ZARA

My story

Meet Zara – A Gentle Soul Looking for a Fresh Start Age: 2 years Breed: German Shepherd MixZara is a soft-hearted 2-year-old German Shepherd mix who found herself at the shelter due to housing restrictions—through no fault of her own. Now she’s patiently waiting for a second chance at life in a home that’s calm, understanding, and willing to help her truly shine.Though the shelter environment is overwhelming for her, Zara’s true nature shows through in quiet moments. She’s incredibly sensitive, intelligent, and eager to trust. With people, she’s sweet and affectionate—leaning in for pets, staying close for comfort, and showing genuine connection when given a little space and reassurance.She’s still learning how to navigate the world of other dogs. Zara tends to avoid excitable or reactive pups but has shown polite curiosity with calm, respectful ones. Her behavior suggests she wasn’t exposed to many dogs before, so slow introductions and positive experiences will help her build confidence. Assessment Highlights:?? Shows loose, wiggly body language and soft tail wags when engaging?? Jumps up gently for attention, not in a frantic or forceful way?? Shows no signs of food guarding or stress during handling?? Ignored toys—she prefers human interaction?? Bonds quickly with patient, calm peopleZara is currently struggling in her kennel, where she bounces off the door in frustration and stress. But outside that space, she transforms into a loving, gentle girl who simply needs a calm, dog-savvy home to help her feel safe again. If you`re ready to give a kind-hearted shepherd a place to heal and grow, come meet Zara. Her loyalty and love are just waiting to bloom. St. Charles County Humane Services | #AdoptZara#GermanShepherdMix #RescueDogReady #GentleSoul #SecondChances

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