How to Adopt

AMALIA is currently being fostered  in Texas.

Amalia is a 6-8 month old mix of cuteness. She is currently apx 12 pounds and will be a med breed maybe 30- 35 pounds fully grown. Amelia is from our local shelter and we rescued her during the cold snap. Our local shelter has no heat, the dogs have no beds or blankets. Because they were so full they had to put Amalia in a regular dog kennel in the isle.

All of the big dogs were barking at her, and she was absolutely freezing, just rolled up into a little ball with nothing but plastic underneath her , inside of her tiny cage. She would not even look up. It was heart breaking. I could not leave her there, even though she’s not a Chihuahua, we already have three bigger chi mix boys I figured she can join their gang . Amalia came to the ranch, got a bath, I put her down on her bed in her heated big kennel run and she was SOOOOO happy!  Tail wagging with a giant  smile. She was rescued and she knew it with every ounce of her body. In the days to come, she has played, over ate, and slept like a bear in hibernation.  Amalia is an amazing girl.  For being so young, she has soulful eyes with a lot of stories to tell. She is sometimes confident and sometimes a little shy. She is always so happy for food and toys and baby talk. When you baby talk her she looks around and then wiggles like “who? Me, omg she is talking to ME” she is very cute.

Amalia just needs the most loving family to show her what being a beloved family member is really like and that pets and cuddles and food and shelter and clean blankies are a daily thing and she deserves it

ANDERSON isv currently being fostered in Markham, ON.

Meet Anderson!  This sweet 6 pound boy is approximately 2 years old (as estimated by animal control and the initial vet that saw him at intake).  Anderson is one of the dogs that were picked up in Turkey Point in the fall of 2024. 

He has been updated on all of his shots, neutered and has been given a dental.  Please note he has an incisor underneath the gum.  It is likely it will never descend.  Currently it does not cause him any issues, however we cannot confirm if it will be the cause of an issue in the future or not.  He has settled well into his foster home.  And is now ready for adoption.

Once he warms up to you, he’ll quickly become really close to you.  It does take a while, please keep that in mind.. Once he is comfortable, he gets along well with adults and well-mannered children 8 and older only please, though he can be a bit shy and may run away at times. He is crate trained and remains quiet while inside, he has good potty manners by using his pee pad, as he does not prefer going outside for bathroom breaks. In the nicer weather he will enjoy the outside and to sunbathe.  He is not yet leash trained, so a secure fenced yard is required. He is able to use stairs well. While he doesn’t bark much, he may join in if he hears other dogs barking. Because he is a chihuahua and from a history that we don’t know a whole lot about, his is still learning to trust humans and comes across quite fearful.

Anderson enjoys playing with his toys and appreciates a lot of attention. This little guy needs a caring adopter who will engage him with toys and give  him all the cuddles he deserves. Another dog (that is chill and good with other dogs) in the home is necessary.

He absolutely loves cheese, chicken broth and treats! He loves being by your side and being close but also loves his alone time. He needs a patient adopter that will give him time to adapt to his new surroundings and give him the love that he deserves.

PACO TACO is currently being fostered in London, ON.

Paco Taco is apx 2-4 years old and 9.6 pounds. He is a bit of a handful but the most loving boy you will ever find. Have you ever dreamed of having a man that was obsessed with you? Well let me introduce you to Paco, he will probably try to take a shower with you. LOL

Paco is a velcro dog and he does have some separation anxiety that we are working on.  He does not destroy anything though and is ok to be left roaming the house when alone. He also doesn’t like to be cuddled, but wants to be with you whenever possible.

Paco walks very well on a leash. He absolutely loves going for walks. He likes to mark his territory, so may need diapers if he isn’t watched to discourage the behavior. He holds his potty all night.  He will sometimes sleep in bed under the covers and sometimes sleeps on his own.

Paco is good with cats and laid back dogs but not the best with dominant dogs. He wants to be in charge and let everyone know it. He LOVES playing with other dogs once they are introduced and has learned to play with toys. He would do well with another dog or cat in his home he can love. Paco has some resource guarding when it comes to food.  He has to fed separately from other animals.  He also needs to be watched when around any human food as he guards that against other animals as well.  He would do fine with well mannered older children.  No young children please because of his resource guarding.

He is also VERY barky once he settles in and gets comfortable, so no apartments or homes where noise would disturb neighbors.

Paco Taco takes a little patience but he sure will love you past the moon and look at you like you hung the stars. 

WISHBONE is currently being fostered in LONDON, ONTARIO.
 

