Maple's young life has already been filled with far too much uncertainty. Her mom and litter siblings were originally dumped and left living outside before they were rescued and brought in. While the rest of her family found homes, we were heartbroken to learn that Maple had been brought into another shelter as a "stray" just a few weeks ago. Sadly, her adopter had rehomed her, and Maple once again found herself abandoned and displaced.
With two dump situations and multiple transitions in just ten months of life, it's no surprise that the world can feel overwhelming to her sometimes. Even so, Maple continues trying her best every single day.
At just 10 months old, Maple is still trying to figure out this big, overwhelming world around her. Made up of several working breeds, she's incredibly intelligent, full of energy, and constantly searching for direction--but underneath all of that is a young dog who simply wants to feel safe, understood, and loved.
Maple can be timid when faced with new experiences and will need a patient, committed home willing to help her work through her fears at her own pace. When she gets excited, her playful side bursts out in full force. She loves to play, though she doesn't quite understand how big she is yet and can be a little rough with humans while having fun. We're helping her learn better manners and appropriate ways to channel all of her enthusiasm.
Maple will need training, structure, guidance, and someone truly dedicated to helping her grow into the dog she's meant to be. Herding breed experience is highly encouraged, as her nippy tendencies and working-dog instincts could easily turn into unwanted behaviors without proper leadership and consistency.
But Maple is worth the effort. Beneath her uncertainty and busy mind is a dog with endless potential--a loyal companion just waiting for someone to believe in her. She needs a home willing to see past the rough edges, celebrate the small victories, and help her discover that the world doesn't have to be so scary after all.Please apply to adopt at: http://www.pawsgh.org
