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Dwight

Bluetick Coonhound

Male, Puppy
Drumbo, ON
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
**IF THIS LISTING IS STILL POSTED THIS DOG IS STILL AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION. NO NEED TO EMAIL ASKING IF THE DOG IS AVAILABLE. PLEASE READ THROUGH THIS BIO THOROUGHLY AS INFORMATION ON HOW TO APPLY IS CONTAINED IN THIS LISTING** For Adoption: Dwight! Please read our dog bios carefully to be sure that the dog you are applying for suits your family and lifestyle. We at PDR believe in the benefits of post-adoption training for our dogs and their families. This allows for continued socialization, learning and helps to create a well-mannered and balanced dog. Post-adoption training is a requirement in our adoption process. To apply for adoption and for more information on our process and requirements, visit our website at https://pounddog.ca/adoption-info/. Let me introduce you to this handsome devil – Dwight! Dwight is an approximately 7 month old Bluetick Coonhound and he has some of the most beautiful markings that I have ever seen on this breed. He has a very smooth and short coat and his body is a mix of black and blue tick markings. The tops of his legs are blue ticked and blends beautifully into red tick on the lower portion of all of his legs. His face has the beautiful black and tan colourings, and his eyes are beautiful brown and forever energetic. Dwight currently weighs about 54 lbs and we expect that he will be closer to 65lbs once he is fully grown and filled out. Dwight has the longest and silkiest soft ears that you could just sit and rub for hours, and he will let you, he loves his human affection, especially when you are petting his head and ears. Dwight was originally found roaming around with his sister and were picked up by the local pound, from there they were both lucky enough to land a foster spot with Pound Dog Rescue! From the moment we brought Dwight into our home he has been a very happy go lucky puppy with a major zest for life. You would never know that he was abandoned and spent time in a pound, because this guy is just so happy all the time. Dwight is always looking for an adventure and going out for walks is his favourite time of the day! Dwight loves to be out on the town to see all the sights and sniff all the smells, Dwight also thinks that everybody should be his friend! Dwight is what we call a pretty boy, and anyone who has owned a hound knows exactly what I mean! Dwight is living in a home with adults and teens, big dogs and little dogs, old dogs and young dogs, and a cat. Dwight loved all the humans in the household immediately, he is very much a people pleaser and loves the attention and affection that he receives from his humans. That being said, Dwight is large and still a puppy and will be in his puppy stage for at least another 18 months, given his size and excitability I’m recommending a home where kids are aged 10+ up and who understand proper play and boundaries with dogs. When it comes to the dogs Dwight will try to get anyone to play with him, he loves a good game of tug of war, keep away and chase, and don’t forget the wrestling! Dwight has been very patient when playing with the smaller dogs in the home and is fairly respectable of his size in comparison to them. When it comes to the older dogs, Dwight will still try to initiate play even if they have expressed that they are not interested. We do sometimes need to step in to remind him that he’s not welcome to do as he pleases. We would recommend a home with another younger playful dog for him to spend time with, or he would also be more than happy to be an only dog! Dwight does have a cat in his foster home, and I will ask that his forever home does not have a cat in it. He has shown a very high prey drive as is expected with his breed and he will not hesitate to give chase if given the opportunity. As mentioned, Dwight loves to go on his daily walks. He is currently being walked using a gentle leader head halter while we help him to understand leash respect. He is doing very well using this tool and his walks are very enjoyable. Dwight