Hiya! My name is AMARILLO (means "Yellow" en español) and here is some info about me:
PHYSICAL INFO:
- Breed: Terrier/Dutch Ratter/Schnauzer mix (??)
- Age: Approx. 5 years old
- Gender: Male
- Weight: 33.4 lbs (15.2 kg)
- Height: 56 cm (paws to top of my head)
- Length: 76 cm (head to butt)
- Neck: 39 cm
- Chest: 62 cm
- Current Location: Mexico City
RESCUE STORY - I was found in the Mexico City Airport while the rescue team was there sending another rescue pup to Canada. They saw that I was veryyyyy thin and in visible pain, so they took me straight to the vet. The vet thinks I was dragged by a car and suffered injuries as a result. At first, I didn't like to be touched (understandably so!), but I have grown to enjoy gentle pets. I have been living at the shelter here in Mexico City since August 2024 and I am ready to find my forever home in the Pacific North West!
TEMPERAMENT - I am a pretty chill dude who enjoys sleeping. I can often be found chilling by myself in my bed at the shelter- even with 100+ other dogs around me! I do not actively seek out human attention, however I don't reject it either. I prefer my physical interactions to be gentle and soft (just like my soul). I am neutral around other dogs although I do have one friend here who I like to play with between my naps, hehe. I have a good appetite (I eat 3x daily). I am a slow eater and like to really savor my food. When out on walks, I don't seek interactions with other dogs... frankly I just love smelling the trees and the plants. I'm truly a "stop and smell the roses" kinda guy and I'm looking for a human who has the same vibe! I am very sweet and a calm companion- ideal for someone who is looking for a buddy without boatloads of energy.
ENERGY LEVEL - Low - I enjoy walks but spend most of my time sniffing. I play with my shelter friend between my naps, but I do love multiple naps daily!
GETS ALONG WITH:
- Kids – Unknown. While I’m a pretty sweet boy, I haven’t had much exposure to kiddos at the shelter.
- Dogs – Yes, I'm neutral around other dogs. I have one friend who I will play with at the shelter, but all the others I just peacefully coexist with
- Cats – Yes, I have shared a space with a cat and showed no interest in him.
PREY DRIVE - Unknown. I’m not too sure how I’ll react around 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, but I will need some help polishing up! (video) I will need an adopter who is happy to work with me on my leash manners. A well-fitted harness and some dedicated leash training will help set me up for success! I really love to sniff on my walks!
- House trained – Work in progress. I do bark when I need to go out to pee, so that's a good start! 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:
- When I was first rescued, I received medical attention to treat my wounds. The vet said I was fully recovered and wouldn't need further treatments for my injuries.
- I am neutered, vaccinated, and microchipped. I will come to Canada with proof of all my vaccines and test records.
- 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. **I will likely need dental work, based off photos of my teefs**
ADOPTION FEE:
- My adoption fee is $728.00 CAD including tax ($650 + 5% GST and 7% 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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