PEANUT

Female | 13 years old | 12 pounds | Low energy | Best as a solo dog | Likely ok with cats | Best with older kids | From Ontario | Fostered in Mississauga | Affectionate and gentle 

She’s cute, and she knows it. Meet PEANUT! Busy settling into foster care, PEANUT over here is in search of a patient adopter who’s eager to help her become her most confident, self-assured, well, self.

She’d snooze all day if she could, preferably next to her people. That said, she’s also willing to do anything provided that treats are on the line! She’s highly food motivated, this one. PEANUT also happens to be a friendly gal who enjoys meeting new people. She’d love it if you were home more often than not. Do you work from home? That would be her ideal scenario!

Alongside her foster fam, PEANUT has been learning boundaries and diligently working on crate training. She craves attention from her people and has progressed so much in just a short while. She now settles without a peep (major win!) as soon as her crate is covered and sleeps in it overnight.

PEANUT will live her best life in a home with older, dog-savvy kids (if any!) who can respect her need for personal space. No dogs, though! She’s a solo scruff in the home kind of gal. Her interactions with other dogs have ranged from indifferent to heightened, which can involve her lunging. We recommend she meet any potential dog pals slowly on a leash, in a controlled setting. 

We also wanted to share that this scruff is doing well with picking up basic commands such as sit and stay, and will continue to progress with house training in her adoptive home. Think PEANUT might just be the one for you? Apply to adopt!

Please note: Adoption fees for senior scruffs vary depending on age, breed, and health! PEANUT’s adoption fees are $550.

PEANUT will be a special guest at our upcoming adoption event on Saturday, January 31st from 12pm to 3pm at Global Pet Foods - Erin Mills (2901 Eglinton Ave W, Mississauga). Come meet her and see if she might be the right fit for you! Note: This event is only open to SOS adoptables. If you have your own scruff, we ask that you please leave them at home!

TODD

Male | 5 years old | ~55 pounds | Medium energy | Hasn’t met cats or kids | Lives with dogs | From Burlington | Fostered in Waterloo | Social butterfly | Sweet & playful

Are you looking to introduce a little more play and a little more fun to your life? TODD could be your guy! He LOVES to play with his humans and is a wizard at being challenged to retrieve hidden toys and engage in structured tug, fetch, you name it!

Are you big on the outdoors and in search of a buddy to brighten up your winter? TODD will do just that with his love and enthusiasm for the snowy outdoors.

TODD will be with you every step of the way and likely bring a smile to your face with all his leaps, bounds, and somersaults in the snow.

Want to embark on a manageable challenge with a scruff who looks to you for guidance? TODD is learning how to slow down and focus on his structured strolls. It’s this kind of structure, combined with boundary setting, that’s also helped him overcome any anxiousness throughout the day.

Eager to kick back, relax, and sleep in on a Sunday morning? TODD will patiently and rather quietly wait in his crate for you before you head downstairs in search of a coffee. Right now, TODD has become accustomed to living with two dogs in the home, though he has yet to meet any others while out and about.

Want to meet and greet your neighbours with a waggy friend by your side? TODD has been up for this and seems to enjoy meeting new people. This is especially true if they are informed that he enjoys a good bum scritch, so much so that he will do foot stompies to show you’ve hit a good spot! We recommend that you monitor his interactions with kids, as he may jump out of excitement.

Are you ready to show up for TODD with some boundaries and clear guidance to help him settle in? Then you may be TODD’s forever person. He loves love, and he can’t wait to love you. Apply to adopt!

RENNIE

Male | 6 months old | 50 pounds | Medium energy | Good second dog | Previously met cats, playful | Has met young kids | From Manitoba | Fostered in Toronto | Playful & goofy | Quick learner

Ready to meet your new partner in crime? His name is RENNIE! His eagerness to greet his humans each and every morning (and any other time he exits his crate) is so sweet to see. He also likes to show off his butt wiggles and big stretches! He’s got the biggest and best playful personality, and he’s 100% the kind of scruff that thrives with human companionship (and routine!). If you’re looking for one, he’d be your most loyal BFF.

RENNIE’s days are chock-full of learning, playing, and structured walks (during which he’s working on redirection when other dogs pass by as he gets excited). He’s a big fan of chase and tug. He’s super food-motivated, which makes training extra fun, especially when his kibble is on the line. If we could humble-brag super quick, we’d tell you that he’s a master at sit and stay… even if he may sometimes pretend not to hear you! He’s also accomplished stairs, and house training and crate training have equally been a breeze.

