Pound Dog Rescue

25/06/2024

We are excited to once again bring back our annual GARAGE SALE!

TIME: Saturday, July 6, 2024 8:00 am -12:00 pm
LOCATION: 46 Yellow Birch Drive, Kitchener

Donations of gently used items are needed. We are so thankful for all donations and every dollar raised goes to help dogs in need.

Drop off donation days: Thursday, July 4, 5:00 pm-8:00
Friday, July 5, 1:00-8:00

If you have been to this sale before you know how enormous it is! If you are donating please understand we don't have the space to store donations ahead of time. Please help us out by hanging on to the items yourself and drop them off on one of the drop off days.

Thank you so much for your generosity!!! It is amazing how quickly these little yard sale purchases add up to help a whole lot of dogs!!!

25/06/2024

For Adoption: Wanda!

Please read our dog bios carefully to be sure that the dog you are applying for suits your family and lifestyle.
We at PDR believe in the benefits of post-adoption training for our dogs and their families. This allows for continued socialization, learning and helps to create a well-mannered and balanced dog. Post-adoption training is a requirement in our adoption process.
To apply for adoption and for more information on our process and requirements, visit our website at https://pounddog.ca/adoption-info/.
Please welcome this absolute sweetheart, Wanda. Wanda is a 7 year old Cocker Spaniel who weighs about 30 pounds. She has a brown coat with a lighter blonde head. She came to us from a puppy mill as a breeding dog and now wishes to retire in a quiet home with someone who can give her lots of love. Wanda has adjusted wonderfully to a home environment and has made herself quite comfortable in her foster home. She loves to snooze on the couch, or in her dog bed and adores getting pets. She is a really easy going and happy dog that has so much love to give.

When Wanda first arrived in our care she was a bit uneasy if her foster mom left her in a room alone. She definitely likes to follow her owners around the house and if they get up she usually
does too. We are trying to work on her being comfortable alone when we leave the room briefly and she responds really well to verbal corrections such as a firm “no” or “stay”. Her forever
family will need to continue to work on her independence. It will take a bit more time for her to realize that her humans are coming back into the room and not going on a new adventure without her.

Wanda is currently crated at night and when we leave the house. If you are planning to crate Wanda at night, it would be best to make sure she is in your bedroom with you. She is perfectly content in her crate as long as she can see you. She does cry and bark in her crate when you leave the house and takes a little while to settle. We put her in with a high reward chew bone which has been helping keep her distracted while we are not home. With that being said, she will need to be adopted into a detached home. We would love for Wanda to go to a family that will have someone home throughout the majority of the day.

Wanda is fully house trained and does her business outside and on walks. Wanda loves to go on walks in the nice weather! She is lower energy indoors and outdoors but still needs to go on walks for exercise and mental stimulation. She gets super excited when she sees us grabbing her leash! She walks very well on a leash, and loves to sniff! She is not the biggest fan of going outside in the rain and will need a bit of coaxing to go p*e. She does try to chase after squirrels, so she needs to be kept on leash when outdoors not in a fenced in area. She has also been cat tested and would do best in a home without a cat, as she does have a prey drive.

Wanda is pretty impartial to other dogs. She lives with another dog currently and has no problem being around her but won’t initiate play. She is curious about other dogs on walks and loves to give them a quick sniff and then she’s back on her way. She would do well in a home with another senior or low energy dog or no dog at all and older children, over the age of 10yrs.

As mentioned, she is a really easy going dog. You can take her in the car and bathe her no problem. On a longer car ride, she falls asleep in her bed. She is sort of a picky eater and will graze on her kibble throughout the day, but will finish her meals by bedtime. Wanda hasn't met a human she doesn’t like. She is super friendly and will happily be pet by anyone. She will go right up to you and wag her little tale. She is a huge cuddler and would love to snuggle you on your couch!

Wanda is the definition of man’s best friend. She is extremely lovable and will make you smile every day! Wanda is ready to be spoiled by love by her forever family.



