Alaska is that rare dog with a strong independent streak—she's not instantly affectionate with new people, and she doesn’t pretend otherwise. If you’re chasing instant connection, move along. But if you’re ready to walk alongside a dog learning to open up—one who’s gone from guarded and wary to playful in the right company—this is your kind of project. Alaska is about 3 years old, spayed, and up to date on vaccinations. She’s large and house trained. When it comes to other dogs, she’s selective; some she tolerates, others not so much. For now, she’ll need to be your only animal. Kids are an unknown, so she’ll do best in an adult-only home. All meetings must be scheduled in advance. Alaska is in North Kingstown, RI, and waiting for someone with patience to make a real difference for her. Click apply to start the adoption process.