CHESTER - ADOPTION IN PROGRESS

Male | 3 years old | ~9 pounds | Medium energy | Dog-reactive | Hasn’t met kids or cats | From Ontario | Fostered in Toronto | Snuggly, spunky & sweet

Meet CHESTER! The SOS community rallied behind this little guy and he entered foster care with a whole lotta love on his side. Now, he’s more than ready to take on the world!

In typical Terrier fashion, CHESTER’s tiny body is bursting with personality. His love language is food, and using a slow feeder has encouraged him to slow down and savour his meals. He totally rocks it at his puzzle games, and enrichment is key in keeping him entertained as he settles into his new routine.

On walks, CHESTER’s eagle eyes are always scanning for bunnies or squirrels, and when sighted, he quickly reacts with a bark and chase. He has shown some reactivity towards other dogs on walks, so keeping CHESTER distracted by sniffing in the grass has proven successful. His adopters will need to learn his quirks and provide consistent training to help him remain calm on walks.

Inside, CHESTER settles easily in his crate and is only ever spooked when you run the shower (Water Safety Captain here!). He’s wary of strangers and is slowly learning that people aren’t so scary. However, once you’ve fully earned his trust, expect ongoing belly rub requests. While CHESTER would thrive in being the only dog in the household, it is possible that a calm doggie brother or sister could work, pending introductions.

 The sweetest thing about CHESTER is that he greets every day with a bouncy, happy attitude, zooming around the room, and looking for snuggles.

Think your home has the magic mix of love, safety and stability to give CHESTER his happily furever after? Apply to adopt!

BELEN - ADOPTION IN PROGRESS

Female | 9 years old | 36 pounds | Low energy | Has met kids & dogs | Has not met cats | From Mexico | Fostered in Toronto | Sweet Senior looking for cuddles

Meet BELEN! Like a fine wine, this sweet senior scruff just gets better with age. Described by her fosters as calm, gentle and sweet, BELEN is the whole package. Pet Peeves? None so far! Favourite activity? Cuddling, of course! This lovebug truly enjoys the simple things in life and just wants to be loved.

Go with the flow is BELEN’S motto. Have to go to work? No problem! She happily goes into her crate to nap for up to 8 hours at a time. Walking on a leash? New to BELEN but she is already a pro, happily walking beside her foster on a short leash. Potty training? Check and check! After brushing off the first day jitters in her foster home where she held her pee all day, she now easily goes outside to potty.

BELEN has been successfully introduced to other people, dogs, and children up to 10 years of age, and she did phenomenal. With her mild temperament, she calmly approaches, sniffs and seeks affection. Her loving nature means occasionally jumping up for attention, so slow introductions around children are best. And while she is always very patient and gentle, BELEN would be best suited in a home with older children who best match her energy level.

A dream day in BELEN’S world entails a shorter walk, clocking in some quality nap time, getting brushed, and flopping over for belly rubs. Bonus points if she can lie in the grass and soak up the sun! While BELEN loves the slower pace of life, she still shows off her sassy side when engaging in a slow and short-lived squirrel or bird chase! Her lower energy level makes her well suited for either house or apartment living. Honestly, she’s happy as long as she’s with her people!

Like what you hear? Apply to adopt!

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

CJAH - ADOPTION IN PROGRESS

Male | 4 months old | 11 pounds (and growing!) | Puppy energy | Has met kids & dogs | Has not met cats | Fostered in Burlington | Curious, Rambunctious and a Quick Learner

Meet CJAH! This playful pup is looking for new “paw-rents” to guide his development and introduce him to the big, wide (and exciting) world out there!  Being a young pup, CJAH would thrive in a family that provides him structure, boundaries, and ongoing training. 

CJAH is a quick learner and very adaptable to new experiences. After a few days of positive associations with his crate, he now happily retreats to his den for naps throughout the day and overnight. He is also learning all about this new “potty” business, and while having an accident or two, is showing improvements every day. Leash training is also going well, and CJAH loves exploring at his own pace, and chasing the blowing leaves.