Name: Wanda

ID # PDR2065

Age: 7yrs

Gender: female

Spayed: yes

UTD vaccines: yes

Breed: Cocker Spaniel

Colours: red

Coat length: med

House trained: yes

Special needs: no

OK with kids: older

OK with cats: no

Ok with dogs: yes

Status: adoptable

Microchip: yes

Size: med

Location: Waterloo

Adoption fee: $700

25/06/2024

please share!!

We need donations for prizes for our golf tournament Aug 3rd! Anything will be appreciated...big items or small items... Do you have unused gift cards lying around? A bottle of alcohol that isn't going to get used? A new item that you haven't gotten around to using? Doesn't have to be dog related. Raffle item, golfers prize, specialty prizes for hole contests, auction items...we need them all. Businesses....each of our golfers gets a bag of treats and fun stuff...do you have promotional items you could donate?? (need 60) We would gladly add them

This is our biggest fundraiser of the year and helps us keep saving dogs at the level of quality care we insist on for our dogs. Even a donation to go and buy a prize would be so appreciated.
Thanks so much!!

23/06/2024

For Adoption: Macaroon!

Please read our dog bios carefully to be sure that the dog you are applying for suits your family and lifestyle.
We at PDR believe in the benefits of post-adoption training for our dogs and their families. This allows for continued socialization, learning and helps to create a well-mannered and balanced dog. Post-adoption training is a requirement in our adoption process.
To apply for adoption and for more information on our process and requirements, visit our website at https://pounddog.ca/adoption-info/.

Meet Macaroon! This amazing boy is an 11 pound neutered Morkie. (Maltese-Yorkshire Terrier cross) and is 7 months old. Macaroon has a gorgeous blond face and grey back and tail. He is short to the ground and has the most adorable droopy ears. He is small and sweet, like a Macaroon!

Mac came to us as a discard from a puppy mill. He seems well adjusted to life in a home despite his terrible start in life. He will need continued patience as he figures out house training. He knows what to do outside, but does have occasional accidents in the house when I misjudge the timing of letting him out. He is confident and curious which serves him well as he learns about his new world.

Macaroon would do well in most homes. He is pretty chill for a puppy; happy to be on your lap or in his bed. He is pretty quiet except when he tries to get the other dogs to play with him. He seems to believe that barking repeatedly in their faces will convince them to play with him. He enjoys our 1 or 2 walks per day and is pretty good on his leash. He hardly pulls and is happy to just trot along beside you.

He has allowed me to bathe him and he was pretty good about it until I got to his face. He struggled a little bit then but was really easy to bathe. When he sits with me, I use a dog comb to comb his head, back, legs and tail. He stays calm for this attention. He has very thin and easy to comb fur. He still has a puppy coat so I'm not sure what his adult coat will be like. He will need to be groomed regularly and will need daily brushing in between professional grooms. He has a high maintenance coat so anyone considering Macaroon must be committed to his coat upkeep and ensuring he doesn't get matted. Crate training is going well. He calmly goes into his crate at night and sleeps quietly through the night. Each morning he greets me with a furiously wagging tail and lots of love and kisses. We do crate him during the day for our longer absences but have left him out for short periods and he has been great. He doesn't mind car rides. Initially he did vomit the 1st 2 times in the car, but he is doing much better with it now.

He loves to cuddle and is very trusting, rolling over for lots of tummy pets.

Macaroon is in a foster home with two other dogs. He easily interacts with them and has good play skills. He has been on several pack walks with up to 7 dogs and has gotten along marvelously with the pack. He is untried with cats but I don't anticipate a problem as he is quite chill. He doesn't seem reactive to birds or squirrels on our walk. He is oblivious of their existence so far.

Macaroon is still a young puppy and as such, he explores the world with his mouth. He likes to “mouth” your toes and hands, but is easily corrected with an"ah-ah”. He has a fondness for shoes but is easily distracted with an alternative chew choice. I think he would be good with a young family but supervision would be a must. He is a very chill fellow and is on the lower energy scale for a puppy, so would also be great for an active senior. He would do well with children over 6yrs of age who are of a gentler nature and of course always supervised around the puppy.

Obedience training will be key to ensuring the best possible life for Mac. He is learning to sit for his treat and learned his name quickly. He usually comes when I call him. I think he will be a superstar at obedience training.

