River

River is an adoptable female Australian Kelpie looking for a home at BARC Animal Shelter in Houston, Texas. She is a young adult and medium in size. She is listed on the shelter's euthanasia list, listed due to lack of space, and that date has now passed. Shelters often move these dates, so River may still be waiting. The shelter can confirm.

Located At: BARC Animal Shelter & Adoptions Description: My name is River. I am a female, black and white Labrador Retriever mix. Age: The shelter staff think I am about 1 year old. More Info: I have been at the shelter since Oct 07, 2026. I am in kennel SOUTHB08. ID #A2099279 Breed: Labrador Retriever Mix Color: Black Sex: Female Age: 12 months DOB: 10/7/2025 Weight: 39.8 lbs Intake date: 10/7/2026 ⸻ 🩺 Medical Notes: * Heartworm HIGH POSITIVE ' will need treatment. * Received vaccinations, deworming, and Advantage Multi for parasite prevention. * No additional medical conditions documented. ⸻ Behavior Notes: River is a timid, frightened puppy who is having difficulty adjusting to shelter life. She has shown wide, worried eyes, a tucked tail, and flinching when touched. She is hesitant to be leashed and tries to keep her distance from handlers. During one kennel transfer, she became overwhelmed and thrashed, requiring staff assist her back into her kennel. Despite her fear, River has walked on a loose to semi-loose leash and has greeted staff with neutral body language. She needs a calm, experienced, patient person who will give her time to decompress and learn to trust at her own pace.