CHIA COOKIE - APP IN PROCESS

Female | 1.5 years old | 8 pounds | Medium energy | Lives with a dog | Hasn’t met kids or cats | From Mexico | Fostered in Toronto | Goofy & affectionate

Healthy, and ever so slightly sweet with just a subtle nuttiness…wait, wait, wait. We’re describing an oat-based treat! Let’s try that again, shall we? CHIA COOKIE is a dog. Specifically, she’s an adoptable SOS scruff whose personality is anything but subtle. Oh, and she’s a total cutie pie to boot.

A day in CHIA COOKIE’S life looks a little like this:

• An early morning stroll followed by a nutritious and delicious breakfast

• Indoor playtime with her fav toys while her humans have to do this thing called work

• A lengthy afternoon amble (also known as a walk) plus time to relax before dinner

So all in all, that’s a pretty standard day for this gal. Of course, a little variation occurs here and there, which our gal CHIA COOKIE is happy to roll with. Generally speaking, though, she likes to live her best life with her humans being home more often than not. She’s working on just a li’l separation anxiety after all (note that while she will settle, she can be vocal in the first 5-10 minutes when left alone). One thing we haven’t yet mentioned is that she uses her crate to sleep in overnight, and, yes, she’s excellent at this. No biggie or anything! While we’re not so low-key bragging, we might as well also mention just how quickly she got the hang of house training.

Ok. Just a few more things, and then you can apply to adopt. CHIA COOKIE has yet to meet cats. It’s hard to say how she might respond to those creatures or other small animals, for that matter. What we do know is that she gives chase when catching sight of a squirrel, so. She peacefully coexists with her foster’s resident dog, and when she meets other dogs one-on-one in an open environment, she’s sweet, social and in a word, fine. She’s working on responding more thoughtfully to scruffs when on leash and walking with her foster dog sister by her side. 

Ready to adopt who is arguably the sweetest and silliest gal of the bunch?! You’d better act fast. On your mark, get set, go!!!

CHIA COOKIE will be a special guest at our upcoming adoption event on Saturday, April 25th from 1pm - 3:30pm at The Torchbearer Taproom in Oshawa (785 Taunton Rd E Unit 2). 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!

LUA - APP IN PROCESS

Female | 1 year old | ~30 pounds | Medium-low energy | Hasn’t met kids or cats | Curious but cautious with dogs | From Mexico | Fostered in Toronto | Sweet & sensitive

Lovely LUA. Her name is a lovely, more modern alternative to Luna, which means “moon.” Her name is unique and carries connotations of tranquility with a little beauty thrown in for good measure. This couldn’t be truer of LUA. She’s a quiet, low-key dog (with a gorgeous black and white coat!) who enjoys spending time with her trusted humans and good company.

One of her deepest needs is feeling safe and secure, which is something that takes time and patience. Having now spent a few weeks in her foster’s care, she’s come out of her shell, and feels more comfortable in their company. Our gut instinct is that LUA would appreciate finding someone who works from or typically spends more time at home than not. Reflecting on her docile nature, we also believe that LUA would do well spending time with kids.

To feel fulfilled both mentally and physically, LUA spends time learning and going for walks in her neighbourhood. Early morning walks are her favourite, followed by some time to relax. After another walk in the afternoon, she’s content to go people (or dog!) watch, with you by her side. LUA is an obedient walker, and it’s enjoyable to walk with her. This is especially true when she’s in the mood to get outside. While she might be curious about dogs from a distance, she tends to prefer keeping to herself while out and about, enjoying her personal bubble. With that in mind, living in a home with another dog might encourage her to step out of her comfort zone just a little bit more.

We’d be over the moon to find her a furever home. Might that be you? Apply to adopt.

MORITA - APP IN PROCESS

Female | 4.5 years old | 15 pounds | Medium energy | Limited exposure to cats | Has met kids and dogs | From Mexico | Fostered in Toronto | Affectionate & friendly

Meet MORITA! The quintessential pug, MORITA is affectionate, loves her people a whole lot, and is highly food motivated. She’s also willing to work for her food, but every now and again, she can get a little mischievous when left alone.

Getting used to a consistent routine in her foster home has helped MORITA get a feel for how her day will look. This routine enables her to showcase a more laidback side (which is a good thing!) as she knows what to expect. Throughout her day, she can often be found close to her humans napping, receiving belly rubs, and engaging in play. She’s often anticipating her next training activity, which, in her mind, ideally involves food. MORITA’s ideal scenario is finding an adopter who either works from home or is home more often than not. She’s been working steadily through some mild separation anxiety, which has improved since being in her foster family’s care. If anything, you might anticipate her whining when her people leave, though she will settle.

We’d describe this scruff as a smarty-pants. Need some proof? We’ll have you know that she’s learned recall fairly quickly! That’s in addition to knowing how to sit, stay, and leash walking. She’s friendly with people and dogs alike, though if she really had to choose a favourite, she’d pick her humans every time! This girl has experience meeting kids, and the only thing you should note that she can jump out of excitement. We don’t blame her, socializing is fun! That said, you’ll want to monitor her interactions with youngsters. Otherwise, we’ve heard that MORITA has previously met cats, though she’s yet to meet any in SOS care. Last but not least, you may have noticed MORITA is missing her left eye. This is from a previous trauma, and you’d best believe she doesn’t let that stop her in any which way.

So what do you think? Are you ready to bring this friendly, affectionate, happy-go-lucky gal into your life? Apply to adopt!

ITZEL - APP IN PROCESS

Female | 3 years old | 37 pounds | High energy | Lives with a dog | Hasn’t met kids or cats | From Mexico | Fostered in Toronto | Energetic & playful

Sweet, playful and just a little mischievous, this is ITZEL. Some of her favourite activities include going for long walks and new adventures. She’s curious by nature and loves to explore. If you’re the active type, this might just be the scruff for you! Staying in one place to chill is less her thing … going for runs and playing to her heart’s content is more like it! Her energy and zest for life could very well be our favourite thing about her. Exercise and enrichment activities alike help manage that fun energy. 

ITZEL has been hanging out with her foster family’s resident dog, and we think she’d love living with another playful dog going forward. She’s a social butterfly and greets other dogs in a friendly manner. Occasionally, she can get a little overexcited, meaning a bit jumpy, though she’s still gentle when meeting new people! ITZEL shows an interest in chasing after squirrels, and if she is to meet cats, then you’ll need to ensure you both set and maintain boundaries. 

To dive briefly into her training, ITZEL has been doing well learning basic commands. She’s working on “place,” which remains a work in progress. Crate training is something that has gone surprisingly smoothly! She’s been learning to rest in public and now enjoys her toys calmly, such as her rope and Kong, as well.

Think ITZEL might just be the active scruff for you? Apply to adopt!