Hi! My name is

Ripley

AARCS ID
A2000428845

SEX
Female

BREED
Shepherd Mixed

SIZE
Medium

Date of Birth
November 28, 2025

Located In
AARCS Safe Haven

About Ripley

Photos courtesy of Tanya Ostrowski

 

Ripley is a sweet young puppy who is still learning that the world can be a safe and welcoming place!

When she first arrived, she was very scared and preferred to stay tucked away in her crate, but she has already begun to show encouraging progress. As she becomes more comfortable, her curiosity is starting to shine through, and she is spending more time exploring her surroundings and observing the people around her.

Ripley is looking for a patient and understanding family that can help her continue building confidence and trust at her own pace. She can be nervous around new people and may need some extra time to warm up, but she is already showing signs that she wants to engage and learn. She especially enjoys treats, which will be a valuable tool as she continues her training and gains confidence through positive experiences.

As a growing puppy, Ripley will benefit greatly from ongoing training and socialization. Common things to work on include house training and learning appropriate puppy manners. Providing a variety of supervised brain games, enrichment activities, and chews will help keep her mind engaged while she learns.

With patience, consistency, and love, Ripley has the potential to blossom into a wonderful companion and a loyal member of the family!

Good with Cats?

Not tested with Cats yet

Good with Dogs?

Not tested with Dogs yet

Good with Kids?

Not tested with Kids yet

Do I Need Special Care?

Yes, Behavioral Special Needs - Very nervous, needs confidence building/socialization

Adoption Application