Adopt

My name is MACI!

Posted over 3 weeks ago | Updated over 2 weeks ago

Adoption process
1

Submit Application

2

Interview

3

Home Check

4

Approve Application

5

Meet the Pet

6

Sign Adoption Contract

7

Take the Pet Home

Adoption fee: $840

This helps West Coast Paws Dog Rescue with pet care costs.

My basic info

Breed
Shepherd (Unknown Type)/Labrador Retriever
Color
Gray/Blue/Silver/Salt & Pepper
Age
4 years old, Adult
Size
Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg) (when grown)
Weight
35 lb (current)
Sex
Female
Pet ID
ps_2212009-2647487

My details

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

My story

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

Hola! My name is MACI and here is some info about me:



PHYSICAL INFO:




  • Breed: Shepherd/Lab Mix (best guess really!)

  • Age: approx. 4 years

  • Gender: Female

  • Weight: 35 lbs (16kgs) 

  • Height: 60 cm (paws to top of my head)

  • Length: 75 cm (head to butt)

  • Neck Circumference: 35 cm

  • Current Location: MEXICO CITY



RESCUE STORY - I was found begging for food on the side of a highway between Mexico City and the city of Puebla. I was extremely skinny and malnourished; my rescuers could tell I had spent a lot of time on the street. I also showed signs of having recently had puppies, but sadly my puppies were nowhere to be found. Despite my deteriorated physical state, I didn’t show any signs of fear or aggression. I was taken to the vet where I was always calm and friendly, which made it easier for them to give me an extensive check-up.  I have been living at a doggie pension since August 2023. I am very well taken care of here (we even have a dog behaviorist who helps assess and socialize all of us rescue pups!), but I am SO ready to go to my forever home!



TEMPERAMENT - I am a very social gal who loves other dogs and people!! I'm friendly from the get-go, not nervous or scared of new people or places. I'm highly adaptable, very affectionate, and LOVE human attention. I love going for long walks but I also just enjoy laying in the sunshine and napping (what girl wouldn't!) I am such a wonderful doggo who is so deserving of a loving home. 



ENERGY LEVEL - Medium - I play hard and crash hard. I'm the perfect combo of adventure and chill- once I've had some exercise I am more than happy to snooze and cuddle!



GETS ALONG WITH:




  • Kids – Unknown. 

  • Dogs –  Yes! I am living at a doggy pension where I have lots of daily exposure to other dogs. When wrestling with my doggy friends, I am not remotely aggressive however I can be a bit "nippy" in my play style. I will do extra well with playmates who match my energy.

  • Cats – Unknown. 



PREY DRIVE - Unknown. I’m not too sure how I’ll react around cats/squirrels/rabbits etc., so my adopter needs to be prepared and willing to train me through these behaviours, should they arise.



TRAINING:




  • Leash skills – Pretty good! You can see in my video that I am a pretty good little walker and I love to get out on my leash! I pull a bit but am not reactive towards cars of people passing by. A well-fitted harness and some dedicated leash training will help continue my success!

  • House trained – Work in progress. Frequent potty breaks and positive reinforcement will help me learn housetraining in my new home :)



Please Note: WCP highly encourages adopters to do some research and training on their own before their dog arrives. 



HEALTH NOTES:




  • I am spayed/neutered, vaccinated, and microchipped. I will come to Canada with proof of all my vaccines and test records.

  • In August of 2024, I presented secretions from my mammary glands. The vet performed an abdominal ultrasound and found cysts in my ovaries, so I was spayed.  I am now healthy, fully vaccinated, dewormed and have no known health issues!

  • I will be tested for Heartworm etc. before flying North.



NOTE: It is not uncommon for rescue dogs to require dental work/cleaning after they are adopted. West Coast Paws does not cover the costs of dental work and/or vet visits. These costs are the financial responsibility of the adopter.



ADOPTION FEE:





  • My adoption fee is $840.00 (including GST & PST), which includes my airfare, if a flight volunteer is found directly to Vancouver.





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DISCLAIMER:



Please visit wcpdogrescue.com to read about West Coast Paws Dog Rescue and its adoption process.



The info included in each WCP bio is provided to us from the international rescuer. WCP does not have in-person access to overseas dogs and cannot always verify the accuracy of their descriptions, although we ask for video proof of a dog's attributes wherever possible. Every dog is an individual and can act differently in different situations based on the person(s) adopting them and the environment in which they live. 



WCP is unable to guarantee the accuracy of a dogs age and/or breed. These are strictly "best guesses" based on veterinary exams and their educated estimates. 


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Contact info

Pet ID
ps_2212009-2647487
Contact
Hannah Swain
Phone
Address
Langley, BC V2Y 0S9

Their adoption process

1.

Submit Application

2.

Interview

A West Coast Paws member will contact applicants to arrange a Phone Interview.

3.

Home Check

A West Coast Paws member will contact applicants to arrange a House Check- either virtually or via photographs of the home.

4.

Approve Application

Successful applicants will receive an Approval Email from WCP. A $100 deposit will be required at this point.

5.

Meet the Pet

This step only applies to LOCAL dog adoptions- i.e. a dog that is already located in the Lower Mainland.

6.

Sign Adoption Contract

- Adoption Contract Signed - Adoption Fee Paid

7.

Take the Pet Home

Congratulations! Your fur-baby is finally here! Adopters will be required to meet at the airport to pick up their dog.

Additional adoption info

Please keep in mind that there may be multiple applications for a single dog and that even if your phone interview and home check are successful, there is no guarantee that you will be matched with the dog you have applied for. Your chances of a successful match greatly increase if you list more than one dog on your application.

More about this rescue

West Coast Paws is a British Columbia-based non-profit dog rescue established in 2022. We are a team of animal lovers with a passion for rescuing dogs in need with a current focus on dogs from Mexico and South Korea. With the help of our amazing overseas rescuers, we bring stray, abused, and/or neglected dogs to their forever homes in BC where they have a new chance at a love-filled life.

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