Macaroon is up to date for vaccinations. He came through his neuter surgery with flying colours. No drama for this boy. He has a clean bill of health from the vet with no concerns.

I've adopted 3 of my fosters and I would definitely keep Macaroon if I wasn't at my household limit. I love this little guy so much. I believe he would be a great addition to any family. He is smart, funny and curious. This little snuggle muffin can't wait to meet you and become a part of your family.



Name: Macaroon

ID # PDR2067

Age: 7mths

Gender: male

Neutered: yes

UTD vaccines: yes

Breed: Maltese/Yorkshire Terrier

Colours: black and tan

Coat length: med

House trained: almost

Special needs: no

OK with kids: yes

OK with cats: yes

Ok with dogs: yes

Status: adoptable

Microchip: yes

Size: small

Location: Ayr

Adoption fee: $900

23/06/2024

Dyson found his happily ever after with a couple who were searching for a great dog to call their own. Related to one of our vet staff members, they were tipped off about Dyson, an adorable Beagle who stole the hearts of all the staff as he was in for many visits getting his heartworm disease cured. When Dyson was posted for adoption they were quick to apply, eager for the chance to adopt this lovely dog. Dyson was the perfect fit for then and we all agreed that he had found his forever family. Dyson is called Otis now and is doing great!!

23/06/2024

Banks found his perfect fit with a PDR alum family who were looking for a second dog and friend for PDR alum Holly . Holly is at a perfect age to be a great role model and playmate for a new puppy and we know how great of a family this is for dogs so when we heard they were interested in Banks it was an easy decision and off he went!!! Banks is doing great and he loves his sister very much.

23/06/2024

We are so proud of PDR alum, Niko, for graduating level 1 and showing everyone that little dogs excel at training and love the challenges presented just like big dogs do!! Congratulations to Niko and his family!



Elite Dog Training

23/06/2024

come out and meet some great PDR dogs today!! Scroll down our feed for the post on which dogs will be in attendance today. We have lots of great dogs waiting to meet you!!!

23/06/2024

Less than 2 weeks away!

We are excited to once again bring back our annual GARAGE SALE!

TIME: Saturday, July 6, 2024 8:00 am -12:00 pm
LOCATION: 46 Yellow Birch Drive, Kitchener

Donations of gently used items are needed. We are so thankful for all donations and every dollar raised goes to help dogs in need.

Drop off donation days: Thursday, July 4, 5:00 pm-8:00
Friday, July 5, 1:00-8:00

If you have been to this sale before you know how enormous it is! If you are donating please understand we don't have the space to store donations ahead of time. Please help us out by hanging on to the items yourself and drop them off on one of the drop off days.

Thank you so much for your generosity!!! It is amazing how quickly these little yard sale purchases add up to help a whole lot of dogs!!!

22/06/2024

We hope to see you out today to meet these dogs and chat with their foster family and maybe a love connection will be made!!!
Note, we do not do adoptions on site, this is just a chance to meet these dogs in person and learn more about them.

Sat June 22nd, at Pet Valu in the new Sunfish Center, 1270 Fischer Hallman Rd, Kitchener (by Bleams) from 12pm to 2pm

Come see us!

22/06/2024

Come see us today at the NEW Sunfish Center Pet Valu (Fischer Hallman and Bleams) from 12pm to 2pm and meet some great PDR dogs! Get a dog wash for your dog any time today and proceeds go to PDR!!!
For the list of our dogs that will be here today scroll down our feed for the post listing them

On Saturday, June 22nd we invite you to Pet Valu Sunfish Centre; 1270 Fischer Hallman Road Kitchener to meet some adoptable dogs and learn more about Pound Dog Rescue.

How can you contribute?
Come use our dog wash! All proceeds from the dog wash on Saturday, June 22nd at Pioneer Park & Sunfish Centre will be donated.
Buy one, Donate one! Purchase select treats and we will donate a bag of the same value at Pioneer Park & Sunfish Centre
Donate an item in need!

