Rescue puppy cowers in fear when someone touches it
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When vulnerable animals arrive at a shelter, they can be overwhelming and fearful. Even though they are now safe, the noises and unfamiliar sights and sounds can be very frightening. One puppy, Ellie, came to the shelter after a difficult start. She spent her first days as a stray, struggling to find food and a safe place to sleep. But Ellie’s circumstances changed for the better when she was rescued and brought to the shelter. At first, she was unsure and shy. When brought into the playroom, she would cower in the corner and not want anyone to touch her. But the staff knew that with time and love, she would change.
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Ellie had never experienced the comfort of a warm bed or toys to play with. She had never known what it was like to be loved by a family. Luckily, her entire life changed, and it all started when a couple named Suzanne Perez and Dillion James visited the shelter. They were hoping to find a dog to add to their family. When they met Ellie, they knew she was the one.
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They decided to adopt the little girl and quickly brought her home. During the car ride, Ellie was unsure of what was going on, so she remained cautious. Although it took her a while to feel comfortable with her new family, she gradually felt safe. She began to realize that these people were good people!
As Ellie settled in, she began to understand what love and care were like, and her true personality emerged. No longer the shy dog she once was, Ellie transformed into a happy and playful dog. Her before and after photos are amazing!
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The puppy that once cowered in the corner was now the life of the party. It was always smiling and wagging its tail, and its former life was so far away that it seemed as if it had never happened.
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Let Ellie’s story remind you of the importance of adopting and never shopping. There are many animals in shelters waiting for homes and good people like you! Click the video below to see Ellie with her new family. Her smile says it all!