has the most precious prance when he walks, it’s mesmerizing to watch him! Dwight loves to see other dogs and people while we are out on our walks, as I said before, he thinks everyone should be his friend. When it comes to seeing wildlife on our walks Dwight gets very excited. We have been working on him maintaining leash respect when he sees wildlife and he has been improving each day. Continued walks in his forever home will ensure that he continues to develop good walking habits and leads his best life. When it comes to training, we are looking for a family who is committed to advanced levels of obedience and not just doing the required basic obedience and leaving it at that. Training is a lifelong commitment and while training hounds can be very rewarding, you must understand that hounds are a very stubborn breed to train and patience is key. We are hoping to find someone with hound experience for Dwight’s forever home. He is picking up on house manners beautifully and is really starting to understand what is expected of him in the home, he is learning to come when we call his name, and is learning that he needs to sit before he can go through doors. Dwight is a working/athletic breed dog, and with that comes the responsibility to ensure that he is getting enough physical and mental exercise. Dwight is not suited for a home where someone will just take him for one or two short walks a day, he requires much more engagement than that to ensure that he can be his best self and not become destructive in the home. Dwight would likely thrive with a family member who wants to participate in cani-cross or are runners, or regular hikers. He is a very outdoorsy dog and his people will need to be active, outdoorsy people too. Dwight has been working very hard on his housetraining and is doing exceptionally well. It’s important that his humans work with him to make sure that he is doing his business outside and are praising him for this when he does. Dwight has had a few accidents while with us, but I fully attribute these to our human error in not giving him enough time to finish his business outside. Dwight has been on a few car rides while with us, he has been tethered in the backseat, as well as in a crate in the back seat. There has only been one car ride where Dwight has been vocal, otherwise he will happily lay down and enjoy the drive. Dwight is crate trained and goes into his crate for all of his meals, when we go to bed, and when the humans leave for the day. Dwight does not love his crate yet, but we are working on making the crate a safe place for him where he can feel safe and enjoy. Dwight is vocal in his crate initially and it will take him a bit of time to settle down and become quiet. When we go to bed it’s only about 15 minutes before he calms and quiets down. When we leave for work, it is also about 15 minutes and as long as there are no disturbances in the home, he will soundly sleep otherwise. Given that Dwight can be very vocal in his crate, we are looking for a detached home for him where there are no concerns that he will bug any neighbours. Dwight would definitely love his forever home to have a fully fenced , large secure yard that he could play in. Dwight is looking for his forever person/home where someone has time to dedicate to him becoming the best dog he can be through lots of exercise and training. He’s looking for a home where he is the only dog, or where he has another young playful dog to keep him company. He requires a detached home with a secure fenced yard. Dwight is a very loving, happy go lucky boy who is just looking for someone to please. If you think you can provide Dwight with the forever home that he is looking for, then I urge you to apply for him now! Name: Dwight ID # PDR2105 Age: 7mths Gender: male Neutered: yes UTD vaccines: yes Breed: Bluetick Coonhound Coat length: short House trained: yes Special needs: no OK with kids: older OK with cats: no Ok with dogs: yes Status: adoptable Microchip: yes Size: large Location: Plattsville Adoption fee: $900
We'll also keep you updated on Caleb's adoption status with email updates.
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Caleb

