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I had just left the theater and was driving home when I spotted two little ears sticking out of a clump of grass in a nearby field. I stopped the car. Beneath the ears were two wide frightened little eyes. When I got out of the car, 4 little feet went into action and the eyes and ears disappeared into a woodsy area. I came back and set a humane trap. The next morning a frightened little puppy looked up at me with those two little eyes, wider than ever, within the confines of the trap, shivering like a leaf. Men living in a nearby house informed me that this poor little pup had been living in the field off the scraps they'd fed her for a month. As young and tiny as she was back then, I considered it a miracle that she survived that long in the cold late winter weather.
Once she was with me, her rehab into the world of humans had begun. For days she'd shake in fear anytime anyone came near, so I took things slowly. Within a couple of week the little orphan's fear was beginning to melt away as she slowly began to trust a human, perhaps for the first time ever.
That was several years ago and Annie is not a puppy anymore and because of the trauma she suffered in her early life I had planned to keep her as mine. But now I, the rescuer, am losing my home and sanctuary due to unforeseen circumstances, and Annie's life once again hangs in the balance as she faces an uncertain future. If she is to have a future, she needs a home. A home someone who has patience, as I had, to transition a dog that no doubt, will be shy at first until shyness gives way to trust.
Despite being initially shy, Annie is not a biter. A quiet home, a patient person and a loving heart will break through that shyness to expose the Annie who comically bounces across the room on her "bouncing bunny", or like the Annie who twirls in circles when happy and excited. Once Annie's trust is earned she is happy to ride in your arms and sit in your lap. For me, earning the trust of a frightened animal has always been more satisfying than the instant gratification of an animal who loves everybody instantly, But then I always enjoy a challenge.
Because of Annie's background a home without children would be best, as well as a home with a securely fenced in yard. I know that I'm asking a lot but I'm hoping for a miracle if Annie is to live her life into her senior years.
If interested in Annie, the adoption procedure begins with an adoption application, available by request. For added convenience will arrange for a no obligation meet&greet in your home within most areas of the 916 and 530 area codes. The clock is ticking for Annie. If you are interested please act soon. Annie is waiting.
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