What comes to mind when you hear the word “dog”?

For many, it’s the image of a lively pup racing through a sunlit park, tail wagging wildly, greeting strangers with cheerful enthusiasm.

Dogs like that often win hearts instantly and find homes within hours.

But not every dog arrives with such energy. Some, shaped by trauma or born with quiet dispositions, retreat to the corners of their kennels, eyes lowered, hoping to be overlooked.

These gentle souls often remain in shelters for months, passed over in favor of their more outgoing peers.

A Chance Encounter At The Right Moment

Kels McDonough, founder of McDonough Rescue in Los Angeles , runs a foster-based program dedicated to giving overlooked dogs a second chance.

Through her work, she’s discovered that the shyest pups often have

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