Labrador Retriever Hound (Unknown Type)

Male, Young
Drumbo, ON
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
I am delighted to introduce Caleb a 9 month old Lab/Hound mix. Caleb came to our rescue from a local pound with a leg injury that has since healed. Caleb is a very handsome pup with very soft beige markings that don’t show up in his photos. He is currently 24 kilograms or 53 pounds and about full grown. He is an energetic and playful boy who requires a lot of exercise and mental stimulation. We go on multiple walks each day with a total of at least 6 km daily. Several times a week we go to local conservation areas for a 5 km hike and on those days we may reach 9 or 10 km in total. I believe Caleb would be a good candidate for agility training in the future once his basic obedience classes are finished. Best advice I was given is that a well behaved puppy is a tired puppy. Caleb no longer follows me as my shadow and is happy to relax on his own in another room while I’m busy elsewhere. He spends much of his time in the living room where he has taken over the couch as his favourite go to place. Caleb quickly learned the sit command and automatically sits to have his lead put on for our walks and also when we return home. We have an after walk routine which he loves. Once his leash is off he goes to the couch and wiggles himself silly until I come to give him tummy rubs which he loves. He can get excited and try to mouth me so I always have a toy for him to chew on instead. The sit command calms him down. Caleb enjoys snuggling in beside me on the couch. He thrives on affection and praise. When I go on my yoga mat for my practice Caleb thinks I’m fair game for play and will snuggle into my butt while I do leg lifts or drive me crazy with his squeaky toy trying to distract me and play with him. I have had several different people over to visit. Once Caleb greets them gently he curls up on the nearby couch or will lie under the card table with his head on one person’s feet and his butt on someone else. Most people are amazed to learn he’s still a puppy because he is so calm and gentle. He loves people and welcomes visitors. In the house Caleb is pretty good on the recall command . I have taken him on a 50 foot long line to a green space nearby so he can get in some running. His recall can be comical as he comes running full speed and doesn’t always stop in time. I have to do a quick side step so he doesn’t run into me. It’s a work in progress. Caleb loves being outdoors and he spends time on a 30 foot long line in my backyard since I don’t have a fenced in yard. He is content to observe, chew his toys and explore while I work in the garden nearby. In the morning when I open his crate Caleb does a big stretch and then waits for an all over body rub before heading to the kitchen for a treat puzzle and waits for me to get my shoes on to go for our first walk of the day. He is very patient and once he sees I’m ready he comes over to get his lead put on. At the writing of this bio Caleb has been with me for a few months and has made amazing progress. He is a very intelligent puppy who is quick to learn. I have trained Caleb on the gentle leader because of his size and strength, but he rarely pulls when walking unless he catches a scent he really wants to follow . I was expecting him to pull when he encountered bunnies, squirrels and chipmunks but he just stops and watches them until they disappear and then he continues on his walk. Caleb spotted a baby toad on the road one night and was fascinated. He gently nudged it with his nose and it did a little hop forward. Caleb continued this gentle play for several minutes before we resumed our walk. Caleb is a very social puppy who loves to meet both people and other dogs.. He is very gentle with these encounters and is a bit sad when I won’t let him meet everyone on our walks. He automatically sits patiently when others approach hoping I’ll let him meet. This is something he learned to do all by himself. Because he’s a big puppy he can seem a bit intimidating to little dogs so we usually meet at a 3 foot distance. Caleb recently met my neighbours 2 cats in a friendly manner. He has no problem with cars passing by but large trucks and the back up noise made by the garbage truck startled him. Caleb is being fostered in a small rural community with nearby green spaces for his walks. Caleb settles well in my suv on a tether. If there’s a passenger in the back seat he’ll snuggle into them looking for a treat. When I put the rear window wiper on it startled him and he barked at it. Caleb is highly food motivated. Unless he’s being rewarded for obedience training sessions he has to work for his treats. He was quick to solve a level 1 and 2 treat puzzle and I have had to go to a higher level to stimulate his brain. Caleb can be a counter surfer so all food needs to be kept out of his reach. He is a bottomless pit with a healthy appetite just like any growing puppy. During the day when it’s getting near meal time Caleb will sometimes sit and look longingly at the kitchen counter where his treat and kibble containers are kept hoping I’ll give in. Caleb drinks a lot and should have access to the outdoors for a bathroom break every 4 hours or so. He does hold for 8 hours overnight. Caleb likes his human to be home more than away. He rarely barks or whines unless I leave the house. He is crated when I leave the house and he will whine for a few minutes when I first leave and then remains quiet until my return. I have checked with my neighbours to verify this. Caleb may regress when he moves to his forever home but with patience and time it can be overcome. Because of this Caleb would not be suitable for an apartment or condo where he would disturb neighbours. Caleb goes into his crate willingly with a treat and sleeps quietly through the night. He will sometimes wander into his crate during the day to see if he’s left a treat behind. Caleb is a wonderful pup full of love, energy and a sweet gentle nature. He is looking for a home preferably with a fenced in yard where he can free play and run to work off his high energy. His family needs to be outdoor oriented and willing to spend the time walking and hiking that this puppy needs. He would be fine with older children, over 6yrs of age, who would enjoy teaching Caleb how to play fetch. Caleb shouldn’t be left on his own for a full workday and would benefit from someone who worked from home or a family with alternate schedules so someone is home more often. Caleb is looking for a family who has the time and energy to help this sweet puppy reach his full potential. If you’re that family please consider Caleb. He’s so worth it. Name: Caleb ID # PDR2094 Age: 7mths Gender: male Neutered: yes UTD vaccines: yes Breed: Lab/Hound Colours: white and tan Coat length: short House trained: yes Special needs: no OK with kids: older OK with cats: yes Ok with dogs: yes Status: adoptable Microchip: yes Size: large Location: Freelton Adoption fee: $900
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Nadja

