7/29/25:  Things have really started looking up for me lately, and I’ve had a lot of new experiences! I went to the groomer and came out looking like a brand-new dog. Then it was off to the vet for vaccinations and to be neutered. I’m getting the hang of leash walking and have mastered crate training.  I’ve also learned how nice it is to be petted and if you sit down, I’ll come over and ask for some attention. I’m doing much better about coming inside when called, especially now that the weather is so hot. I’m a smart guy and figured out the dog door within my first week here.  I’d love to have another dog in my new home, one to play with and help boost my confidence. I get along great with both males and females. As for cats, I’m a little scared of them, so I leave them alone.  I’ll need someone patient who will give me the time I need to settle in and adjust to a normal, loving life.

6/5/25:  Hello friends, I’m a one-year-old collie boy weighing about 65 pounds. Life hasn’t been very kind to me so far.  I spent my early days in a fenced area with several other dogs and hardly any human interaction. Because of that, I’m still a little shy around people, but I’m starting to learn what it feels like to be safe, cared for, and loved.  My coat is pretty matted right now, but I have a grooming appointment scheduled for next week. It will feel so good to get those mats out and let my skin breathe again. After that, I’ll be heading to the vet for my vaccinations and neuter.  I’m a work in progress and beginning a brand-new chapter. Please check back for updates as I continue to grow and heal.