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.
Foxley
1 year old female
Blue Heeler Mix
20 lbs
Kids: older
Dogs: sort of
Cats: unknown
Rossland, BC
Status : Home trial
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Yes I am cute, and YES I am full grown! (at a tiny 20lbs). I look like a pure blue heeler until you see my tail... it is suspicious. Suspiciously fox-like.
I am so full of love all I want to do is be in your lap and sleep on your neck. Once I fall for you, I will be your shadow around the house. I am super soft and cuddly!
But I'm not perfect. I am not really sure about new people or dogs and I show that by barking... a lot. I might bark right up to them, take a treat, and then go back to barking. I'm especially nervous around men and it will take them extra time and effort to win me over.
I can live with dogs who are confident, but I do prefer to have all the love to myself. I can be a pretty bossy B with sensitive dogs. I haven't met any cats yet.
I walk ok on leash and stick around off leash, but need to be leashed in busy areas because (well, see above).
Myla has been in a home for about a year but they tragically needed to leave the country and are unable to take her. Myla is a loyal, sweet, active dog who is her best self when she has a job to do. She would be best with older kids, and doesn't seem to get on with cats.
She is a very intelligent dog who learns quickly - she loves adventures, car rides and paddleboarding. She can be wary of strange men so would need slow introductions. She is good with dogs who have gentle meet manners. She may prefer to be the only dog in the home.
Myla
2 year old
Collie Mix
Female - 55 lbs
Kids: older
Dogs: selective
Cats: no
Grand Forks, BC
Status : Available
Benji is a fit, friendly boy who loves to make friends with people, dogs and even cats. He likes to race around the dog park with a stick in his mouth. Benji is on his best behaviour if he gets out for daily exercise. He needs work on his leash manners, but sticks around well off-leash. He doesn't appear to have a prey drive.
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At home, he will follow his people around. He loves small children but does get a little excited around them and there may be knocking-down or tails to the face. He is a massive cuddler and thinks he's a lap dog.
Benji
1.5 year old
Staffy Curr Mix
make - 60lbs
Kids: yes
Dogs: yes
Cats: yes
Grand Forks, 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.
Gemma
4 year old
Ridgeback Mastiff Mix
female - 85lbs
Kids: yes
Dogs: selective
Cats: no
Trail, BC
Status : Available
Nakita
5 year old female
Husky Mix
55 lbs
Kids: yes
Dogs: yes
Cats: ok - may chase if
they run
Slocan, BC
Status : Available
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Nakita is originally from Rescue Friends in Alberta. She was adopted into a home in 2022 but was recently returned due to a domestic violence split. She has house manners and is generally a well-behaved girl. Nakita is social and friendly with people and dogs, and loves to initiate play. She loves cuddles and grew accustomed to being a couch dog.
Nakita can be trusted alone in the home for long periods. She still has the energy to keep up on adventures, but won't drive you crazy bouncing around in the house.
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She isn't very food motivated, but will respond for the right treats. Her recall is good, with husky overtones (if there is something worth checking out - good luck). She stays in a yard if you are present but may not be trustworthy left to her own devices (can likely climb most fences). Overall a great Kootenay adventure dog!
Keava comes to us from Yellowknife. She is an inquisitive, calm girl who is currently being fostered with two large dogs and exposure to horses. At the moment, she enjoys being a shop dog and interacting with folks who come into the workspace.
She showed a little separation anxiety early days but has since been left home alone with the other dogs with no issues.
She has basic manners but is also eager to please and quick to learn. Keava does really well off leash and LOVES to splash around in the water. Playful with no signs of a prey drive. Should be a super easy girl to integrate into your life!
Keava
1 year old
Shepherd Mix
Female - 55 lbs
Kids: yes
Dogs: yes
Cats: yes
Summerland, BC
Status : Available
Ruby was one of 5 unwanted pups at a house in rural Alberta. She clearly has shepherd content, and the shape of her face (plus how the siblings looked) indicates some sharpei as well. She had never been off her property before AARCS scooped her, so there are times she can be unsure, but has embraced change pretty openly. She is social, testing out her naughty pants just now, and very food motivated.
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Ruby is eager to please, and good with other animals. She may be a bit jumpy and mouthy for very young kids at this stage.