The list of dogs who will be at the event will be posted closer to the date! Bring your dog for a refreshing summer bath and help PDR at the same time!!!

We can't wait to see you!

21/06/2024

We're featuring the amazing individuals who have sponsored our upcoming PDR Golf Tournament! Be sure to email us at [email protected] for more information if you're interested.⛳ A great way to celebrate or memorialize a beloved dog and help save dogs in need

We are so grateful to Joanne for sponsoring a tee in memory of her beloved dog Shadow, and supporting Pound Dog Rescue this year! ❤ 🐾 Shadow's placard at the tee sponsorship will display her photo and this bit of info about Shadow:
In memory of my beloved Shadow, a husky shepherd rescue from Manitoba.

Shadow was one of the most loveable gentle dogs I’d ever had despite her first few rough years. Watching her run free with her dog friends in our nearby fields every morning was the joy and highlight of our day together.

Too soon gone from my life. Her passing led me to fostering with the amazing Pound Dog family

21/06/2024

Some more dogs have been added!! Check out the updated list of great dogs waiting to meet you!

20/06/2024

We have 2 chances to meet some of our amazing adoptable (and soon to be adoptable) dogs this weekend!! Our friends at Pet Valu are hosting us as part of their Paw Month fundraiser for local rescues. Please click on each dogs photo for the day and time and location that they will be at. We hope to see you out to one, or both, or our events to meet these dogs and chat with their foster family and maybe a love connection will be made!!!
Note, we do not do adoptions on site, this is just a chance to meet these dogs in person and learn more about them.
Lots of savings in store as well and fundraising for PDR. We hope to see you out!!!
Sat June 22nd, at Pet Valu in the new Sunfish Center, 1270 Fischer Hallman Rd, Kitchener (by Bleams) from 12pm to 2pm

Sunday June 23rd, at Pet Valu Ira Needles, 235 Ira Needles Blvd, Kitchener (by Highland Rd) from 12pm to 2pm

20/06/2024

Dog harnesses available. $10 donation to PDR. Brand new. We have sizes 1 to 5 (XXSmall to large) see sizing chart for measurements to get proper size. Pick up available through Waterloo Region, North Dumfries, Oxford County. We can also mail out for an extra $2.
DM us to order one. Thanks!!

20/06/2024

For Adoption: Cassie!

Please read our dog bios carefully to be sure that the dog you are applying for suits your family and lifestyle.

We at PDR believe in the benefits of post-adoption training for our dogs and their families. This allows for continued socialization, learning and helps to create a well-mannered and balanced dog. Post-adoption training is a requirement in our adoption process.
To apply for adoption and for more information on our process and requirements, visit our website at https://pounddog.ca/adoption-info/.

I am delighted to introduce you to Cassie a Labrador Retriever approximately 4 years old. Cassie came into our rescue as a stray after recently weaning her last of several litters. Three days after she came to me as her foster Cassie was spayed and topped the scales at a whopping 45 kilos. Once healed from her surgery we embarked on a daily walking schedule gradually increasing the distance that now hits 6-9 km over 4 or 5 walks each day.
After 2 weeks she had lost 1.2 kilos and was on her way. At the writing of her bio Cassie has lost about 2 kilos. As her stamina increased Cassie couldn’t get enough of being outdoors and looked forward to our hikes in the conservation areas nearby. Once the hatch to my suv is up Cassie hops right in and sits to have her tether attached. She is a great passenger and sits quietly or lies down on longer trips.

Cassie is an extremely gentle, placid, laid back dog. She took to walking on leash very quickly and rarely pulls unless she wants to stop and smell something. She now has a spring in her step and her tail wags almost nonstop. Cassie will adapt her pace to the
person who is walking her. In the morning we usually go at a faster pace than later in the day. On our walks in my neighbourhood Cassie met many dogs, almost all much smaller.
Initially they barked or growled at her, probably intimidated by her size. Cassie just stood quietly at about a 2 metre distance wagging her tail. By the second or third meeting the smaller dog went right up to Cassie and they did the usual nose and butt sniffing. Cassie’s
whole demeanor is calm and friendly. On our hikes we’ve encountered several toddlers. She just stands quietly and lets them pet her gently. My neighbours have nicknamed Cassie the gentle giant.
Cassie has no issues with cars, motorcycles or large trucks on our walks but she did have a reaction to a bicyclist. She slept soundly through a recent thunderstorm. She was startled by hunters rifle shots in the distance (we live rurally).

