Puppies and dogs in Ayr, Ontario

**IF THIS LISTING IS STILL POSTED THIS DOG IS STILL AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION. NO NEED TO EMAIL ASKING IF THE DOG IS AVAILABLE. PLEASE READ THROUGH THIS BIO THOROUGHLY AS INFORMATION ON HOW TO APPLY IS CONTAINED IN THIS LISTING** For Adoption: Hermey! Please read our dog bios carefully to be sure that the dog you are applying for suits your family and lifestyle. We at PDR believe in the benefits of post-adoption training for our dogs and their families. This allows for continued socialization, learning and helps to create a well-mannered and balanced dog. Post-adoption training is a requirement in our adoption process. To apply for adoption and for more information on our process and requirements, visit our website at https://pounddog.ca/adoption-info/. Hold on to your hearts and get ready to meet this tiny gentleman – this is Hermey – and this is his UPDATED BIO! Hermey is a gorgeous long-haired Chihuahua weighing in at just under 6lbs. He is estimated to be 8 years old and has a soft red coat, expressive ears and the Grinchiest feet around. One look in those brown eyes and you’ll be wrapped around his little toes which suits him just fine. Hermey is an agile little man who is ready for whatever his new family has on their schedule. Hermey was picked up as a stray and taken to the pound. As you would expect, the pound is scary for a little guy like Hermey so when no one came to claim him, Pound Dog stepped in to take over his care and help him start his new life. Lucky for him and lucky for me! Hermey is loving, loyal and intelligent and he is going to be a fantastic companion for his new family. He can be insecure and nervous at times but he has made great progress in our time together so he is looking for a patient family to help him continue to heal and evolve. As I’ve been working with him in my home I can promise you that it’s totally worth it! It’s my suspicion that in his previous life he was not always treated with kindness and patience so he is still working to learn to trust. Before we go much further let’s talk about Hermey’s medical history since he’s been in rescue. Hermey arrived with a cough that persisted so we had our vet team conduct some tests. Hermey has now been diagnosed with a collapsing trachea which, unfortunately, is not uncommon for Chihuahuas. Hermey is on a pill every other day and he is now symptom-free. His new family needs to be committed to keeping Hermey as safe and comfortable as possible. This means that he benefits from a calm home where he is not pushed into too much agitation as it aggravates his condition. He is also a dog who walks using a harness that is rigged to his collar for safety. It’s important to note that in general, a dog with a collapsing trachea can live a normal life span with proper management and treatment. It will be important for his new family to work closely with their vet team to develop a treatment plan that is tailored to his needs and to monitor his condition closely. His condition does not seem to affect him other than the coughing (without the pills) and he is a joyful little clown who is going to be the next great love of someone’s life! Hermey would do well in any home type as he is agile enough for stairs and generally pretty quiet. He can be reactive when he sees animals on the TV so you just need to be sure your neighbors are tolerant of occasional barking. We’ve been working on this but the little guy LOVES to watch TV so it’s a slow road. When he’s not watching TV from his nest of blankets on the couch Hermey can be found patrolling the yard or waiting not-so-patiently for some affection from me. He works those little feet to hold my hand to his chest for the best scratches. He LOVES affection as long as it’s on his terms – quick movements or pets that last too long can still make him nervous. It’s taken time to learn his triggers and his behaviors but now that I know him we have developed a wonderful relationship. When he is pushed too far Hermey can be reactive which looks like lots of growls and quick mouthing. I’ve felt his teeth on me during these outbreaks but never with any pressure – he shows great bite restraint. And he has found a lot of confidence while he’s been living with me so these episodes are fewer but he is still growing and we can expect some regression when he moves in with his new family. Hermey loves to patrol the yard and go for walks. Every blade of grass is a new opportunity to pee on something. When we are out walking he is curious about people and dogs but we keep our distance. He has shown little interest in the wildlife in the neighborhood and is happy to just trot along for as long as I want. His new family needs to be committed to getting him out to see the world – he loves a good lay on the couch but he has an adventurer’s spirit so he wants all the walks! One of my favorite things about Hermey is his devotion to his people. This little man is going to bond strongly with his new family and that means company in the bathroom, a sous chef in the kitchen, and supervision in every other household chore. He loves affection on his terms and once he has developed some trust it’s easy to see when he starts to get uncomfortable. When he first arrived, I could not get anywhere near his back end but these days he enjoys a good butt scratch. He’s small enough that it’s easy to miss his body language if you’re not paying attention so his new family needs to be committed to working with Hermey on these points and helping him feel safe to find his trust and confidence. Another thing I love about Hermey is the way he prances around the house, especially if he is happy or excited about something. He hops and dances and play bows all over the place and it’s impossible to not fall in love with him every time. Hermey was house trained when he arrived and will go to the door when he has to go out. The only accidents he has had in the house have been obvious marking behavior which have greatly improved. He will just need to be monitored when