Poppy

Meet Poppy

Poppy's journey started far from Ohio-she came to Canine Collective all the way from the Bahamas, where dogs like her are known as "Potcakes," a resilient and intelligent island mixed breed. She even arrived with a handwritten note from a child asking that she be taken care of because she's a "good girl."

Poppy is about 18 months old and weighs 43 lbs-a great medium size with a sleek coat and expressive eyes. She keeps her crate clean and walks nicely on leash, and she absolutely loves a good chew like a rawhide.

Now for the most important part-who Poppy really is right now.

Poppy is not the kind of dog who will greet new people with tail wags and kisses. In the kennel environment, she is cautious and unsure, and she has only formed trust with a small circle of familiar people. She needs time-sometimes a good amount of it-to feel safe and comfortable.

Because of this, Poppy will need: An adult-only home (no young children);To be the only pet in the home; An adopter who understands shy or under-socialized dogs and is willing to go slow

The right person for Poppy is someone patient and experienced who doesn't expect instant connection-but instead is willing to earn it. The reward? Once she trusts you, you'll have a deeply loyal companion who bonds closely with her person.

Poppy may not be for everyone-but for the right home, she has the potential to be something really special.

If you think you could be that person, apply at www.caninecollective.org