Dogs for Adoption in Salisbury, MD: 9 Dogs Looking for a Home

He knows basic cues like sit and down and will benefit from continuing to build his skills with his new family. Like many enthusiastic Frenchies, he can get excited and pull on leash, so a little continued training and consistency will go a long way.
A NOTE ABOUT OTHER DOGS
While Oliver has spent time peacefully around other dogs, he has also had unpredictable fights with dogs within the home. For this reason, we feel he will be happiest and safest as the only dog in his adoptive home. This allows his family to enjoy all the love and personality he has to offer without the stress of potential conflict with another dog.
Oliver also appreciates having his own space when enjoying bones and other special treats.
Oliver is looking for a family to love, adventures to share, and a couch to call his own. He has so much affection to give and would love nothing more than to be someone’s very special boy. If you’re looking for a fun, loving companion with a big personality, Oliver might just steal your heart!

I didn’t want to explore. I didn’t want to interact with the world around me. I just wanted to feel safe. And even though I was scared and hurting, there was something my foster family noticed right away: I was always incredibly sweet and friendly. I never stopped wanting kindness. I never stopped wanting affection. I just needed time to feel safe enough to accept it. So they gave me time. They let me decompress. They gave me a quiet, predictable routine and allowed me to move at my own pace. They didn’t force me to be brave before I was ready. Instead, they showed me over and over again that I was safe. And slowly, I started to come around. At first, my progress was measured in tiny steps. I became more comfortable in my surroundings. I started venturing out of my safe space. Then I began exploring more of the house. And eventually, I discovered the backyard. Now I RUN around the yard, explore, and actually enjoy myself! I’ve also discovered toys, and I really enjoy collecting them. Plus, I am fully house trained. Even when I’m scared, I don’t have accidents. But one of my biggest breakthroughs has been discovering how much I love affection. These days, I want to be petted whenever I get the chance. I’ll come looking for attention and enjoy being close to my people. After everything I’ve been through, I think I’ve finally figured out something pretty important: I just want to be loved. I’m also an amazing watchdog. I’m naturally alert and observant, and I take my job of keeping an eye on my home very seriously. If something catches my attention, I’ll make sure you know about it! I’m currently fostered with children and small dogs, and I do well with them. Once I know someone and feel comfortable, I can be a very sweet, happy companion. Meeting new people and new dogs is scary for me. I need to figure out that I’m still safe. I’m not the dog who is going to walk up to every stranger or new dog and immediately want to play. It just means I need you to give me the chance. Every day, I come a little farther out of my shell. Every day, I show a little more of my personality. And every day, I’m learning that the world doesn’t have to be such a scary place. My future adopter will need to understand that I’m going to need time to adjust in a new home, just like I did when I first came into rescue. I’ll need patience, consistency, structure, and someone who will allow me to build trust at my own pace. When I learn to trust you, it will mean something. Because you’ll know that I chose you. You’ll get to experience the first time I come to you for affection. The first time I bring you a toy. The first time I run around your backyard without a care in the world. The first time I look at you and realize that you’re my safe person. And eventually, the day I finally know that I’m home. My rescue friends believe that earning my complete trust will be one of the greatest rewards my adopter could ever experience. I think they’re right. I’m not looking for someone to fix me. I’m looking for someone who will understand me, be patient with me, and give me the time I need to become the dog I know I can be. I’ve already come so far. There’s still so much more of me waiting to come out. And if you’re willing to be patient and take that journey with me, I promise it will be worth it. Because underneath the fear is a sweet, affectionate, playful bo

She enjoys carrying them around and using them as comfort items when she’s feeling a little anxious.
Fendi forms deep bonds with her people and is incredibly loyal. Because of that, she can be protective of the people she loves and some of her favorite belongings, including toys, blankets, and pillows. She will thrive with an experienced owner who understands and respects canine body language and is committed to continuing her success.
For Fendi’s happiness and everyone’s safety, she is looking for a home where she can be the only pet and without young children. In the right home, she is an affectionate, devoted companion who will reward her family with endless cuddles, loyalty, and love.
If you’re looking for a loyal best friend who will happily join you on adventures and then curl up beside you at the end of the day, Fendi may be the perfect match!