Genevieve came into our care after being found wandering with another dog for several weeks before being brought in. Since arriving at the shelter, she has remained very shy and shut down. While she is gentle, the shelter environment is overwhelming for her and makes it difficult for her to show any real progress.
Genevieve’s behavior is rooted in fear and uncertainty. She is cautious of her surroundings and needs time to feel safe before she can begin to open up.
The challenges:
-Very shy and shut down in the shelter environment.
-Fearful of new people, handling, and unfamiliar situations.
-Struggles to cope with the noise, activity, and unpredictability of the shelter.
-Progress is slow and requires patience and consistency.
The good stuff:
-Gentle and non-reactive in her interactions.
-Shows curiosity when given space and time to observe.
-Benefits from calm, quiet handling and positive reinforcement.
-Has the potential to build confidence in a stable, low-stress environment.
-Likely to continue improving once removed from the shelter setting.
Who she needs:
Genevieve needs a quiet, patient home with someone who understands shy, fearful dogs and is willing to move at her pace. A predictable routine and low-stimulation environment will be key to helping her feel safe. With time, consistency, and gentle support, Genevieve has the potential to gain confidence and begin to trust in a home where she can finally relax.
Genevieve came into our care after being found wandering with another dog for several weeks before being brought in. Since arriving at the shelter, she has remained very shy and shut down. While she is gentle, the shelter environment is overwhelming for her and makes it difficult for her to show any real progress.
Genevieve’s behavior is rooted in fear and uncertainty. She is cautious of her surroundings and needs time to feel safe before she can begin to open up.
The challenges:
-Very shy and shut down in the shelter environment.
-Fearful of new people, handling, and unfamiliar situations.
-Struggles to cope with the noise, activity, and unpredictability of the shelter.
-Progress is slow and requires patience and consistency.
The good stuff:
-Gentle and non-reactive in her interactions.
-Shows curiosity when given space and time to observe.
-Benefits from calm, quiet handling and positive reinforcement.
-Has the potential to build confidence in a stable, low-stress environment.
-Likely to continue improving once removed from the shelter setting.
Who she needs:
Genevieve needs a quiet, patient home with someone who understands shy, fearful dogs and is willing to move at her pace. A predictable routine and low-stimulation environment will be key to helping her feel safe. With time, consistency, and gentle support, Genevieve has the potential to gain confidence and begin to trust in a home where she can finally relax.
Adopters must be 21 years of age or older
and present a valid driver's license or picture ID
The adoption fee for our animals varies and is dependent on many factors including age, size, behavior and medical condition.
Setting higher fees for some animals enables us the ability to put funds towards our elderly and "special needs" animals that would otherwise not make it.
Adoption fees include:
Age Appropriate Immunizations
Rabies
Disease Appropriate Testing
Deworming
Internal & External Parasite Prevention
Spay/Neuter
Microchip & Registration
1 Month of Pet Health Insurance.
Adopters must be 21 years of age or older
and present a valid driver's license or picture ID
The adoption fee for our animals varies and is dependent on many factors including age, size, behavior and medical condition.
Setting higher fees for some animals enables us the ability to put funds towards our elderly and "special needs" animals that would otherwise not make it.
Adoption fees include:
Age Appropriate Immunizations
Rabies
Disease Appropriate Testing
Deworming
Internal & External Parasite Prevention
Spay/Neuter
Microchip & Registration
1 Month of Pet Health Insurance.
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For more information, please contact PAWS Humane at (706) 565-0035 ext. 202 or (706) 660-5920 or visit our adoption Center at 4900 Milgen Rd. Columbus, GA 31907. For information about adopting a pet visit our website at www.pawshumane.org
For more information, please contact PAWS Humane at (706) 565-0035 ext. 202 or (706) 660-5920 or visit our adoption Center at 4900 Milgen Rd. Columbus, GA 31907. For information about adopting a pet visit our website at www.pawshumane.org
More about this rescue
PAWS Columbus, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to prevent overpopulation and suffering of companion animals, to teach kindness and responsibility toward them, and to promote the remarkable capacity of pets to enrich human lives through pet-assisted therapy programs. We work in partnership with the City of Columbus to enhance and supplement the services offered by Animal Care and Control, reduce the need for euthanasia of unwanted animals because of severe pet overpopulation and find a loving and compatible forever home for every adoptable animal. PAWS is supported by private contributions from the citizens of our community. We are People Helping Animals, Animals Helping People.
PAWS Columbus, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to prevent overpopulation and suffering of companion animals, to teach kindness and responsibility toward them, and to promote the remarkable capacity of pets to enrich human lives through pet-assisted therapy programs. We work in partnership with the City of Columbus to enhance and supplement the services offered by Animal Care and Control, reduce the need for euthanasia of unwanted animals because of severe pet overpopulation and find a loving and compatible forever home for every adoptable animal. PAWS is supported by private contributions from the citizens of our community. We are People Helping Animals, Animals Helping People.
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