Helping Paws - Okanagan, Canada

20/08/2024

*** AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION in B.C., Washington state, Oregon ***

A kind person found 4 puppies abandoned and brought them home to keep safe until adopted. Three have been adopted, one female is still available.

Isabelle is about 6 months old, about 40 lb, German Shepherd/Blackmouth Cur mix

She is a beautiful girl who is shy but so lovable. Once she opens up to you she loves her tummy rubbed and to be held. She’s a puppy so she gets energy but she's very sweet.

All pups have gone through introduction to a dog and a cat, and all did a great job
Isabelle is potty trained, crate trained, and working on Sit and Come (see videos in this post)

All our dogs are vaccinated, spayed/neutered, heartworm tested, microchipped, and dewormed. Isabelle is heartworm negative.

To apply: 1) email us for an Adoption Application form and
2) email photos of your yard showing entire fence line, where the dog would sleep, and where it would spend most of its time to [email protected]
If you live in an apartment, photos of where you would walk your dog.
** Applications without photos emailed will not be processed. If the name in your email differs from on the application, tell us

*** B.C. adopters must pick up in Bellingham WA from transport when it arrives

17/08/2024

*** AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION IN B.C., Washington, Oregon ***
Minnie is the sweetest little girl. A petite black lab/border collie (?) mix, about 1.5 yrs old and 40lb. Loves people, very well behaved, submissive, playful, doesn't get on furniture, leaves the cat alone. Great with other dogs. Would be fine as an only dog with doggie friends.
Click here to see her full details and instructions for applying to adopt.
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14/08/2024

Jake needs a new foster (or better yet, a home of his own).
He is a sweet boy with other dogs and with people, just not good at living with small critters like cats and ducks.
He is currently in Lake Country, but transport can be organized.

Jake would love to hang out with adults who will continue his socialization and basic training. "He’s great if I didn’t have tiny cats and birds. Like realistically a fantastic dog"
He is good with dog savvy, calm older children.

Jake doesn't need to live with another dog. He has been very happy going to the dog park to make friends.
Most weekends he hangs out at the park with his foster and her friends, chewing a bone and watching the world go by.

Jake is super smart and has mastered leash walking, Sit, and recalls to 'Jack' (which his foster thought was his name ;) )
He is great off leash hiking.
Jake/Jack is house trained and crate trained.
He is good in the house - doesn't chew or damage anything, though he gets into food if left out and is known to counter surf.
All trainable, and it helps to have lots of toys and bones available.

Jake really just needs to get more used to living in the human world.
He spent the first 6 months of his life in an outdoor pen with his siblings, with little human interaction or other dogs.
He just needs further socialization and basic rules and boundaries, while he waits for his furever home.
Oh, and cuddles 😻

Jake is about 8 months old and 65lb, a mix of lab, shepherd and probably more ;)

See videos in the comments

Please message for foster application form

10/08/2024

That's a wrap - two happy pups and two happy families 🥰
Many thanks to Nick Wilcox and Brenda Neddenriep Mills for fostering, and to Amber Lynn Ayres and Helping Paws in Chambers County for everything you do - especially for networking the pups.

5pm Bingo has been picked up in Bellingham and is now a Canadian citizen living in Vancouver near the beach. Cute video of him playing in his yard is in the comments.

Aug 11 6 a.m. Feedings done near Baker City OR and Jazz has been picked up by her family. Photos added :) Jazz is now living in eastern Oregon on a 10 acre property near the John Day Wilderness. She hit the jackpot. 🥰

Aug 10 7 a.m. Albuquerque, New Mexico. Walks and feedings done and back on the road

7pm The van is on its way!
Aug 9 6pm PST: Jazz and Bingo are waiting for the van to arrive to whisk them out of Texas to the Pacific NW

Jazz's sister Isabell is available for adoption still and can arrive Aug 25
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03/08/2024

01/08/2024

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The U.S. Centre for Disease Control and Prevention will now require dogs to be chipped and vaccinated for rabies before they can come into the country.Subscr...

28/07/2024

*** ADOPTED *** now named Zico, meaning courageous, unique and Charismatic in Persian ❤

Bingo is a male spitz/aussie mix (?) about 6 months old, 35 lb.

