Kitty spent her early years tethered on a short chain to a garlic field in Gwangju, Gyeonggi Province — kept as a property guard with no love, no companionship, and no life of her own. She was seized and taken to a city shelter, where she was rescued just before euthanasia. Everything about the world is new to her. And she is meeting it with remarkable courage.
Kitty is a gentle, quiet soul who needs a patient hand and plenty of time. She is not the dog who runs to greet you at the door — she is the one who watches carefully from across the room, and then, when she is ready, quietly comes over and asks to be touched. With her foster she now responds to her name, seeks out affection on her own terms, and loves having her face stroked and her belly rubbed when she’s lying down. That trust was earned slowly, and it is real.
Lives happily with an 18kg Jindo mix and they adore each other — Kitty often initiates play and they run and romp together with real enthusiasm. Calm and neutral with small dogs on walks. No aggression of any kind observed.
| House trained | Yes — outdoor potty |
| Alone time | Up to 6 hours on weekdays (no separation anxiety) |
| Barking | Never. Not once observed in foster care. |
| Destructive behavior | None whatsoever. |
| Car rides | Rides well, no motion sickness. Needs to be lifted in — too small to jump up on her own. Rides calmly in the back seat with a seatbelt. |
| Favorite activities | Wood sticks to chew, and romping with her foster dog. Not interested in conventional toys — many types were tried with no interest. Favorite treats: Whimzees dental chews, boiled egg yolk, and duck sweet potato rolls. |
Kitty gets two walks daily — a solo morning walk of about 40 minutes, and an evening walk of 1 to 1.5 hours with her foster dog companion. She walks beautifully on leash with no pulling. Large vehicles and bicycles passing closely used to freeze her; she now moves through these moments with calm reassurance from her foster. She is still watchful of her surroundings. She is scared of umbrellas — her foster now walks in the rain umbrella-free while Kitty wears a raincoat, which has been a sweet and practical solution.
No past medical history. Currently healthy. Has mild eye discharge managed with daily eye drops — a minor and easily maintained care routine. No known allergies. Monthly parasite prevention: NexGard Spectra on the 4th of each month, given year-round including winter. Current food: Izekan Pro-Active Dog Immunity Care mixed with Izekan Dog Soft Recipe.
Kitty would do beautifully in a home that already has a calm, friendly dog — having a canine companion made an enormous difference in her confidence. Above all, she needs a family with patience. She will not open up on day one. Given time, space, and consistency, she blooms. Homes with young or very active children are not recommended — she needs a quiet environment while she finds her footing. The reward of earning Kitty’s trust is something her foster describes as unlike anything else.
“Kitty spent years tethered and alone before any of this — and yet here she is, sleeping in the hammock, initiating play, and asking for belly rubs. Her resilience is quiet and steady. She needs a family who will let her set the pace and celebrate every small step. She is not for someone in a hurry. But for the right family, she will become one of the most devoted dogs they have ever known.”
Kitty has been adopted!
Kitty has found her forever family. Many wonderful dogs are still waiting for theirs.