Alison Childs

October 20, 2026

DOMINO

Alison Childs

October 20, 2026

Meet DOMINO! He may be small in size, but his affection is big! An expert cuddler, this loyal scruff loves his humans and wants nothing more than to hang out with them all day. DOMINO’s perfect day consists of a long walk (or two!), following his foster family around the house, car rides, and lots of pets and lap sitting. Sounds like a perfect day to us as well!

DOMINO is thriving in a routine and has his walking skills down pat (left-side walking anyone?). He may show some cautiousness towards strangers, but gentle support helps him navigate these interactions. He is very well behaved through the night, and while he hasn’t yet been left completely alone, DOMINO has shown no destructive behaviours or separation anxiety. When you return home, he’ll be sure to greet you at the front door with lots of excitement and a wagging tail!

This gentle scruff currently lives with kids, so consider this a bonus! DOMINO has extra patience and sweetness reserved just for tiny humans. He has met other dogs outside of the house and is friendly with most of them, so with proper introductions, canine siblings would be no problem for DOMINO. He doesn’t fixate on or chase squirrels, so a cat home could be a possible fit as well.

As a pup who’s growing his confidence and showing more of his curious side each day, DOMINO is looking for a furever family that’s excited to make him an integral part of their lives.

Think you might like to bring this sweet boy into your life? Apply to adopt! DOMINO would love to meet you!

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Laurel McLeod

September 25, 2026

GUMBY

Laurel McLeod

September 25, 2026

He might not be a blocky green humanoid made of clay, but he very well could be your canine companion. This right here is GUMBY.

With his medium energy level, GUMBY is a social and energetic young scruff, who will thrive in a home where guidance and, of course, a little adventure is more common than not. Wherever he goes, you’ll find that he enjoys making new human friends, which is always something that has him doing his seriously cute full body wiggles. Just you wait and see!

His foster family has found that consistency helps settle him into a routine. Sure, he’s energetic, but while he knows how to play hard, he enjoys resting just as much and can entertain himself when needed. His current living environment is on a farm and he totally loves it. He enjoys being off leash when he can while keeping an eye on the different animals. In general, giving him time for movement followed by rest works well. He’s accustomed to playtime throughout the day, time for obedience training, and structured walks. GUMBY is a good listener, which enables him to easily pick up verbal commands and, we’ll have you know, that his place cot happens to be his safe space.

GUMBY is a great walker on leash. What’s he working on? His interactions when meeting new dogs. GUMBY lives with other dogs and plays well with the younger female scruff and coexists with the others. He can take a bit of time to warm up to new furry friends and while he’s been showing more curiosity towards them lately, he’d likely be happiest as a solo dog. When it comes to adult humans, this scruff loves to cuddle. That said, don’t get it twisted - he’s not clingy!

Think you might like to bring this happy-go-lucky guy into your life? Apply to adopt!

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Laurel McLeod

September 20, 2026

BLUE - ADOPTION IN PROGRESS

Laurel McLeod

September 20, 2026

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“Yo, listen up here's a story, about a little guy, that lives in a blue world…”

It’s BLUE’s world, and we’re just living in it! BLUE can be best described as sweet, saucy, and a little bit bossy. Unlike the song suggests, he certainly ain’t a little guy and he’s got the personality to match. As a husky mix, he’s a medium size breed though also happens to be carrying some extra weight. Regular walks, proper nutrition, an overall active lifestyle… all of this will continue to benefit him on his weight loss journey.

“And all day and all night, and everything he sees is just blue, like him inside and outside...”

Let’s talk about inside the home. BLUE is housetrained and when it’s time to kick back and relax, he loves to lean into affection from his humans. He happens to be a big fan of butt scratches. Now onto outside the home, then. BLUE walks nicely on leash. He’s working on his socialization skills, especially when it comes to building confidence around other dogs. He currently lives with dogs in his foster’s care and has shown he can be more defensive when faced with direct interactions inside the home. Slow interactions and continuing to work with him on resource guarding will help. Training is also a way for BLUE to strengthen his bond with his adopters.

“I'm blue, da ba dee da ba di, da ba dee da ba di…”

Life with BLUE is a fun one. You’ll both be learning lots every day. For instance, you learn his quirks, one being that he’s not a fan of having his paws touched. This is all fine and well, and just requires some extra patience when being groomed or going to the vet. Oh, and BLUE’s gorgeous thick double coat will require routine brushing to keep his coat looking spiffy.

