Ma-eum spent his early years tied outside on a farm, living in fear.
He was abused by a male owner and frightened by children who threw balls at him.
Because of that, he is still afraid of men, loud playground sounds, and the sight of bouncing toys.
But despite all this, Ma-eum has the gentlest heart.
For the past two years, he has been living in a patient and loving foster home.
He has made slow, steady progress — on his terms — and is now ready for the next chapter of his life.
🧬 Personality
Ma-eum is a quiet, thoughtful boy with a soft energy.
He feels safest around gentle women with warm voices, and he truly thrives in calm, peaceful homes.
He may keep his distance from men indoors, but sometimes shows more courage when outdoors.
He isn’t the kind of dog who will run into your arms — but with time and patience, he’ll follow you anywhere.
He enjoys peaceful walks, nosework games, gentle pets, and long naps by your side.
He doesn't bark much, and he waits quietly when left alone after a short adjustment.
🏡 At Home
✅ House-trained (prefers peeing on vertical surfaces — his foster can provide wall-to-floor pads)
✅ Good with calm dogs (interested and social but may growl at overly excited dogs)
✅ Neutral to cats (no strong prey drive)
✅ Tolerates children (nervous around fast movements but never aggressive)
✅ Excellent in the car
✅ Loves brushing and gentle touch
🚫 Afraid of balls and squeaky toys — he prefers games with treats instead
💛 Ma-eum is looking for…
A family who will let him set the pace.
Someone who doesn’t expect instant cuddles but understands how meaningful it is when a shy dog chooses to stay close.
Ideally, a female adopter or a quiet household with gentle energy.
📦 Foster home can provide pee pad setup
📍 Adoption includes interview & home check
📩 If Ma-eum’s story touched your heart, we’d love to tell you more.
He’s been waiting a long time for someone who sees past the fear — and into his true, beautiful heart
Current Location: Korea 🇰🇷 ♡
🧡 Meet Ma-eum
A gentle soul learning to love again
Ma-eum spent his early years tied outside on a farm, living in fear.
He was abused by a male owner and frightened by children who threw balls at him.
Because of that, he is still afraid of men, loud playground sounds, and the sight of bouncing toys.
But despite all this, Ma-eum has the gentlest heart.
For the past two years, he has been living in a patient and loving foster home.
He has made slow, steady progress — on his terms — and is now ready for the next chapter of his life.
🧬 Personality
Ma-eum is a quiet, thoughtful boy with a soft energy.
He feels safest around gentle women with warm voices, and he truly thrives in calm, peaceful homes.
He may keep his distance from men indoors, but sometimes shows more courage when outdoors.
He isn’t the kind of dog who will run into your arms — but with time and patience, he’ll follow you anywhere.
He enjoys peaceful walks, nosework games, gentle pets, and long naps by your side.
He doesn't bark much, and he waits quietly when left alone after a short adjustment.
🏡 At Home
✅ House-trained (prefers peeing on vertical surfaces — his foster can provide wall-to-floor pads)
✅ Good with calm dogs (interested and social but may growl at overly excited dogs)
✅ Neutral to cats (no strong prey drive)
✅ Tolerates children (nervous around fast movements but never aggressive)
✅ Excellent in the car
✅ Loves brushing and gentle touch
🚫 Afraid of balls and squeaky toys — he prefers games with treats instead
💛 Ma-eum is looking for…
A family who will let him set the pace.
Someone who doesn’t expect instant cuddles but understands how meaningful it is when a shy dog chooses to stay close.
Ideally, a female adopter or a quiet household with gentle energy.
📦 Foster home can provide pee pad setup
📍 Adoption includes interview & home check
📩 If Ma-eum’s story touched your heart, we’d love to tell you more.
He’s been waiting a long time for someone who sees past the fear — and into his true, beautiful heart
At Welcome Paws Rescue, our adoption process is designed to ensure the best possible match between our dogs and their future families. After submitting the application form on our website, our team will review your information to determine if your home and lifestyle align with the needs of the dog you're interested in. If your application is a good fit, we will contact you to schedule a phone or video interview. This is followed by a reference check and, in many cases, a virtual or in-person home visit. Once approved, we’ll work with you to finalize the adoption and arrange transportation or pick-up. Our goal is to support both our dogs and adopters throughout the entire process to ensure a smooth and successful transition.
At Welcome Paws Rescue, our adoption process is designed to ensure the best possible match between our dogs and their future families. After submitting the application form on our website, our team will review your information to determine if your home and lifestyle align with the needs of the dog you're interested in. If your application is a good fit, we will contact you to schedule a phone or video interview. This is followed by a reference check and, in many cases, a virtual or in-person home visit. Once approved, we’ll work with you to finalize the adoption and arrange transportation or pick-up. Our goal is to support both our dogs and adopters throughout the entire process to ensure a smooth and successful transition.
Welcome Paws Rescue is a registered nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization, run entirely by a passionate team of volunteers who are deeply committed to the welfare and well-being of animals. Our mission is to rescue dogs in need and give them a second chance at life.
We believe every animal—regardless of age, size, or breed—deserves to experience love, safety, and the comfort of a forever home. Through our rescue efforts, we work to create brighter futures for these deserving animals, ensuring they have the opportunity to live happy, healthy lives.
Our dedication goes beyond rescue. We work tirelessly to save stray, neglected, abused, and at-risk shelter animals. Each dog in our care lives in a loving foster home and receives full medical attention before being matched with a permanent family.
We also strive to raise awareness about the importance of compassion and responsible pet ownership. By providing adopters with quality education and support, we ensure each adoption is successful and lasting. We don’t measure success in numbers—but in the positive, life-changing impact we make for both animals and the families who welcome them home.
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Welcome Paws Rescue is a registered nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization, run entirely by a passionate team of volunteers who are deeply committed to the welfare and well-being of animals. Our mission is to rescue dogs in need and give them a second chance at life.
We believe every animal—regardless of age, size, or breed—deserves to experience love, safety, and the comfort of a forever home. Through our rescue efforts, we work to create brighter futures for these deserving animals, ensuring they have the opportunity to live happy, healthy lives.
Our dedication goes beyond rescue. We work tirelessly to save stray, neglected, abused, and at-risk shelter animals. Each dog in our care lives in a loving foster home and receives full medical attention before being matched with a permanent family.
We also strive to raise awareness about the importance of compassion and responsible pet ownership. By providing adopters with quality education and support, we ensure each adoption is successful and lasting. We don’t measure success in numbers—but in the positive, life-changing impact we make for both animals and the families who welcome them home.
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