My name is Tilly [Reduced]!

I am and I am NOT surprised all at the same time that Tilly (originally Tempest) is still with us. She has been with us since June, making her the official longest resident. We'll start off the the "bad" before we get to the "good" because Tilly is SUPER rewarding.

Tilly is a great dog who is bright and very loving. Unfortunately, her past has set her up for a difficult future around strangers and learning how to trust or know what is safe. This poor girl was shoved in a crate half her size and tossed to the side of the road. When animal control found her, she was (rightfully) fearful and had a difficult time coming around meaning they were going to euthanize her for high FAS. (Fear, Anxiety, Stress) We agreed to take her in and we don't regret a thing.

She has a huge sense of "Stranger Danger" meaning she can appear a little spooky for the season towards strangers by barking and acting tough. However, that's not her at all once you get past it. We have been working hard with her and she'll now "huff" at people in the distance. She's been going to an Elementary School and doesn't give anyone a hard time in the car due to a postive association. "Huffing" is a dogs' way of saying; "I'm not sure about this object." Potential Adopters can typically get past her walls in an extended meet or a second meet. However, many have flaked on her or gave her false hope. One woman adopted her originally and did really well especially with the grandkids. Unfortunately, that woman was diagnosed with something very difficult and had to give Tilly back. Tilly also has attracted a few questionable adopters so we have been keeping a close eye on her. Another downside for her is that she (use) to submissive urinate. While she no longer does it for our family, she may restart in a new home. So, she'll need some patience.

But this girl is SO rewarding despite her face always looking sad.

Tilly is the most affectionate and caring dog we have. If you're coughing your lungs out or feeling sick, she boops your cheek and/or checks in with you. She loves booping before giving kisses. Tilly loves rubbing herself on you and giving you the best of love with her soft fur and wet kisses. Goofy, affectionate and caring for those she trusts. All those concerns from before just wash away.

Being a Hound Mix, she does have some energy and not a complete potato. However, the big scary world can be much some days so adopters would need to find less populated areas to walk and have a fenced in yard. Tilly does great in cars to travel to those areas. She even handles well on the leash.

Can be stubborn about going in her crate, but quiet. Housebroken**, and non-destructive. Loves doggy friends as long as they don't bully her and absolutely LOVES kids. Can cat test upon request though don't suspect it would be an issue. This girl just needs someone understanding who doesn't have new/random people coming over all the time. Limited people are fine, like grandkids coming over.

"TILLY"
1 Year
Spayed Female
Hound Mix (Unknown)

Adoption: $150
Located in Willoughby, OH
Available for Out-of-State Adoption within 2 hours
**Due to behavior, we want to be able to reach her quickly should anything ever happen**

Loves to play fetch, tug and jump for toys. Submissive but will stand up for herself.
No separation anxiety presented.
Needs a low-key human who doesn't really want to meet strangers either.

VERY important to give slow introductions to other humans and NOT let them put their hands in her face the first moment they meet her. Keep it on her terms.

Because she can't go to adoption events or huge public places. Her chances of getting adopted are much lower than others. Please share her post and help her out.