For the first week Cassie followed me everywhere. Once she felt comfortable in my home she started to let me out of her sight and take a nap in another room while I worked elsewhere in the house. When I work in the kitchen she often likes to lie full out in the
middle of the room and I have to step over her. She takes up a lot of space. An essential for Cassie is a round 3’ bed. She spends much of her down time curled up on one of the two I have for her.

Cassie craves affection. When I take her out of her crate in the morning she leans right into me for a long head rub and body rub before we can leave the bedroom to go for our first walk of the day. She often comes up to me during the day looking for a body rub. If you lie down beside her on the floor Cassie automatically rolls over for a tummy rub. She adores being brushed which I do a few times each day since she is a shedder. When I am on my yoga mat Cassie will sometimes just watch me from her bed or try and join me for a cuddle. She’s getting used to my exercise routine and curls up nearby until I’m done and can pay her attention. Cassie is usually very patient but will occasionally do a soft woof to let me know she wants my attention.

When I had 7 people over for a barbeque recently Cassie went up to meet each one and then took her chew bone to the grass. She remained there quietly, occasionally coming to the deck for a pet. She chose to bury her bone so well some of us had to go on a hunt for it.
She acts the same with company inside the house, greeting people and getting a pat and then curling up on her bed nearby and taking a nap or watching us.

Once Cassie felt my home was hers she discovered her voice. When someone comes to the door she barks to alert me. Once she was in a deep sleep and popped up and ran to the door barking when she heard a doorbell on the tv. When I crate Cassie to leave the
house she usually barks for about 5 minutes before she settles. Because of this tendency Cassie would not be a suitable dog for an apartment or condo. Ideally she would need a home preferably with a fenced in yard where she could wander and sniff and use up some of her energy. She spends a lot of time outdoors in my garden on a 30 foot long line since my yard is not fenced in. One of her favourite things to do is roll over and over in the grass.
It’ s both delightful and comical to watch.

Cassie has discovered toys and she has a few favourites. We will play indoor fetch down the hall but that only lasts for 3 or 4 throws. We have tried fetch on a nearby field on a 50 foot long line and again that only lasts for a few tosses. Cassie is a large dog and her runs down the hallway are not very graceful. I never fail to laugh at her gallumping after her toy. She has her favourite rubber duck which she uses to let me know if she wants to be petted, play or go out. It’s usually accompanied by a soft whine of anticipation.
In the house you’d never know Cassie was there. She’s very quiet unless someone comes to the door. At night after our walk she settles quickly in her crate for the night and doesn’t stir until I get up.

Cassie would be best in a home with a family with children over the age of 8 who could share in the responsibility of the exercise she needs to both continue her weight loss and maintain her weight. A combination of fetch, chase, walks, hikes are essential for Cassie.
A family who enjoy the outdoors and being active would be ideal. If you think your family is up for the challenge of a loveable gentle dog with lots of energy please give Cassie your consideration. She is a treasure.



Name: Cassie

ID # PDR2073

Age: 4yrs

Gender: female

Spayed: yes

UTD vaccines: yes

Breed: Labrador Retriever

Colours: blonde

Coat length: short

House trained: yes

Special needs: no

OK with kids: older

OK with cats: yes

Ok with dogs: yes

Status: adoptable

Microchip: yes

Size: large

Location: Freelton

Adoption fee: $700

19/06/2024

How has Keith not found his forever family yet??? Beagle lovers unite and lets share this post to help Keith get his happily ever after. Super friendly dog looking to be the only dog in the home, but cats are fine!! Please share!

19/06/2024

Judy found her perfect forever home with a couple who were looking for a Pug type dog to love again after the passing of a beloved Pug. They saw Judy's posting and thought she sounded like the perfect fit for them. This was only solidified when they met her and got to know her more. Who could resist her gorgeous face? Judy has been named Zara now and is settling in well and is completely adored by her family!

