Shania is a homeless dog who is extremely scared when interacting with humans, often observing carefully before running away. If anyone tried to catch her, she would run away as if they were going to hurt her. Her past is clearly full of trauma. Her situation becomes urgent as she is heavily pregnant and a record blizzard is approaching. It was in this precarious situation that the call came to the rescuers: Shania gave birth and stood still for a moment, giving volunteers the opportunity to save her and her newborn puppies safely. safe.
After being safely rescued, Shania proved to be an exemplary mother, diligently taking care of her tiny puppies, all of whom are healthy despite their small size. Initially, because of her wild nature, Shania avoided all contact with people. The team at the rescue center patiently worked with her, starting with hand feeding to build trust. “You’re doing great, Shania,” they gently encouraged her.
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Despite her sweet and patient temperament, Shania struggled with being on a leash, exhibiting a fight-or-flight response. However, she quickly adapted to the feeling of being restrained by the leash. “Good girl, that’s it,” her caregivers praised as she learned to walk without pulling, eventually confidently hopping along beside them, never straining under the leash.
Over time, all of Shania’s puppies grew up healthy and were adopted into loving homes. As Shania settled into life at the rescue center, her transformation continued. She is introduced to the yard and house, where her attitude gradually turns happy, especially when she meets Otis, another rescue dog. The interaction caused a noticeable change in Shania, her tail began to wag more often.
Following the lead of Otis and other rescue dogs, Shania became more and more comfortable with human presence. Just days before moving into her forever home, she began actively seeking affection, joining her rescuers on the couch to cuddle and exchange kisses.
The most profound testament to Shania’s change was witnessed at her adopted home. There, she appeared most confident, caressed the children and was loved by everyone. Her rescuers, who visit her every few weeks, are delighted with her progress. “She did a great job there,” they note in the video below. They were filled with joy to see her thrive in a loving environment that was a stark contrast to the fearful, elusive creature she once was.
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