Mon Sep 23 15:13:47 UTC 2024: ## Afghan Shelter Dog Seeks Forever Home After Grueling Past

**PORTLAND, MAINE** – Clementine, a shepherd mix rescued from Afghanistan, is hoping to find a forever home after enduring a harrowing past that included severe cruelty. The resilient dog, who lost an eye due to being pelted with rocks, is now seeking a loving family in Maine.

Clementine arrived in the US in May, after being flown by Kabul Small Animal Rescue (KSAR). She was one of 13 dogs from the rescue who ended up at Passion for Pets Rescue in Maine, and only three, including Clementine, remain unadopted.

Clementine’s difficult experiences have made her shy around new people, and she takes time to warm up and build trust. Despite her challenges, she is a sweet and happy dog who enjoys car rides, walks, and chasing squirrels in her foster home.

“Clementine is a love bug and she loves head scratches,” said her foster carer, Paul Lemont. “She’s a high food resource guarder,” he added, noting that her experience on the streets has made her protective of her food.

Clementine is seeking a home without other pets, as she can be wary of other dogs and prefers to have her own space. She is house trained, walks well on a lead, and can be left alone uncrated.

Clementine’s story was recently shared on TikTok, where it has been viewed over 140,000 times. The hope is that someone from Maine or the surrounding area will see her story and offer her the loving home she deserves.

“She just needs that special someone somewhere to love her back,” Lemont said.

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