Meet Rolo, a timid dog from Florida who always seemed a little different from the rest.

He had very little exposure to people, and his fear of humans was so strong that he would freeze completely whenever anyone came near.

Despite his shyness, Rolo was naturally sweet and affectionate. He just needed patience, time, and a calm space to help him adjust to the world around him.

This is the story of how one compassionate foster mom gave him exactly that—and helped him rediscover his confidence.

A Foster Mom’s Gentle Approach

When Tracy first met Rolo, she immediately noticed how terrified he was.

She told The Dodo : “He was frozen and was clearly very scared. When I picked Rolo, I could tell he was scared around people.”

Determined to help, Tracy brought him home and created a safe

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