This Shy Beauty Just Wants a Chance to Bloom—Meet Riley the German Shepherd Mix

Riley
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

Riley is a 1.5-year-old German Shepherd mix (possibly with some Australian Cattle Dog!) who’s been struggling to feel safe since arriving as a stray on 06/03/2025. At the shelter, she’s anxious and unsure—but once she trusts you, her gentle, intelligent nature begins to shine. With her striking mask and markings, Riley turns heads, but it’s her quiet sweetness that will win your heart.

Why Riley is the Ultimate Sniff-Safari Explorer
🐾 Age: 1.5 years
🐕 Gorgeous markings and a possibly unique shepherd-cattle dog blend
🌿 Loves going on sniff-faris and exploring calmly on walks
🦴 Easy to collar and doesn’t jump in her kennel
👀 Alert and observant—takes in the world around her
💗 Sweet, sensitive soul who wants to trust and connect

What Riley is Looking For
✔️ A patient adopter who will give her time to warm up
✔️ A calm, reassuring environment away from loud noises
✔️ Daily walks where she can sniff, explore, and decompress
✔️ Someone who sees her potential and will help her grow into the confident dog she’s meant to be

Riley may be nervous now, but in the right home, she’s sure to blossom into a loyal and loving companion. Come meet her at Animal Friends of the Valleys in Wildomar, CA (ID #780114) and give this beautiful girl the chance she’s been waiting for.

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