he gets to this new house to make sure he can be corrected before any accidents happen. He also took to the crate right away and happily rests in there with a treat. He gets a little upset if he’s in there while I am in the room, pressing his little feet on the bars and giving me his best puppy dog eyes. He sleeps in his crate at night without issue as long as he has sufficient blankets to burrow into and a cozy bed. Hermey has been a great passenger in the car as long as he is secured in a booster seat or with a seatbelt. He is very calm and settles right away. Hermey has a coat that will require regular maintenance. As he is still nervous about a lot of things his new family needs to be sure they can handle this task or that he has a groomer who can handle his energy and keep him on a regular schedule. Hermey is very good with selective dogs and can be a bit unpredictable with others. He is not aggressive or dangerous but his insecurity means that a friendly interaction can suddenly be too much for him to handle and he lashes out or makes inappropriate corrections. He sometimes instigates play but then can be pushed too far and become fearful and reactive. He would be fine with other dogs of similar size as long as they were calm dogs who could tolerate his occasional outbursts and his new family made sure to monitor interactions and make corrections as needed. He has trouble with new dogs but over time he has settled in well with our pack here and is often found cleaning EVERYONE’S faces – whether or not they are asking for it! He would also be fine as the only animal in the house so he could soak up every bit of attention. He has not had interactions with any cats but we expect that he will react similar to how he does with dogs and need some time to get accustomed to them. I’m sure it will not come as a surprise that we are also looking for an adult only home for Hermey. Children, with their unpredictable movements, will be too triggering for him. We cannot expect children to learn his subtle body language so they would just further his insecurity and distrust. Hermey knows his name and some key phrases we use all the time. He is very smart and is one of those dogs who is so in tune with his person that he just seems to understand what you are saying and can deliver what you need. He is great to take treats gently and he’ll go into his create with a command and treat. He has recently learned to sit and wait for his meals until he gets the release command. Anything else will have to come from his forever family who will be required to enroll Hermey in a professional training class. His smarts and his love of his people and food will make him a great pupil! Hermey was already neutered when he came into foster care. Since he’s been here he has had a dental cleaning with lots of extractions. He has about 15 teeth remaining and he does just fine! He is up to date on vaccinations and health tests and he is microchipped. He was not a fan of the vet which is not a surprise and they had to dig out their teeny tiniest muzzle for him. With me holding him they were able to get done what they needed but this will be something else his forever family can help him become accustomed to. Hermey still has some learning and rehabbing to do and he would thrive with a family who has some experience dealing with his behaviors. It’s easy to let these things slide with a small dog but Hermey deserves a chance to be a well-balanced boy so his family needs to be committed to working with him. A calm household will be best for him as he builds his confidence and will also be helpful to keep his medical condition under control. He is a lover on his terms so his new family needs to be able to give him space when he needs it and all of their attention when he’s ready for it. He loves his people, his blankets, his treats and his couch. If you have all of these things and need a new little man in your life then maybe Hermey is the guy for you! We’ll just be here in our blanket nest on the couch, waiting to hear from you… Name: Hermey ID # PDR1190 Age: 8yrs Gender: male Neutered: yes UTD vaccines: yes Breed: Long Haired Chihuahua Colours: red Coat length: long House trained: yes Special needs: yes, see bio OK with kids: no OK with cats: yes Ok with dogs: yes, some Status: adoptable Microchip: yes Size: X small Location: Kitchener Adoption fee: $700

**IF THIS LISTING IS STILL POSTED THIS DOG IS STILL AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION. NO NEED TO EMAIL ASKING IF THE DOG IS AVAILABLE. PLEASE READ THROUGH THIS BIO THOROUGHLY AS INFORMATION ON HOW TO APPLY IS CONTAINED IN THIS LISTING** For Adoption: Keith! Please read our dog bios carefully to be sure that the dog you are applying for suits your family and lifestyle. We at PDR believe in the benefits of post-adoption training for our dogs and their families. This allows for continued socialization, learning and helps to create a well-mannered and balanced dog. Post-adoption training is a requirement in our adoption process. To apply for adoption and for more information on our process and requirements, visit our website at https://pounddog.ca/adoption-info/. This handsome dude is Keith and he is a 3yr old Beagle looking for a great Beagle loving family to call his very own. Keith is a chunky Beagle weighing in at 40lbs (but needs to lose weight). He came to us from a shelter where he was an unclaimed stray. Keith was in good shape, aside from being overweight and obviously had been cared for prior and is accustomed to being in a house, so we don’t know why anyone would give up this lovely hound. He is looking for his happily ever after with a Beagle loving person or family where he will never be abandoned again. Keith is 100% Beagle and anyone interested in him needs to be experienced with hound breeds and fully understand that for him, and most hounds, smells are what its all about! Keith’s ideal walk would be on a long line in a wooded trail, large park, or out in the country, where he can really take in all kinds of good smells. He would not