Charlie- loving goofball

Charlie is with our partner rescue in LA and can come to NJ with an approved foster or adopter

For weeks, Charlie roamed the streets with a collar embedded in his neck. Every morning-and sometimes in the middle of the night-he would make his way to the same hotel. He had learned that there, he could get a meal and no one would hurt him. But Charlie wouldn't let anyone get close enough to touch him. One of the hotel employees finally turned to Facebook and begged for someone to help him.

For his first 24 hours st the vet, he was **frozen in fear**.

And then something changed.

Charlie realized he was safe. ❤️ And slowly, this sweet, silly boy started showing everyone who he really is.

One of the vet techs has been taking Charlie home with her at night, and we're getting to know the dog underneath all that fear. In less than a week, we have learned Charlie LOVES head scratches-but sometimes, when a hand reaches toward his head, he still flinches like he's bracing himself for what might happen. Then he realizes he's safe…and comes right back for more. He follows right behind you, walking on your heels and randomly booping the backs of your knees with his cold little nose. He likes his blankets crumpled up into the perfect little nest. He chases his tail. He loves to chew. And apparently, he has declared war on flies and mosquitoes. He's still learning about car rides, but he's doing wonderfully-once he's carefully helped into the seat, he settles in and watches the world go by through the window. Charlie goes potty outside and seems to understand that's where he's supposed to go, although his new family should expect that he may need some patience and consistency while adjusting to a new home.

And with every passing day, we're seeing more of him.

More trust

More silliness.

More affection.

More *Charlie* ❤️



His wound is healing extremely fast and once that is completely healed, he will be in perfect health!

We truly believe this boy is going to be the perfect combination of **playful goofball and big ol' cuddle bug.

Charlie has already survived the hard part.

Now we want him to experience the part he's probably never had:

A home. A family. His own person. And the chance to finally understand that he never has to be afraid again



Charlie is up to date on vaccines and tested negative for heartworm. He has been neutered and microchipped. His adoption fee is $500.

Adopting a dog is a commitment that will require annual veterinary care at a minimum, training, exercise, enrichment, etc. Pet care is not cheap or easy and adopters should consider the costs, time and training prior to adoption. After all these dogs have been through, they deserve a loving, committed home.