🌟 Meet Valentine! This precious 5-7 year old Shetland Sheepdog is a testament to resilience and love. Rescued from a puppy mill alongside over 420 other dogs, Valentine has faced a life that most of us cannot even imagine. Picture a tiny girl at just 23 lbs, living in a concrete box, yet somehow retaining her sweet spirit. For the first time in her life, she is learning what it truly means to be a dog! 🐶✨ When she first arrived, Valentine was a whirlwind of confusion, pacing in circles like a wild creature lost in a dream. Imagine the heartbreak of seeing such a bright mind trapped within fear—she would freeze up at the slightest movement, the picture of timidness. But oh, the magic of foster care! ✨ With the loving support of friendly canine companions, she has started to blossom. Can you believe she is now doing zoomies and play bows? What a transformation! 🎉 Crate trained and housebroken, Valentine is easy to handle when it comes to baths, brushing, and vet visits. She's good with both male and female dogs and completely ignores cats like they're little ghosts. 👻 But remember, this little lady is timid and submissive. She’s a work in progress and needs someone who can shower her with the time and patience she fully deserves. Someone who is regularly home and can create a serene sanctuary for her to thrive in. 🏡❤️ Valentine is simply adorable when it comes to mealtime—she’ll dance like a happy little ballerina for her food! But fair warning: when taking treats, she just might try to take your whole finger along with it! 😂 Gentle but a bit clumsy, she doesn’t yet understand how to take treats softly. She would be happiest in a quiet, mature home without young children, as their energy might just send her into a tailspin of overwhelm. While she may be small and have a flashy, beautiful appearance, potential adopters must understand that this delicate soul needs abundant love, patience, and training to shine brightly. After enduring life in the harsh confines of a puppy mill, Valentine is in need of some extra TLC. With rotted teeth that needed some pulling and a matted, urine-stained coat, we’ve done our part to help her feel fabulous, but her coat will require ongoing maintenance. 💇‍♀️ Valentine is currently located in Austin, TX, but we do accept applications from all over the US and Canada—just remember, transportation expenses are the responsibility of the adopter. If you’re serious about providing a loving forever home for Valentine and are ready to commit to her journey, then don’t wait! Apply to adopt Valentine through the Buddy App, and watch the magic unfold in your life! 🥰