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Meet Lyric
Animal ID 58789371 
Species Dog 
Breed Mixed Breed, Large (over 44 lbs fully grown)/Mix 
Age 3 years 20 days 
Gender Female 
Size Large 
Color Black/White 
Spayed/Neutered  
Declawed No 
Housetrained Unknown 
Location Foster Home 
Intake Date 6/26/2025 
Meet Lyric-soft, sweet, and unforgettable, just like the perfect song that sneaks into your heart. She might be shy when you first meet her, but with time, patience, and kindness, she opens up one gentle moment at a time. Lyric isn't here to steal the spotlight-she's here to find a special place in your heart. Taking life at her own pace, Lyric is a slow starter who likes to ease into new situations. But once she feels comfortable, her sweet and lovable side truly shines. She adores soft, gentle pets and shares those steady, loving looks that can melt even the toughest heart.

When Lyric first arrived, she was nervous and a little avoidant-but thanks to the love she has received from staff and volunteers she will now climb in your lap and give kisses. She's still a bit spooked by quick movements, but the progress she's made in such a short time is truly remarkable. Lyric walks calmly and attentively on leash, soaking in the world with quiet curiosity. And when you bring out some baby talk and a squeaky toy, her playful side awakens-her gentle enthusiasm bursts through as she moves and zooms with joyful energy.

She's met some dog friends here at the shelter and seems to prefer calm, gentle playmates who match her laid-back vibe.

If you're searching for a quieter companion with a heart full of potential, Lyric might just be your girl. Lyric is currently in a foster home. If you're interested in meeting her, please complete an application and email dogfosters@barcs.org for next steps.


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A dog's behavior in a shelter can be very different from how they act in a home once they have time to relax. In the shelter, dogs spend a lot of time isolated in their kennels, meet new people constantly and are surrounded by other loud barking dogs, new smells, new sounds and new routines. This environment can keep their stress levels elevated for days or even weeks, which can cause them to act out in ways they wouldn't in a home. Because of this, what we see in the shelter are just observations and not promises of how the dog will behave later. A dog's true personality often shows up once they've had time to settle into their new home-that's why fostering and adopting is so important!

The following are the observations of my challenges in a shelter environment:

Dog Selectiveness: Dog selectiveness is when a dog may get along well with some dogs but might have a poor reaction or be avoidant with others. Selective dogs may need carefully managed interactions, intentionally selected playmates to ensure compatibility, supervised play with other dogs, and avoidance of situations where they feel threatened or overwhelmed.

Fearful/Nervous: Fearful or nervous dogs may react poorly or give other warning signs when they feel threatened or scared, often to get a person or object to back away. If the dog continues to display fearful behavior, after the proper acclimation/decompression period in their new home, they may need a continued calm, supportive environment, with gradual exposure to their triggers and positive reinforcement to build trust and reduce anxiety.