Adopting a rescue doggo is no small task, it can take years to get to a place where your dog fully trusts you and is able to flourish. It can be emotional, and stressful, but also extremely rewarding. This requires going on a journey with your doggo, to gain his or her trust and any potential adopter needs to be mentally prepared for that. When you adopt from a rescue, you take on the risk of adopting a dog with a troubled past. This requires going on a journey with your doggo, to gain his or her trust and any potential adopter needs to be mentally prepared for that.
Building trust with your doggos is no casual walk through the dog park, especially if they have a rough history or used to be a stray. The dogs discussed in this heartwarming Reddit thread all came from difficult pasts but were given a second chance. Dogs are very cautious creatures, it can take years to fully gain their trust, but when you finally do, magic happens.
Building trust with a rescue doggo takes so much time, patience, and hard work. But these sweet moments make it all worth it.
Do not apologize! The sappiness is welcomed and appreciated!
"It's taken me almost two years to get him to trust me. I love him so much."
Spoken like a true rescue dog parent. We applaud you, OP.
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