About Mistletoe

Hi, I'm Mistletoe, and I have quite a story to tell.The kind staff and volunteers from the RSPCA rescued me and my friends from an isolated life with little no human interaction and brought us here to the shelter. From there I went to my first ever foster home where I received my first glimpse of what a real home could look like, but it hasn't been easy. Due to my lack of exposure to the real world, I can be incredibly timid, even fearful at times, but my foster carers have been amazingly patient and gentle with me. It's now time for me to find my own forever home! I need someone who understands that my upbringing was not 'Normal' and that the most important time for me to be socialized was missed, this will affect me for the rest of my life. Things that may be exciting for other doggies are very overwhelming for me and I need medication to help me cope with the unpredictability of everyday life; this will most likely be a lifelong requirement. My progress may be inconsistent, with break throughs one day and regression the next. My new owner must be patient with me and respect my boundaries, the most progress is made when I feel safe, not pressured. The person opening their home to me will have to be dedicated and understand that what may seem like a small win to others is a huge win for me. Just to live a life with consistent meals, a warm bed and people who care for me is more than I could have ever imagined. I could potentially live with full time workers (provided I have a settling in period) and calm, older children who give me plenty of space and time to myself. I also need a confident doggy sibling for company. If you have time and love in your heart to take me into your home, then please head down to the RSPCA shelter in Malaga to discuss adopting me with our behaviour team. (Monday to Friday 9am - 4pm) Maybe I'll meet you soon. Love Mistletoe