like to be an inner-city dog and only have pavement and concrete surrounding him. Keith does well on leash and doesn’t pull too badly, unless he catches a good scent and then he puts on the brakes and its all about investigating that smell. Keith would be very happy with multiple walks a day, and his waistline needs this too!! Keith is on a weight loss plan right now and needs his adoptive family to keep his exercise and diet regime up so he can be healthier. Keith is happy to be outside to do his business but being with his people trumps being outside by himself so he doesn’t like to spend a lot of time out in the yard alone. He loves sunbathing if you are out there with him, but otherwise, he is out for a good sniff of the yard, an occasional zoomie, and then he wants back in to hang with you. Keith is a generally quiet Beagle and isn’t much into the bugling that can come with the breed. When he does bark he has a deep and loud voice. We typically only hear him bark when he is outside and wants in….or if he gets super excited about dinner time and you aren’t serving up his meal quick enough. He loves his sniffs, but he doesn’t take sniffing as seriously as many other Beagles do. Keith is far more into a search for food! Food is his #1 priority in life. Keith is over zealous about food and cannot ever be trusted to be left alone with any food within his reach. He will even try to counter surf but thankfully isn’t tall enough to really get at anything, but that doesn’t mean he wont try. Anyone interested in Keith needs to ensure that food is always kept safely out of his reach….knowing that he will come up with inventive ways to get at unattended food if possible. Because Keith isn’t an overly vocal hound, he would do well in any manner of housing, and he doesn’t require a fenced in backyard if he gets multiple walks a day and many quick outings for bathroom breaks. He would love a yard to sniff around in and run his zoomies, and roll in grass, but its not essential for him. He will happily get a good grass roll in on a walk too. When not out on his perpetual mission to find food, Keith can be found inside, cuddled up in a chair or on the couch with his people. Keith doesn’t play favourites and will happily cuddle with whoever is sitting down. He loves a good cuddle and will often fall asleep on us or beside us. Keith is a big sucky and loves pets and attention and cuddle time. Keith isn’t much into playing with toys yet although we have found him claiming some Nylabone chew toys and running around the yard with them, proud as punch with his great find! Keith is doing well with housetraining but doesn’t know how to let you know he needs to go out so his people need to be proactive about this and let him out often. Keith has had some accidents when we were learning his signals but now we know that when he gets up to leave the room we are in it means he has to go. If you let him out regularly and pay attention to where he is at, Keith will not have accidents. His people need to fully understand tho that in a new home, learning a new schedule, there will be some accidents at the start. Keith is crated when we aren’t home and at night, and does well with this and is clean in his crate. He likes his crate and settles down for a rest whenever in it. Keith will greatly benefit from dog school and working with his people on obedience skills, building a bond, and better listening. Hounds can be more of a challenge to train as they are bred to work independently and Keith is no exception to this. He gets distracted easily if he thinks there is food to search out, or a good sniff outside. We don’t expect that he will be an obedience champion by going to class, but the lessons learned in school and the socialization are important for him. Keith came to us with no manners or training so he is learning now in his foster home but needs to continue his learning in his forever home. Keith currently lives with cats and other dogs in his foster home. He is good with both, although he can be a bossy pants with the other dogs when food is around. Keith would be happiest being the only dog in the home. He tolerates the other dogs in his foster home but doesn’t play with them or choose to interact with them. He really is all about his people. The cats in his foster home are very dog savvy and don’t run from dogs or cause any fuss and Keith is good with them. He would not do well in a home with a cat that reacts to him or runs from him as he will chase. When it comes to children Keith is well mannered and gentle. As a hound he is a total flight risk so we will only consider a home for him with kids 8yrs of age or older who can be responsible to ensure that the door isn’t being held open and gates are closed snugly every single time. If Keith gets out the door or gate he will be gone following smells. He is a dog that will be just fine though if younger children visit as long as the adults are minding the doors. Keep in mind though that young kids mean that any food they have are at Keith level and he will think nothing of stealing food from a child’s hand. Keith is a Beagle lover’s dream dog. He is moderate energy outside and a total couch potato inside. He is very friendly and greets all new people as best friends he just hasn’t met yet. He loves meeting new people and getting pets from strangers. If you adore hounds and want one of your own, and are able to commit to helping Keith get back to his ideal weight and fitness level then he would love to meet you and see if this is a love match!! #rescuedismyfavoritebreed #rescuedog #adoptdontshop #pounddogs #pdr12years #pounddogrescue12yearsstrong Name: Keith ID # PDR2065 Age: 3yrs Gender: male Neutered: yes UTD vaccines: yes Breed: Beagle Colours: tri Coat length: short House trained: yes Special needs: no OK with kids: older OK with cats: yes Ok with dogs: not to live with Status: adoptable Microchip: yes Size: medium Location: Drumbo Adoption fee: $800

For Adoption: Gino! Please read our dog bios carefully to be sure that the dog you are applying for suits your