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Maverick & Hayley
Hayley adopted Maverick, formerly known as Scout, from the Hamilton/Burlington SPCA after previously adopting another dog, Marshmallow, from the same shelter. She first saw Maverick on the HBSPCA’s Instagram and felt an instant emotional connection that led her to bring him home. Having grown up with shelter dogs and recently adopted Marshmallow, Hayley strongly believes in giving rescue dogs a second chance.
When Maverick first arrived, he was quiet and withdrawn, spending most of his time in his crate, but slowly began to trust and engage with his new family. Surprisingly gentle and affectionate, Maverick bonded quickly with Hayley’s young son and helped ease Marshmallow’s anxiety, becoming her calming companion.
Over time, Maverick was weaned off his anxiety medication, revealing a playful, loving personality that fit right into the family dynamic. Hayley feels he’s brought joy, structure, and companionship to their lives. She’s grateful to the HBSPCA for uniting them and encourages others to adopt, reminding them that shelter dogs are full of love and potential.
