Meet Chili.

Ocala, FL · 1 year 9 months · Dutch Shepherd / Mixed (medium coat)

Listed since Jul 30, 2026. Listing dates do not establish shelter intake or continuous availability.

First seen by Goodmorph Oct 30, 2026.

Rescue last updated: Oct 16, 2026

In the shelter’s words

Meet ChiliChili is a sweet and sensitive dog who can be nervous when meeting new people, but once given time to feel comfortable, he begins to show his gentle and affectionate side. When approached slowly with soft conversation and treats, Chili gradually gains confidence and has allowed gentle pets. He responds well to a calm, patient handler and does best when given the opportunity to take things at his own pace.Chili would thrive with an adopter who understands shy dogs and can provide a calm, secure environment where he can decompress and gain confidence. He will need a securely fenced environment and continued positive, patient guidance as he learns to feel safe and comfortable.Because of his history with horses and chickens, Chili will need a placement with no access to livestock or small animals.Chili may not be the dog who runs up to you on day one, but give him patience, kindness, and a little time, and you may just earn the trust of a very special dog. He deserves someone willing to see the sweet dog underneath his nervousness and give him the chance to blossom.

RescueGroups record ID: 22671437

What this home needs

• Still to ask the shelter

  other dogs · cats · children · housing and stairs · medical and care. These details are not documented here; unknown does not mean no.

Roster last seen: Nov 2, 2026, 6:21 AM UTC
Goodmorph last synced: Nov 2, 2026, 6:21 AM UTC
Availability confirmed by a person: Not confirmed

Shelter staff and authorized volunteers: add a dated observation

This shared profile remains available for up to 90 days after it leaves the source roster, unless removal is requested sooner. Adoptions and applications are handled by the shelter.