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Meet Winnie

Meet Winnie, a beautiful 3-year-old Pit Bull mix who has already come so far. ❤️ When we found Winnie at the shelter, she was absolutely terrified—shaking and curled up in the corner, unsure of the world around her. Sadly, that fear didn’t disappear the moment she was rescued. It translated into fearful behavior, and Winnie needed someone to help her understand that she was finally safe. Winnie has just completed extensive professional training, and she is doing fantastic. She has made incredible strides, gained confidence, and continues to improve every day. We are so proud of how hard she has worked. Now Winnie needs a very specific kind of home. She needs an experienced, Pit Bull-savvy owner who understands fearful dogs and can provide the structure, boundaries, love, and discipline she needs to continue succeeding. We also want to be completely transparent: Winnie is not a dog you’re going to take to dog parks, crowded patios, or Starbucks. And that's okay. Not every dog needs that life to be happy. Winnie needs an owner who understands her limitations, advocates for her, keeps her safe, and gives her a calm, structured life where she can thrive. In the right hands, Winnie is an incredibly special dog with so much love to give. We know her person is out there—someone who will see how far she has come and be willing to continue the work that has helped her become the dog she is today. Winnie doesn't need a perfect world. She just needs the right person. ❤️ *This is a courtesy post. If you're interested in adopting Winnie, please fill out an adoption application with Big Love Animal Rescue https://bigloveanimalrescue.org/

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Winnie

BreedPit Bull TerrierSexFemaleSizeLargeAge3 years
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Starpaws Rescue
333 W. Washington Blvd P.O#309Marina Del Rey, CA 90292

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(424) 229-1614

starpawsrescue@gmail.com

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