Beaumont, affectionately called Beau, has always been a little different. Naturally shy, this sweet boy isn't the boisterous, eager-to-please type that many expect; instead, he observes the world cautiously, choosing his moments to engage. Like humans, dogs have personalities as unique as snowflakes; for Beau, it's his gentle, reserved nature that sets him apart. When Beau moved to his second foster home here at CVRR, he was understandably wary. He loved his first foster family (where he'd landed with his siblings) and interacted well, but we wanted to find individual homes for each littermate to help them blossom.  Once in his new foster home, he spent his first few days hiding, trying to make sense of his new surroundings. Patience became the bridge between his fear and trust. For three weeks, his new foster mom let him observe, never forcing him to engage. When that magical day came when Beau walked through the door on his own, it felt like a quiet triumph, and since then, he's blossomed in small, profound ways. He finds comfort in routine, trots happily into the basement at night to sleep, and spends his days hoarding treasures from the yard (sticks, toys, even a rogue plastic pot), guarding them with the innocence of a child.  Beau needs someone who understands that love isn't rushed, but rather earned. With the help of a confident dog companion and patient humans, he'll continue to grow. He doesn't demand much, but when he trusts you, the wag of his tail and the softness in his gaze are enough to light up the room. In Beau's world, love is quiet, steady, and infinitely rewarding. *His adoption fee is $200.