Let me introduce you to Wishbone!  He is approx. 3 yrs and 18.3 lbs.  He is a sweet, cuddly and loveable Jack Russell mix who loves sleeping next to people.  He was a Canadian owner surrender.  It is essential to research the Jack Russel terrier breed to make yourself familiar with their traits and typical behavior. 

He had a complicated neuter due to undescended testicle and a hernia and cherry eye surgery.  Wishbone also had an ear infection in both ears. Since being in care it has been noted that his ears are prone to infection.  The vet suspects it may be an allergy of some kind

Wishbone will sometimes bark when he hears unknown noises, and he will let you know when someone is at the door, or if he needs something.  He is not a destructive chewer. He will chew his own toys, but he will destroy softer toys very quickly. His energy level varies and can depend on home environment. If his forever home has too many things going on, it would stimulate him causing him to be more hyper. However, if the home is quiet, he will be a quiet dog and choose to sleep most of the day. Currently, he stays in a crate while his foster is at work.  However, prefers to sleep with his human in bed all night.

Wishbone is good with other dogs, but has NOT been tested with small dogs. He is currently living with a 55 lbs dog and gets along very well. He would do best with a dog his size or bigger OR as an only dog.  Wishbone will chase cats, so NO cats in the home please.

He has NOT been tested with kids.  Well mannered and dog savvy children over 15 yrs is recommended. 

Wishbone does require calming meds when going to the veterinarian.  He has some anxiety with vet visits and requires these meds to allow the vets to handle him.  It is also best for nail trims to be done at the vet.

Wishbone does not like being picked up and needs to be approached slowly.  He may nip under certain circumstances, but it is very preventable as long as he can see your hands approaching.  For example, touching his body without warning while he is sleeping may startle him.

SPARKLES and YODA are currently being fostered in Georgetown, ON.

Meet Sparkles and Yoda -  a dynamic duo residing in a foster home in Georgetown, Ontario, originally surrendered together by their owner in Texas are ready to venture on their happily ever-after together!  They are ready to bring joy and companionship to their forever home. 

Yoda, a charming 8-9 year-old 12 lbs Shih Tzu/Chihuahua mix, is ready to find her forever home. She LOVES playing with her sister Sparkles, with whom she shares a beautiful bond. Yoda is eager to experience the love and security of a new home, ideally with Sparkles by her side. Despite being a tripod and having some cataract cloudiness, Yoda remains a gentle and affectionate companion. She's good with cats and dogs, but prefers a home without small children. With patience and time, Yoda will warm up to her new family, revealing her sweet and loving nature.

Sparkles, an 8-year-old, 12 lb dog, is a friendly and well-mannered companion who has made significant progress in potty training and gets along well with other animals and children. Although she experiences separation anxiety, the right owner can help her overcome this challenge. 

Our goal is to find a loving home for Sparkles and Yoda together, where they can thrive and live happily ever after.

Must/Must not haves - a securely and fully fenced yard is needed and NO apartments please due to barking from separation anxiety.

Fun Fact - Sparkles gets too excited during play - you will need to keep your face away from hers, or she will nip out of excitement.

BARBIE is currently being fostered in Milton, ON

Barbie’s paperwork says 2 but I would say 2-4, she is underweight at 6.8 pounds (should be 8ish lbs), tall and skinny. She is settling in and becoming more comfortable with us now and she has even started giving me kisses. She is still a bit stiff in my arms but loves to snuggle next to me on the couch. She is pretty vocal & barks a lot at all of the comings and goings in my house. She would be much better in a quiet household. She is my shadow and follows me everywhere. 

Barbiee can be quite protective of me and has snapped at my other dog a couple of times. I feel she would be better suited as an only dog. She seems to be ok with my cat and does not pay much attention to him. She is a picky eater but she is eating well - she likes to nibble throughout the day, rather than eat her meal all at once. She likes her kibble but would prefer to pick at it on the floor. She gets very excited for treats and will get up on her hind legs and spin around. She walks well on a leash so far and loves to go for walks. She is not shy of people at all and gets very excited and barky. She has a very loud bark so apartment living may not be suitable. She really only barks at my other animals and when people come and go, or when one of my other dogs starts barking. She sleeps all night in her crate. 

 ** Medical update - crystals were found in urine.  Nothing to do now, monitor for symptoms of straining to pee, bloody or pink urine.  She is also on pain meds for Pancreatitis.  We are hoping not long term - may only be for flare ups *** 

Barbie is a very fun and quirky pup with a lot of energy. She is still learning how to live in a home and be a pet and have people to love her. Once she gets the hang of this, I feel like she will settle down and maybe even become a lap dog.