19/06/2024

Little Venus joined her forever home! She went to a PDR alum family who's dog Jazna sadly passed away earlier in the year. They knew their home wasn't complete without a second dog, and so when everyone was ready they started to look for another dog, and along came Venus. We know that Venus has found her perfect family and she will have an amazing and full life with her family and her brother Bear.

19/06/2024

Congratulations to Koda on your canicross races! Runners with active dogs, you should check out this awesome sport!

Here's a family update:

It's been a while and I just wanted to give you an update on Koda (2019 adoption). Koda has hands down been the best dog I could have ever asked for. I often think about how the decision to adopt him was easily the best decision I've ever made. We've gotten pretty into canicross (running with a dog). He gets out running with me a number of times a week and we have actually ran a number of canicross races. Koda is a sp*ed demon and absolutely loves racing and running. I've also included some recent photos of Koda below.

I was actually a guest on an episode of the Canadian Canicross Sports podcast, talking about my experience running with Koda. If you're interested in listening, here's the link to the episode.

https://open.spotify.com/episode/2jxaOQFFy9ZJbyr6I4FBrj

Thank you for all you do with Pound Dog. If it wasn't for Pound Dog, Koda and I would have never crossed paths.

17/06/2024

Where are our herding dog p*eps? Please share to help Kipper find his most perfect forever home. This dog is a gem for any Border Collie lover

17/06/2024

Please share!!
Here are some great ways to support our golf tournament and raise money for the dogs in our care. Did you know that for a min $100 donation you can sponsor a tee and celebrate your amazing pet, or memorialize a beloved pet? All we ask of you is a nice photo of your pet and a bit of info about them and we will not only post this on the tee that you are sponsoring but will also post on our social media pages about this sponsorship. A great way to honour our pets and support the dogs in our care!!
Email us at [email protected] if you would like to sponsor a tee!! Limited spots available.

Reminder as well that prizes are still being sought for our golf tournament.

Business owners...sponsor a hole and support the dogs in our rescue!!! Contact us for more info if interested as well!

16/06/2024

For Adoption: Ursula!

Please read our dog bios carefully to be sure that the dog you are applying for suits your family and lifestyle.

We at PDR believe in the benefits of post-adoption training for our dogs and their families. This allows for continued socialization, learning and helps to create a well-mannered and balanced dog. Post-adoption training is a requirement in our adoption process.
To apply for adoption and for more information on our process and requirements, visit our website at https://pounddog.ca/adoption-info/.

I’m so excited to introduce you to Ursula!

Ursula is a 7-year-old chocolate brown merle Cocker Spaniel who is about 25lbs of pure love. She has soft white markings on her coat and luxurious curls on her head and ears. She has big expressive eyes and a tiny little nub of a tail that almost never stops wagging. The moment I saw her (before her incredible grooming session) she made me think of a little brown bear so I named her Ursula which means little she-bear.

Ursula came to us as a retired breeding dog from a large-scale breeding operation. She has been able to leave that life behind her for the most part and embrace her new duties as full time cuddler and loving family member. She is a bit timid with new people and new situations but her friendliness always wins out! She just needs a patient home to help her continue to learn about life outside the barn.

Ursula has been very quiet since joining our home, the most I’ve heard from her are some whines and cries if she wants out of her crate. For this reason, I think she would be good in any home environment. She is able to do stairs although she still needs some encouragement and because she is not a dog who requires endless amounts of exercise a yard will not be mandatory. Ursula has gotten very good at walking on the leash and rarely, if at all, pulls or swerves. She will, however, pickup and carry little treasures she finds along the way – maybe it’s a stick or a piece of paper. She has not attempted to eat anything she has found and always drops it when asked but it will be something to pay attention to – she may be a bit of a collector.

If we see other people when we are out walking her entire back end starts wagging and she is happy to meet anyone, young or old. She may even let out an excited little p*e. This was a regular occurrence when she first joined us, and not at all uncommon for a cocker spaniel, but this improves every day. When seeing other dogs, she may stop to watch them for a moment but never does anything other than wag her tail at them. Little creatures scurrying about garner a bit more attention and maybe even a half-hearted run or jump in chase.