Bingo was found several days after hurricane Beryl. He was in a small friendly pound and went to a foster home a few days ago.

Bingo is very friendly and LOVES being with people. He is smart, knows basic commands, and is a well behaved puppy. He loves playing with his toys and running around.
Bingo does amazing walking on leash, and sits on command.
Not sure if potty trained due to being in a kennel, but he does potty outside when let out.
He does great with other dogs. See video in comments of him playing with another pound dog.
Active but not crazy energy.
Met a cat and got a bit excited but was easily corrected (see video in comments).

More photos and videos of Bingo are in the comments (change Most Relevant to All Comments). All dogs in the pound are available and are in his and Minnie’s videos.

All our dogs are vaccinated, spayed/neutered, heartworm tested, microchipped, and dewormed. Bingo is heartworm negative.

To apply: 1) email us for an Adoption Application form and
2) email photos of your yard showing entire fence line, where the dog would sleep, and where it would spend most of its time to [email protected]
If you live in an apartment, photos of where you would walk your dog.
** Applications without photos emailed will not be processed. If the name in your email differs from on the application, tell us

*** B.C. adopters must pick up in Bellingham WA from transport when it arrives

28/07/2024

*** AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION in B.C., Washington state, Oregon ***

Minnie is a female lab mix about 18 months old, 40 lb. No more growing :)

She was seized with other dogs on a property who were cruelly confined with no water access in the Texas heat. We think she had puppies but none were found. She was taken to a small local pound and is now in a foster home.

Minnie’s name was inspired by her petite size and adorable personality. She is really sweet and loves to play with other dogs and toys. She is very friendly and spins with excitement when someone visits her kennel or it’s time to eat.
She is a petite pup that gets along great with other dogs (see video in the comments, of her playing with another pound dog).
She walks fine on leash but probably has not been trained at all.
Active but not crazy energy.
Likes playing in water.
Met a cat and was scared of it (see video in comments)

Minnie is now in a foster home. Indoors for the first time😻
Her foster says every time we chat how easy Minnie is compared to most fosters. 😻
"I had one accident first day and since then no accidents in the house or in her crate. I have had her 3 days and her personality is starting to come through. She is so cute and small. She gets along with my dogs and leaves the cat alone. She has a nice mat on the floor and that’s where she stays. I crate her for sleeping with a blanket over her crate first night the cat was outside and scared her so she barked. I covered up and no sound since. She eats in crate. She is not food possessive and Maggie (bulldog) let her eat her food. That says a lot. She is learning to play. She will come for pets will take time but I can see her cuddling eventually. "

Minnie has met the grandchildren and did great (see video in comments)

All our dogs are vaccinated, spayed/neutered, heartworm tested, microchipped, and dewormed. Minnie is heartworm negative.

To apply: 1) email us for an Adoption Application form and
2) email photos of your yard showing entire fence line, where the dog would sleep, and where it would spend most of its time to [email protected]
If you live in an apartment, photos of where you would walk your dog.
** Applications without photos emailed will not be processed. If the name in your email differs from on the application, tell us

*** B.C. adopters must pick up in Bellingham WA from transport when it arrives

26/07/2024

*** ADOPTED *** Now named Gigi 😻

A kind person found 4 puppies abandoned and brought them home to keep safe until adopted. Two have been adopted, 2 females are still available.

Jazz is about 6 months old, about 35 lb, German Shepherd/Blackmouth Cur mix

Jazz is a sweet baby girl who is a bit mischievous , she loves attention and wants to play. She loves being petted too, she's a puppy after all. She loves to explore and be outside.

All pups have gone through introduction to a dog and a cat, and all did a great job
They are potty trained, and crate training is going well.

We'll add more photos and videos in the comments below as we receive them (change Most Relevant to All Comments)

All our dogs are vaccinated, spayed/neutered, heartworm tested, microchipped, and dewormed. Jazz is heartworm negative.