RENNIE is thriving with structured crate time throughout the day, where he’s learning to settle and become comfortable in his own company. Routine is everything. As this young pup continues to learn, we think that he’d love living in a home with a (possibly bigger) dog to show him the ropes. Cats? RENNIE has done well with previously meeting cats, but it’s best if the cats have a place to escape Rennie's puppy energy. You know how it is! Curious and excited when meeting younger kids, RENNIE is likely to do well living with older dog-savvy kids, provided parents can commit to implementing boundaries where necessary.

One thing we’ve learned about RENNIE is that he needs a solid transition period to set him up for success. He does best with a little time to settle in and learn the routine, and he thrives when he has clear structure in place. RENNIE has some great foundational skills and would love to keep practicing and building on them. Classes would be a wonderful way for him to connect with his new handler, and he’d love a home that is excited to continue his training and support his growth.

Keen to meet your new BFF? Apply to adopt RENNIE!

MARGO - APP IN PROCESS

Female | 7 years old | 37 pounds | Medium-low energy | Has met kids of all ages | Hasn’t met cats | From Burlington | Fostered in Toronto | Playful & curious yet chill | Affectionate with her humans

People-pleaser alert! We’re only kidding, but honestly, MARGO over here loves attention from her people, which she knows will follow a job well done. With MARGO being as personable as she is, we’re happy to oblige!

This scruff’s transition from a shelter environment in Burlington to a condo environment in Toronto was straightforward. The sounds of the city haven’t fazed her, and she quickly settled in over the holidays. MARGO and her foster fam even checked out a live music venue recently, which was a success! Pretty accommodating if you ask us. As long as she can put her paws up (figuratively) and relax for a nap after. So, urban, rural, whatever the environment, MARGO is likely to do just fine.

MARGO’s ideal day involves outdoor time, nap time, and socialization time. Going on walks to new places and making new friends with humans and dogs is fun for her. If that sounds fun to you, you might be looking at your new canine companion. When you or others (kids included) meet her for the first time, she may jump, but she will settle after her initial excitement.

What else? She uses a crate like it’s no biggie, responds well to boundaries, and is pretty good on a leash. Triple threat? You betcha. Oh, and if you were curious, MARGO has decent recall and would be fine in her own company while you work your 9-5 job. Obviously, she’s a fan of cuddles, so that’s a must before she hits the hay in the evening.

Apply to adopt!

CARLOS

Male | 13 years old | 6 pounds | Low energy | Lives with dogs | Limited exposure to kids | Hasn’t met cats | From Hamilton | Fostered in Milton 

At 13, sweet senior CARLOS is all set to find his retirement home! Think you could help us set him up? Here are the deets: He likes to snooze, he likes to catch some Zzz’s, and he likes making friends with other scruffs. For CARLOS, it’s all about the little things in life, and he’s looking to enjoy those little things with someone perhaps just like yourself! Interested? Love that for you both!

Picture this: a pooch that snoozes by your side, keeping you company throughout the day and a fresh air buddy that gets you out and stretching your legs on a work break. Just FYI, he’s great on leash! Life with CARLOS is all about companionship, and you’ll soon find that after a period of getting to know you, he’ll become more comfortable and more readily show you his love.

For CARLOS, his crate is his safe space, and he uses it freely as he pleases. He also enjoys playing gently with his stuffies and his foster family’s dogs too, for that matter. CARLOS is happy living with other dogs and would continue to do well in a home as a second dog. Not only because he has fun playing with them, but also because having another dog(s) to learn from may help his confidence grow in his old age.

While CARLOS would likely do fine living with a cat, we think he’d do best in a home with no kids, as rambunctious energy might be too much for him. He’s working through anxiety and is regularly taking medication to help support him. All in all, living in a calm environment where there’s a consistent routine will set him up best going forward.

Apply to adopt!

Please note: Adoption fees for senior scruffs vary depending on age, breed, and health! CARLOS’ adoption fees are $550.

CARLOS will be a special guest at our upcoming adoption event on Saturday, January 31st from 12pm to 1pm at Global Pet Foods - Erin Mills (2901 Eglinton Ave W, Mississauga). Come meet him and see if he might be the right fit for you! Note: This event is only open to SOS adoptables. If you have your own scruff, we ask that you please leave them at home!