DONOVAN is currently being fostered in Markham, ON

Meet Donovan!  He is about 5 years old (as estimated by animal control and the initial vet that saw him at intake) and roughly 8 pounds. Donovan  is one of the dogs that were picked up in Turkey Point in the fall of 2024.  He has been updated on all of his shots, neutered and has been given a dental. 

He has settled well into his foster home and is now ready for adoption. 

Donovan gets along with both adults and well mannered kids 8 and older please but can also get shy at some points but after a couple of sniffs he will warm up to you. He needs time to get to know his people and after he has his time he will get very close with you. Please keep in mind will will take some time for him to warm up to you but after a little time he will calm down and become best friends with you as time goes on.   Donovan is crate trained and is very quiet when he is in there. Donovan has good potty manners and pees and poops on his pee pad when he has to use the bathroom, he doesn't usually like going outside to pee. In the nicer weather he will enjoy the outside to sunbathe.  He is not yet leash trained, so a secure fenced yard is required.

Donovan is good with stairs and goes up and down them well. He can be high energy when he wants to. He is not overly barky unless he hears another dog bark.  Because he is a chihuahua and from a history that we don’t know a whole lot about, he is still learning to trust humans and comes across quite fearful.
Donovan can be a friendly dog who will wag his tail when he sees you and gets so excited to see new people but can be shy when he first meets you. He needs a loving adopter who will play with him and be patient with him.

Donovan enjoys playing with his toys and appreciates a lot of attention. This little guy needs a caring adopter who will engage him with toys and give  him all the cuddles he deserves. Another dog (that is chill and good with other dogs) in the home is necessary. He absolutely loves cheese and treats more than anything!  

Donovan needs a patient adopter that will give him time to adapt to his new surroundings and give him the love that he deserves. 

LEONA is currently being fostered in Guelph.

Leona whom we call Nona, is apx 7-8 years young and  weighs 18 pounds . She could stand to lose a pound or two. She is a rat terrier. Nona is such a sweet little lady. Her body has been through a lot, but her spirit can’t be snuffed. She is full of personality, love, sweetness, humour, and sass. 

Very smart, walks well on leash, appears potty trained. Good with other dogs but will let a younger hyper dog know when she has had enough playing and will growl. She is a confident dog with other dogs, not submissive but not overly dominant either. An already established alpha in the home back not be a great idea.   She could care less about the cats. But would probably growl at them if they tried to eat her food. 

Because she cam be barky… an aparement/condo may not be best suited.Her best traits are that she sleeps in her crate like a champ, and her potty manners are excellent! She makes life so easy in those ways that a younger dog can be difficult. Nona is slow to warm up but will be great with all people and children, very gentle.

She came to the rescue thin, a very bad coat, very dirty, she needed to be spayed, her teeth were all either falling out or broken, and she was heart worm positive. Since then, she has had a dental, she had her heart worm treatment and went through treatment with zero issues. (She may come with some medication) She is a well mannered girl. 

DEMI is currently being fostered in TEXAS.

Demi is apx 3-4 years apx 7.5 pounds.

As you can see her from her older pics, she has gained weight and is looking very healthy. 

Demi, the cat dog. 

Demi was rescued from very very bad hoarding situation where she was confiscated for cruelty, with her babies, in a cement outdoor shelter. All of her babies died within the first 24 hours. Demi is a sad case but her fosters have never given up on her. 

We have had Demi since February. She still does not “need “ or ask for human attention but likes to follow you around, be a part of the family. She will sit next to you and she LOVES her foster fursiblings.

She will not walk on leash and harness still and needs a fenced yard.

Demi does have good potty manners, taking in mind her foster is retired and home all day so she gets to go in and out several times a day. She is very quiet and demure but has a silly side. She still will not let her fosters pick her up and will run from them.  You have to kind of corner her to pick her up and she freezes, but she doesn't bite and is not aggressive. 

Demi was basically feral when we brought her in and her strides are slow going but nonetheless, she is indeed making them. 

We are hoping to find her the perfect home that will just let Demi be Demi and come around in her own time. 

CHAHNA is currently being fostered in Newmarket, ON

Chahna is apx 6-7 years young and the absolute best and sweetest girl in the whole wide world! 

She is perfect in every way and we all adore her. She is missing a few teethers , but her teeth are not too bad for her age,  and she is a little bowlegged and has mild arthritis. 