To apply: 1) email us for an Adoption Application form and
2) email photos of your yard showing entire fence line, where the dog would sleep, and where it would spend most of its time to [email protected]
If you live in an apartment, photos of where you would walk your dog.
** Applications without photos emailed will not be processed. If the name in your email differs from on the application, tell us

*** B.C. adopters must pick up in Bellingham WA from transport when it arrives

26/07/2024

*** AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION in B.C., Washington state, Oregon ***

A kind person found 4 puppies abandoned and brought them home to keep safe until adopted. Two have been adopted, 2 females are still available.

Isabelle is about 6 months old, about 40 lb, German Shepherd/Blackmouth Cur mix

She is a beautiful girl who is shy but so lovable. Once she opens up to you she loves her tummy rubbed and to be held. She’s a puppy so she gets energy but she's very sweet.

All pups have gone through introduction to a dog and a cat, and all did a great job
They are potty trained, and crate training is going well.

We'll add more photos and videos in the comments below as we receive them (change Most Relevant to All Comments)

All our dogs are vaccinated, spayed/neutered, heartworm tested, microchipped, and dewormed. Isabelle is heartworm negative.

To apply: 1) email us for an Adoption Application form and
2) email photos of your yard showing entire fence line, where the dog would sleep, and where it would spend most of its time to [email protected]
If you live in an apartment, photos of where you would walk your dog.
** Applications without photos emailed will not be processed. If the name in your email differs from on the application, tell us

*** B.C. adopters must pick up in Bellingham WA from transport when it arrives

24/07/2024

As much as Suzanne and Cindy love hanging out together, each would rather hang out with their own hoomans 😻😻

Both are available for adoption, being fostered near Kamloops but can be transported within BC. Adopters south of the border may pick up just north of the border.
Lab/shepherd mix, 8 months old. See their profiles for details.

Suzanne https://www.facebook.com/HelpingPawsOkanagan/posts/pfbid0jc4HxbCx5MiWKNmD3tdagSbDfF2PSwBm8ZQ8vYrviKFvRciSrh7wJY8dDATcEuzQl

Cindy https://www.facebook.com/HelpingPawsOkanagan/posts/pfbid02bY6DjhdQjzW27nW1S3NDbEixwTNZBXsxNtyYnNX68sMSz2jBuquCCBh6nZX3weadl

22/07/2024

Yay!

20/07/2024

Welcome to Canada Chloe and Zeus! 🐕‍🦺🐕‍🦺🇨🇦 Arrival photos being added as received
July 22 1:30pm PST: The van has arrived and the pups are being picked up.
July 21 10 a.m. PST: Photos added of the pups. They look relaxed and curious 😺😺
July 20 11 a.m. PST: Chloe and Zeus are loading on the van in Katy TX to start their journey to B.C.
Photos of them saying goodbyes to the kind person who found and fostered them.
Many thanks to Nick Wilcox and Brenda Neddenriep Mills.

Their two sisters are available for adoption still and can arrive in two weeks https://www.facebook.com/HelpingPawsOkanagan/posts/pfbid09ar4qNpPFoSDrqCQCd8oZW2P1vK6HsGdqBQg8fTrcfXsnSeBxKZSfccYQ5ybzGnzl

19/07/2024

Bernie wags his tail while he's eating 😻 What a sweet, happy boy.

Available for adoption, being fostered in Victoria.
Bernie's full profile is here https://www.facebook.com/HelpingPawsOkanagan/posts/pfbid02U1ge1CEJ6dnE4BSvM5hmPet4xx6ihHAPDPpbwDPjE9yYC7ijBiyvADHc6sqievT7l

14/07/2024

*** ADOPTED *** Now named Hazel

Chloe (blue collar), roughly 6 months Blackmouth cur/German shepherd mix, the smallest baby of this litter, a beautiful baby girl who is a darker color. She is sweet and loves to be held, but also loves her toys. She loves stuffed toys she can chew on and loves to run around the yard.

Chloe's sisters Isabel and Jazz are still available (see the post on our page)

14/07/2024

*** ADOPTED ***

Zeus (brown collar ) : he is a boy , roughly 6 months old Blackmouth cur/German shepherd mix , he is great with other dogs and cats . He is such a sweet boy and is so gentle .

