Caitlin is a sweet girl who has stolen the hearts of many at Thrive. We think that she had a hard time before coming to us, as she will flinch when someone goes to touch her and needs slow introductions. She will cower away if you approach her with your hand held high but will come curiously sniff your hand if it's placed in a low and welcoming manner. She does not like sudden movements or loud noises.
Personality: She is a low energy dog and is happy to go on short walks 2x/day followed by napping for the remainder of the day. She forms a very deep bond with someone once she recognizes them to be a safe person, and will allow you to pet her super soft ears while she lays her head on your lap. While she tolerates other dogs and can be in close proximity to them, she doesn't enjoy playing and instead just wants to sit on the sidelines to watch. She has this cute little pep in her step on walks and has a freckled tongue that she loves giving kisses with.
Training: Confidence is the number one thing that Caitlin needs, and has been working hard on this with the help of our trainers. Spending time sitting down next to her and allowing her to come over to you, bringing her on walks in shopping centers, allowing staff to brush her and leash her up, etc are all things that she would need continued help with as she transitions to a forever home. She does well in car rides, walks great on a leash, and is house broken/potty trained.
The perfect forever family: Caitlin needs an adopter who will be patient with her - there is an incredibly loving girl underneath once you're able to gain her trust and show her that you're a safe person. She would do best in a home with two adults so that she has a companion at most times, and enjoys being around another dog who can help her break out of her shell. Her best friend at Thrive is Kane, a pitbull mix, and lives with a large Shepherd mix in her foster home. She has not been around children so we're not sure how she would do with them, but is good with cats.
Caitlin has been with us waiting for her forever home since April 2024. She is available for adoption to a family who is local to the San Diego area and is available and committed to come to Thrive for multiple meet and greets, as she will need time to warm up and adjust to new people and a new environment.
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