WOODY - APP IN PROCESS

Male | 5 months old | 35 pounds | Medium energy | Has met kids on walks | Previously lived with dogs | Hasn’t met cats | From Manitoba | Fostered in Toronto | Silly, smart & sweet

Cutest pup on the block? You betcha. Meet WOODY! This pup’s ideal day looks like drinking all the water in the house, playing with all of his toys, and cuddling with his humans. He needs his beauty sleep, of course, but when he’s energized, he likes to switch from toy to toy. Looking for a fun activity? WOODY is a fast learner and enjoys learning (and showing off!) new tricks. He also loves a game of tug!

WOODY is the kind of scruff who loves to love his people. Sure, he’s cautious at first, but he’s his most extroverted self once comfortable, and is ALWAYS happy to accept a belly rub if it is on offer. WOODY is well-behaved around people, and you’ll find he’s more than happy to sit while accepting pats and treats from kids. His energy and excitement levels do mean that interactions with youngsters should be monitored for the time being, though he’d likely do well living with them.

With a little mischievous side, sticking to a routine and implementing boundaries are key to life with WOODY. Lately, WOODY has been enjoying his walks in the city, though he’s yearning for an open space to run around. Speaking of walks, leash training has been a smooth process. That said, he is still working on not tugging. WOODY is very extroverted on his walks and gets excited to see new people and new dogs. With the right training, going for walks can be a fun activity for both WOODY and his future owners.

This scruff is growing fast… and is possibly a little clumsy because of it! He’s likely to grow to be a larger dog, and a family with dog experience would be a bonus. Of course, having the time and energy for continued training is a must.

WOODY currently has an app in process and we won’t be accepting any new applications for the time being.

SINPA

Male | 8.5 years old | 56 pounds | Medium energy | Enjoys living with a dog | Hasn’t met kids or cats | From Mexico | Fostered in Brantford | Cuddle bug | Tripawd

Meet SINPA. 8.5 years old and looking for his furever, SINPA is the kind of scruff that loves affection from his humans and would spend every morning cuddling you if he could. Sound like the perfect match? We think so, yes! He’s just so gosh darn lovable! Oh, and FYI, he LOVES a head massage. Fun fact: SINPA’s mid-air treat-catching ability is impressive, and even more so when you learn that he has one working eye! What else can we share about this? Well, SINPA had a previous injury to his left eye, which is now non-functional. It causes him no discomfort!

He’s a tripawd (AKA tripod), meaning he’s got 3 out of the 4 legs that dogs typically have. Does this stop him from enjoying all the things he loves most in this world? Definitely not. With his medium energy level, SINPA has been getting the hang of leashed walks. Know that he does have a fear of moving vehicles, which you’ll see from jumping or barking. He’s been diligently working through this with his foster family by his side. What’s going to really set him up for success is having a confident handler by his side who enforces a structured routine.

SINPA is comfortable living with his scruff brother, and we’re pleased to share that he has many dog pals in the neighbourhood. Human pals too, for that matter! He’s become a much more confident scruff in his foster’s care and thoroughly enjoys checking out new walking routes for maximum exploration. You’ll find he’s also a fan of stopping to smell the roses and basically any other smell.

SINPA is happy to exercise his independence when you’re out and about, likes passing the time by watching nearby squirrels, and inspecting the grass in his foster family’s yard. At home, you'll often find him at his favourite lookout post: the front screen door, where he keeps a watchful eye and occasionally shares his opinions about loud vehicles with some barking. What can we say? He loves his peace and quiet.

If you think SINPA might be the scruff for you, we’d love for you to apply to adopt!

Please note: Adoption fees for senior scruffs vary depending on age, breed, and health! SINPA’s adoption fees are $550.

ISAAC - APP IN PROCESS

Male | ~2 years old | 35 pounds | Medium energy | Coexists well with dogs | Hasn’t met cats | From Mexico | Fostered in Vaughan | Gentle, Curious, Explorer

Meet ISAAC, a gentle scruff who’s been slowly but surely coming out of his shell in his foster home. With his mostly white coat, cute tan ears, and unique speckled markings, ISAAC is an adorably compact 35 pounds—the perfect size for almost any living space! At just about 2 years old, it’s ISAAC’s sensitive, observant, and curious nature that will steal your heart.