Chahna is so good, so well mannered, full of love, and wants to be loved and give love more than anything. She is perfect and you will adore her. She was found as a stray but had to at some point been a loving family member because she is so social and well mannered. Great with other dogs, cats, and well mannered kids . 

This little gem will provide a lifetime of love when she meets her forever family.

BABY RUTH is currently being fostered in Port Severn, ON

Meet Baby Ruth!   Apx 8 yr , 12.5 pounds and all finished her  heartworm treatment.  She is ready for her happy fur-ever after. Very friendly and sweet, social. From a hoarding situation but she must have been in the house because she is super social . She may regress with potty manners initially when in her new home.  Patience and consistency will help her remember where to do her business. 

Baby Ruth is not a fan of the crate and will cry.  She much prefers to sleep in her own dog baled on the floor beside you. In the mornings she will let you know when she needs to go outside to do her business by whining. Thus sweet girl needs help to learn leash manners.  She wants to do the right thing… but is not a fan of being on a leash, and will back out of her harness. She will need a fenced yard.

Baby Ruth  does ok with dog experienced cats and other dogs her size.  She would be just as happy as an only dog, with regular socialization visits. She has yet to show interest in playing with toys or other dogs.  She just appears happy to co-exist. Due to her timid temperament, loud noises scare her (vacuuming, doors closing abruptly, etc). She is an enthusiastic eater and enjoys her treats.  She has not year barked in foster care. She will do best in a home with no stairs.  

Baby Ruth wants (and DESERVES) all the love and cuddles, as she has been through a lot. l (heart worm treatments and numerous litters is what we know 

NAOBI  is currently being fostered in Toronto, ON

Naobi is a chi/dachshund mix, approximately 3 to 4 years and 15 pounds short and stout.  What a personality!  You will find her in one of two modes: playing or snuggling.  She loves gathering all of her toys in a big pile in the middle of the hallway.   When she’s done, she will find her human and make sure to get in a good snuggle. When she wakes up, she greets her human with so much excitement!  

She was found on the streets very pregnant. She ended up having her babies in the shelter and then when a volunteer reached out to us, we agreed to help Naobi and her 5 boys have a safe place to stay and grow

Naobi is the best girl. Good with other dogs and cats, kids and walks on leash. She is a confident dog, very social and happy. She is a companion through and through. She would be happy as a solo dog but would also do well with some fur siblings to keep her company and to play and walk with.  She’s currently housed with a cat and a dog and she gets along well with them both, but slow introductions are key.  She can be protective and needs time to adjust, but once she does, she loves to play with her pack.

Naobi loves attention and gravitates to her people. She wants nothing more but to be near you and preferably all snuggled up.  She jumps when she sees you after the briefest of absences and is quick to run over and give some cuddles and kisses.  She is not a huge fan of being crated and will bark for a few minutes at first but she will settle down once she does not see you.

Naobi would make a great companion for someone or a family  looking for a loving and energetic dog. Please consider giving this sweet and social girl her forever home!

PEACHES  is currently being fostered in London, ON

Peaches is  2 years young,12 pounds, short and stocky .She was rescued from a hoarding situation and under socialized. Peaches has stranger danger and is really scared of new people and places but she quickly attaches to her people and wants nothing more than to spend time with them, whether playing or snuggling on the couch. But please, give her time to decompress. She gets along well with other dogs and has been doing lots of wrestling with the other dogs in her foster home, but gets scared when other dogs bark a lot, or if there are other loud noises because of her background, 

Peaches still acts a lot like a puppy in some ways, and is still learning her doggy manners. She is making good progress on potty training and can already sit for a treat. She loves baby carrots! Peaches would be best suited to a home where family members have lots of time to spend with her; she would be an ideal home office companion! She has super soft fur, the prettiest eyes, and is generally a calm and quiet dog who does not bark much at all. A kind and experienced rescue dog family that is child-free should please consider giving Peaches the forever home she deserves.  

Peaches will need a fenced yard would be preferred, if not than a penned in area

where she can go potty on leash and harness and in a pen. She is not going to walk on leash and harness day one, but once she gets used to you, she will follow you anywhere and walks very well on a leash and harness with her person. She needs a kind family, preferably with experience with rescue dogs.

Peaches is a gem, just needs a little polishing.

PONZU  is currently being fostered in Texas.

Our lil Ponzu. Apx 1.5 year old and 13.5 pounds, tall and slender. He has a quiet, sweet soul.