Zeus' sisters Isabel and Jazz are still available (see the post on our page)AD

14/07/2024

Your Sunday morning smile... Suzanne, Cindy and their fosters' lab mix, Sir Groot the Kangal×Maremma wants to join in the fun but doesn't know how, then the cool cat wanders through 😎
Suzanne (brindle) and Cindy (all black lab mix) available for adoption

12/07/2024

*** AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION *** Being fostered in Lake Country but can be transported within BC. Adopters south of the border may pick up just north of the border.

Jake is an 8 mo old black male lab/shepherd mix (?), about 55 lb. He looks much like his momma, who weighs 60 lb. His dad is a Dutch Shepherd (photos of parents in comments)

Behaviour: Clumsy, funny and full of love. Jake is hilarious. He is good with people who let him choose to say Hi first. Jake can be a little nervous in new situations because he has had limited life experience so far, but he adjusts well. His foster has done a great job of socializing him by bringing him to the park downtown and hanging with dog-savvy people. He has learned to hang out chewing his bone and snoozing while his humans play sports.

Good with dogs: Jake looooves other dogs his size and bigger, and they love him. He plays well with other dogs (see videos in the comments) and is medium energy. Jake respects other dogs’ boundaries and plays differently with his foster’s senior dog than with her other puppy.

Jake doesn’t seem to like small high energy dogs though (but how many dogs do...? )

Cats: No cats or other small animals, as his herding instincts/prey drive kick in.

Children: No small children. We think the pups were hit when they were young, as they react to sudden hand movements near their heads. Young childrens' sudden movements would scare Jake.

Housetrained: Yes

Training: Great on a leash. Getting much better with recall and is now doing off-leash hikes. He is good about checking in often while off-leash.
Intelligent and very treat motivated, which helps with training. Sensitive about being scolded, which also help with training.

Crate trained: Good in crate, sleeps through the night and when his foster is gone at work. He’s happy in his crate with a kong and frozen treats. Happy to sleep in a crate or on the bed with you.

Really good on car rides.
Loves loves a kiddy pool/ watering tub to splash in.

Behaviours that need work: Is a chewer if left out of his crate unmonitored.
Jake has herding behaviours/prey drive which are being worked on and it’s gotten better but he needs to be kept separate from small animals, or needs an experienced handler/trainer to teach him to leave small animals alone.

Ideal home: An active single or couple would be ideal for Jake. He would be fine either living with other dogs or being an only dog. He entertains himself well when alone. No small crazy dogs, cats, or other small pets. No small children. Patient, calm adults with dog experience who will patiently socialize and train him.
Jake is very much a shepherd in a lab body, so people with shepherd experience would be ideal.

Rescue story: Jake and his 4 siblings were born to a momma who was an outside dog. Mom and pups were kept in an outdoor kennel. Their owner went to jail when they were very young. The neighbours took it upon themselves to look after the dogs – feeding and water, cleaning the kennel and improving shelter from storms and tornadoes, leash training, and looked for a rescue to take them before the owner got out of jail in July - because who knows what would happen to them then. That’s when we stepped in, just in time too before a hurricane hit.

More photos and videos are in the comments (change Most Relevant to All Comments).

All our dogs are vaccinated, spayed/neutered, heartworm tested, microchipped, and dewormed. Jake is heartworm negative.

To apply: 1) email us for an Adoption Application form and
2) email photos of your yard showing entire fence line, where the dog would sleep, and where it would spend most of its time to [email protected]
If you live in an apartment, photos of where you would walk your dog.

** Applications without photos emailed will not be processed. If the name in your email differs from on the application, tell us

11/07/2024

*** AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION ***
This lucky pup was found stray by one of our fosters, who brought him home and is fostering him until adopted. He has named the pup Nova. Nova is a medium sized dog, 8 months old, 42 lb. He will be about 50lb full grown.
We can transport Nova to BC, Washington state, or Oregon.
Please read the attached post for information on him.