family and lifestyle. We at PDR believe in the benefits of post-adoption training for our dogs and their families. This allows for continued socialization, learning and helps to create a well-mannered and balanced dog. Post-adoption training is a requirement in our adoption process. To apply for adoption and for more information on our process and requirements, visit our website at https://pounddog.ca/adoption-info/. This dapper gentleman is on the hunt for his partner in crime, his forever person or family, his adventure and snuggle buddy. Meet Gino, an approximately 18-month-old Chihuahua cross with a gorgeous blue and tan, sleek and shiny coat. He weighs around 12lbs and has a long legged, athletic build. People often think Gino is older than he really is due to the white hair in his face that looks like age sprinkles here and there, but he really is just the youngest 'old man' looking guy. Although a little shy at first, this guy is so devoted, comical and adventuresome and is willing to do anything with his person. If you like the kind of dog that wants to be included in every aspect of your life possible, keep reading, because you may have just found ‘the one’. Gino came to us from an animal hoarding situation where he lived with well over 50 other dogs. Although the dogs were loved, they really lacked socialization and veterinary care. Gino has a couple of items lingering from his lack of care, but nothing of concern that causes him any issues or requires any treatment. First, he has a scar on his eye that shows up as a cloudy spot on his pupil. This does not affect his vision in a negative way, does not cause him any issues at all and there is nothing to be on the look out for regarding it. Second, Gino had what appeared to be some bruising of his spinal cord. When he first came into rescue, he would lose his balance regularly and had a real lack of strength in his back end. With some physio exercises, strength building and time, this has healed up. Very occasionally he may lose his balance, but it is very minor, he recovers quickly from it and it does not affect his mobility. He may always have moments of losing his footing, but it is so rare and minor it is nothing of concern. Gino is very much a 'people' dog. Even though he currently lives with other dogs and generally gets along with them well, he chooses his person over them every time. He will snuggle with them, play with them, and is happy to walk with them, but his true joy comes from spending time and adventuring with his person. Gino bonds hard and fast and can get possessive of them where other dogs are concerned. It's for this reason that he would be best suited as the only dog getting all the attention to himself. If he were to live with another dog, it would have to be one that is fine taking a back seat in the human affection department or it could be a source of conflict for them. Gino finds dogs larger than himself to be intimidating having not had exposure to them prior to rescue. His choice of a canine companion would be an independent, more submissive female dog his size or smaller, but again, as long as he has you, he doesn't care if he has a dog companion. Gino will require an adult only home or one with teens. He is one that will try and dart out a door and needs everyone in his home to be fully aware of this and have the utmost responsibility to guard against him running out. A busy home with a lot of comings and goings will be too much for him and as is the noise and activity level of children as well. A quiet, peaceful home suits this boy best. In the home Gino is generally well behaved and is sure to be found wherever you are...bathroom and all. He is what some might call a 'velcro' dog. Gino wants to be included in everything you do, as much as possible. It would be difficult for Gino to spend an entire workday alone without his people as his joy and sense of security is very much tied to their presence. We are looking for someone who is either retired or works from home so Gino doesn't have to spend hours on end by himself. He also has a little (albeit manageable) separation anxiety that presents as some barking when you leave the home and boy can he sing the song of his people when you return. He is so overjoyed it is hard for him to contain himself. Gino will not be suitable for an attached dwelling situation as he is sure to disturb your neighbours during these periods of your coming and going. Although he is housetrained and readily goes to the bathroom outside, he is not yet sure how to signal to you that he needs to go. He is crate trained which is very helpful for those periods when you can't watch him and being proactive with getting him outside is key. He is ridiculously smart though and as long as you are consistent with routine and supervision, he will catch onto your schedule and expectations quickly. Outside of the home, Gino is a great walker and he rarely barks at other animals unless they encroach in his personal space or are vocally reactive themselves. If you find yourself in that situation, creating space and distracting Gino is very easy as he lives to please you. He wants to learn how to make you happy and be the dog you want him to be, but he needs you to take the lead and make sure he has space if he is feeling insecure. Aside from that, he is all about adventure and is happy to hit a trail, sit on a patio with you, visit friends and family or do a road trip. In his time in foster, Gino has traveled very well in the car, happy to curl up and sleep in his crate or on the seat where he is harnessed in for safety. Gino was a rockstar at the vet and has been absolutely wonderful to bathe and groom. He has shown no aggression whatsoever in these situations. In fact, his vet team commented on how lovely he was to work with. Gino's teeth are still in great shape and working on getting him used to brushing and chewing dental chews will go a long way to them staying like that. He has no dietary issues, he just needs gradual introductions to new food and treats. Gino has no health issues and