Ponzu was rescued from the streets of San Antonio. He was so thin and scared, timid, but asking a human for help. A kind women brought him in her yard and kept him safe for a couple days while she reached out to rescues to take him, we agreed to take Pomzu in.

Ponzu is not feral, not a mean bone in his body, but he is a nervous boy. We are assuming some people and other animals were not very nice to baby Ponzu. He has probably been a stray most of his life. 

He is such a loving boy, he wants so so badly to be loved. It takes him very little time to fall in love with his people. He will say hi to anyone as long as you are gentle and use some baby talk and encouragement, doting on him and helping him gain his confidence. 

Ponzu likes other dogs but is very scared of dogs he does not know. You have to introduce new dogs slowly and gently. He needs other dogs and people that will be friendly to him,  lots of positive reinforcement.  He will gain his confidence over time.

Ponzuis a special boy , super cute with a little pugish face , under bite, big soulful eyes, and a funny cowlick on his head. You will love him, and he will adore you in return.  

BEANIE is currently being fostered in Cambridge, ON.

Beanie came up with the January transport, He is  5-8 months old. 4 pounds .

Adorable , cute, cuddly, playful, typical little pup waiting for his forever family. Chi mix. Will be apx 10- 12 pounds fully grown. He is a little joker  Good with other animals and kids.

Could Beanie be part of your family?

BENSON  is currently being fostered in Toronto.

Benson is 5- 8 months old and 9.1 pounds. This little boy will melt your heart and brighten up all your days. His mama is a 15.5 pound chi/hound  mix. He is a mamas boy and loves the cuddles. . We don’t know dad. Guessing this  boys will be apx 20-25pounds fully grown. 

Good with other dogs and well mannered children.

Could Benson be part of your family?

TOVI is currently being fostered in Texas.

Little Miss Tovi  has taken a place in all of our hearts. Apx 11 years old and 9 pounds , she spent her entire life living outdoors. It is a blessing she is heart worm negative. Tovi has had countless babies over her years. She came to us with broken teeth and a broken soul. She had a dental and has a few teeth left. Her soul may take a little time, but she is getting there.

Tovi is shy at first but comes out of her shell in a day or two. She is nervous on leash and harness but will walk on one. I think when she is used to her people and her surroundings, she will become a bit more confident with this. She will get attached to her people very quickly. Tovi does not have a mean bone in her body. She is not aggressive at all. She is great with cats and dogs and well mannered children.

We have never heard her bark yet, she is very quiet. Loves her blankets and snacks, she is a foodie. Tove Did run from us the first couple days and was not eager to be picked up and held by strangers. She would try to hide in the corner like we couldn’t see her, but with some baby talk she does lay down or kind of cower down to allow you to pick her up.

Tovi is a loving and kind, gentle, sweet soul that deserves her happily ever after, she has been waiting over a decade for it. Please consider giving Tovi her happily ever after

 TOFFEE  is currently being fostered in Milton, ON. 

Toffee is approx 8 mos - 1 yr old and 13 lbs. She was adopted in Sept. as "Birdie" but was recently surrendered back to the rescue. Toffee is sweet as can be once she warms up to you! With that being said, Toffee needs a patient adopter who understands that it will take a few days for her to open up and begin to trust. She is very fearful of strangers and will bark/growl initially, but once she knows you are not a threat, you will be her best friend. She will need an adopter who is committed to consistently working with her on her confidence and stranger reactivity. Someone who will provide a supportive environment for her to continue to thrive. 

Once Toffee feels safe, she quickly transforms into a happy puppy! She loves belly rubs, kisses, and being doted upon. She loves playing with toys and other dogs. She is fostered with 3 other dogs and does amazing with them. She would benefit from having another playful dog in the home. While she gets used to a new space, she will howl/whine when she is left alone, so apartment living is not suitable. She is now fully crate trained for overnight. When the crate is in the same room as you, she sleeps silently through the night. She would definitely prefer to cuddle up next to you in bed though! 

Toffee  would benefit from a fenced yard. She loves galloping around & doing zoomies. She walks well on leash in quieter areas but she is easily spooked, so busy city living would be overwhelming for her. She is an excellent work from home buddy - she alternates between quietly playing with her toys & napping. She is mostly house-trained - she is taken out often and does her business right away. Accidents still happen but she is smart and loves treats so we continue to make progress on all of her basic puppy training. 

Toffee is so deserving of love and stability. She absolutely thrives with structure and reassurance. Her forever home will be so lucky to have this beautiful girl as part of their family.