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.
Hank
4 year old Heeler Mastiff Mix
male - 75 lbs
Kids: yes
Dogs: yes
Cats: maybe
Nelson, BC
Status : Available
Hank was given up at the Siksika spay clinic. This beefy boy is a bundle of love. He is very affectionate, awkwardly playful, and kinda sassy. He may not win any spelling bees, but he has the personality to make up for it.
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Hank was a home dog so he is house trained and generally good in the house. He did great on his 8 hr journey to the Kootenays, and while he is difficult to get into a crate, he settles once in. Hank wants to run and play so will need someone to help him slim down before he goes too hard.
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Hank was great with all the dogs in van and on walks. He does do an excited grumble when he sees other dogs. We haven't seen him with cats but suspect he would be ok. Might try to play and not take a hint :>
Koa
1.5 year old male
Lab Mix
60 lbs
Kids: older
Dogs: yes
Cats: yes
Trail, BC
Status : Available
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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.
Jolene
1 year old female
Border Collie mix
30 lbs
Kids: older
Dogs: yes
Cats: yes
Trail, BC
Status : Home trial
Jolene! Rated highly likely to take your man. We picked this shy, petite girl up at Siksika nation. She is gentle and quiet for now, but no promises once she comes out of her shell! She is hesitant meeting strange people and dogs but you can see that she wants to.
She does not seem interested in small children and may actually be scared of them. So we are looking for a home with older or no kids at this time.
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She was around many dogs on the reserve so has calm, wary meet manners. She walks well on leash and can cry a bit in her crate, but otherwise tolerates it. She was recently spayed so is all set for a home!
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Jolene is currently underweight but we are working to fatten her up.
Denni is a VERY smart dog - we are looking for a smarter owner. If you've ever heard "tired dogs are good dogs" - that applies to Denni. He needs daily stimulating exercise - either off leash runs or playing with other dogs. This boy is super social and wants to say hi to all the people and dogs he sees. While endearing, this does cause ruckus on leash walks because he may pull and cry if he doesn't get his way.
Denni plays exuberantly and would do really well in a home with a larger dog who sets boundaries.
Denni is affectionate and calm in the house, but food needs to be away if he will be left unsupervised. This dog is highly trainable - willful when he can get away with it, but eager to please folks he recognizes are in charge. Are you the family for this silly boy?
Denni
8 months old
Black Shepherd
male - 960 lbs
Kids: older
Dogs: yes
Cats: depends
Nelson, BC
Status : Available
The three blonde big-eared sisters all originate from Saskatchewan - same situation as Indigo.
These girls appear to be a mix of husky and running breed, possibly whippet. They have large rib cages, long legs, and a slight build. If they are truly 7 months old, they won't be large dogs.
Rune (left/top) came to us very timid, but has since found her confidence! She has flourished in foster care with her sister. She enjoys off leash plays at the dog park and actively seeks affection in the home.
Nova was the most social of the trio, but since Rune came out of her shell, she seems to have found hers. She prefers to be a homebody and is happiest inside with her people. She DOES enjoy trail runs but is overwhelmed in urban areas. Nova bonds to her people but isn't interested in meeting strangers.
Both girls would love to be in a home with another dog. As neither shows any aggression toward the other (or to anything) we would consider adopting them as a pair.
Nova & Rune
7 month old
Husky Running Mix
females - 30lbs
Kids: calm
Dogs: yes
Cats: probably
Nelson, 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 had suffered an injury (possibly hit by a car). She has a stiff rear end, which loosens up after some walking. 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 as well. She is getting x-rayed in early June so we hope to know more about her condition, but for now may be looking for a home with property or who enjoy meandering walks in the forest.
Daisy
4 year old
Collie Pyrenees Mix
female - 75lbs
Kids: yes
Dogs: yes
Cats: yes
New Denver, BC
Status : Available
Siksika Puppies
3 months old - 20lbs
Heeler Pyrenees mix
2 males 1 female
Kids: yes
Dogs: yes
Cats: yes
Nelson, BC
Creston BC (Male first pic)
Status : Available
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
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.
