This is my sisters dog, Livia. She was rescued from a puppy mill. Until she was adopted she had a very hard life, and still doesn’t trust strangers. My sister loves her unconditionally, and gets really angry when I say Livia looks like a rat-dog, so I won’t say that. My point is even if a dog seems damaged, it’s usually nothing a little love and patience can’t cure.

We are both always this freaked out by the outside world.
In case any of you are interested in adopting a rat terrier, a great rat terrier rescue site is: http://www.newrattitude.org/
Miranda’s Sister has the same kinda pooch! His name is Bob!!!