Rowan

My story

Hi, my name’s Rowan!I’m a handsome boy who gets startled easily, maybe because my past wasn`t the kindest. I`m slowly learning to trust again, though, and I’ve made a lot of great progress since coming to GHS: even when scared, I’ll still cautiously approach and nudge for gentle pets. After I arrived here, it took weeks before I was comfortable going for walks! I’ve come a long way. I’m more nervous around men but will even warm up pretty quickly if they sit calmly and ignore me. With someone patient who understands that positivity and gentle socialization can help heal old wounds, I will blossom into your new best friend.MY IDEAL HOME INVOLVES…CHILDREN: Teenagers may be ok if the home is generally on the calmer side.OTHER DOGS: Yes! I would appreciate a dog friend to play and hang out with.CATS: Yes, with a cat confident around big dogs.FIRST-TIME DOG OWNERS: No, I would do best in a home that has experience with large and timid dogs.FENCED-IN YARD: Required, given I can get quite nervous on leash walks.HOUSING ENVIRONMENT: Any with a fenced yard.SOMEONE HOME MOST OF THE DAY: Not necessarily.SOME OTHER THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT ME…ACTIVITY LEVEL: Medium.HOUSE-TRAINED: Yes.MEDICATIONS: Yes, I take daily medication orally to help with my stress.If you think I would make a good match for your home, please click the `Adopt Me` button to apply!

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