Meet Lucky: From Fearful to Fearless

Some dogs are born to work, but not all start with the confidence to do so.

Meet Lucky.

This beautiful Golden mix from Indianapolis arrived with an unspoken past, carrying the weight of some unknown trauma. Fearful and uncertain, she shied away from the world, as if waiting for something—or someone—to show her she was safe.

And then, she found her person.

From the moment Lucky entered our program, we saw a spark—a quiet resilience hidden beneath her hesitation. With the right handler, patience, and a whole lot of love, she has transformed before our eyes. What was once a timid, wary soul is now a confident, driven working dog who absolutely loves her job.

Lucky doesn’t just enter a room—she lights it up. Her sweetness is undeniable, but it’s her natural talent for scent detection that truly sets her apart. She has gone from fearing everything to mastering the art of the search, proving that with the right support, even the most uncertain beginnings can lead to incredible futures.

Her name couldn’t be more fitting—because we’re the lucky ones to have found such a gem of a dog.

Today, Lucky proudly serves with the Tipton County Sheriff's Department as a narcotics detection, tracking, and article detection K9, proving that second chances can lead to extraordinary futures.

A huge thank you to Travis Sims, Chairman of our Redemption Ranch K9 board members, and Alicia Coy Sims, who, with zero heads-up and zero hesitation, opened their hearts and home to foster Lucky when she needed it most. This journey wouldn’t have been possible without you!