My name is Biff!

Posted 1 week ago | Updated 2 days ago

Cared for by Vancouver Animal Shelter

Adoption process

Submit Application

Approve Application

Visit the Facility and Find a Pet

Adoption fee: $114

This helps Vancouver Animal Shelter with pet care costs.

My basic info

Breed

Cane Corso/English Bulldog

Color

Merle

Age

3 years old, Young

Size

Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg) (when grown)

Weight

85 lbs (current)

Sex

Male

Pet ID

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My details

Good with kids

Good with dogs

Needs experienced adopter

Shots current

Spayed / Neutered

Housetrained

Has special needs

My personality

My story

Here's what the humans have to say about me:

Oh Biff. What a big ham you are!!

Biff was found tied to a pole here in Vancouver next to a bowl of water. We are not sure what his story is but it is evident he was not wanted. He is the biggest, kindest, friendliest dog ever and he is quickly becoming a staff favorite.
Biff has some ongoing health issues that will likely need lifelong treatment for. He has severe food allergies and is being treated for skin and nail bed infections due to the allergic response he has been suffering. He has now been neutered and is on a refeeding regiment as he was quite underweight. He is currently 85 lbs and could still use some more pounds. He is also not the most well put together dog but what he lacks for in structure, he makes up for in temperament!! He is a LOVE!
Biff is great with every person and dog he has met so far and displays absolutely no aggressive or reactive behaviors.
It appears he may have been mistreated in his previous home as he is head shy and will cower when objects are held up in the air. He walks VERY well on leash. He stays with you and watches you if you have treats. He looks to his handler for reassurance when something looks a bit scary and is very easily persuaded that everything is fine if you tell him so. He is a big scavenger so you do need to watch that he won't eat trash or anything resembling food when you are with him. He is a calmer dog but definitely enjoys going for his walks. Biff is a big boy and due to his size and past abuse, we feel he would be best suited for adults but may be ok with older children/teenagers.

Please note: Due to ongoing health issues, fee is reduced. This dog will most likely need ongoing veterinary care for his lifetime.

Other Dogs : Yes
Cats: Don't know
Kids: Yes, maybe 10+
Apartment: yes
Walks: Yes please!
New People: No issues

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At City of Vancouver Animal Services, we have a foster-to-adopt program whereby prospective new owners foster the adoptable animal for 21 days before committing to adoption. This ensures that both the new owner and the adoptable animal are well suited to each other.

Adoption Fee $114
Includes:
-Spay/Neuter
-First set of shots
-One vet visit
-Microchip
-Bag of food

If you live in Vancouver, you will also need to buy a dog license.

Contact:
animal.shelter@vancouver.ca

Shelter

Vancouver Animal Shelter

Contact info

Pet ID

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Contact

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Phone

(604) 873-7000

animal.shelter@vancouver.ca

Website

https://vancouver.ca/adopt

Address

1280 Raymur Avenue, Vancouver, BC V6A 3L8

Donation

We gratefully accept monetary donations, as well as donations of supplies for dogs and small animals. Monetary donations are used to help pay for veterinary care and supplies, particularly for stray animals that have extraordinary medical issues that must be treated before they are ready to be adopted. Tax receipts are issued for donations of $20 or more. How to make a monetary donation: -Cheques payable to “City of Vancouver” can be mailed to: Animal Shelter, 1280 Raymur Avenue, Vancouver V6A 3L8 -Call 311 and ask to be transferred to Animal Services to pay by credit card -Email your name and phone number to animal.services@vancouver.ca We will phone you to request your credit card details. If you let us know a convenient time to call, we’ll do our best to call you then. -Visit Animal Services at 1280 Raymur Avenue We accept cash, cheque, debit or credit card

Their adoption process

1.
Submit Application

2.
Approve Application

3.
Visit the Facility and Find a Pet

Additional adoption info

Review your application based on what's best for your family and the pet you want to adopt, rather than on a first-come, first-served basis.

Go meet their pets

Please email animal.shelter@vancouver.ca to schedule an appointment to meet with us.

More about this shelter

Want to adopt a pet and give them a forever home? We're thrilled! Our pro-adoption shelter places 200 to 300 dogs and small animals every year with families and homes that best meet the needs of the animals.

We have dogs of all ages, from newborn puppies to senior dogs. While puppies are popular, older dogs can be great pets, too. They are smart and grateful companions that won't leave you with puppy puddles or chewed-up slippers. Why not enrich your life and that of an older dog?

We also adopt out small animals including rabbits, hamsters, birds, rats, guinea pigs, and sometimes reptiles.