05/01/2025
***AVAILABLE TO NEW AND PREVIOUSLY APPROVED APPLICANTS***
Meet Shy, a lovely 3-year-old Mini-Aussie who is ready to find her forever family. Surrendered in love by her previous family, Shy is a compact, sensitive, sweet little girl weighing approx 30 lbs who needs a patient, breed-savvy home that understands her nervousness and can help her build confidence. Shy is stunningly beautiful, incredibly sweet and affectionate but is also quite nervous in new situations. While it may take some time for her to warm up, she craves attention from her humans once she feels safe. She’s submissive, cautiously optimistic and free of any food or toy aggression. She seeks out her person for comfort, especially in uncertain situations. Due to her nervous nature, Shy is a flight risk, so a securely fenced yard is a must to keep her safe. She's learning to adjust to walks with a harness and leash, but she can be wary at first. Once she gets comfortable, she really enjoys her neighborhood walks and explores with curiosity. Shy needs a calm, experienced home with patience and understanding. A home that provides both mental and physical exercise is essential, as she’s a highly intelligent breed. She would do well with a confident dog who can help her feel more secure, although it may take some time for her to warm up enough to play. Currently, she plays with her foster sister, a puggle mix who was surrendered along with her. They are not bonded, just highly compatible. Shy is scared of kids, and her sensitive nature makes her prefer quiet and calm environments. However, she is okay with cats and is respectful of their space. She will benefit from a household where she can find a safe space to retreat to when feeling overwhelmed. Shy is crate trained and fully housebroken. She lets you know when she needs to go outside and prefers your company while doing her business. She understands basic commands like "sit," "come," and "stay." With time, patience, and consistency, Shy will build her confidence and develop a strong bond with her human(s). Activities that work her body and brain, like training sessions or puzzle toys, will help her feel more confident in her new home. Shy needs a home that can provide a heavy workout for both her mind and body at least once per day. If there’s no other dog for her to play with, she needs a home where her human is home more often than not. Having an active routine with her human will be essential to keeping her happy and balanced. Shy is a loving, sweet dog who needs a patient and experienced family to help her overcome her fears. She’s looking for a home where she can build trust with her humans and feel safe enough to come out of her shell. An active family with experience handling a sensitive dog, or an owner who is willing to put in the time and effort to build her confidence, will be the perfect fit for Shy.
If you're ready to give Shy the time, space, and love she needs to thrive, she’ll reward you with endless loyalty and affection. Approved Applicants please reach out to our Adoption Coordinator directly, new Applicants please submit an online adoption application via gmpr.org/adoptionapp.html to learn more, her adoption fee is $425.