Now, did we mention that CJAH is a real foodie!? He’s quickly learning that being calm and sitting gets him waaaay more tasty treats than when he jumps up for attention. After an hour or two of play, he loves to settle down with a lick mat or chew. CJAH’s motto is, “work hard and play harder”, so his adopters will need to balance that puppy energy with downtime and rest, so he doesn’t get overtired and act out. 

He would do best in a family with older children, as he still exhibits puppy behaviour such as nipping, and can get mouthy when excited. CJAH has lived with dogs at his prior foster home and would likely do well in a household with other doggie friends. 

Overall, this little guy is brave and is happiest learning the ropes with trusted people by his side. Are you excited to steer this young scruff to being the bestest doggo he can be?

Apply to adopt!

JAGGER - ADOPTION IN PROGRESS

Male | 7 months old | 45 pounds & growing! | Medium energy | Hasn’t met kids | Lives with a dog and cat | From Mexico | Fostered in Toronto | Fun, affectionate & a quick learner

Meet JAGGER. A fun pup who’s more or less down for anything, it’s safe to say this is a scruff that quickly came out of his shell in a new environment. The environment in question? A foster home in Toronto, complete with a cat, a resident dog, and an outdoor space.

From being found sick on the side of a road as a puppy to living in a shelter until recently, JAGGER has shown himself to be remarkably adaptable, settling in with ease. He peacefully coexists with the cat, giving her space, and quickly bonded with his foster dog sibling, who he looks to for guidance. We said he’s pretty much down for anything and thus far that includes, trail hikes, car rides, to the park for a round of fetch… the list goes on! Basically, what we’re saying is that JAGGER here would be a great adventure buddy.

JAGGER is still figuring out boundaries, so he’d be a great family dog in time, with any interactions with kids supervised as he can get rowdy. He is initially cautious of new people but with guidance has shown to warm up well.

Additionally, his curious side is starting to show, and he’s eager to pull toward interesting smells on walks. Leash training is a work in progress. Having a confident human by his side to help him navigate new surroundings will set him up for success. It’s his first month outside of the shelter and so all things are new!

Being clear about what you’re asking of him helps JAGGER show off his best self, and he responds well to praise, affection and treats. Oh and he loves belly rubs!

Apply to adopt!

BUDDY - ADOPTION IN PROGRESS

Male | 5 months old | 25lbs | Puppy energy | Has met kids of all ages | Playful with dogs | Coexists with a cat | From Costa Rica | Fostered in Hamilton | Playful, easygoing & sweet | Loves to learn

Looking for a new pup to join your family? Meet BUDDY! All the way from Costa Rica, BUDDY is a 5-month-old puppy, whose fosters describe as gentle, friendly and inquisitive.

While only 5 months old, BUDDY’s personality is already shining through! He is a real people pleaser and responds well to commands. He has already learned “drop it” and is easily redirected with a toy when his puppy mischief wins out. He has taken well to his crate and readily goes in with minimal fuss before settling down. His potty training is coming along nicely with only minimal mishaps. And to top it off, his foster pawrents rate his leash skills at an amazing 4 out of 5! What a rockstar you are, BUDDY!

While he can be timid when meeting new people, dogs or cats, he quickly warms up to them, and his playful nature emerges. He has been successfully introduced to kids, dogs and cats, and slow introductions are best to build his confidence. He takes the lead from his foster doggie brother and would do well in a family with a furry sibling to show him the ropes.

BUDDY’s ideal family would be an active household that can provide him with the adventures, companionship, and structure that a puppy needs to grow and thrive. BUDDY’s dream day consists of a short walk, followed by a nap in his crate, a game of fetch, and ending the day snuggling up with his humans. He has been successfully left in his crate for up to 4 hours and has done wonderfully. Know that BUDDY is a true snuggle bug at heart, so his ideal family would be home more often than not.

If you are looking for a loyal, devoted companion to join your family, and you can’t resist those puppy dog eyes, apply to adopt BUDDY! Apply today!