Hi my name is Benji. I am a ten-year-old Australian Shepherd with a ton of life, energy and love to give. I was rescued nine years ago. When my family brought me home they began to see I had issues socializing and had clearly been through something that they were not aware of. They hired trainers and even a dog psychologist for me and all of them told my parents that I was a lost cause. Then came my favorite person, Michelle from Trail Dogs. She saw the real me and knew that with the right encouragement, I would blossom to be the beautiful dog that I am today. It wasn't the easiest road but now, 3 years later, I have worked my butt off to become the best dog I can be. I went from not being able to walk by a fence with dogs behind it, to being able to enjoy hikes with a pack of dogs! I have so much potential and I am SO smart; you can teach me anything!! The catch is, I’ve only been able to do this with Michelle. Nobody else has put the time, work or effort in needed for me to succeed. Unfortunately my family didn't put the work or any effort in so while I did GREAT with Michelle, I defaulted to my old behaviors at home. They decided they didn’t want me anymore and they gave Michelle only 3 days to find me a place to go or they were going to euthanize me. Luckily she didn’t let that happen, & found me a temporary foster family. She then found me a forever home....but unfortunately they weren’t up to the task of working through my issues and giving me a chance (even though through extensive conversation, vetting & transparency they claimed they were), so they returned me after only 7 days. All of these changes and moves have been really hard on me and I really just need a place that will accept me for who I am and let me live out my days comfortably. Now I am on borrowed time. I HAVE TO BE OUT OF WHERE I AM STAYING BY THIS THURSDAY - 2/22. Michelle found me a sanctuary for aggressive/difficult dogs that cannot be placed!! They even have a few Aussies just like me!! I can stay here for the rest of my life and get everything I’ve ever needed and hoped for. The cost is $5000. Please help save me. I am a really great guy with a ton of potential. I need to be with someone that understands my needs and can provide me with structure and boundaries. Brandon Fouche’s dog sanctuary is without a doubt my best bet and they are willing to give me a forever home. PLEASE HELP - DONATE, SHARE. THANK YOU.