Scottie, Scottish Terrier puppies and dogs in British Columbia

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URGENT! Due to a new law enacted in my country, the rescuers can't retain the refuge, so all us dogs need homes before the end of the year. Please help. Hello. I am Fluffy and here is some info about me:Breed: Scottish Terrier/Poodle (It is also possible I may be a Schnauzer/Poodle)Age: 3 yrsGender: FemaleWeight: 27 lbs (12 kg)Height: 15 inches (38 cm)Country of Origin: Republic of GeorgiaHighlights: fearful, passive, gentle, shy, curious, funny, contemplative You will often find me lying off a ways in contemplative thoughts, just observing things around me. Maybe I'd make a good yoga dog--?I used to wander the streets entirely alone, struggling to survive. Every time my rescuers came near to feed us dogs, a pack of dogs would emerge and chase me away. This prevented me from getting the nourishment I desperately needed. Once the other dogs had eaten, rescuers would search for me, typically finding me trembling under a car. They'd place food down, but I refused to eat with them watching.One day, I fled into a fountain pond to escape from the other dogs, only to have a large alpha dog try to drown me by pressing me down into the water. She was relentless, biting at my throat. My rescuers, witnessing this, knew my life was in grave danger. Intervening just in time, they managed to scoop me from the water and fend off the attacking dog. Thankfully, I bore no evident wounds and the vet confirmed I hadn’t suffered serious physical injuries. I was terrified to the point of catatonia (a neuropsychiatric syndrome that causes mobility complications) though, just limp in their arms.Being in dire need of care and comfort, as my hair was matted, stinky and filthy. My trauma has created challenges, since I become paralyzed with fear. I still squeal when approached. I become paralyzed with complacency when you pick me up. I have a long emotional healing journey ahead of me, but if you are willing to give me the time and love, I know I will come around to being the loving, happy dog I should be.I love calm and peaceful environments, basking in the sun or shade, watching activity from the balcony or window sill, but never joining in playing with the other refuge dogs.  I pretty much fly solo and a home without a child or other pet would be best suited for me.Since I fear being attacked by others (large or small dogs) if approached by them, I will squeal, run and hide. It’s important I have hiding places to retreat to - a covered crate or a high place works. Until I gain trust, I might not eat if you watch me. Some of my food loves are chicken, sardines and cheese, and any kind of treats.  Hand-feeding me with these irresistable delectables would probably speed the process of bonding, then I'd be up for long hours of snuggling in your arms. I'm totally chill about getting trimmed, as you can see in my video.Currently, I am receiving calming homeopathic medicine or CBD chews while awaiting more comprehensive care. Are you the loving human willing to help me break out of my shell? Energy Level: lowI get along with:Dogs: yes, if very placid or oldCats: unknownKids: unknown Fears: Thunderstorms, fireworks, aggressive or boisterous dogs.Training: house and starting leashLeash skills: just beginningHouse trained: Yes. Health notes: I need trimming (~ every 6 weeks), especially under my tail. I have PTSD, so a calming aid is recommended. I have been spayed/neutered, vaccinated and microchipped.My adoption fee is $700.00 CAD plus applicable taxes. This includes my transportation to Canada, if I am able to be accompanied by a flight volunteer directly to Vancouver. Disclaimer: It is important for all applicants to visit our website, http://www.lovedatlastdogrescue.ca/adopting/ and read about Loved at Last Dog Rescue.Information included in the profile is provided to us from the international rescuer or local fosters. LALDR does not have access to overseas dogs and cannot always verify the accuracy of their descriptions. Every dog is an individual and can act differently in different situations based on the person adopting them and the environment in which they live. Please Note: LALDR highly encourages adopters to research some local dog trainers before their dog arrives. Although a 1-on-1 trainer is often not needed, it is good to have someone in mind in case any problematic behaviours arise. Most bad behaviours can be modified if caught early enough, so make sure to nip undesirable behaviours in the bud before they become serious problems.Basic training should be taken seriously, but should not begin until your dog is well settled in - at least a couple of weeks. After you feel your new dog is relaxed and comfortable in their new home, check out training courses in your local area. Even basic beginner courses like those taught at a local pet store can have a huge benefit in helping your dog learn to socialize and get used to being in public situations, all with the added benefit of strengthening their bond with you. While most dogs find escorting passengers flying directly to Vancouver, some will find flights through Toronto or  Montreal. In that case, additional fees will apply to fly your dog to Vancouver by cargo. Unaccompanied cargo costs within Canada range from $350 - $550 depending on the size of the dog. LALDR will be as transparent as possible with you regarding these costs. The age and breed of a dog is usually an educated guess, so we are not able to guarantee the accuracy of age or breed of our dogs. Normally, we will not approve adoptions to homes with children under 12 years of age. However if a dog has been determined to be good with children we will approve applicants with children 8 years or older. More information can be found on our website. [MID-EAST] *Vaccinations: Dogs from the Middle East are vaccinated for rabies, parvo, distemper, leptospirosis, adenovirus type 1 and para-influenza. Bordetella is not given, as that has not been a problem in the Middle East. [TURKEY] *Dogs receive 4D SNAP tests - which include: Heartworm, Ehrlichiosis, Leishmania and Anaplasmosis. ##2095603##