is a young, strong, athletic guy with many years ahead of him. If you are looking for that dog you can include in your life as much as possible and aren't one content to never leave your yard or home, Gino just might be your guy. He has so much love and affection to give, he possesses that deep devotion to his people that Chihuahuas are so well known for and he has the heart, curiosity and athleticism to be your adventuring pal. Gino charms everyone he meets and he is going to steal your heart...you will be so glad that he did! #rescuedismyfavoritebreed #rescuedog #adoptdontshop #pounddogs #pdr12years #pounddogrescue12yearsstrong Name: Gino ID # PDR2058 Age: 18mths Gender: male Neutered: yes UTD vaccines: yes Breed: Chihuahua X Colours: grey and tan Coat length: short House trained: yes Special needs: no OK with kids: no OK with cats: U/K Ok with dogs: yes Status: adoptable Microchip: yes Size: small Location: Kitchener Adoption fee: $800

For Adoption: Maestro! Please read our dog bios carefully to be sure that the dog you are applying for suits your family and lifestyle. We at PDR believe in the benefits of post-adoption training for our dogs and their families. This allows for continued socialization, learning and helps to create a well-mannered and balanced dog. Post-adoption training is a requirement in our adoption process. To apply for adoption and for more information on our process and requirements, visit our website at https://pounddog.ca/adoption-info/. You’re about to meet the most special dog who charms everyone he comes in contact with!! He loves all people and thinks everyone should be his best friend. This is Maestro and he is a gorgeous blue and tan French Bulldog who is 3yrs old. He weighs about 24 lbs. Now before we get all our Frenchie loving people wanting to adopt, we have to stress that it is very important that anyone interested in Maestro read his bio in full, as he is a special needs little guy. It’s nothing that slows him down and he certainly doesn’t know that he is differently abled, but it is something that his new family needs to embrace, manage and love him for. See, Maestro was previously owned by a senior and had been given to his owner as a gift. They loved Maestro, but unfortunately were not prepared financially for a Frenchie, which is a breed known for many medical issues. Terribly, Maestro had a herniated disc injury occur in his back. He was paralyzed in the back end and needed a lot of management. His owner did not opt for the surgery that could have fixed Maestro and instead chose to manage his condition as best as they could. The owner was struggling with their own serious medical issues and couldn’t care for Maestro as was needed, and sadly surrendered him to a pound. Thankfully the pound saw a dog that was happy, friendly and eternally optimistic and they reached out to rescues to find a spot for him. We are Bulldog lovers and took him on fully prepared to schedule the back surgery we expected he would need. We were very pleased to discover upon meeting Maestro for the first time that he was much more mobile than we were thinking…he was zooming around on his leash, with his wonky back end, super thrilled to be meeting us all. We got right to work on the vet visit, and then an appointment with a neurology specialist at OVC, and were really disappointed to learn that unfortunately, too much time had passed since the disc herniated, to when we got him; and the window for surgical repair had closed. Had his owner surrendered him a month or so sooner, we could have maybe helped him more, but we were told at the specialist appointment, and then again in a consult between our vet and the specialist, that he was not a surgical candidate. His back was healing itself but without that surgery, it will only heal to a certain extent, and there is a 6mth window for this healing. Maestro is closing in on that and we can say that as he is today, he is happy, pain free, medication free, and able to get around very well…..but….he has limited feeling in his back legs. He walks with a straight gait in the back end and his rear legs don’t always know where they are going. It’s more noticeable when he is walking slowly, and much less noticeable when he is racing around…and let me tell ya, he can race around!!! Maestro doesn’t need any assistance with walking and he can sit, lie down, stand all on his own. He has a wonky back end but he has a solid front end and as a Frenchie, he has a muscular chest that really helps with his mobility. When his disc initially herniated, he was fully paralyzed and lost the ability to express his bladder. We are happy to say that along with being mobile now, he also has control over his bladder and is able to do all bathroom duties on his own. He does though, sometimes squirt a bit of urine when getting up or if excited, so he wears a diaper in the home to protect against that. It doesn’t happen all the time, and often he has a clean diaper, but he doesn’t mind the diaper at all and stands nicely for us to put it on when he comes in from outside, and it catches any unintended squirts that may happen. He is clean in his crate and doesn’t need his diaper when crated. He will come with a nice selection of doggy diapers…we just need his new person or family to be fully committed to caring for a dog that has mobility special needs and are fine with a dog that is diapered in the home. He also sometimes pees on his front legs so he gets regular quick baths to keep him clean, usually just leg wash downs. He is fine to bathe and it’s easy to do. We really want to focus on that all that is great about Maestro as there is so much more to this little dog than his disability. Maestro is a joyful clown of a dog and everything we all love about Frenchies. He is a big cuddle bug and loves to be on your lap. He loves his walks and gets so excited when you put his leash on. He is equally good on walks around the neighbourhood, or on a long line out in the fields or on trails. If he is always to be walking on cement or pavement he should wear little booties