Fearful And Neglected Aussiedoodle Refused To Trust Anyone Until One Woman Changed Everything

While walking through her city in Oklahoma, Summer spotted a stray dog with severely matted fur. The pup looked scared, unsure whether to trust a human.

Determined to help, Summer called her mom, and together they gently encouraged the frightened dog to come with them.

With patience and kindness, they finally convinced her to step inside their home, where warmth and safety awaited.

They named her Noah—but earning her trust would take much more than a name.

Learning To Feel Safe Again

Once inside, Noah was given food, water, and a cozy space to rest. Summer had never rescued a dog before, so she wasn’t sure what to expect.

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Though Noah was safe, she remained wary, accepting only small gestures of affection from Summer’s mom. She explored a little, but fear still lingered in her eyes.

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Determined to help her feel better, Summer scheduled a grooming session to remove the thick, matted fur. Beneath it was a beautiful dog who had been hiding for far too long.

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But despite looking better, her heart still carried fear.

For the first few days, Noah barely moved. Her safe place became Summer’s closet, where she hid, trying to process her new life. It was heartbreaking, but Summer knew she needed time.

A Life-Changing Moment

Weeks passed, and little by little, Noah began to open up. She no longer stayed hidden all day. She cautiously walked around the house and even interacted with people more.

Then came a defining moment.

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Summer went away for a week, and when she returned, she saw something she hadn’t before—Noah’s tail wagging with excitement.

As soon as she saw Summer, Noah ran to her, hugging her tightly. That moment changed everything.

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From then on, Noah slowly but surely embraced her new life. She learned to trust, love, and feel joy again.

It didn’t take long for Summer to realize something: Noah was already home.

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“I knew at this point I was keeping her,” Summer shared with The Dodo. “A majority of her progress has been letting her do things on her own time.“

Now, Noah isn’t just part of the family—she has also made an inseparable bond with Summer’s other dog, Navy.