Husky

Female, Puppy
Drumbo, ON
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
For Adoption: Nadja! Please read our dog bios carefully to be sure that the dog you are applying for suits your family and lifestyle. We at PDR believe in the benefits of post-adoption training for our dogs and their families. This allows for continued socialization, learning and helps to create a well-mannered and balanced dog. Post-adoption training is a requirement in our adoption process. To apply for adoption and for more information on our process and requirements, visit our website at https://pounddog.ca/adoption-info/. Nadja is a 4-month-old Husky-Collie mix weighing about 20 pounds. She is still a puppy and will grow into her frame as she matures. Her coat is a beautiful blend of brown and black, with classic husky markings, a stripe of black down her back and a charming little black spot on her tail. Nadja’s oversized, floppy ears are adorable soft and awkward right now, but she will grow into them along with the rest of her puppy quirks. Her name, inspired by the show What We Do in the Shadows, suits her mischievous puppy antics, especially her playful nipping—a typical trait for a teething pup. Nadja’s journey began in northern Manitoba before Save a Dog Network Canada and Pound Dog Rescue stepped in to change her life. Now thriving in a loving foster home, she’s blossomed into a smart, energetic, and affectionate puppy who is ready to find her forever family. Nadja is quick to learn and adapt. She settled into her foster home within a few days and loves her daily routine. True to her husky nature, she’s energetic, playful, and always on the hunt for her next favourite toy. Her love for toys turns the living room into a puppy playground! She shares her foster home with two older dogs, whom she adores, though she’s still learning when to give them space. She also lives with a dog-savvy cat, but she occasionally needs reminders that the cat prefers quiet over playtime. Nadja would thrive in an active household, ideally with another playful dog or as the center of attention. She’d do well with children aged 8 and up who can participate in her training and exercise. A fully fenced yard would be ideal for her zoomies and daily energy bursts. She would require a detached home as typical to her breed she can be vocal at times. Nadja is highly food-motivated and responds well to positive reinforcement. She knows basic commands like “sit” and happily goes into her crate for naps when asked (especially if treats are involved). She can be a bit of a husky drama queen at times—her crate theatrics are entertaining but short-lived. She is crate trained and uses her crate when we arent at home and at night. As a puppy she requires a home where someone can let her out throughout the day, a full workday away wont suit a puppies need for a potty break midday. Anyone who is work from home, opposite shifts, early retirement, or able to come home on the lunch hour would be suitable. Nadja loves using her brain and would excel in training classes. She’s already making progress with leash manners but still pulls occasionally, especially when she spots a squirrel. With consistent training and patience, she’ll improve even more. While Nadja is confident and friendly with people and dogs, car rides are a work in progress. She tends to get car sick, so we avoid feeding her close to travel times and uses a crate during rides to keep her comfortable. Then with bath time, she’s not a fan of them just yet, but we are working on making the experience more positive for her. Nadja is fully house-trained and quickly learned to signal when she needs to go outside. She’s a kitchen companion too—often found sitting at my feet while meals are being prepared or quietly observing from a cozy spot nearby. Nadja is a stunning pup with a big personality and an even bigger heart. She’s playful, curious, and guaranteed to bring endless laughter and love to her forever home. If you’re a husky enthusiast seeking an energetic and affectionate companion, Nadja might just be your perfect match. Her journey has only just begun, and she’s ready to share her life and adventures with a family who will cherish her as much as she will adore them. Name: Nadja ID # PDR2115 Age: 4mths Gender: female UTD vaccines: yes Breed: Husky X Colours: brown and cream Coat length: med House trained: yes Special needs: no OK with kids: older OK with cats: yes Ok with dogs: yes Status: adoptable Microchip: yes Size: large Location: Kitchener Adoption fee: $900
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Kiba

