Carmel is a very sweet & loving mix, about 4 years old who was originally rescued from a shelter in a rural area.  She had been turned over to the shelter by her family, who said they were moving and could not take her with them. We rescued her over a year ago, and she was so timid and scared of everything that we brought her into our home to see if that would help her.  We don't know her background, but she is very fearful of many things.....loud noises, thunder/lightening, cars, terrified of fireworks.  We don't know if because she came from a very rural area, that perhaps it was quiet and she just is not used to the "city noises" , but this girl needs a home where she can be inside as much as she wants.....inside is her safe place.  She needs someone who will continue to help build her confidence. She has come so far since she has been with us. She used to hide if someone came to visit--now she wants to go greet and see what is going on.  Carmel is such a loving dog....she is a great snuggle-bug and she will get as close to you as she can, and settle in. She is a quiet girl, who loves kids. There must have been kids in her past, because she is drawn to them.  She is good with most dogs, however, she does not like to be jumped on, or feel "crowded."   Carmel is a dog that does not care about going to a dog park, and she can never be off-leash.  She is too scared by different noises and she would bolt. She just wants to be with her people and have someone love her for who she is. As our house is quite busy with people and dogs coming and going, she would sometimes get anxious and if there was as scuffle with a couple of dogs, Carmel will join in.  Not sure what that is about--but we feel she would do better in a fairly quiet home. She also needs a home with at least a 6 foot vinyl or wood fence. She loves any squeaky toy, or the soft woobies. She will prance around and throw them in the air!  She also enjoys the snow, and had a great time this past winter. This sweet girl has lots of love & kisses to give to the person(s) who provide her with a safe and loving home.

Contact Steve and Debbie Belcher
Email: utgoldentails@cs.com

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