or socks on his back feet to protect them as sometimes his back feet scrape the ground. On the grass or softer surfaces, this isn’t required. Maestro is great in the car and is a fantastic travel companion. We crate him in the car for his safety and he settles in quietly for the ride. He is eternally happy and always has a grin on his face. He is a dog that makes people smile when they see him and he is always happy to meet a new friend. Maestro is a very social little dude and he thinks everyone should be a buddy of his. Maestro is great with other dogs and can nicely live with another dog. It would be best for the other dog to be of similar size to him, or if larger, then an older, more mature dog, would be best. Maestro does like to play with other dogs and we need to guard against further back injury, so playing with a large dog would not be ideal. In his foster home he has a Frenchie bestie and they play really nicely together. He does respect the older dogs in his foster home and doesn’t bother them to play. Maestro loves chewing on dog toys and playing with stuffies. Maestro is not good with cats and will not be adopted out to a home with cats or other small animals in it. Maestro would be fine in a home with children old enough to be aware of his back injury and to be careful with him. Older children who won’t topple down on top of him or push on his back would be just fine. Maestro would like a home where he isn’t left for a full work day. In his prior home someone was home all the time and so he isn’t used to be left for very long. He is crated when we leave and does well with this, but he is only left for a few hours at a time. He can be vocal initially when he is crated, but quiets down and then rests quietly until your return. His home needs to have easy access to a safe, fenced yard. When out of his crate he needs to get out to pee asap and so having his crate set up close to the door to the yard works well for him. He doesn’t like to be left outside alone for any length of time but does well to get his jobs done out in the yard, before then going for a walk. When he is out in the yard you will fully see just how able this disabled dog is. Maestro loves to RUN, and boy is he speedy. You would never know he has anything wrong with him when you watch him zoom from one end of the yard to the other. He loves to run and he does so with gusto. Its adorable to watch!! His little back legs just fly along with him, often popping out to the side, but he doesn’t care cuz he’s zooming! Adopters with previous French Bulldog or other Bulldog experience are preferred, as they are a special breed with specific needs to keep them happy and healthy. He will need to have his wrinkles cleaned on a regular basis as well as special attention to any potential allergies associated with food. He is doing well on the food he is on in our care, which is a top quality diet, and he should be kept on this. Frenchies are prone to environmental allergies and he may need allergy meds throughout his life, although so far he has been ok and showing no signs of having any allergies. Adopters should also regularly maintain his teeth through brushing and/or dental treats. Potential adopters should be aware of possible breed specific health issues and commit to any financial needs he may have in the future to maintain his health. This is a breed that comes with an assortment of potential medical issues and they are known as a high maintenance breed for upkeep and medical care. His family needs to be fully aware of this and be financially able to care for anything that Maestro will need in his life. Which leads us to the question, what does the future look like for Maestro? This is hard for us to say exactly. Our vet has told us that there is nothing holding him back from being adopted, we just need to find that special person or family that has a kind heart and is willing to work with a special needs dog, and is financially secure should he have any future back issues. He still has time for his back to heal further and get more mobility, however he may never become more mobile. If he continues to get better, fantastic! We can say in the time we have had him he has strengthened and is more mobile than when we got him. If he stays as he is, that’s ok. He is happy, pain free and he is mobile. He can do the deck stairs, he can get around well, he is A-OK just as he is. Could he suffer another herniated disc? Yes, that could happen, or it won’t. We don’t know. But with Frenchie’s that is a risk you take. This is something that they are prone to. Should this happen, he would require back surgery immediately to fix it. His family needs to guard against this by not letting him become overweight, by keeping him lean and muscular, and by not letting him jump up on the couch (he does try sometimes!) or jump down from the couch, bed etc. When lifting him, support his entire back. Don’t let him engage in overly rough wrestling with other dogs…just general things to keep his back safe. What we can tell you is that Maestro is SO worth the extra maintenance and care, and even that special care is minimal. It’s easy to put his diaper on…and we don’t care if he has a little squirt in it…oh well. Toss it in the wash and put on another. He is low energy in the home and super easy to have around. He likes to have a nice bed to chew his Nylabones in. He likes naps. He follows you around the house but settles in whatever room you are in. We block off the stairs so he doesn’t go up them as he would certainly try. He is quiet in the home and such an easy dog to live with. He loves cuddles and he makes us laugh all the time. If it weren’t for his hatred of cats we as his foster family would have adopted him…hands down. He is just so special. We know that there is a Frenchie loving person or family out there that will see what this amazing dog has to offer. If you are interested in Maestro send us in an application and be sure to tell us in there why you feel that you would be a great fit for Maestro. The more you can tell us about your home, your knowledge of this breed etc the better. We know that there is super kind and compassionate person/people out there that would just love to have a happy little Frenchie companion and we look forward to meeting them!! Name: Maestro ID # PDR2088 Age: 3yrs Gender: male Spayed: yes UTD vaccines: yes Breed: French Bulldog Colours: blue and tan Coat length: short House trained: has accidents, see bio Special needs: yes, see bio OK with kids: older OK with cats: no Ok with dogs: yes Status: adoptable Microchip: yes Size: small Location: Drumbo Adoption fee: $800

