Misty: A Resilient, Playful Survivor
Location: Blue Earth, Minnesota at New Chances Humane Society
Breed: Vizsla and Yellow Labrador Retriever Mix
Age: Young adult, approximately 1–3 years old
Gender: Female
Size: Medium, 26–60 pounds
How to Adopt Misty
Misty is currently listed through New Chances Humane Society in Blue Earth, Minnesota.
View Misty’s Petfinder Profile
Complete an Adoption Application
Learn More About New Chances Humane Society
Address: 1540 Industrial Drive, Blue Earth, MN 56013
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 231, Blue Earth, MN 56013
Phone: (507) 526-5160
Email: newchanceshs@gmail.com
New Chances Humane Society reviews completed applications, checks references, and determines whether the applicant and animal are a suitable match. If several people apply for the same animal, the shelter selects the placement it believes will be best for that animal.
Because the shelter is operated entirely by volunteers, processing an application may take several days. Interested families should contact New Chances Humane Society to confirm Misty’s availability, current adoption fee, visiting hours, and appointment requirements.
About Misty
Misty is a young, high-energy dog with an unforgettable story of survival.
When Misty was only a puppy, she was caught in a house fire and suffered significant burns. As she grew, the healing skin across her back repeatedly ruptured and reopened. She eventually recovered, but the injuries left her with a large, permanent scar.
Misty’s fur may never fully grow over that area, but her scar does not slow her down. She loves to run, play, chase balls, exercise, and experience everything an active young dog should be able to enjoy.
Her physical wounds have healed, but some of those frightening early experiences may have affected how she responds emotionally. Misty can become guarded when she feels scared or overwhelmed, and she may nip in those moments.
She needs an adopter who will see the communication behind that behavior, respect her limits, and help her feel safe without forcing her into uncomfortable situations.
More Than Her Scar
Misty’s scar may be the first thing someone notices, but it is only one part of who she is.
She is curious, friendly, affectionate, playful, loyal, and highly food-motivated. Once she feels secure, her fun and energetic personality begins to shine.
Misty enjoys being with her humans and wants to become a loyal companion. She may occasionally try to keep track of or “herd” the people around her, adding another funny dimension to her personality.
She has already survived more than most dogs ever should. What she needs now is someone willing to look beyond her appearance and understand that trust may take time.
Misty is not searching for perfection. She is searching for patience, stability, and a person who will give her a genuine chance.
An Active Girl Who Loves Balls
Misty has plenty of youthful energy and absolutely loves balls. Running, playing, and exercising are some of the best ways to bring out her joyful side.
She would thrive with an active person who enjoys spending time outdoors and wants a dog to include in everyday adventures. Depending on her comfort level and training, Misty may enjoy:
Daily walks
Hiking and outdoor exploration
Fetch and ball games
Structured play
Scent work
Food puzzles
Training games
Secure opportunities to run
Activities that challenge both her body and mind
Physical exercise alone will not meet all of Misty’s needs. Because she is smart, energetic, and food-motivated, she also needs mental enrichment and positive training.
A balanced routine should include active time, opportunities to think and learn, and quiet periods when she can decompress without being disturbed.
Building Trust With Misty
Misty needs someone who understands that a dog’s trust cannot be demanded. It must be earned through consistent, safe, and predictable experiences.
When she becomes frightened or overwhelmed, she may guard herself or nip. Her adopter should learn to recognize the earlier signs that she is uncomfortable so the situation can be changed before she feels the need to escalate.
Possible signs of stress may include:
Turning or moving away
Freezing
Avoiding eye contact
Lip licking or yawning
Lowering her body
Becoming unusually still
Tucking her tail
Showing the whites of her eyes
Refusing food she would normally accept
Becoming increasingly restless or vigilant
Not every dog displays discomfort in exactly the same way. Misty’s adopter should learn her individual signals and respond by giving her distance, reducing pressure, and helping her return to a calmer state.
She should never be punished for communicating fear. Punishment could increase her anxiety or suppress warning signals without addressing the underlying emotion.
A qualified reward-based trainer or veterinary behavior professional could help Misty’s family create a thoughtful plan for confidence building, cooperative care, and safe household management.
A Home Without Young Children
Misty is not a good match for a home with small or young children. Children can be unpredictable, move quickly, make sudden noises, and unintentionally ignore a dog’s need for space.
Because Misty may nip when frightened or overwhelmed, she needs a household where everyone can consistently understand and respect her boundaries.
A calm adult-only home may be the safest fit. If New Chances Humane Society considers a family with older children, those children should be mature, dog-savvy, and able to follow clear rules around interaction.
Misty should always have a comfortable retreat where she can rest without being approached, touched, or disturbed.
Training and Daily Life
Misty is house-trained, intelligent, food-motivated, and eager to learn. These qualities can make positive training especially rewarding.
Her adopter should focus on skills that help her feel safe and navigate daily life successfully, including:
Responding to her name
Coming when called
Walking politely on a leash
Relaxing on a bed or mat
Moving away from a situation when asked
Waiting at doors
Trading or dropping objects
Cooperative handling
Remaining calm around common household activity
Choosing distance instead of reacting when uncomfortable
Training sessions should be short, enjoyable, and appropriate for her emotional state. Food rewards can help her learn new behaviors and create positive associations, but she should never be lured or pressured into a situation that frightens her.
Predictability will also be important. A dependable schedule for meals, exercise, training, and rest can help Misty understand what to expect and reduce unnecessary stress.
Other Animals
Misty’s current listing does not confirm whether she can live with dogs, cats, or other animals.
Families with pets should speak directly with New Chances Humane Society about any evaluations or interactions the shelter has observed. If the shelter believes a resident dog could be compatible, introductions should be carefully managed on neutral ground.
No assumptions should be made about Misty’s compatibility based only on her breed, energy level, or behavior around humans.
Misty’s Health
Misty is spayed, current on her vaccinations, and physically healed from the burns she suffered as a puppy.
Her adopter should request her complete veterinary history and speak with a veterinarian about the long-term care of the scarred skin across her back. Areas without normal fur coverage may require protection or monitoring for irritation, injury, temperature sensitivity, or sun exposure.
Her family should ask the shelter and veterinarian:
Whether the scar requires routine moisturizing or treatment
Whether the area is sensitive to touch
How it should be protected from sunlight
Whether clothing or harnesses could irritate the skin
What changes would require veterinary attention
Whether future skin complications are expected
Misty should receive routine wellness examinations, vaccinations, parasite prevention, dental care, appropriate nutrition, and any additional treatment recommended by her veterinary team.
Misty’s Ideal Home
Misty needs someone who will accept both the joyful and challenging parts of her personality. She is not a perfectly polished dog, but she is a smart, loving survivor with enormous potential.
Her ideal family will provide:
A home without young children
Patient, experienced handling
Consistent, reward-based training
Respect for her boundaries and communication
Plenty of physical exercise
Daily mental stimulation and enrichment
Safe outlets for running and playing with balls
A calm place where she can decompress
A predictable household routine
Professional behavioral support when needed
Appropriate care for the scarred skin on her back
Time to build trust without pressure
A lifelong commitment to her safety and well-being
Misty needs a person willing to look beyond the scar across her back and recognize the remarkable dog underneath it.
She has already survived the fire, painful injuries, and a long healing process. With patience, consistency, and compassionate guidance, Misty can finally learn that she is safe—and that the life ahead of her can be filled with play, adventure, trust, and love.