All our dogs are vaccinated, spayed/neutered, heartworm tested, microchipped, and dewormed. Nova is heartworm negative.
To apply: 1) email us for an Adoption Application form and
2) email photos of your yard showing entire fence line, where the dog would sleep, and where it would spend most of its time to [email protected]
If you live in an apartment, photos of where you would walk your dog.
** Applications without photos emailed will not be processed. If the name in your email differs from on the application, tell us

Send a message to learn more

09/07/2024

A kind person found 4 puppies abandoned and brought them home to keep safe until adopted.
The boy Zeus (brown collar) and Chloe (blue collar) have adoptions pending.
Isabel and Jazz are still available for adoption, and can arrive on Aug 12 if adopted before then.
They are about 6 months old and 30-40lb currently
All pups have gone through introduction to a dog and a cat, and all did a great job
German shepherd/black mouth cur mix

Isabel
(pink collar) : a beautiful girl who is shy but so lovable. Once she opens up to you she loves her tummy rubbed and to be held. She’s a puppy so she gets energy but she's very sweet.

Jazz
(Teal collar) : another baby girl , who is sweet but also a little bit of a trouble maker, she loves attention and wants to play. She loves her being petted too, she's a puppy after all. She loves to explore and be outside.

09/07/2024

Gorgeous Bernie and Darla - so shiny ❤

Both available for adoption, click on their photos for link to their full profiles

08/07/2024

It may seem far removed from the PNW/BC, but Hurrican Beryl is hitting our partners in Texas hard. Stay safe Texas friends 🙏

We are really worried about the stray dogs, especially some we were hoping to rescue from the "Corridor of Cruelty" when our dogs in foster in B.C. get adopted. Strays tend to gather around water sources, which flood during bad storms. Not to mention how scary and dangerous it is for them to be in the wind and rain with debris blowing around :(

We are SO glad we got the puppies out of Texas in early June, who were living outdoors. Cindy, Suzanne, Darla, Bernie and Jake are looking for their forever homes.
If you're thinking of adopting, now is the time. We need foster space in B.C. to rescue the strays if they survive the storm🙏 They are right in it's path 😭 Especially Texanne (click on her photo for details of her sad situation)
She needs a foster in Texas until transport, and a foster/adopter in the PNW
Video of her and her buddies (two males) in the comments.
Please check out our Adoptables in Photos/Albums/Available for Adoption.
Donations always appreciated, etransfer/paypal to [email protected]

07/07/2024

*** AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION *** Being fostered in Victoria but can be transported within BC. Adopters south of the border may pick up just north of the border.

Bernie is a very sweet & shy 9 month old male, handsome brindle, about 70 lb. His mom looks lab mix and weighs 60 lb. His dad is a neighbourhood brindle Dutch Shepherd we think.

Behaviour: Super sweet, shy, gentle and affectionate. Loves to be with you and follows his foster mom around. He is curious and clever. And a bit clumsy Needs to be introduced to new people thoughtfully. Quiet in the home, only barks occasionally if he hears neighbours’ dogs barking. Not a begger (hasn't been spoiled by people food) and not resource protective. Bernie is happy to share everything - kibble, toys and beds
Bernie will be a very loyal, gentle companion for his new family.

Rescue story: Bernie and his 4 siblings were born to a momma who was an outside dog. Mom and pups were kept in an outdoor kennel. Their owner went to jail when they were very young. The neighbours took it upon themselves to look after the dogs – feeding and water, cleaning the kennel and improving shelter from storms and tornadoes, leash training, and looked for a rescue to take them before the owner got out of jail in July - because who knows what would happen to them then. That’s when we stepped in.

Good with dogs: Bernie could be happy living without a dog if he had a full time person, and just have dog friends. He does best with playful dogs.

Good with cats: Bernie was tested with a cat through a wire fence and was good, but that was his first and only cat meeting. Would need to be trained with a dog-savvy cat.

Good with kids: Bernie has been around a 9 yr old girl and was fine. We expect he’ll be fine living with 9+ calm children. He is very affectionate, but lanky and clumsy so could knock a little person over

Housetrained: Yes

Training: Bernie had leash training in Texas and is fine on leash. Responds to his name when called. He is learning Sit. He needs to be settled and relaxed to be able to focus on learning commands. Very treat motivated, which helps with training.

