Hallie Hill Special Needs Animals
At Hallie Hill Animal Sanctuary, we believe every animal is adoptable.
However, our special needs animals are not for the faint of heart.
They are each unique, and as such, have unique needs.
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Becky
| Approx DOB | 1/4/18 |
| Breed | Shepherd Mix |
| Special Needs | Undersocialized;fearful |
Becky came to Hallie Hill from another rescue who tried very hard to socialize her and help her overcome her fear of people. Sadly, Becky only progressed so far and is still very fearful being close to people. She does get brave enough to accept treats from people she knows well. She feels much more comfortable when with other dogs.
Blossom
| Approx DOB | 3/2/19 |
| Breed | Mixed Breed |
| Special Needs | Undersocialized;fearful |
Blossom is a stunning girl with a beautiful white coat and adorable face. She was unable to be adopted from a local shelter because she would tremble in fear any time she was touched. Being in the company of other dogs helps to reduce her anxiety.
Plum
| Approx DOB | 3/26/20 |
| Breed | Hound mix |
| Special Needs | Very shy |
Plum is a playful and even silly girl when she relaxes. She thrives in the company of other dogs. She takes time to adjust to a new environment and will need time to trust her new family. She will not feel comfortable going new places or meeting new people, but would do better with a familiar yard.
Betty
| Approx DOB | 3/20/13 |
| Breed | Beagle mix |
| Special Needs | Inappropriate potty habits |
Betty is a sweet little lady. In true Beagle fashion, she is spunky and fun!
As noted above, Betty is not house trained. She was adopted at one point, and though the family tried for months, she would relieve herself/soil all over house and on furniture, despite regular opportunities to go outside. Due to these potty habits, she will need to be in a home where she has secure, regular outdoor access. Betty will also tear up soft surfaces.
One meeting with this little girl and you will fall in love.
Bogart
Bogart is a sweet boy who sadly was not socialized before coming to us. He is very afraid of people, and will take a lot of patience and time to warm up. He “pancakes” when you are able to get him on a leash. Bogart would like to be in a home with another dog who can teach him that humans are good! He will need a place where he can keep his distance in a safe spot until he is ready to interact.
Elroy
| Approx DOB | 5/13/13 |
| Breed | Shepherd mix |
| Special Needs | Very very shy |
Elroy is hesitant and reserved, but finds comfort when around other dogs. He will bark at you from afar and will take a lot of extra time and patience to warm up enough to get close.
Frodo
| Approx DOB | 12/1/10 |
| Breed | Mixed |
| Special Needs | Under Socialized |
Frodo has been at the sanctuary since 2017. He was very under-socialized and had avoided people altogether. He has come to warm up to some of our long-time volunteers. Frodo is very shy and will need lots of patience, time and space to feel comfortable in a home. A fenced in yard would be best.
Olive
| Approx DOB | 8/15/18 |
| Breed | Retriever mix |
| Special Needs | Shy |
Miss Olive is a shy girl who is very nervous around people. BUT! She blossoms and becomes a more confident dog around other pups! She is taking her time to warm up to people here at the sanctuary with the help of her doggie companions. We think her perfect forever home would be where she has a confident, people-loving doggie sibling to show her the ropes! Olive is comfortable walking on a leash.
Nugget
| Approx DOB | 5/25/16 |
| Breed | Chihuahua mix |
| Special Needs | Very shy |
Nugget is very shy. While he enjoys grabbing a snack from your hand, he does not enjoy being pet or hanging around humans much. Nugget will need another dog in the home who is very confident and likes both people and other dogs. He does not like other small dogs – seems to get along better with larger dogs. He will need to live in a home with a fenced in yard, and be able to keep his distance.
Dora
| Approx DOB | 4/12/2016 |
| Breed | Hound mix |
| Special Needs | Very very shy |
Dora is a beautiful girl who is very nervous and shy. She will take a long time to warm up, and is fearful of strangers. She likes to keep her distance.
Minnie
| Approx DOB | 2/2/2007 |
| Breed | Bulldog mix |
| Special Needs | Inappropriate potty habits, skin issues |
Minnie is an absolute character! She likes things her way. She is very sweet, but does have some inappropriate potty behaviors. She also has some sensitive skin that needs extra care. She takes Apoquel to help with her itchy skin. She also has had some ear issues in the past. She had an eye surgery but her eyes are great now! This girl is full of spunk!
Bodean
| Approx DOB | 4/11/2013 |
| Breed | Hound |
| Special Needs | Separation Anxiety |
Bodean is a sweet hound, with a great hound bark! He came to us from a foster-based rescue that discovered he really disliked being in a home. He is destructive inside, and can’t be left alone indoors. Any potential adopter will have to have to provide a safe and secure fenced in yard, and lots of patience. He will need an area outdoors where he has access to shelter.
April
| Approx DOB | 04/04/2017 |
| Breed | Domestic Longhair mix |
| Special Needs | Plays too aggressively |
April is a beautiful cat. Her beauty is what many are drawn to! April is with us because she is not much a fan of people. She can be mouthy and unpredictable. If you want a cat to interact with you, and enjoy pets – April is not going to be your lady. She likes being on her own! April also requires regular grooming.
Matthew
| Approx DOB | 10/7/2016 |
| Breed | Domestic Longhair mix |
| Special Needs | Unpredictable, Bite Risk |
Matthew is a very handsome kitty. He is with us because he is very unpredictable and will bite. Before he came to us, he was kept in a cage day and night. His lack of socialization is not his fault – and he is welcome to stay at the sanctuary for as long as he needs.