GINGER

Ginger arrived with a terrible wound on her neck (caused by a collar that was too small) and she was so scared...she trembled and would not even walk, we had to carry her in most cases. With the help of amazing staff and volunteers, she has been improving and healing. She's still scared and getting used to a leash, she may try to flee/run when scared. But she's healing, she looks beautiful, and she's even been going on some full walks outside with no issues. She just needs some kind humans to go slowly with her and give her time/space to adjust. If you think you have the right, calm spot for her where you can work with her to help her relax and blossom even more, email adoption@orangecountync.gov. We know she'll really benefit from being in a loving home. If you'd like to help Ginger and other pets that enter the shelter with serious medical issues, please consider making a donation to the shelter. The Community Giving Fund is an easy way to donate online. Thank you! Foster notes on Ginger: Ginger is so sweet! She is working through a lot of fear, but is gentle and kind to both humans and dogs. We went to Johnston Mill Preserve and got lots of good exercise out on the trails. Once we were moving in the woods, she was totally relaxed and really curious about our surroundings. She is working on trusting strangers, but loves the outdoors and would be an excellent adventure buddy! Although Ginger is very fearful, she warmed up to us in a few hours. She loves the company of other dogs and was considerably less fearful after she met our dog. She is very uninterested in food; she didn't take any of the treats that we offered her. She didn't play with any of the toys. We took her home for a few hours. At first, she was avoiding us, but at the end of her stay, she was following us and accepting pets. She greeted our dog with enthusiasm, even though our dog wanted nothing to do with her. Ginger threw up in the car on the ride back, but was very well-behaved in the car. I love Ginger's sweet and gentle temperament; despite her fear and distrust of humans, she is very kind and tolerant. Ginger is such a sweetheart. She has been through so much in her short time on this Earth, but despite it all, you can tell she wants to love and be loved. It’s hard for Ginger to trust, but she would absolutely blossom in a home with love, time, and space. Ginger is potty trained and not destructive when left alone. She also loves other dogs! Because of her fearful nature, she can be a bit of an escape artist - so making sure all fences are tall/secure and you have a good hold on her leash is important! My favorite thing about Ginger is her gentle nature, despite all that she’s been through. I also loved watching her come out of her shell little by little every day! We hit some big milestones while we were together - Ginger slept in bed with me, licked my hand, and became more accustomed to pets. She is precious and deserves a family that is dedicated to giving her a second chance!

Ginger arrived with a terrible wound on her neck (caused by a collar that was too small) and she was so scared...she trembled and would not even walk, we had to carry her in most cases. With the help of amazing staff and volunteers, she has been improving and healing. She's still scared and getting used to a leash, she may try to flee/run when scared. But she's healing, she looks beautiful, and she's even been going on some full walks outside with no issues. She just needs some kind humans to go slowly with her and give her time/space to adjust. If you think you have the right, calm spot for her where you can work with her to help her relax and blossom even more, email adoption@orangecountync.gov. We know she'll really benefit from being in a loving home. If you'd like to help Ginger and other pets that enter the shelter with serious medical issues, please consider making a donation to the shelter. The Community Giving Fund is an easy way to donate online. Thank you! Foster notes on Ginger: Ginger is so sweet! She is wo

Ginger arrived with a terrible wound on her neck (caused by a collar that was too small) and she was so scared...she trembled and would not even walk, we had to carry her in most cases. With the help of amazing staff and volunteers, she has been improving and healing. She's still scared and getting used to a leash, she may try to flee/run when scared. But she's healing, she looks beautiful, and she's even been going on some full walks outside with no issues. She just needs some kind humans to go slowly with her and give her time/space to adjust. If you think you have the right, calm spot for her where you can work with her to help her relax and blossom even more, email adoption@orangecountync.gov. We know she'll really benefit from being in a loving home. If you'd like to help Ginger and other pets that enter the shelter with serious medical issues, please consider making a donation to the shelter. The Community Giving Fund is an easy way to donate online. Thank you! Foster notes on Ginger: Ginger is so sweet! She is working through a lot of fear, but is gentle and kind to both humans and dogs. We went to Johnston Mill Preserve and got lots of good exercise out on the trails. Once we were moving in the woods, she was totally relaxed and really curious about our surroundings. She is working on trusting strangers, but loves the outdoors and would be an excellent adventure buddy! Although Ginger is very fearful,