Crate trained: Good in crate. Sleeps thru the night in his crate. Rests in the crate for up to up to 4 hours when his foster is at work.

Car rides: Enjoys car rides (once he is in the car!)

Behaviours that need work: Bernie is still figuring out life in a home. He used to counter surf a lot but is getting much better (see video in comments). He sometimes chews things he shouldn’t so needs to be redirected to an allowed chew toy, and crated when not monitored. Is learning to Sit to get attention instead of jumping up on his people.

Ideal home: Patient adults with dog experience who will patiently socialize and train him. He doesn’t seem to need to live with a dog, though would love a few good doggie friends.
Children 9+ and dog savvy.
Bernie and his siblings are scared by sudden movements, we think they were hit by their previous owner, so no young children is best.
As with any dog who lacks confidence, Bernie needs his people to be his leaders and protectors, and provide clear rules and boundaries so that he can relax and enjoy life. He needs to be introduced to new people thoughtfully.
5’ fence ideally

More photos and videos are in the comments (change Most Relevant to All Comments).

All our dogs are vaccinated, spayed/neutered, heartworm tested, microchipped, and dewormed. Bernie is heartworm negative.

To apply: 1) email us for an Adoption Application form and
2) email photos of your yard showing entire fence line, where the dog would sleep, and where it would spend most of its time to [email protected]
If you live in an apartment, photos of where you would walk your dog.

** Applications without photos emailed will not be processed. If the name in your email differs from on the application, tell us

05/07/2024

If you plan on taking your dog across the border (Canada to U.S.) after Aug 1, you are in for a world of hurt with the new restrictions imposed by the U.S.

To avoid this, you can get your dog microchipped now and take it across to border for rabies vaccine and certificate BEFORE Aug 1. It will then have a rabies certificate issued by a U.S. vet, which will avoid the hassle. Make sure the certificate includes the microchip # (double check it the number is printed correctly) and is signed by the U.S. vet.
Tonasket Vet is the logical choice in WA for those living in the Okanagan, and there are numerous vets in western WA. Book an appointment beforehand of course.

Otherwise, this is what you will need to do to bring your dog across the border after Aug 1 (copied from email from my veterinarian).
Ugh...

As of August 1st 2024 the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)’s new rules will be in effect, impacting travelling to the USA with a dog. Please visit the CDC website, as they have the ultimate authority. https://www.cdc.gov/importation/bringing-an-animal-into-the-united-states/dogs.html

If you are exporting a cat or travelling with a cat- rules have not changed.

REQUIREMENTS FOR DOGS TRAVELLING FROM CANADA TO THE USA AFTER AUGUST 1, 2024
Export/ travelling is solely the pet guardian’s responsibility. Below is Canada to USA requirements.

DISCLAIMER: The CDC is the ultimate authority on pet travel to the USA, and Helping Paws Okanagan is not responsible if you have any problems crossing the border.
If you have any questions, please find the answer from CDC.

This information is only applicable to dogs that have been in Canada (or other rabies free or low risk Countries) in the 6 months before entry to the USA, have received a rabies vaccine in Canada, and are returning to Canada. This information doesn’t apply to exports or foreign vaccinated animals. Travel must occur directly from Canada to the USA.

Requirements:

6 months of age at the time of entry to the USA.
Appear healthy upon arrival.
Implanted and documented ISO- compatible microchip that was placed PRIOR to the current rabies vaccine or rabies titre.
Owner has a CDC dog import form receipt, this needs to be completed online within 2-10 days before arrival to the USA.
Owners must carry Veterinary records, including microchip number for the past 6 months before travel.
Owners must have a veterinarian complete one of the two CDC approved forms.
The Approved CDC form must be endorsed by an official export veterinarian. Owners are responsible to schedule this appointment at the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) office in Vernon for the endorsement of the appropriate form.

Forms: If vaccinated for Rabies

CDC Dog Import Form ( Form not available till July 15 2024)
Fill out online ideally 2-10 days before arrival. Will need to include port of entry where the dog is arriving and must be correct at time of arrival.
This form requires you to upload a clear photograph of the dog showing its face and body.
Certificate of Dog Arriving from DMRVV- free or Low Risk Country
Must be endorsed by an official export Veterinarian (CFIA)
Must be completed within 30 days of travel

How long are the forms valid for?

