Hello everyone. My name is Riley and I've had quite the journey, but I'm ready to find my forever home! First here is a little info about me:
Breed: Terrier Mix
Age: 4 years
Gender: Male
Weight: 43 lb
Height: 53 cm
Highlight(s): Good with other dogs, rarely barks, no sign of separation anxiety and no escape tendency
My rescue story began in February 2022 when I was found caught in a hunting snare and injured. I had to have three toes amputated, but don't worry, I have no problem walking now. However, I'm a bit sensitive about my paws being touched.
I spent six months in my first foster home, where there was a cat and a Retriever. The cat didn't appreciate my chasing, so we had to be separated. But I got along great with the Retriever! Last July, I moved to a new foster home where I've been living with a small dog and a medium dog.
I can be a little shy around strangers, but I'll take treats from their hands. I prefer to be petted slowly until I feel comfortable, which usually takes about 3-4 days. Once I trust you, though, I'll show you my belly and cuddle up!
I generally get along well with other dogs. Sometimes, if a new dog is too energetic, I might want to avoid them. But overall, I have good feelings about other dogs. I'm more comfortable around dogs my size or smaller, and I'm not really interested in wrestling with them.
During walks, if I see a stray cat, I tend to chase after them. But if my handler redirects me, I'll follow their lead.
I have a moderate energy level and enjoy outdoor activities. After a nice walk, I like to rest and relax at home. Going for walks is one of my favorite things, and I'm leash-trained. I feel more confident in quiet areas, but I'm slowly getting used to urban noises in my current foster home.
Playing with toys and balls is so much fun for me! I also have no issues with being bathed or brushed. I haven't shown any aggression, and I don't have any resource guarding issues towards humans. However, I might growl if I'm eating and another dog approaches. I also like to protect my toys from other dogs.
I hope this bio gives you a good idea of who I am and what I'm looking for in a forever home. I can't wait to meet you and start our new adventure together!
Energy Level: Moderate - enjoy long walks
I get along with:
Dogs: yes
Cats: No
Kids: yes (no video proof)
Fears: Unknown/none observed. Please be patient assisting me in my transition.
Training: Crate-trained
Leash skills: yes. Please be prepared to continue training.
House trained: 50% pee-pads/50% outdoors.. Please be prepared to help me learn where to go in my new home.
Health notes: I have been neutered, vaccinated and microchipped.
My adoption fee is $800.00 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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