My name is Gibson!

Posted 1 week ago | Updated 6 days ago

Cared for by Speaking of Dogs Rescue

My basic info

Breed

Shih Tzu/Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Color

White - with Red, Golden, Orange or Chestnut

Age

Adult

Size

Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less (when grown)

Weight

–

Sex

Male

Pet ID

20844824

My details

Good with dogs

Not good with cats

Spayed / Neutered

Housetrained

My story

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

Location: Waterloo
Name: Gibson
Breed: Shih Zhu mix
Weight: approximately 15 pounds
Gender: Male
Spayed/neutered: Neutered
Age: 5 years
Reason for Intake: Puppy Mill
Medical (shots etc): Up to date on all shots and blood work
Good with dogs: Yes
Good with cats: No
Good with kids Yes
Good with strangers: Yes
Guarding issues: No
Ever bitten a human: No
Ever bitten a dog: No
Behavioural issues: None
House trained: Does bowel movements outside, some marking indoors but getting better
Crate trained: No
Destructive when left alone: No
Barks when left alone: On occasion
Leash skills: Adapting well to leash walking
Handling issues: A little unsure when being approached but he can be picked up
with no issues. Bathing and brushing are no problem.
Known commands: Working on sit
Food on now: Blue Buffalo kibble
Medical issues: none
Personality, likes/dislikes: Gibson is a very handsome boy who has adapted very
quickly to living in a home. Being a pet is agreeing with him and he’s learning
new things every day. He likes toys and enjoys things to chew. He will sleep in a
dog bed or on his foster’s bed. He can go up and down stairs. He enjoys being pet and cuddled. He’s learning to take treats gently. Gibson has great potential to be a loving companion.
Best home scenario: Home with fenced backyard where adopters are home more than not. Another dog would be nice for him but not mandatory

Rescue

Speaking of Dogs Rescue

Contact info

Pet ID

20844824

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