Adopt

My name is Shaggy!

Posted 3 days ago

Adoption process
1

Submit Application

2

Interview

3

Home Check

4

Meet the Pet

5

Approve Application

6

Sign Adoption Contract

7

Pay Fee

Adoption fee: $750

This helps Backstreet Paws Rescue with pet care costs.

My basic info

Breed
German Wirehaired Pointer/Afghan Hound
Color
Black - with Brown, Red, Golden, Orange or Chestnut
Age
1 year old, Young
Size
Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg) (when grown)
Weight
50 lbs (current)
Sex
Male
Pet ID

My details

Checkmark in teal circle Good with kids
Checkmark in teal circle Good with dogs
Checkmark in teal circle Good with cats
Checkmark in teal circle Shots current
Checkmark in teal circle Spayed / Neutered
Checkmark in teal circle Housetrained

My personality

My story

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

Meet Shaggy, a delightful and spirited dog who lives up to his name with his shaggy fur and cheerful personality. Shaggy is eager to find his forever family and bring joy into their lives.
Shaggy's story began as a stray, and unfortunately, he was hit by a car before ending up at the local pound. Thankfully, his injury didn't require TPLO surgery as he wasn’t in pain. While he compensates for his back leg by holding it close to the other when he runs, this doesn’t slow him down one bit!
With a love for play and a friendly disposition, Shaggy enjoys the company of other dogs. He can often be heard using his voice to encourage playtime with his pen mate or neighboring dogs. Shaggy is a high-energy dog who is always ready for fun, though he’s still learning to take cues from his playmates when he gets a bit too enthusiastic. After an energetic play session, Shaggy loves cooling off in his swimming pool and then rolling in the dirt—he’s quite the fan of getting dirty!
While Shaggy hasn't had formal training, he has the potential to thrive with the right family. He’s still very much a big puppy at heart and will benefit from an active family committed to his training. Shaggy will need 2-3 walks per day, combined with playtime and canine enrichment activities. His new family should be prepared to work on basic training and leash manners to help Shaggy reach his full potential.
If you're looking for a playful, energetic companion who’s ready for adventure and full of love, Shaggy might just be the perfect addition to your family!
Rescue

Contact info

Pet ID
Contact
Phone
Address
Mississauga, ON L5J 4G9
Donation
paypal.me/backstreetpaws

Their adoption process

1.

Submit Application

2.

Interview

One of our volunteers will reach out either by phone or email. Please be sure to check your junk file.

3.

Home Check

Our Home Checks are Virtual on Zoom, FaceTime, Messenger..... followed by reference check as well as a vet reference check.

4.

Meet the Pet

Once your application has been approved and we think the dog you have applied for is a good match we will then set up a meet & greet.

5.

Approve Application

6.

Sign Adoption Contract

7.

Pay Fee

Once the adoption contract and fee have been received the dog can go home with the approved adopter.

Additional adoption info

N/A

Adoption application

More about this rescue

Backstreet Paws Rescue is a non-profit, volunteer based organization that helps homeless, abandoned street dogs find their forever homes. We are dedicated to providing the best possible care for these animals until they can be placed into a loving home. Our ultimate goal is to reduce the number of dogs that are euthanized each year in shelters due to lack of adoptions. We believe that every dog deserves a chance at a happy life and we are committed to helping as many dogs as possible.

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