Pomeranian

Male, Puppy
Drumbo, ON
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
For Adoption: Kiba! Please read our dog bios carefully to be sure that the dog you are applying for suits your family and lifestyle. We at PDR believe in the benefits of post-adoption training for our dogs and their families. This allows for continued socialization, learning and helps to create a well-mannered and balanced dog. Post-adoption training is a requirement in our adoption process. To apply for adoption and for more information on our process and requirements, visit our website at https://pounddog.ca/adoption-info/. Hello my name is Kiba. I am a 5 1/2 month old black Pomeranian male puppy with a long white blaze on my chest and two partially white hind feet. I weigh in at approximately 5lbs. I’m just a little guy and I won’t get much bigger. My foster mom thinks I am absolutely beautiful inside and out so I am going to let her tell you all about me. We know that Kiba is really cute and he will certainly attract a lot of people with his sweetness, but please read his bio in detail and only apply for him if having read the bio and what we are looking for in a home/family for him, you are a great fit for him and vice versa. This lovely little boy was surrendered to a shelter in Quebec due to a change in the living conditions of his previous owner. If I could only use two words to describe this dog, they would be “pure joy”. Kiba has melted the hearts of everyone who has met him. He has even been able to convince some of my extended family, who are fearful of dogs to pet him and even pick him up and let him lick them in the face. Kiba loves all people, young and old from toddlers to the elderly. When with children, he is happy to jump into the fray and mayhem, and does not mind being kid handled. (Please note that due to his small size, his interactions with children should always be supervised as he could potentially get injured. ) He will even try to jump on the toboggan and go for a ride down the hill with the kids. He would be fine for a home with children over 7yrs of age that can be gentle with him. With the elderly Kiba is very gentle and is quite happy to sit quietly in someone’s lap to be petted. Kiba would be an excellent candidate for a therapy dog. Kiba is a very attentive dog and learns quickly. He is naturally agile, therefore would likely excel in dog sports such as agility and rally obedience. He is also quite goofy and so is fun to teach tricks like dance and crawl. Kiba is currently enrolled in level one obedience class. Within 24 hours of being in my care, Kiba learned the commands sit and down. He has since learned the commands wait, look at me, go on, crawl, off, and is understanding but still needs work on the come command and dance. Because he is so smart and loves to attend classes and learn new things we are only considering a person or family for Kiba who is truly invested in advanced dog school classes for him and have researched this and know the time and financial investment needed for quality dog training. He is so active and smart that if not trained and exercised to his full potential he will easily become frustrated and will be one of those yappy and snappy small dogs that no one enjoys. We want better for Kiba and want him to live up to his full potential. Kiba Is very outgoing dog and could easily be a contender for the worlds friendliest dog award. Kiba also loves other dogs and tries to engage them in play. Kiba is very good about not barking when he sees other dogs, however he has not yet learned proper dog etiquette and so will try and jump up on them regardless of their size. That being said, Kiba does get jealous if I am petting another dog and will try to intervene by jumping in the middle to get the petting. For this reason, if there were another dog in the home it would need to be a tolerant dog who will be gentle with a puppy as Kiba learns proper dog etiquette. Kiba does have a strong prey drive and will chase squirrels. It is currently unknown how he would react to cats. A dog savvy cat that won’t run from him will be fine but again, he will need to learn how to live appropriately with cats. Wanting a travel companion? Kiba travels quite well in his crate and pretty much makes himself at home wherever he goes. While he does not always enjoy the crate, he can be crated with minimal fuss. He sleeps in a crate at night, and is generally quiet through the night. Although due to his small size, and subsequent small bladder, he does like to get up early in the morning so he can get out for a pee. He will let you know he wants to go out by heading for the back door, but if you miss his cue, he may have an accident. If he is in his crate, he will bark or whine to let you know, he needs to go out. He is not an excessive barker, but does bark at strange noises until he figures out what they are or you tell him to stop. He is currently afraid of the vacuum, and we are working on desensitizing him. Anyone wanting to adopt Kiba, should be willing to brush/ comb Kiba daily as he has a thick and luxurious coat. This is an easy task as he will sit quietly in your lap while he is being combed and brushed. Care should be taken around the ears, as his soft silky fur mats up quickly. He is also easy to bathe and will tolerate the scary blow dryer if you feed him treats. He handles well when putting on his coat and when drying him off with a towel after his walk in the snow. Did I mention that Kiba absolutely loves the snow? And he will plow through it, poke his face in it and chase and eat snowballs. It should be noted that due to his small size he loses body heat quickly and can only tolerate being outside in the winter for short periods. Even with his coat on. He is very sensitive to salt and will cry if he gets salt on his feet. This little guy is the whole package. Lively and energetic outside, he will run and leap about with childlike glee on his long line, and is easy to walk on the short leash. He also enjoys being outside by himself in the yard where he will sniff about. In the house he is more than happy to play with the toys in his toy box (although he does occasionally steal paper or Kleenex to chew). And in the evenings he loves nothing more than to settle in on the couch with you and enjoy being cuddled or rubbed around the neck. Kiba’s ideal home would be one in which he is able to reach his full potential. As mentioned, he would excel in agility and/ or rally obedience or as a therapy dog where he could continue to bring joy to others. All of these endeavors take time invested in proper training and socialization so this is a big consideration. Your 1st year with him will be taken up with regular training classes, outings to tons of places to help grow his confidence, and ensuring he is exposed to all kinds of positive people, places and things to socialize him properly. He enjoys meeting people and adapts to new situations, so an active lifestyle would benefit him. He is not a dog that wants to be carried around in bags, he is an active dog and needs to be out on his own 4 feet, exploring and getting his energy out. Kiba would do well in a home where someone is home more than away, he will not be suitable for a home where everyone is gone for a full workday. He is tiny, and as such can be a trip hazard so he wont be a good fit for anyone with mobility issues who could fall easily. He is full of pep so needs more than a simple slow walk, this pup wants to move and run and have fun!! If you are interested in this pup please ensure that you tell us all about yourselves in the application and ensure that you cover why you would be the best fit for this great little dog!! Name: Kiba ID # PDR2118 Age: 5.5 mths Gender: male Neutered: yes UTD vaccines: yes Breed: Pomeranian Colours: black Coat length: med House trained: yes Special needs: no OK with kids: older OK with cats: yes Ok with dogs: yes Status: adoptable Microchip: yes Size: small Location: Guelph Adoption fee: $900
We'll also keep you updated on Kiba's adoption status with email updates.
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Kiba

