Re: Columbia, SC *** POINTER/BIRD DOG X *** HW NEG! 4 YO GIRL "MYSTERY" - LOST HER HOME - SAID TO BE HOUSETRAINED, DOG & KID FRIENDLY! A307463

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In a message dated 6/22/2026 6:39:57 AM US Eastern Daylight Time, dm4...@gmail.com writes:

 

MYSTERY - IMAGINE BEING DUMPED IN A SHELTER

 

We investigated this Mystery and discovered what’s missing… you and a quiet home to decompress in.

Mystery is a loving dog who recently lost her home and is having a hard time adjusting to the shelter environment. While her owner described her as friendly with children, house-trained, crate-trained, and a dog who enjoys playing with other dogs and running around, the shelter has been a much scarier place for her.

On her outing, Mystery was incredibly nervous. She was so overwhelmed that she had to be carried out of her kennel, and every new sight and sound seemed like a lot for her to process. But underneath all that fear was a dog who desperately wanted to connect. With patience, gentle pets, and a little time, Mystery began to relax. She showed curiosity about nearby dogs, sought out affection, and eventually even tried to climb into her volunteer’s lap for comfort.

The sweetest thing about Mystery is that you can see her trying. She wants to trust people. She wants to feel safe. Right now, she just needs someone willing to move at her pace and show her that the world isn’t so scary.

Mystery would likely thrive in a foster or adoptive home where she can decompress, build confidence, and let her true personality shine. For the person willing to give her that chance, there’s a very loving dog waiting beneath the worry.

ASPCA Canine-ality: Free Spirit

Female, 4 years old

Shelter ID: A307463

In Shelter Since: May 27, 2026

UTD on vaccines, microchipped

Medical: 45 pounds, heartworm negative

Columbia Animal Services

127 Humane Lane, Columbia, SC

803-776-PETS

For general inquiries: CAS...@columbiasc.gov

For 501c3 rescue pull: res...@columbiasc.gov

 

Pets of Columbia Animal Services

Assessment 6.12.26: Mystery A307463

Play Style: Gentle & Dainty

Playgroup Category: PG3

Social Status: Dog Tolerant

Notes:

- Had to be picked up and brought into play yard

- Doesn’t like to move

- Very tolerant of helper dog

- Doesn’t like to be mounted

- Over-corrects when mounted

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