My name is Ziggy!

Posted over 2 weeks ago | Updated 6 days ago

Cared for by Speaking of Dogs Rescue

My basic info

Breed

Husky

Color

White - with Red, Golden, Orange or Chestnut

Age

Adult

Size

Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg) (when grown)

Weight

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Sex

Female

Pet ID

20833482

My details

Spayed / Neutered

Housetrained

My story

Here's what the humans have to say about me:

Name: Ziggy

Breed: Husky

Weight: 65 pounds

Gender: Female

Spayed/neutered: Spayed

Age: Approx 7 years

Obtained From: Friend who passed away 1.5 weeks ago.

Reason for Intake: Ziggy's owner passed away recently. A friend is helping rehome her but can not take her in because she has a dog. Ziggy is staying at a Pet Hotel.

Up to Date with Vetting: Yes. Last at the vet in May 2024.

Good with dogs: When she sees other dogs on leash walks she howls and pulls if they are on the same side of the street. She does not do this from the other side of the street. Staying in a private room at the Pet Hotel. Ziggy's owner said she was concerned with other dogs. It does not sound like she has had much experience with other dogs.

Good with cats: Unknown

Good with kids: Unknown

Good with strangers: Yes. Very friendly with people. Paramedics were able to come in and she did not show concern and was happy to see them.

Resource guarding issues: They have not seen any sign of guarding

Ever bitten a human: No

Ever bitten a dog: No

Fears: Nail trims

Housetrained: Yes

Crate trained: Yes. Uses her crate as her safe place.

Good in the car: Yes. Travelled here from Alberta.

Bark when left alone: Her owner was ill for several years and did not really go out. Described as a pretty quiet dog in general.

Destructive: No

Energy Level: Medium

Leash skills: Walks well on leash but pulls and lunges at other dogs. Walks on a harness. Friends had been walking her for the owner.

Okay with physical handling/manipulations: the Pet Hotel was asked to groom her. They said they would call if there were any issues but they did not call. Friend thinks Ziggy has been prescribed anti-anxiety meds in the past for nail trims.

Known commands: sit, stay, down, go to your crate.

Food on now: Kirkland Salmon and Sweet Potato kibble. 1 cup, 2x/day.

Medical issues: Mild arthritis in back legs.

Rescue

Speaking of Dogs Rescue

Contact info

Pet ID

20833482

Contact

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Phone

(705) 444-7637

speakingofdogs@gmail.com

Website

http://www.speakingofdogs.com

Address

Toronto, ON M9W 3L8

Donation

Donate to This Rescue

Their adoption process

Additional adoption info

Our process begins with an online pre adoption questionnaire followed by a telephone interview
Once both have been completed we consider suitability and if we feel the adoption candidate is a potential match we arrange a meet and greet with the dog you are interested in
From there we schedule a home visit and check personal and veterinary references.

Go meet their pets

All our dogs are in foster homes so meet and greets are by appointment only

More about this rescue

Who are we?
Speaking of Dogs Rescue Program is a Canadian registered charity. We are a volunteer-based dog rescue in Toronto that is dedicated to assisting dogs from shelters as well as taking in dogs surrendered by their owner when space allows. We have a focus on helping senior dogs. Our dogs are lovingly cared for in foster homes until we find them a suitable forever home.

*Speaking of Dogs Rescue is the operating name of Speaking of Dogs Rescue Program, a not-for-profit charitable corporation in the Province of Ontario.

Charity Registration Number: 841098791RR0001

Foster Homes
Sadly, each new day brings a flood of emails and telephone pleas to help yet another abandoned dear dog. We try and help these displaced dogs through our rescue efforts and networking. We are always in search of new foster homes where a dog can be cared for and loved until a permanent home is found. Speaking of Dogs Rescue covers food, medical attention and all the supplies required for the dogs in foster care. Foster parents need be responsible and patient people who will provide a safe environment for our dogs. A foster contract must be signed. This is a serious responsibility; however the experience is very rewarding. If you can open your heart and home to a foster dog please contact us. We have a comprehensive Foster Manual available for people who are considering becoming a foster parent.

Wish List
Canned quality dog foods
Martingale collars
Harnesses – all sizes
Toys and treats
Financial support for the many medical procedures required, microchips, food, supplies and professional grooming