🐾 Meet Jinx (≈7 months old) Jinx came to Meraki as a tiny pup barely hanging on. At just a few months old, she spent a full week hospitalized after arriving in terrible condition, her small body overwhelmed by worms and neglect. She fought hard — and she won. Now around 7 months old, Jinx has grown into a confident, smart, resilient young dog with a strong will and a bright mind. She’s alert, expressive, and deeply bonded to the people she trusts. The spark in her eyes tells you everything — this is a dog who chose to survive. Jinx’s biggest hurdle is food aggression. If food is present around other dogs, she can react quickly and will need continued management and training. Because of this, Jinx will do best with: -An experienced, dog-savvy adopter -A calm, respectful resident dog (or a home able to manage feedings separately) -Someone committed to structure, consistency, and continued training With the right boundaries and environment, Jinx does very well. She isn’t broken — she’s a survivor still learning that she doesn’t have to compete to be safe. If you understand that some rescue dogs come with lessons already learned the hard way, Jinx may be your girl. Her story is one of grit, growth, and huge potential.