**IF THIS LISTING IS STILL POSTED THIS DOG IS STILL AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION. NO NEED TO EMAIL ASKING IF THE DOG IS AVAILABLE. PLEASE READ THROUGH THIS BIO THOROUGHLY AS INFORMATION ON HOW TO APPLY IS CONTAINED IN THIS LISTING** For Adoption: Caleb! Please read our dog bios carefully to be sure that the dog you are applying for suits your family and lifestyle. We at PDR believe in the benefits of post-adoption training for our dogs and their families. This allows for continued socialization, learning and helps to create a well-mannered and balanced dog. Post-adoption training is a requirement in our adoption process. To apply for adoption and for more information on our process and requirements, visit our website at https://pounddog.ca/adoption-info/. I am delighted to introduce Caleb, a 7 month old Hound and Lab mix. Caleb came to our rescue from a local pound with a leg injury which is now healed. He weighed in for his neuter surgery at 44 pounds. Caleb is still a puppy with lots of growing left to do. He is a high energy pup who requires a lot of exercise and mental stimulation. He is looking for an outdoorsy and active person or family who can take him on many adventures and get out with him daily for long walks and hikes before a good evening couch cuddle. He currently goes on 4 or 5 walks daily with a minimum total of 7 km daily. Several times a week we go to the local conservation areas for a 5 km hike and on those days we may reach a total of 9 or 10 km. I believe Caleb would be a good candidate for agility training later on after he does his basic obedience training classes as he is highly trainable and loves to learn and work. Best advice I was given is that a well behaved puppy is a tired puppy. We have taken this to heart and because he gets his energy needs met, Caleb is a very laid back gentle boy who has done no typical puppy mischief in the house …although he recently thought it was fun to steal my slippers and hide them in one of his beds. At home Caleb is quite content to curl up on one of his beds and either nap or chew on his many toys both soft and hard. He delights in going to the toy box and taking out several toys to play with each day and leave them all over the house. He enjoys chasing toys down the hall but hasn’t quite got the idea of returning them to me. Caleb no longer follows me as my shadow and is happy to relax on his own in another room, mostly the living room where he has taken over the couch as his favourite go to place. . Caleb quickly learned the command “sit” and automatically sits to have his lead put on for walks and also when he returns home. We have an after walk routine; Caleb goes to the couch and wiggles himself silly until I come over and give him tummy rubs which he loves. My neighbour has nicknamed him the love bug. In the house Caleb is pretty good on the recall command. We often go to a nearby green space on a 50 foot long line so he can run. His recall can be comical as he comes running full speed and doesn’t always stop and I have to side step so he doesn’t run into me. It’s a work in progress. Caleb loves being outdoors and he spends time on a 30 foot long line in the yard with me since I don’t have a fenced in yard. He would love a home with a fenced in back yard where he could run and play, but this won’t be a replacement for his daily walks. He will do just fine without a fenced yard too as long as he gets his energy needs met like he does in his foster home. In the morning when I open his crate Caleb does a big stretch and then waits for an all over body rub before heading to his favourite couch waiting for me to get my shoes on for our first walk of the day. He is very patient and once he knows I’m ready he comes over to get his lead put on. At the writing of this bio he has been with me just over a month and has made amazing progress. Caleb is a very intelligent puppy who is quick to learn. He walks well on lead and rarely pulls. I have trained him on the gentle leader head halter but I haven’t found he really needs it. I was expecting him to pull when he saw bunnies, chipmunks and squirrels on our walks but he just stops and watches them until they disappear and then continues our walk. One evening Caleb spotted a baby toad on the road and was fascinated. He gently nudged it with his nose and it did a little hop forward. Caleb continued this sweet gentle play for several minutes before we resumed our walk. Caleb is a highly social puppy who loves to meet and greet new people and dogs. He is very gentle with these encounters and is a bit upset with me when I won’t let him meet everyone. Caleb recently met my neighbours 2 cats in a friendly manner. He has no problems with cars going by but large trucks and the back-up noise made by the garbage truck frightened him. Caleb is being fostered in a small rural community with nearby green spaces for his walks. He is not a candidate for a busy urban area as some traffic noises can be startling for him, but a quieter subdivision, a town, or a rural area would suit him well. Caleb is highly food motivated. Unless he’s being rewarded for obedience training sessions Caleb has to work for his treats. He was quick to solve simple treat puzzles and I have gone up to higher level ones. Caleb can be a counter surfer so all food needs to be kept out of his reach. He is a bottomless pit with a hearty appetite just like any growing puppy. During the day when it’s getting near meal time he will sometimes sit