Dancer

Meet Dancer | 1-Year-Old Border Collie Mix<br/><br/>Dancer is a quiet soul with a gentle heart - the kind of dog who watches the world carefully before deciding it's safe to step forward.<br/><br/>This sweet 1-year-old Border Collie mix is a timid little girl who is still learning that the world isn't a big, scary place. New sights, sounds, and situations can feel overwhelming for her, and she looks to her people for reassurance that everything is okay. With a calm presence and kind encouragement, Dancer gains confidence one small victory at a time.<br/><br/>While we don't know much about her past, we do know who she is at her core: loving, affectionate, and deeply comforted by closeness. Dancer adores cuddling and being near her person - it's where she feels safest. When she's beside you, her worries melt away, and you'll see her true self begin to shine.<br/><br/>On leash, Dancer does well, sticking close and moving thoughtfully through the world. She just needs gentle reminders that passing cars, new people, and unfamiliar noises aren't monsters - just part of the journey. A patient home that understands confidence-building will help her blossom into a dog who feels secure and brave.<br/><br/>Dancer is looking for someone who will move at her pace, celebrate the small wins, and show her every day that she's safe, loved, and never alone.<br/><br/>If you believe the best relationships are built slowly, with trust and tenderness - Dancer is waiting for you. <br/><br/> If you think you would be my perfect forever home, my friends would love to hear from you! Contact them at: info@handsnpawswa.org<br/><br/> Health & Safety All our animals are:<br/><br/>Microchipped<br/><br/>Up to date on vaccines<br/><br/>Dewormed and flea treated<br/><br/>Spayed/neutered and given rabies shots (if age appropriate)<br/><br/>FELV/FIV testing available upon request (at adopter's expense)<br/><br/> Where to Find Me Our pets are located in foster homes, Hands 'N Paws Othello Shelter, or at PetSmart in Union Gap.<br/><br/> Adoption Process<br/><br/>First come, first served unless a hold is placed<br/><br/>Holds require a $25 non-refundable fee per pet or full adoption fee<br/><br/>Holds last up to 7 days<br/><br/>After 7 days, unclaimed pets and fees are considered donations<br/><br/> Adoption Fees Listed under each pet's photo on their biography page.

Meet Dancer | 1-Year-Old Border Collie Mix

Dancer is a quiet soul with a gentle heart - the kind of dog who watches the world carefully before deciding it's safe to step forward.

This sweet 1-year-old Border Collie mix is a timid little girl who is still learning that the world isn't a big, scary place. New sights, sounds, and situations can feel overwhelming for her, and she looks to her people for reassurance that everything is okay. With a calm presence and kind encouragement, Dancer gains confidence one small victory at a time.

While we don't know much about her past, we do know who she is at her core: loving, affectionate, and deeply comforted by closeness. Dancer adores cuddling and being near her person - it's where she feels safest. When she's beside you, her worries melt away, and you'll see her true self begin to shine.

On leash, Dancer does well, sticking close and moving thoughtfully through the world. She just needs gentle reminders that passing cars, new people, and unfamili

Meet Dancer | 1-Year-Old Border Collie Mix

Dancer is a quiet soul with a gentle heart - the kind of dog who watches the world carefully before deciding it's safe to step forward.

This sweet 1-year-old Border Collie mix is a timid little girl who is still learning that the world isn't a big, scary place. New sights, sounds, and situations can feel overwhelming for her, and she looks to her people for reassurance that everything is okay. With a calm presence and kind encouragement, Dancer gains confidence one small victory at a time.

While we don't know much about her past, we do know who she is at her core: loving, affectionate, and deeply comforted by closeness. Dancer adores cuddling and being near her person - it's where she feels safest. When she's beside you, her worries melt away, and you'll see her true self begin to shine.

On leash, Dancer does well, sticking close and moving thoughtfully through the world. She just needs gentle reminders that passing cars, new people, and unfamiliar noises aren't monsters - just part of the journey. A patient home that understands confidence-building will help her blossom into a dog who feels secure and brave.

Dancer is looking for someone who will move at her pace, celebrate the small wins, and show her every day that she's safe, loved, and never alone.

If you believe the best relationships are built slowly, with trust a