Pomeranian

Male, Puppy
Drumbo, ON
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
For Adoption: Kiba! Please read our dog bios carefully to be sure that the dog you are applying for suits your family and lifestyle. We at PDR believe in the benefits of post-adoption training for our dogs and their families. This allows for continued socialization, learning and helps to create a well-mannered and balanced dog. Post-adoption training is a requirement in our adoption process. To apply for adoption and for more information on our process and requirements, visit our website at https://pounddog.ca/adoption-info/. Hello my name is Kiba. I am a 5 1/2 month old black Pomeranian male puppy with a long white blaze on my chest and two partially white hind feet. I weigh in at approximately 5lbs. I’m just a little guy and I won’t get much bigger. My foster mom thinks I am absolutely beautiful inside and out so I am going to let her tell you all about me. We know that Kiba is really cute and he will certainly attract a lot of people with his sweetness, but please read his bio in detail and only apply for him if having read the bio and what we are looking for in a home/family for him, you are a great fit for him and vice versa. This lovely little boy was surrendered to a shelter in Quebec due to a change in the living conditions of his previous owner. If I could only use two words to describe this dog, they would be “pure joy”. Kiba has melted the hearts of everyone who has met him. He has even been able to convince some of my extended family, who are fearful of dogs to pet him and even pick him up and let him lick them in the face. Kiba loves all people, young and old from toddlers to the elderly. When with children, he is happy to jump into the fray and mayhem, and does not mind being kid handled. (Please note that due to his small size, his interactions with children should always be supervised as he could potentially get injured. ) He will even try to jump on the toboggan and go for a ride down the hill with the kids. He would be fine for a home with children over 7yrs of age that can be gentle with him. With the elderly Kiba is very gentle and is quite happy to sit quietly in someone’s lap to be petted. Kiba would be an excellent candidate for a therapy dog. Kiba is a very attentive dog and learns quickly. He is naturally agile, therefore would likely excel in dog sports such as agility and rally obedience. He is also quite goofy and so is fun to teach tricks like dance and crawl. Kiba is currently enrolled in level one obedience class. Within 24 hours of being in my care, Kiba learned the commands sit and down. He has since learned the commands wait, look at me, go on, crawl, off, and is understanding but still needs work on the come command and dance. Because he is so smart and loves to attend classes and learn new things we are only considering a person or family for Kiba who is truly invested in advanced dog school classes for him and have researched this and know the time and financial investment needed for quality dog training. He is so active and smart that if not trained and exercised to his full potential he will easily become frustrated and will be one of those yappy and snappy small dogs that no one enjoys. We want better for Kiba and want him to live up to his full potential. Kiba Is very outgoing dog and could easily be a contender for the worlds friendliest dog award. Kiba also loves other dogs and tries to engage them in play. Kiba is very good about not barking when he sees other dogs, however he has not yet learned proper dog etiquette and so will try and jump up on them regardless of their size. That being said, Kiba does get jealous if I am petting another dog and will try to intervene by jumping in the middle to get the petting. For this reason, if there were another dog in the home it would need to be a tolerant dog who will be gentle with a puppy as Kiba learns proper dog etiquette. Kiba does have a strong prey drive and will chase squirrels. It is currently unknown how he would react to cats. A dog savvy cat that won’t run from him will be fine but again, he will need to learn how to live appropriately with cats. Wanting a travel companion? Kiba travels quite well in his crate and pretty much makes himself at home wherever he goes. While he does not always enjoy the crate, he can be crated with minimal fuss. He sleeps in a crate at night, and is generally quiet through the night. Although due to his small size, and subsequent small bladder, he does like to get up early in the morning so he can get out for a pee. He will let you know he wants to go out by heading for the back door, but if you miss his cue, he may have an accident. If he is in his crate, he will bark or whine to let you know, he needs to go out. He is not an excessive barker, but does bark at strange noises until he figures out what they are or you tell him to stop. He is currently afraid of the vacuum, and we are working on desensitizing him. Anyone wanting to adopt Kiba, should be willing to brush/ comb Kiba daily as he has a thick and luxurious coat. This is an easy task as he will sit quietly in your lap while he is being combed and brushed. Care should be taken around the ears, as his soft silky fur mats up quickly. He is also easy to bathe and will tolerate the scary blow dryer if you feed him treats. He handles well when putting on his coat and when drying him off with a towel after his walk in the snow. Did I mention that Kiba absolutely loves the snow? And he will plow through it, poke his face in it and chase and eat snowballs. It should be noted that due to his small size he loses body heat quickly and can only tolerate being outside in the winter for short periods. Even with his coat on. He is very sensitive to salt and will cry if he gets salt on his feet. This little guy is the whole package. Lively and energetic outside, he will run and leap about with childlike glee on his long line, and is easy to walk on the short leash. He also enjoys being outside by himself in the yard where he will sniff about. In the house he is more than happy to play with the toys in his toy box (although he does occasionally steal paper or Kleenex to chew). And in the evenings he loves nothing more than to settle in on the couch with you and enjoy being cuddled or rubbed around the neck. Kiba’s ideal home would be one in which he is able to reach his full potential. As mentioned, he would excel in agility and/ or rally obedience or as a therapy dog where he could continue to bring joy to others. All of these endeavors take time invested in proper training and socialization so this is a big consideration. Your 1st year with him will be taken up with regular training classes, outings to tons of places to help grow his confidence, and ensuring he is exposed to all kinds of positive people, places and things to socialize him properly. He enjoys meeting people and adapts to new situations, so an active lifestyle would benefit him. He is not a dog that wants to be carried around in bags, he is an active dog and needs to be out on his own 4 feet, exploring and getting his energy out. Kiba would do well in a home where someone is home more than away, he will not be suitable for a home where everyone is gone for a full workday. He is tiny, and as such can be a trip hazard so he wont be a good fit for anyone with mobility issues who could fall easily. He is full of pep so needs more than a simple slow walk, this pup wants to move and run and have fun!! If you are interested in this pup please ensure that you tell us all about yourselves in the application and ensure that you cover why you would be the best fit for this great little dog!! Name: Kiba ID # PDR2118 Age: 5.5 mths Gender: male Neutered: yes UTD vaccines: yes Breed: Pomeranian Colours: black Coat length: med House trained: yes Special needs: no OK with kids: older OK with cats: yes Ok with dogs: yes Status: adoptable Microchip: yes Size: small Location: Guelph Adoption fee: $900
We'll also keep you updated on Polar's adoption status with email updates.
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Polar

