Ava is a gentle soul whose scars run deeper than the surface. Life on the streets chipped away at her trust, and now she’s learning to believe in kindness again. She’s sensitive, craving safety most of all, but she approaches the world with surprising sweetness given how rough things have been. Ava sometimes reacts fearfully to other dogs, a mark of all the time spent having to fend for herself. Patient routines and gentle handling are starting to coax her out—she’s moving forward, slow but sure. She’s currently heartworm positive, but she’s been started on treatment and isn’t facing it alone; there’s a team in her corner. Ava isn’t looking for perfection. She just wants someone steady, someone willing to see the dog beyond the worry and help her discover what home really means. Ready to meet your new best friend? Apply now!