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My name is Oreo!

Posted 3 days ago

Adoption process
1

Submit Application

2

Interview

3

Home Check

4

Meet the Pet

5

Sign Adoption Contract

6

Pay Fee

7

Take the Pet Home

Adoption fee: $850

This helps Dream Tails Rescue-Toronto with pet care costs.

My basic info

Breed
Border Collie
Color
Black - with White
Age
3 years old, Adult
Size
Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg) (when grown)
Weight
55 lbs (current)
Sex
Male
Pet ID

My details

Alert icon Not good with kids
Checkmark in teal circle Good with dogs
Alert icon Not good with cats
Checkmark in teal circle Purebred
Checkmark in teal circle Shots current
Checkmark in teal circle Spayed / Neutered
Checkmark in teal circle Housetrained

My story

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

Oreo is a 3-year-old male Border Collie/Jindo mix who was rescued from a shelter just before he was scheduled for euthanasia. Sadly, and for unknown reasons, before finding himself abandoned and alone at the shelter, his teeth had been deliberately ground down. Amazingly and despite this, he remains a lively, energetic, and otherwise healthy dog who is remarkably intelligent, craves human interaction, and is very loyal to his guardian.

Oreo has the exceptional intelligence typical of Border Collies, fully understanding various commands such as "sit," "wait," and "house." He is also deeply loyal to his guardian and has a strong capacity for forming deep bonds typical of the Jindo breed. He is truly a remarkable dog who has the capacity to grow into an even more amazing companion through continued obedience training and by establishing a trusting relationship with his guardian.

Oreo is incredibly affectionate and loves people. He is also very social and gets along well with other dogs. However, he has a habit of jumping when excited, which requires caution when a person is interacting with him in a low position. With consistent training, this behavior can be corrected.

Being highly energetic, Oreo possesses excellent jumping ability. At the training center, he has been known to leap over fences—not out of a desire to escape, but due to his curiosity and strong attachment to his guardian. In fact, he has demonstrated behavior where he jumps over a fence when he hears his guardian's voice outside, only to return shortly after. For this reason, families with yards should ensure proper supervision, and a high-fenced environment may be more suitable.

The Ideal Family for Oreo is:

✔️ Someone who understands the high intelligence and energy levels of Border Collies, the exceptional loyalty of Jindos, and can provide sufficient mental and physical stimulation
✔️ Someone with experience in training or handling large dogs
✔️ Someone who values bonding with their dog and is ready to build a deep connection
✔️ Someone who can provide ample space for Oreo to move and exercise freely

Despite his heartbreaking past, Oreo still loves people and finds his greatest happiness in being with his guardian. With so much intelligence and energy, he has limitless potential to become the perfect lifelong companion if he meets the right family, one that understands him and is ready to provide him with love, care, and proper training.

Oreo is waiting for his new family! ❤️
Shelter

Contact info

Pet ID
Contact
Phone
Website
Address
Toronto, ON M5B 0B4
Donation

Their adoption process

1.

Submit Application

2.

Interview

You must participate in a phone interview or submit a video introducing your home and household.

3.

Home Check

You must send us a home photos at least 3 indoors and 3 outdoor photos

4.

Meet the Pet

If the dog is currently in a foster home, we will arrange a meet and greet with the dog and their foster parents after the interview and upo

5.

Sign Adoption Contract

Once the adoption is approved, we will provide you with an adoption contract. The adoption will be finalized upon receipt of the signed cont

6.

Pay Fee

7.

Take the Pet Home

Additional adoption info

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More about this shelter

At Dream Tails Rescue, we believe that every animal deserves a loving home and a second chance at happiness.

Our mission is to rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome animals in need while fostering a compassionate community dedicated to the well-being of all pets.

We are committed to providing a safe haven for homeless and abandoned animals, offering them care, love, and support until they find their forever families. Through education and outreach, we strive to raise awareness about responsible pet ownership and the importance of spaying and neutering.

Together, we can turn dreams into reality—one tail at a time.

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