Oakley is a spirited and dynamic large-breed puppy bursting with potential. She’s searching for a dedicated, experienced family who understands the needs of high-energy guardian or working breeds. Oakley thrives on activity, structure, and mental stimulation, making her an ideal companion for someone ready to keep her busy and engaged. This sweet girl isn’t suited for first-time dog owners or those with limited experience managing strong-willed, active dogs. As a young pup, Oakley is still learning her manners. She’ll need support in improving her impulse control and managing her mouthy, barky tendencies.
If you’re ready to invest in a loyal, energetic companion who will bring endless joy and excitement to your life, Oakley is eager to meet you! IN-SHELTER NOTES & IDEAL HOME
SIZE: 40 pounds & Growing
HOME TYPE: No apartments or shared wall homes - Isn’t suited for first-time dog owners or those with limited experience in canine behaviour. Her ideal home will be free from shared walls or apartments, as she has some separation anxiety and a tendency to be vocal.
CHILDREN: Teenaged Children at the earliest - Has a high drive to work and can become very jumpy and mouthy
CATS & SMALL ANIMALS: Unknown - has show prey drive with rabbits and squirrels.
OTHER DOGS: Yes - potentially compatible with other dogs of similar or larger size (no smaller dogs). Must be a confident larger dog who can help teach good canine behaviours. Can be fear reactive when first introduced. Oakley can be redirected onto a different task.
ACTIVITY/ENERGY LEVEL: Very high; will need excessive amounts of daily exercise, enrichment and mental stimulation.
HUMAN COMPATIBILTY: Family with previous owned large dog experience required, family with working/Guardian breed experience recommended but research must be done!
TRAINING REQUIREMENTS/NEEDS: Minimum 3 in-person training sessions to work on the following; Basic training, Basic manners including jumping up and mouthing, Impulse control training; Learning settling and disengage, Work on over-stimulation, Resource guarding, Reactivity, Training with high drive dogs and in dog sports, agility, scent work, herding, etc.
HUMAN SOCIAL IN SHELTER: Very human social and content to interact with anybody he meets but has a high drive to work and learn with people
FAVOURITE THINGS: Puzzles, training, treats, frozen enrichment, being outsid
Oakley is a spirited and dynamic large-breed puppy bursting with potential. She’s searching for a dedicated, experienced family who understands the needs of high-energy guardian or working breeds. Oakley thrives on activity, structure, and mental stimulation, making her an ideal companion for someone ready to keep her busy and engaged. This sweet girl isn’t suited for first-time dog owners or those with limited experience managing strong-willed, active dogs. As a young pup, Oakley is still learning her manners. She’ll need support in improving her impulse control and managing her mouthy, barky tendencies.
If you’re ready to invest in a loyal, energetic companion who will bring endless joy and excitement to your life, Oakley is eager to meet you! IN-SHELTER NOTES & IDEAL HOME
SIZE: 40 pounds & Growing
HOME TYPE: No apartments or shared wall homes - Isn’t suited for first-time dog owners or those with limited experience in canine behaviour. Her ideal home will be free from shared walls or apartments, as she has some separation anxiety and a tendency to be vocal.
CHILDREN: Teenaged Children at the earliest - Has a high drive to work and can become very jumpy and mouthy
CATS & SMALL ANIMALS: Unknown - has show prey drive with rabbits and squirrels.
OTHER DOGS: Yes - potentially compatible with other dogs of similar or larger size (no smaller dogs). Must be a confident larger dog who can help teach good canine behaviours. Can be fear reactive when first introduced. Oakley can be redirected onto a different task.
ACTIVITY/ENERGY LEVEL: Very high; will need excessive amounts of daily exercise, enrichment and mental stimulation.
HUMAN COMPATIBILTY: Family with previous owned large dog experience required, family with working/Guardian breed experience recommended but research must be done!
TRAINING REQUIREMENTS/NEEDS: Minimum 3 in-person training sessions to work on the following; Basic training, Basic manners including jumping up and mouthing, Impulse control training; Learning settling and disengage, Work on over-stimulation, Resource guarding, Reactivity, Training with high drive dogs and in dog sports, agility, scent work, herding, etc.
HUMAN SOCIAL IN SHELTER: Very human social and content to interact with anybody he meets but has a high drive to work and learn with people
FAVOURITE THINGS: Puzzles, training, treats, frozen enrichment, being outsid
*Please note that walk-in appointments are welcomed and encouraged, and will be prioritized over online applications.
Come into the Centre and if you see a pet you like, you are able to do a "Meet and Greet" with that pet. Spend some time in alone with the pet or take a dog out for a short walk. If you are still interested in adopting the pet you can meet with one of our Adoption Counsellors who will have you fill out and application and will ask you some questions about the environment in which you live. If you seem like a wonderful match and your environment meets the needs of the pet then your application should be approved!
*Please note that walk-in appointments are welcomed and encouraged, and will be prioritized over online applications.
Come into the Centre and if you see a pet you like, you are able to do a "Meet and Greet" with that pet. Spend some time in alone with the pet or take a dog out for a short walk. If you are still interested in adopting the pet you can meet with one of our Adoption Counsellors who will have you fill out and application and will ask you some questions about the environment in which you live. If you seem like a wonderful match and your environment meets the needs of the pet then your application should be approved!
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Stratford Perth Humane Society
125 Griffith Road, Stratford, ON N5A 6S4
We are closed for all statutory and civic holidays
We are closed the last Wednesday of each month from 9am-1pm for staff training
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As one of the largest humane societies in Ontario, we currently operate two animal shelters to support people and pets in our communities. The Stratford Perth Humane Society supports Perth County, while the Kitchener Waterloo Humane Society supports Waterloo Region (less Cambridge) and began serving the community in 1927.
As one of the largest humane societies in Ontario, we currently operate two animal shelters to support people and pets in our communities. The Stratford Perth Humane Society supports Perth County, while the Kitchener Waterloo Humane Society supports Waterloo Region (less Cambridge) and began serving the community in 1927.
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