Indoors, ISAAC is house-trained and crate-trained—his crate being his safe space where he feels most comfortable relaxing. He’s building confidence when meeting new people and exploring more of his foster home at his own pace. He is starting to enjoy being a part of the home’s daily rhythm and observing his foster family’s activities. With the people he trusts, he is incredibly affectionate—full of tail wags, kisses, and goofy excitement. Nothing is more heartwarming than his signature tippy-taps!

Outdoors is where ISAAC shines! He is a fantastic loose-leash walker, both attentive and easygoing, which makes for peaceful walks. His foster family hasn’t observed any prey drive or reactivity towards dogs or people. Occasional loud noises may make him pause, but he recovers quickly. ISAAC loves following his foster dog sister on pack walks and coexists well with her at home. That said, we think he’d be happiest as a solo dog where he doesn’t feel the need to compete for attention. He has not been tested with children and would likely do best with older, dog-savvy kids who can interact with him respectfully.

This scruff’s ideal home will stick to a routine, boundaries, and extend patience as he continues to learn and gain confidence. A couple of good walks, some outdoor exploring, and affection from his favourite humans would make a perfect day. If you’re looking for a sweet, loyal companion, apply to adopt ISAAC!

OPHELIA - APP IN PROCESS

Female | 4.5 months old | 19 pounds & growing! | Medium energy | Hasn’t met kids or cats | Curious and friendly meeting dogs | From Manitoba | Fostered in Toronto | Sweet, smart & playful

Meet our first adoptable of 2026! This is OPHELIA. She finds joy in activities such as fetch and cuddling. Oh, and she’s looking for a home!

OPHELIA absolutely loves her foster family, just as much as they’ve loved spending time caring for her. In fact, she’s fond of all humans and often wants to either play with them or be shown affection by them. With other dogs, she’s cautious yet calm and curious. Occasionally, these interactions can lead to her jumping, though more often than not, that isn’t the case.

Still young, OPHELIA shows some puppy tendencies (think: zoomies and occasional playful nipping). Once she’s used up all her extra energy, she shows off her most calm, loving, and gentle self. She’s a big fan of her human friends, as we said, and when she’s not in play mode, you can often find her napping near them throughout the day. 

Thus far, training OPHELIA has been rewarding for her foster family to experience right alongside her. Her leash walking skills in particular are something to be proud of… even if she’s stubborn and still prefers the warmth of a condo! Perhaps some cold-weather gear is in her future. She has great crate discipline (she’ll use it when asked) and knows commands, including sit, stay, lie down and is working on paw. She’s recently discovered her chatty husky side, and barking is something she’s taken to alert her people at mealtimes and, as you can imagine, she is treat-motivated. She’s a growing scruff, and is a voracious eater! 

Apply to adopt!

ZSA-ZSA

Female | 6.5 months old | 25 pounds & growing! | Medium energy | Friendly meeting kids | Has met some dogs | Hasn’t met cats, shows slight prey drive | From Manitoba | Fostered in Toronto | Playful & curious

Affectionate. Rambunctious. Friendly. These are all great descriptors of this scruff named ZSA-ZSA. At five months old, she’s growing a little more every day, and it’s her playful personality that keeps her foster family busy on any given day!

ZSA-ZSA’s playfulness, combined with her curious nature, can lead to a display of boisterous energy. But what exactly does this look like? A tendency to jump in excitement when she’s making new friends with other dogs. We love the energy she brings to the table, though she is working on calmer interactions, as not all dogs want to interact in a similar fashion. Her pushiness has us searching for an adopter(s) that will continue to be consistent with the rules and boundaries they establish with ZSA-ZSA.

Having met kids of all ages, ZSA-ZSA is always pleased to interact with them and shows more restraint in these scenarios. She has developed even more confidence in the care of her foster family as well, which is great to see. We’re also seeing that consistency in and of itself has been a great tool in helping ZSA-ZSA learn the ins and outs of leash walking, especially with all the distractions that public spaces inevitably involve.

ZSA-ZSA is in search of a family to call her own. Keen to adopt? Apply today!

ZSA-ZSA will be a special guest at our upcoming adoption event on Saturday, January 31st from 12pm to 3pm at Global Pet Foods - Erin Mills (2901 Eglinton Ave W, Mississauga). Come meet her and see if she might be the right fit for you! Note: This event is only open to SOS adoptables. If you have your own scruff, we ask that you please leave them at home!

