My name is BALOO!

Posted 2 days ago | Updated 1 day ago

Cared for by West Coast Paws Dog Rescue

Adoption process

Submit Application

Interview

Home Check

Approve Application

Meet the Pet

Sign Adoption Contract

Take the Pet Home

Adoption fee: $728

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

My basic info

Breed

Labrador Retriever/Staffordshire Bull Terrier

Color

Black

Age

4 years 5 months old, Adult

Size

Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg) (when grown)

Weight

45 lb (current)

Sex

Male

Pet ID

ps_2269013-2647487

My details

Good with kids

Good with dogs

Shots current

Spayed / Neutered

My story

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

Hi friends! My name is Baloo (yup! I'm a cuddly bear) and here's more about me:

PHYSICAL INFO:

Breed: Labrador/staffordshire mix

Age: Approx. 4 - 5 years old

Gender: Male

Weight: 45lbs (20 kg)

Current Location: Guadalajara Mexico

RESCUE STORY - I was left in a busy part of town by my family...I was very confused because they left me alone as they all got into their car and drove away! I thought maybe they forgot me by accident so I chased after them. They were driving on a busy road and I was dodging cars to try to get to them before they disappeared! A very nice family saw me running in the traffic and got very worried for my safety. They asked my family to pull over and that's when we learned that they didn't want me any more...so I was put in the car with these other nice humans (my now rescuers, the people who saw me on the street!). Despite previously having a 'family', it seems I never really lived in a home before. My rescuer doesn't think I was taken care of very well and I have now been living in a boarding facility for 1.5 years. I'm ready to find my furever family and be in a cozy home!! Please note that because of my previous living conditions, I have some scars on my skin and my front right paw is crooked. It doesn't bother me at all though! I think I broke my leg when I was a puppy and it grew out not so pawfect.

TEMPERAMENT - I'm very calm, noble, and a sweet and loving doggo. Being loving means that I enjoy receiving and giving lotssss of love (aka hugs and cuddles) and care. My favourite thing ever is my walks and being with hoomans. I enjoy being with other calm doggoss, although I'm very social and I will play with young and active dogs too (I'm not too picky)! I am usually quiet at the shelter but sometimes strange noises at night might startle me and I bark to alert the hoomans. I haven't had the chance to live in a home yet, but I bet I would make a great cuddle-buddy couch potato!

ENERGY LEVEL - Moderate. I'm calm but I love my walks and I do get excited for treats, especially sausages!

GETS ALONG WITH:

Kids – Yes! I have been tested with older kids. An 8 year old boy at the shelter takes me walking all the time and he's my pal.

Dogs – Yes! I get along well with other pups and currently live with many other doggos at the shelter. I sleep beside my friend Rocco every night.

Cats – Unknown but can be tested upon request.

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

TRAINING:

Leash skills – I do great with my leash skills and am very used to going on leashed adventures. However, I may need some additional training and patience once I get to my new home.

House trained – My rescuer says I am okay with this and know to go on my walks or in the garden outside. However, I may need some additional training and patience once I get to my new home.

Crate trained – My rescuer says I am good in my crate. However, I may need some additional training and patience once I get to my new home.

Car rides – My rescuer says I get nervous but do stay seated. I feel calmer if the windows are closed and it's not too noiisy. I may need some additional training and patience.

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

HEALTH NOTES:

I am neutered and vaccinated.

NOTE: dogs from Guadalajara are not microchipped.

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 $728.00 CAD including tax (5% GST, 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 it's 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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Hi friends! My name is Baloo (yup! I'm a cuddly bear) and here's more about me:

PHYSICAL INFO:

Breed: Labrador/staffordshire mix

Age: Approx. 4 - 5 years old

Gender: Male

Weight: 45lbs (20 kg)

Current Location: Guadalajara Mexico

ENERGY LEVEL - Moderate. I'm calm but I love my walks and I do get excited for treats, especially sausages!

GETS ALONG WITH:

Kids – Yes! I have been tested with older kids. An 8 year old boy at the shelter takes me walking all the time and he's my pal.

Dogs – Yes! I get along well with other pups and currently live with many other doggos at the shelter. I sleep beside my friend Rocco every night.

Cats – Unknown but can be tested upon request.

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

TRAINING:

Leash skills – I do great with my leash skills and am very used to going on leashed adventures. However, I may need some additional training and patience once I get to my new home.

House trained – My rescuer says I am okay with this and know to go on my walks or in the garden outside. However, I may need some additional training and patience once I get to my new home.

Crate trained – My rescuer says I am good in my crate. However, I may need some additional training and patience once I get to my new home.

Car rides – My rescuer says I get nervous but do stay seated. I feel calmer if the windows are closed and it's not too noiisy. I may need some additional training and patience.

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

HEALTH NOTES:

I am neutered and vaccinated.

NOTE: dogs from Guadalajara are not microchipped.

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 $728.00 CAD including tax (5% GST, 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 it's adoption process.

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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Rescue

West Coast Paws Dog Rescue

Contact info

Pet ID

ps_2269013-2647487

Contact

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Phone

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info@wcpdogrescue.com

Website

https://www.wcpdogrescue.com/

Address

Coquitlam, BC V3K 5W8

Donation

Donate to This Rescue

Their adoption process

1.
Submit Application

2.
Interview

A West Coast Paws member will contact the applicant(s) to arrange a Phone Interview.

3.
Home Check

A West Coast Paws member will contact the applicant(s) 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, Texas, and locally in BC. With the help of our amazing rescuers, we help stray, abused, and/or neglected dogs find their forever homes where they have a new chance at a love-filled life.