Meet Raquel – The Gentle Shepherd Pup Who Just Wants to Be Loved

Raquel
Credit: Animal Friends of the Valleys

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Here's What You Need To Know:

  • Pet's Location: wildomar CA, 92595
  • Pet's Size: medium
  • Pet's Gender: female
  • Pet good with dogs? unsure
  • Pet good with cats? unsure
  • Pet good with kids? unsure

Organization:

  • Name: Animal Friends of the Valleys

Raquel is a 10-month-old unspayed Shepherd mix who was found as a stray and brought to Animal Friends of the Valleys in Wildomar, CA on 06/10/2025. A bit shy and unsure in the noisy shelter environment, Raquel still leans into every moment of affection and is quickly gaining confidence. She’s calm, sweet, and eager to connect with a patient person who can help her blossom.

Why She’s the Ultimate Gentle Soul
🐾 Age: 10 months
💗 Calm, well-behaved, and affectionate
🐶 A little shy, but adores human attention
🎓 Eager to please and very trainable
🚶‍♀️ Loose leash walker with a slow, gentle pace
👃 Loves sniffing and exploring on walks
🎉 Becoming more confident each day
🛋️ Belly rubs and cuddles are her favorite things

What She’s Looking For
✔️ A quiet, patient home where she can build confidence
✔️ Someone who values a gentle, loving companion
✔️ An adopter willing to guide her through basic training
✔️ A calm environment where she can continue to feel safe and loved

Raquel may be shy, but her heart is wide open—she just needs someone to show her the world isn’t so scary. With her gentle spirit, intelligence, and affectionate nature, Raquel is ready to become someone’s most loyal companion. Visit her at Animal Friends of the Valleys in Wildomar, CA (ID #781067) and give this sweet girl the home she’s been waiting for.

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