LURA

Female | 8.5 years old | 43 pounds | Medium energy | Does well with slow intros to dogs | Gentle meeting young kids | No cats please, some prey drive | From Mexico | Fostered in Mississauga | Affectionate, curious & obedient

She’s just a gal who loves her walks and being with her humans! Meet LURA. Highly affectionate, LURA enjoys being around her people and uses every chance she gets for pats and snuggles. On the flip side, she can be independent, easily entertaining herself with toys. The confidence she’s gained lately has encouraged her to come out of her shell, progressing from reserved and shy to playful and outgoing. Love to see it!

At home, LURA has been busy learning new commands. Now and again, she might test a boundary. It’s important you reinforce them in such situations, as she thrives on structure, which is what rules provide. Lately, LURA has also been steadily improving on her leash walking skills. LURA has been receptive to training and passes dogs without a fuss and coexists well with dogs after a slow introduction. Of course, her humans will need to continue advocating for her space.

LURA is (somewhat) lower in energy, BUT that doesn’t mean she doesn’t need exercise and mental stimulation… of course she does! This gal loves to explore, which she does by checking out new walking routes and sniffing all the smells that she comes across in the neighbourhood. Occasionally, she might appear interested in a squirrel or rabbit, though all this takes is a little redirection.

LURA enjoys using her crate as her personal space for downtime and often uses it all on her own. On the whole, she’s well-suited to quieter home environments. That said, know that it could also bring her a lot of joy, living in a home with kids. She loves meeting new people, showing how calm and welcoming she is. We can’t wait for you to meet her.

Keen to adopt? Apply today!

Please note: Adoption fees for senior scruffs vary depending on age, breed, and health! LURA’s adoption fees are $550.

This dog is sponsored by PetSmart! This means their adoption process includes a visit to PetSmart’s Mississauga Lakeshore location to finalize the adoption. Adopters will receive an exclusive PetSmart adoption kit with $300 worth of coupons and special offers! Plus, adopting through PetSmart Charities helps support rewards and grants that benefit pets in need.

NANDO - PENDING ADOPTION

Male | 10 years old | 22 pounds | Low energy | Has previously met dogs | Good solo dog | Has met older kids | Hasn’t met cats | From Mexico | Curious & sweet

He’s legendary. He’s got heart. He’s NANDO. Bringing the heat, or, rather, the affection when you need it most, NANDO is as loyal as they come. Some even consider him a Velcro dog :) You’ll soon find that all this scruff wants is to be with his people, which, in our books, is the best kind of soul-soothing comfort out there. Feel free to give him ALL the tummy rubs. 

NANDO is big on Netflix and napping, but, while he may be a senior, he’s got a sweet puppy-like energy to him with some goofball tendencies. Some of his fav pastimes include using his nose to sniff all the smells and playing hide and seek during a midday burst of energy. Then, of course, it’s back to his nap schedule.

Being a little shy in new situations, it’s your confident, calm guidance that will have him catching on quickly to what he needs to learn in your care! While he warms up to people fairly quickly giving kisses right off the bat, it can take him more time to get comfortable with males. With you advocating for him, he’ll quickly learn to trust you’re setting him up for success. He’s likely to do well in a calm, quiet home where his people are home more often than not.

Just like the first bite of that perfectly grilled peri-peri chicken, this scruff will add a burst of joy to your everyday life. Apply to adopt NANDO today. It’s a wing-wing situation after all!

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BELLA

Female | 6.5 years | 60lbs Hound mix | Low energy

About me

Needs proper intros | Good second dog | Good exposure to dogs and children | Not cat tested | Currently training with a prong collar

A Day in the Life

I love going for walks with my hooman, we go for 3 walks a day for 1 hour each. While my hooman is at work, I relax and nap in my crate. I love it!

Fun Facts

I am from mexico, I love hanging out with kids, and cats kinda make me a little too excited.

Skills & Qualities

Cuddling

Leash Walking

Crate Training

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BELLA

Female | 6.5 years | 60lbs Hound mix | Low energy

About me

Needs proper intros | Good second dog | Good exposure to dogs and children | Not cat tested | Currently training with a prong collar

A Day in the Life

I love going for walks with my hooman, we go for 3 walks a day for 1 hour each. While my hooman is at work, I relax and nap in my crate. I love it!

Fun Facts

I am from mexico, I love hanging out with kids, and cats kinda make me a little too excited.

Skills & Qualities

Cuddling

Leash Walking

Crate Training