and look longingly at the counter area where his treat and food containers are kept hoping I’ll give in. Caleb has issues with separation anxiety that are being worked on. He rarely barks or whines unless I leave the house and then he will whine/howl until I come home. Because of this Caleb should not be in an apartment or condo home. We have been working together on this. We have found that a sturdy crate, and a frozen stuffed Kong or marrow bone to keep him busy when I’m gone seems to do the trick for him. When he has a food treat that lasts for a few hours he’s quiet in his crate. Caleb goes into his crate willingly with a treat and quietly sleeps through the night. Caleb is a wonderful pup, full of love and a sweet gentle nature. He is looking for a home preferably with a fenced in yard where he can free play and run to work off his high energy. His family needs to be outdoor oriented regardless of the season, already active walkers/runners/hikers, and willing to spend the time walking and hiking that this dog needs. He would be fine with older children who would enjoy teaching him how to play fetch. Caleb shouldn’t be left on his own for long periods of time and would be best with someone who works from home, or is otherwise home more than away. Caleb is looking for a family with the time and energy to bring out his full potential and who enjoy couch cuddles with a very affectionate, loveable dog. Name: Caleb ID # PDR2094 Age: 7mths Gender: male Neutered: yes UTD vaccines: yes Breed: Lab/Hound Colours: white and tan Coat length: short House trained: yes Special needs: no OK with kids: older OK with cats: yes Ok with dogs: yes Status: adoptable Microchip: yes Size: large Location: Freelton Adoption fee: $900

**IF THIS LISTING IS STILL POSTED THIS DOG IS STILL AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION. NO NEED TO EMAIL ASKING IF THE DOG IS AVAILABLE. PLEASE READ THROUGH THIS BIO THOROUGHLY AS INFORMATION ON HOW TO APPLY IS CONTAINED IN THIS LISTING** For Adoption: Cinnamon! Please read our dog bios carefully to be sure that the dog you are applying for suits your family and lifestyle. We at PDR believe in the benefits of post-adoption training for our dogs and their families. This allows for continued socialization, learning and helps to create a well-mannered and balanced dog. Post-adoption training is a requirement in our adoption process. To apply for adoption and for more information on our process and requirements, visit our website at https://pounddog.ca/adoption-info/. Let us introduce you to Cinnamon! She is a very good looking three year old Lab/Pointer cross, and she is the happiest, most affectionate dog you will meet! She is large sized, about 50 lbs and 26 inches tall (at the shoulder). Cinnamon has shades of chocolate, with a swirl of white fur on her chest and a couple white spots on her toe. Her eyes are honey colored and it is easy to get lost staring into them as she happily pants, smiling at you. Cinnamon is not only good looking on the outside, but is a total sweetheart on the inside. She loves to do the “spin and plop”, cuddle, and fall asleep next to you. She has such a happy and goofy personality that will make you cherish her as part of your family. She was perfectly house trained and crate trained. She has no crate anxiety and will happily hop into the crate on command for breakfast, dinner, or even a treat. She can happily stay in a crate for up to 9 hours if needed and calmly naps during that time. She also sleeps in her crate at night just fine and enjoys a good bedtime snack when she goes in for the night. She is also very comfortable eating her meals in the crate. She is very well-behaved indoors. She loves chewing on bones and will entertain herself with them for hours. Cinnamon loves to play tug and play fetch in the yard. She has such a happy playful personality. Her silly play behaviour will make you laugh every time. Cinnamon gets very, very excited about other dogs. She sometimes still barks at a dog while out on a walk. She gets excited when she sees another dog so we have been working on this with her. She has been improving day by day. It will be necessary for her future owners to continue this training. Her owners will need to be experienced with leash excitability in a dog as well so she is not a suitable dog for a first time dog owner. If you have rules about walking and adhere to them, her walks are very enjoyable. It is easy to walk with her even when other dogs are also out for a walk. Make sure to keep a positive rapport with her on walks, but also be strict about her walking behaviour. Cinnamon is a very healthy, athletic, active dog and her forever home must be up to the task of keeping her exercised. Successful owners will ideally enjoy playing retrieve with Cinnamon, go for walks and take her to obedience training. Cinnamon is not a suitable dog for someone who just wants to take their dog for a walk once a day and not much else. Cinnamon loves people so much. She is such a people pleaser that doing things with people makes her very happy. She loves to go for car rides and travels very well in the car. She is quiet and relaxing in the vehicle even for long car rides. She absolutely loves playing with a ball with her people and is happily entertained playing fetch for quite a while. She is a very happy and playful dog and always up for a good time. But she can also chill in the home with you and loves affection and cuddles. She is up for whatever you are up for! Cinnamon loves people very much but because of her happy enthusiasm we would recommend a family with older kids. With her high energy and stimulation levels, she needs to be in a home with no other animals. She loves having a fenced yard so she can run around and play. She is such a fun dog to have around. She is always happy, very affectionate, loyal and loving. There has not been a person yet she has not loved to be around. We want to make sure that this big sweetheart makes her way to a great adoptive family that will take care of her for the rest of her life.