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My basic info
Breed
Labrador Retriever
Color
Tan/Yellow/Fawn
Age
7 years 9 months old, Adult
Size
Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg) (when grown)
Weight
–
Sex
Male
Pet ID
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My details
Good with kids
Good with dogs
Good with cats
Shots current
Spayed / Neutered
Housetrained
My story
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Here's what the humans have to say about me:
One of the most special things about dogs like Vingie is that when shown compassion, patience and clear direction, with time, they become the most loyal, trusting and loving dogs you can ever have. By ‘dogs like Vingie’ I mean dogs that have suffered from unimaginable cruelty and abuse inflicted by humans. And yet these dogs are still capable of learning to put it all behind them and start trusting and loving beyond measure.
His foster dad describes him as a very sweet and affectionate boy, who loves spending time at home in his company although he is starting to feel safe and actually enjoy the outdoors. He says that “...He’s very calm in the house and walks well on the leash. No pulling. It’s taken him a bit of time but he does like the other dogs and is starting to play with them. He’s good on car rides.“
His Egyptian rescuer describes him as a prince. She said “...he is a prince in how he acts ..charlie (his brother) would go out and get back all dirty ..but Vingie would come back clean. He loves to stay next to you and just to be around you.”
Vingie together with his other siblings was born in a factory grounds in Egypt where one of the factory workers was keeping an eye on the mom and the babies by feeding the mom and ensuring she consumes enough nutrients to feed the babies.
One morning, however the mom and all but two puppies were found dead; the puppies that were alive were in a bad shape with scrapes and open wounds.
The security cameras showed the security guards brutally killing the mom and the puppies, and using the other two like footballs.
I am looking for a calm, gentle and patient family; one that would give enough time and patience as well as clear guidance and praise when appropriate to continue helping Vingie love life.
He sure is a special dog and without a doubt the lucky family that will end up adopting him, many,many years from now will be saying that Vingie was the best dog they had ever had.
Vingie is fostered by Furry Family Animal Rescue in Toronto
He is neutered, UTD and approx. 50 lbs.
He is 3 years old.
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