Labrador Retriever Husky

Female, Puppy
Cambridge, ON
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Polar | Female | 4.5 Months | Northern Mix Breed | Dogs: Yes | Cats: Yes | Kids: Yes Meet Polar! Polar, a lovable and playful pup from a remote Northern Ontario community, is ready to join your family! She has overcome a broken femoral head, and with veterinary monitoring, no surgery is currently needed. The rescue will cover future surgery costs if necessary down the road. Polar is a true love bug - an affectionate, friendly, gentle, and sweet companion who loves people and social interaction. She's highly food motivated, making training a breeze! This playful pup enjoys running around the house and yard, catching and throwing toys, and rolling and chasing balls. Ideally, Polar's family will be active, with time for play and exercise. She'll do well with families with children, provided they're gentle and patient. While not necessary, having a pet sibling for playtime would be beneficial, as Polar loves to play and stay engaged. In terms of training, Polar is crate trained, responding to the command "bed." She's mostly housebroken, with occasional accidents when we can’t get out out to potty fast enough when she wakes up in the morning. Consistency and patience will help her overcome this. At night, Polar sleeps comfortably in her crate, occasionally whining before settling. Polar is microchipped and current on age appropriate vaccinations. She is located in Oshawa, ON. Apply to adopt! https://forms.gle/ofwHk3KHzcVX92Ci6

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