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Josie

APA-A-183926

Looks Like
Catahoula Leopard Dog / Mix

Sex
Female

Current Weight
45 lbs

Estimated Age
2 Years
6 Months

Location

Adoption Fee
Not available for Adoption
Looks Like
Catahoula Leopard Dog / Mix
Sex
Female
Current Weight
45 lbs
Estimated Age
2 Years
6 Months
Location
Adoption Fee
Not available for Adoption

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Josie is a gentle, sensitive girl with the heart of a herding dog and the soul of a softie. She came to us from a partner shelter after a recent scuffle left her with a laceration over her left hind leg and a few scrapes on her face. Despite her injuries, Josie remains sweet, alert, and eager to bond with the right person.

She’s currently toe-touching lame on her left hind leg, but her wounds are being treated and monitored closely. She’s expected to heal well with time, rest, and a bit of TLC. Josie has been incredibly tolerant during initial exams—though, like many sensitive pups, she prefers a “less is more” approach when it comes to restraint or handling.

🐶 Personality:
A little nervous at first, but very sweet once she feels safe

No attempts to bite, even when uncomfortable—she just communicates her stress with body language

Likely to blossom in a quiet, patient home where she can decompress and heal at her own pace

🏡 Ideal Home:
Someone with experience or willingness to go slow and build trust

A calm environment without a lot of rough play while her leg heals

Preferably no overly rambunctious dogs during recovery
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