CURRENT ADOPTABLES
Anyone that has had the opportunity to adopt an abused or neglected dog will understand what a powerful thing it is. Seeing them transform into a confident and joyful pet will absolutely fill your heart.
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These moments of growth are matched only by the devotion they will show you when they come to understand you are their hero and have given them life.
Koa
1.5 year old male
Lab Mix
60 lbs
Kids: older
Dogs: yes
Cats: yes
Trail, BC
Status : Home trial
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I first met Koa at a Siksika Nation spay clinic - trying to coax him out of his crate to get his sedation meds for surgery. He had quills everywhere on his face. When he came out of the crate, he tried to nuzzle into me and stabbed me with quills, wagging his tail the entire time. He was nearly all bones - I had never seen a dog so thin.
WHen they removed the quills, they also had to take his eye. We discovered at that time that he was missing many upper teeth on his left side. This dog had been through the WARS. I didn't think he would survive the surgery.
But he did, and he came home with us. Excited to eat small amounts of food through the day. Too tired and weak to walk with the other dogs, he just wanted to lay in the grass and get belly rubs. This dog is amazing and will make the greatest most loyal companion for someone.
Newton comes to us after a long stay at the Yellowknife SPCA. This boy has a lot of potential, but does need work and patience with an experienced home.
The good: he is VERY sweet. He adores people and is affectionate. He is jolly and goofy and bound to put a smile on your face. He checks in off-leash and his recall is improving.
The difficult: Newton struggles with self regulation. He has big emotions. He acts like a 5 month old in a lanky, awkward and large body. He has no idea how large he is and is somewhat uncoordinated. He needs work on calming himself, especially when meeting other dogs. While we wouldn't consider him aggressive, he comes in hot and if another dog snarks at him, a tizzy ensues. It seems to be noise and show but due to his size, it can be scary for people to see. He wants to have dog friends, he just isn't sure how to play. In the house he can be a bit of a bull in a china shop. He seems happiest outdoors with his person.
Newton
4 year old
Husky-Shepherd Wolf Mix
male - 75 lbs
Kids: older
Dogs: see write up
Cats: probably not
Trail, BC
Status : Available
Daisy is a super sweet, quiet, gentle and calm girl. She was given up at the Siksika Nation spay clinic and now we believe it was because she has mobility issues. X-rays have determined she will not recover from her condition, and it is likely degenerative. She will need pain meds for the duration of her life (about $200 per month) which could be years or not even a year if her joints continue to deteriorate.
She is great off leash, and likes to stick to her people. She is mellow in the home and tolerates baths and brushing.
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She is completely calm around other dogs and cats. We are looking for a home without stairs or slippery floors, who can get her out for her off-leash meanders through a forest because she loves those so much.
Daisy
4 year old
Collie Pyrenees Mix
female - 75lbs
Kids: yes
Dogs: yes
Cats: yes
Nelson, BC
Status : Available
Gemma was sent to us by the Red Deer pound as she was on the euthenasia list there. The shelter staff loved her as she is super well mannered and sweet with people of all ages. Gemma's challenge is that she has poor meet manners with other dogs, which include lunging and growling. She walks well on leash and it is only an issue if dogs come into her space. Therefore, we are looking for a family that is happy to leash walk her or has a large property she can play on. Gemma is a super loyal dog who has excellent house manners. She is affectionate and quiet.
She cannot be in a home with cats. Gemma may be returned to the pound if a family doesn't step forward to give her a chance.