The Certification of Dog Arriving from DMRVV-free or Low-Risk Country into the United States form is valid for (1) a single entry for 30 days after the form was issued if it does not contain information about rabies vaccination administered in a dog rabies-free or low-risk country, OR (2) multiple entries into the US for the duration the rabies vaccination is valid (1 or 3 years) if it contains information about rabies vaccination administered in a dog rabies free or low-risk country.
The CDC Dog Import Form has to be completed for each trip; this takes less than 5 minutes and is free.

How often does a dog need to be vaccinated against rabies to meet U.S. entry requirements? How long after being vaccinated are they eligible to enter the United States?

Vaccines will be considered valid for a period of 1 or 3 years depending on manufacturer guidelines.
Dog(s) must receive their initial (first) rabies vaccine at least 28 days prior to entering the United States. Booster vaccines are considered immediately valid in dogs over 15 months of age provided the dog has received at least 1 previous rabies vaccine administered on or after 12 weeks of age and there has been no lapse in vaccine coverage. Booster vaccines must be administered according to recognized U.S. vaccine schedules (i.e., administered every 1 or 3 years) and comply with manufacturer’s instructions.

Send a message to learn more

28/06/2024

*** AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION *** Being fostered in Victoria but can be transported within BC. Adopters south of the border may pick up north of the border.

Darla is an 8 mo old black female lab(?) mix, 52 lb. She looks much like her momma, who weighs 60 lb. Here dad is a Dutch Shepherd.

Behaviour: Sweet and shy with new people, very affectionate once she knows you. New people need to be introduced thoughtfully. She especially loves women.
From her foster, who is also fostering Bernie “Darla and Bernie are affectionate, curious and clever and will make their future adoptive parents very happy. They are learning so much and conquering their fears of new people and situations.”
Darla is not a begger (hasn't been spoiled by people food) and is not resource protective. She is happy to share everything - kibble, toys and beds

Good with dogs: Darla likes other dogs, though needs slow introductions as she grew up with only her siblings and mom around. It took her 10 days to settle in to her foster home and now she is good friends with her foster’s female the same age.

Cats: Unknown

Children: Good with dog-savvy, calm children. Darla met a 7 yr old girl and was very sweet and gentle (see video in comments).

Housetrained: Yes

Training: Great on a leash. Comes when called. Darla is still figuring out life in a home, so training has just started. She knows Sit and Lie Down. Very treat motivated, which will help with training.
She is quiet. She is learning that she is only allowed to chew her toys.
Crate trained: Good in crate, sleeps through the night.
Great in cars

Behaviours that need work: Jumps up on people she knows. Needs to learn that Sit gets attention instead. Needs more socialization. Counter surfs, which is being worked on.

Ideal home: Patient adults and children with dog experience who will patiently socialize her. Ideally another playful dog.
Darla and her siblings are scared by sudden movements, we think they were hit by their previous owner, so no young children is best.
As with any shy dog, Darla needs her people to be her leaders and protectors, and have clear rules and boundaries so that she can relax.

Rescue story: Darla and her 4 siblings were born to a momma who was an outside dog. Mom and pups were kept in an outdoor kennel. Their owner went to jail when they were very young. The neighbours took it upon themselves to look after the dogs – feeding and water, cleaning the kennel and improving shelter from storms and tornadoes, leash training, and looked for a rescue to take them before the owner got out of jail in July - because who knows what would happen to them then. That’s when we stepped in, just in time too before a hurricane hit.

More photos and videos are in the comments below (change Most Relevant to All Comments). She is being fostered with Bernie who is also available for adoption.

All our dogs are vaccinated, spayed/neutered, heartworm tested, microchipped, and dewormed. Darla is heartworm negative.

To apply: 1) email us for an Adoption Application form and
2) email photos of your yard showing entire fence line, where the dog would sleep, and where it would spend most of its time to [email protected]
If you live in an apartment, photos of where you would walk your dog.

** Applications without photos emailed will not be processed. If the name in your email differs from on the application, tell us