Mona is a pit bull mix with a story that sticks with you. She was abandoned, pregnant and scared, in a backyard after her owners moved out. Mona delivered her puppies alone before being rescued, and for a while, she barely trusted anyone. At her foster home, Mona gradually thawed; she latched on to her foster mom and turned into a silly, affectionate, loyal sidekick, never wanting to be apart. Back at the shelter, fear took over again and it took real patience for her to trust people a second time. Once Mona connects with someone, she is all in—devoted, goofy, and eager to be close. She bonds powerfully and gives you her whole heart. Mona needs a calm, lower-energy home and a person who can move slow and let her settle on her timeline. She loves to play with other dogs and gets the happiest zoomies, but she is a bit bossy and would appreciate someone experienced with pit bulls. For Mona, the adoption process will begin as a foster arrangement while she settles in, and a trainer will help with the transition. If you’re patient, kind, and looking for a dog whose loyalty runs deep, Mona deserves a second chance. Ready to meet your new best friend? Apply now!