My name is Josie!

Posted over 2 weeks ago | Updated over 2 weeks ago

Cared for by Speaking of Dogs Rescue

My basic info

Breed

Maltese/Toy Poodle

Color

White

Age

Adult

Size

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

Weight

–

Sex

Female

Pet ID

21054361

My details

Good with dogs

Good with cats

Purebred

Spayed / Neutered

Housetrained

My story

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

Location: Waterloo
Name: Josie
Breed: Maltese Mix
Weight:10 lb.
Gender: Female
Spayed/neutered: Spayed
Age: 6
Reason for Intake: she's from a puppy mill
Medical (shots etc): Up to date
Good with dogs: Yes
Good with cats: Respectful
Good with kids Yes
Good with strangers: Nervous at first
Guarding issues: No
Ever bitten a human: No
Ever bitten a dog: No
Behavioural issues: Nervous in new situations
House trained: Yes
Crate trained: No
Destructive when left alone: No
Barks when left alone: No
Leash skills: Does not walk comfortably on a leash yet
Handling issues: None
Known commands: None
Food on now: Hills sensitive stomach wet food and Small and Mini Kibble
Medical issues: None
Personality, likes/dislikes: Very sweet, likes being near people and other dogs.
Best home scenario: A quiet home with a fenced backyard is best for Josie. She
can be left for a few hours at a time with no issues.
Josie left her old life behind two months ago and has made amazing progress.
Everything is new to her and so far, she’s enjoying becoming a pampered pet. She
lets us know if she is unsure by barking but is quickly comforted by being picked
up for a snuggle. She will approach us cautiously to give us a lick on the hand. She
eats well and has perfect body condition. She sleeps well in her dog bed and will
also jump on the sofa for a snooze. She is taken outside a couple of times for toilet
breaks. Josie has a beautiful white coat is growing in. She has been bathed and
brushed with no problem. Like many of our “Mill Moms” she’ll need patience and
understanding as she moves on to her next chapter!

Rescue

Speaking of Dogs Rescue

Contact info

Pet ID

21054361

Contact

—

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