Mazie

My story

COURTESY POST PLEASE CONTACT BARBARA at 910-538-7474 Meet Mazie — A Gentle Soul 🐾💛 Mazie’s story began with survival. Nearly four years ago, she was found wandering — thin, tired, and heartworm positive. No one knows how long she had been on her own, but what we do know is that despite everything she had been through, her spirit remained soft. With love, patience, and treatment, Mazie healed. She gained weight. She gained strength. And slowly, she learned to trust. Today, Mazie is about 6 years old, fully healthy, spayed, microchipped, and up to date on all vaccinations, including rabies, heartworm prevention, and flea & tick prevention. Her body has recovered beautifully. Now she just needs the right place for her heart to land. A Quiet, Tender Personality When Mazie first came into a home environment, she was very shy. For months, when visitors came over, she would quietly slip away and hide. She wasn’t fearful in an aggressive way — just unsure. Unsure of people. Unsure of her place. But with time — and without being pushed — she blossomed. Once she feels safe, Mazie is incredibly sweet and gentle. She has never shown aggression. If corrected, she stops immediately and moves on without holding onto it. There is something deeply soft about her — a quiet goodness that shines through. She bonds closely to her people. She doesn’t demand constant attention; she simply wants to belong. With Other Animals & Children Mazie gets along well with other dogs. She may not jump straight into play, but once bonded, she will happily interact and play with canine companions she knows and trusts. She is neutral around cats and small children — calm, observant, and not reactive. What Mazie Truly Needs Mazie is a Treeing Walker Hound — a breed built to move, track, and explore. Her instincts are strong, and her need for space is real. She thrives when she has room to roam safely and securely. She would do best in a home with a secure yard where she can stretch her legs and follow her nose without putting herself at risk. A family familiar with hounds — or one willing to understand her breed’s natural drive — would be ideal. Mazie doesn’t need perfection. She needs space. She needs patience. She needs someone who sees the beauty in a gentle, steady companion. She survived being alone once. Now she deserves stability, safety, and a place where she can finally exhale. If you have room in your home — and in your heart — for a sweet hound who will offer quiet loyalty and unconditional love, Mazie is waiting.

If you have any questions or would like to adopt Mazie, please reach out to the adoption group directly. PetSmart Charities does not facilitate the adoption process. Thank you.