Far and away my favorite thing about Ursula is her cuddling – she is an expert. She has the softest coat and the biggest paws and I love to hold and pet her. She loves it too and has not yet found enough of this love! One thing she still wrestles with is some anxiety about the TV - especially if she is sitting right in front of it. She seems fine when she is in her crate but if she is out lounging in the family room and the TV comes on with sound she makes a hasty exit from the room! This is just something that she needs continued exposure to with lots of tasty treats. She has made great strides in adapting to life outside the barn but she needs a patient and consistent home where she can continue to blossom.

In the short time that she has been with us she has adapted perfectly to crate training and happily rests in her crate when I am away from the home as well as overnight without a p*ep. I work out of the home 3 days a week where she is crated in the morning and again in the afternoon with a bathroom break at noon. She handles this schedule fine and would be ok to continue in this way or similar. She also eats in her crate without issue. Aside from the submissive/excited p*eing and 1 episode of gastro upset she has not had any accidents in the house. She enjoys her walks and readily takes care of business once we are on our way. She does not require enormous amounts of exercise but she loves a good, fast paced walk with lots of opportunities for sniffing. She is still nervous in the car so it’s best if she rides in a crate for the time being. This will continue to improve with positive exposure. She could also ride in the backseat with a seatbelt. Ursula has a coat that will require regular grooming so her new family must be ready to keep a grooming schedule and be familiar with the costs associated with this. Failure to keep her coat at a proper length will result in painful mats. She has had several baths since coming into rescue and her coat is still recovering from years of neglect. She has a bit of dry skin but that will continue to improve with regular grooming and good food.

Ursula is being fostered in a home with multiple dogs and she has shown great dog manners. She is not overly interested in the other dogs but she doesn't mind them being around her. She is right in the middle of the pack when I'm getting a meal ready in the kitchen or if I'm handing out treats! She would be ok in a home with dogs of similar energy but she would not want a dog who pesters her. She would also be fine as the only dog in the home, gobbling up all the attention for herself. She has not been cat tested but I expect she would be fine with a dog savvy cat.

Ursula has met lots of people at this point and has fully approved of everyone as long as they can pet her! She would be fine in a home with children as long as they were taught how to properly engage with her and treat her kindly. There is an inherent flight risk associated with dogs who have lived only in a breeding environment and as such any children in the home should be old enough to be trusted to keep doors and gates closed.

Ursula has shown to be a smart dog with how quickly she has picked up on the routine of the home. She will thrive in obedience training and this will be a mandatory requirement of her adoption. She has come to love her treats and she wants to make her people happy so I think she'll be a great pupil.

Ursula has been spayed and has healed up without incident. She had her dental recently where she had 12 teeth extracted. The rest were given a thorough cleaning but her new family should expect to deal with another dental for her in the next year or so. We dealt with what was emergent but she does have a few teeth that are in the lesser stages of dental disease that will need to be monitored with her new family and vet. She has also been battling some ye**ty buildup in her ears that we are making a serious dent in but will still need to be monitored in the coming months. Aside from these remnants of neglect she is a healthy girl and she’s feeling great after all of this wonderful vet care!

Sweet Ursula is looking for a forever family to call her own where she is never again mistreated. She needs a patient home with a family who will introduce her to new things and include her in their adventures. She will require a family who can ensure she gets the vetting, grooming and training that she needs so she can feel healthy and safe and supported. And most of all she needs a family that is committed to giving her the endless love that she craves. I promise that she will give it all back tenfold. If you think you could be her love match please fill out an application and I would love to talk to you about her!


Name: Ursula

ID # PDR2072

Age: 7yrs

Gender: female

Spayed: yes

UTD vaccines: yes

Breed: Cocker spaniel

Colours: chocolate

Coat length: med

House trained: yes

Special needs: no

OK with kids: older

OK with cats: yes

Ok with dogs: yes

Status: adoptable

Microchip: yes

Size: med

Location: Kitchener

Adoption fee: $700