URGENT! Due to a new law enacted in my country, the rescuers can't retain the refuge, so dogs need homes before the end of the year. Please help.
Guten Tag, Gamarjoba, Hey... I'm GRETEL (Gracie) and here is some info about me:
Breed: German Wire-Haired Pointing Griffon
Age: 3 yrs
Gender: Female
Weight: 73 lbs (33 kg)
Height: 24-1/2 inches (62 cm)
Country of Origin: Republic of Georgia
Highlights: Devoted, affectionate, intelligent, high-spirited
I am much like my fairytale namesake; I’m quick witted, clever, and have been known to get out of some scary situations!
My story goes like this: Once upon a rainy day, in a land far, far away, I was running scared and confused through the town streets. I was being chased relentlessly by a pack of six big, bad male dogs who would not leave me alone! Little did I know that, because I was in heat, they were following my scent everywhere I went. Terrified and exhausted, I came up with a clever plan: I ran to the local dog refuge! The kind fairy god-humans saw what was happening and immediately brought me into the safety of their castle, just in the nick of time! Once there, they did some kind of magic spell on me to make sure I’d never have to go into heat again, and I’ve been living there with all of my new dog friends ever since!
I am a multi-faceted heroine, who loves to write her own story! I am a devoted and affectionate friend who wants most of all to be by your side. I am delighted to spend my days lazing by your feet, soaking up all of your love and adoration. However, just like every good tale, there needs to be action and adventure, too!
When it’s time to play, all of my cleverness comes out and you get to see just how smart I am. True to my gun dog breeding, I am an active and driven chaser who loves to play catch…though, also true to my breed, I can be cheeky about giving the toy back easily. It’s a really great way to make sure I have ALL of your attention during playtime. With gentle, consistent training though, I *could* be convinced that it’s more fun to play another way. My rescuers used to think I was stubborn, but came to find out I am actually deaf. Despite this fact, my fairy god-humans think I’d take exceptionally well to learning fun new games, like scent work and fly ball! My very favourite game is chasing a toy on a string! You might as well have cast an enchantment on me, because I will transform from your relaxed, lazy foot-warmer into a glorious magical beast who will bark excitedly and chase the toy until the clock strikes midnight if you let me!
I love other dogs and get along well with all of them, but I haven’t had a chance to meet a cat. I haven’t had experience with children either, but my fairy god-humans think I’d have no problem with older kids.
If you are an active, engaging home with lots of love to give, I would love to go on all the rest of my adventures with you. I’d be an excellent hiking companion, and with my cleverness and powerful nose, we wouldn’t even need a trail of breadcrumbs to find our way out of the woods! A kind home with loving humans who engage both my heart and my mind would truly be my happily ever after!
More vids. https://youtu.be/JuPNFQL94bw. See the rough shape I was in my first day in rescue, https://youtu.be/n19C4pqHk3M.
Energy level: moderate-high
I get along with:
Dogs: yes
Cats: unknown
Kids: unsure, rescuer thinks likely with older kids, but no video proof
Fears: None observed. Please be patient assisting me in my transition.
Training:
Leash training: Yes. Please be prepared to continue training.
House trained: Yes. Please help me learn where to go in my new home.
Health notes:
I am spayed, vaccinated & microchipped.
My adoption fee is $650.00 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.
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