Apply to adopt BLUE.

This dog is sponsored by PetSmart! This means their adoption process includes a visit to PetSmart’s Etobicoke 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.

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Krista Hynes

September 7, 2026

MOSEY

Krista Hynes

September 7, 2026

Meet MOSEY! Don’t let his name fool you - this bouncy boy from Mexico is filled to the brim with energy, and mosey around he does not! He’s too busy discovering all the new places his long legs can take him. MOSEY is looking for an active family that can match his energy levels and zest for life.

MOSEY approaches each day fearlessly, with a big dose of goofiness in each step. Being a puppy, every situation is a chance to learn a new lesson. His unmatched excitement for food and sharp mind makes training a breeze, and he has already learned his basic commands (paw, anyone?).

Being a young pup, MOSEY thrives when given structure and a clear daily routine. Adequate physical and mental stimulation, combined with scheduled crate time is the perfect combination to allow his fun-loving personality to shine!.

MOSEY loves people and dogs and often jumps up in excitement, so he would do best in a household with older, respectful children, and would benefit from having a big doggie sibling to show him the ropes.

Speaking of ideal homes, MOSEY’s dream home would have a backyard where he can burn off his puppy energy (a scruff can dream!). However, when his needs are met, he would also do very well in an apartment setting. Early on, MOSEY experienced some uncertainty when left home alone, but his fosters have been working with him on building his confidence, and he has come leaps and bounds!

Overall, MOSEY is a very devoted dog! Big feelings mean big love, and this little scruff has lots of love to give. If you are patient, consistent and committed to ongoing training, you will be rewarded with a lifelong companion.

Apply to adopt!

This dog is sponsored by PetSmart! This means their adoption process includes a visit to PetSmart’s Etobicoke 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.

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Laurel McLeod

July 20, 2026

BRUNO - ADOPTION IN PROGRESS

Laurel McLeod

July 20, 2026

Giving the loveliest chill senior scruff vibes, we’re pleased to introduce you to BRUNO. At ten years old, BRUNO is in his senior years with the cool, calm, and collected nature to show for it.

Right off the bat, we (and BRUNO!) would like his potential adopter(s) to know that BRUNO is busy enjoying life, even with early stage chronic kidney disease (CKD). This means his kidneys aren’t working as efficiently. This was diagnosed early, and with proper nutrition, vet checkups and monitoring, this lifelong condition can continue to be well-managed.

This scruff’s ideal day involves spending a good chunk of time with his humans. It might just be his favourite thing! Bonus points if they are eager to give him a nice head scratch. Of course, he’s learning boundaries and is working on his independence when his people are busy with work or other such activities.

A day in his life involves a few medium-sized walks throughout the day, about 30 minutes each. We love how confident a walker he is, though this confidence does result in some pulling here and there! He’s working on it. BRUNO and his foster family also work through short daily training sessions. Both recall and crate training are a work in progress.

In a future home, BRUNO is the kind of scruff who would likely be his most comfortable self as the only dog, at least for now. He’s shown some reactivity towards both small and large dogs when outside, which typically presents as whining and pacing. Having a confident leader by his side to help guide him in these scenarios will ensure he continues to progress in this area.

Friendly with adults, it’s likely BRUNO will walk right up to you for a sniff and some affection! When it comes to kids, he’s mostly indifferent, though he’s fine to have them approach him.

Think he’s the one for you? Think you’re the one(s) for him? Apply to adopt!

BRUNO is currently in Toronto and available for informal meet & greets with his foster to see if it's a good fit. Email adoption@saveourscruff.org to set this up!

Please note: Adoption fees for senior scruffs vary depending on age, breed, and health! A generous sponsor, Senior Paws Project, is helping make BRUNO’s adoption easier by covering up to $150/month toward eligible medical expenses for one year. The adopter can submit receipts for eligible medical expenses (or food) monthly or quarterly for reimbursement.

This dog is sponsored by PetSmart! This means their adoption process includes a visit to PetSmart’s Etobicoke 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.

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Laurel McLeod

April 3, 2025

Pending Adoption

NANDO - PENDING ADOPTION

Laurel McLeod

April 3, 2025

Pending Adoption

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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