💜 Adopt Dutchess – Loyal, Playful, and Learning to Trust 💜
Meet Dutchess, a beautiful, bashful sweetheart who’s equal parts puppy-playful and snuggle-curious. She’s still learning the ropes of being a family dog—but she’s showing so much promise. Dutchess is crate-trained, walks well on a leash, and gets along with other dogs and cats in her foster home.
She does have some food guarding tendencies specifically when she’s in her crate, so we feed her separately to help her feel safe and secure. She’s currently working on this with consistency and patience—and she’s already making great progress.
Dutchess is discovering that humans can be kind and loving, and while she starts off shy, she’s opening up more every day. She loves to play and is very much still a puppy at heart! She just needs a home that will keep helping her grow, set boundaries with love, and let her blossom at her own pace.
If you're looking for a diamond in the rough who's already starting to shine—Dutchess is your girl. 💎
💜 Adopt Dutchess – Loyal, Playful, and Learning to Trust 💜
Meet Dutchess, a beautiful, bashful sweetheart who’s equal parts puppy-playful and snuggle-curious. She’s still learning the ropes of being a family dog—but she’s showing so much promise. Dutchess is crate-trained, walks well on a leash, and gets along with other dogs and cats in her foster home.
She does have some food guarding tendencies specifically when she’s in her crate, so we feed her separately to help her feel safe and secure. She’s currently working on this with consistency and patience—and she’s already making great progress.
Dutchess is discovering that humans can be kind and loving, and while she starts off shy, she’s opening up more every day. She loves to play and is very much still a puppy at heart! She just needs a home that will keep helping her grow, set boundaries with love, and let her blossom at her own pace.
If you're looking for a diamond in the rough who's already starting to shine—Dutchess is your girl. 💎
Interested in adopting a dog from Second Start Rescue? Find out more about our adoption process and link to our adoption application go to: https://www.secondstartrescue.org/adopt. Once your application has been approved, you can schedule a meet and greet with the foster.
Interested in adopting a dog from Second Start Rescue? Find out more about our adoption process and link to our adoption application go to: https://www.secondstartrescue.org/adopt. Once your application has been approved, you can schedule a meet and greet with the foster.
More about this rescue
Since 2017, our dedicated team of volunteers has rescued thousands of dogs, focusing on giving second chances to the injured, abandoned, and overlooked. Building on years of experience under a different organization, Second Start Rescue is a new start that strengthens our commitment to saving lives and expanding our impact.
Second Start Rescue was co-founded by Jennifer Aufdenberg and a team of animal advocates and supporters who share a passion for animal welfare. As a co-founder of Shenandoah Shepherd Rescue (SSR), Jennifer and a dedicated group of individuals helped rescue over 3,500 dogs, primarily shepherds, from high-kill shelters and difficult circumstances. This work in SSR laid the foundation for a community of supporters and volunteers dedicated to giving dogs a second chance at life.
Our mission centers on rescuing and rehabilitating dogs from the Rio Grande Valley (RGV) of Texas, an area with one of the highest rates of animal abandonment in the country. While shepherds are our primary focus, we extend our care to any dog in critical need, prioritizing those who face the greatest challenges.
With Second Start Rescue, we’re doubling down on our efforts to address the root causes of animal homelessness. Our goals include implementing spay and neuter programs, offering community outreach and education, and providing compassionate care to every animal we rescue. Together, we aim to create lasting change for dogs, their communities, and the people who love them.
Since 2017, our dedicated team of volunteers has rescued thousands of dogs, focusing on giving second chances to the injured, abandoned, and overlooked. Building on years of experience under a different organization, Second Start Rescue is a new start that strengthens our commitment to saving lives and expanding our impact.
Second Start Rescue was co-founded by Jennifer Aufdenberg and a team of animal advocates and supporters who share a passion for animal welfare. As a co-founder of Shenandoah Shepherd Rescue (SSR), Jennifer and a dedicated group of individuals helped rescue over 3,500 dogs, primarily shepherds, from high-kill shelters and difficult circumstances. This work in SSR laid the foundation for a community of supporters and volunteers dedicated to giving dogs a second chance at life.
Our mission centers on rescuing and rehabilitating dogs from the Rio Grande Valley (RGV) of Texas, an area with one of the highest rates of animal abandonment in the country. While shepherds are our primary focus, we extend our care to any dog in critical need, prioritizing those who face the greatest challenges.
With Second Start Rescue, we’re doubling down on our efforts to address the root causes of animal homelessness. Our goals include implementing spay and neuter programs, offering community outreach and education, and providing compassionate care to every animal we rescue. Together, we aim to create lasting change for dogs, their communities, and the people who love them.
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