A.R.F Ontario

22/08/2024

ARF loves to send cards and notes to our fantastic donors! There's just one problem, and we hope you will help.

When we receive an e-transfer it comes directly from your bank, with NONE of your contact info. So please, when you donate this way just send us a heads-up email at: [email protected]
This is especially important if it is a memorial or gift donation, otherwise we have no way to follow through.
When we receive a donation via our PayPal account...please take a moment to fill in your email and snail mail info before completing the transaction. If the PayPal is a memorial gift, please state this so an acknowledgement can be sent to the family.

Help us to say a heartfelt 'THANKS' in every way possible! ❤️

21/08/2024

Thumbs and paws up!!! ARF online applications are now up and running as usual! Unfortunately, we are unable to recover any applications submitted the last week. If you have applied for one of our amazing pups or dogs, please resubmit your application so our team can assist you in your search to find a great ARF companion. We profusely apologize for the inconvenience and look forward to hearing from you!

21/08/2024

Looking for that "special one"? Tired of endlessly swiping left in a pool of unsavory humans?
Problem solved!! Sarge is your new man and can't wait to meet you, either for a foster field day or a forever-home love match 💓🐾💓
This verrrry handsome boy has been holding out for you for going on 702 days!!!
So pleasssse...go check out Sarge's "dating profile" at arfontario.com and contact us to foster or adopt. Application forms can be found here: https://www.arfontario.com/adopt/dogs/dog-application-form/
https://www.arfontario.com/foster/canine-foster/
💋💋💋💋💋 xo ~ Sarge

19/08/2024

Update ❗️ We are working to hopefully recover missing applications and get the original form working again, but we have temporarily uploaded the adoption application as a document that can be filled out and submitted via email!

❗️If you believe your application was not received over the last few days, please fill out the form as a document and submit via email (details on the “Apply to Adopt” section of our website). Thank you all for your patience!

URGENT NEWS!! Unfortunately it appears that the ARF website is struggling to send applications in successfully. We are currently working on this technical problem and hope to resolve this issue ASAP. If you have submitted an application recently and have not had any response, please email [email protected] so that our team can assist you in your search to find a great ARF companion. We apologize for any delays and look forward to hearing from you!

17/08/2024

17/08/2024

TODAY! Saturday! Elviage Drive, London. Our ARFies have created an adoptable zone with sooo many puppies wanting to meet you. See you there!

16/08/2024

AUGUST 17, rain or shine!
All attending rescues were given FREE booth space and had event insurance paid for by ARF/LEADS (Pawlooza volunteers). Please come and support us all.
Food trucks, stage events with seating, tons of shopping, so many interactive doggie activities!
Pawlooza REN'S PETS

15/08/2024

PUPPIES on Country 104 and London's Best Rock FM96 this morning, in support of Pawlooza!
Thank-you Corus Entertainment for your unwavering and ongoing dedication to A.R.F Ontario and adoptable animals!

10/08/2024

A week today, August 17th 2024, we will be all hands & paws on deck to host PAWLOOZA! Canada’s Favourite Dog Festival occurs in London. Tons of parking, tons of smiles, tons of tail wags tons of food, tons of shopping and most of all : TONS OF ADOPTABLES.
Save a few bucks getting advance parking passes, and carpool if you can as it’s per vehicle not per person:

Join an estimated 15,000 people and 6,000 dogs for Canada’s most unique and dog-friendly festival experience. It only happens once per year – on International Homeless Animals’ Day!

09/08/2024

When babies have been so unwell, it makes their foster mama VERY HAPPY to see their appetite return!

08/08/2024

So honoured and excited to attend this send off today! Dani is a long time ARFie and impactful in so many ways.

01/08/2024

Puppy alert 🚨 In the comments, caption this photo!

27/07/2024

It’s raining puppies at Global Pet Foods on Wonderland and Commissioners! Come out and visit some adorable ARF pups looking for their forever homes until 1pm today!

26/07/2024

ARF's Summer Patio Pups and the Cruisin' Crew will be at Global Pet Foods at Wonderland and Commissioners on Saturday from 11am-1pm for a meet and greet! Don't miss out visiting these two amazing litters looking for their forever homes! It's going to be a puppy party!!! See you on Saturday!

25/07/2024

Mark your calendars for a puppy party!!! Be sure to stop by Global Pet Foods on Wonderland and Commissioners on Saturday July 27th from 11am until 1pm to meet two adorable ARF litters looking for their forever homes. The "Cruisin' Pups" will be driving by for a visit and can't wait to take you for a ride! "The Summer Patio Pups" will cool you off with their refreshing debut and no doubt beat the heat! ARF volunteers will be there to chat all about the adoption option and answer any questions. Don't miss out on a party of adoptable cuteness! See you on Saturday!

21/07/2024

London Pride Day 2 is well underway! Adorable puppies Mercedes and Sienna are showing off their good behaviour, and experienced volunteers are answering questions about adopting, fostering, Pawlooza and more!

20/07/2024

Duke
4 Years
"Noble Ruler of Cuddles" Mix

Introducing Sir Duke! This handsome and noble lad is ready to rule your heart and home! Duke is the monarch of cuddling, snuggles and being with his humans. He has a huge heart with a splash of goofiness that wins people over instantly.

Duke currently lives with three young humans and adores children of all ages! Cats are not his cup of tea and he is very dog selective, so is looking to for a pet free home where he is the king of his own castle. Duke wants nothing more than to be with his humans and requires a monarchy where someone is home most of the time. An adopter who is retired or works from home would be ideal. As long as Duke’s humans are close by, he is perfectly content relaxing on the couch or his dog bed while they go about their royal duties.

Duke is a perfect gentleman when it comes to housetraining. He sleeps through the night and is still leaning that a crate is a safe place to be when his humans are away for short periods of time. Duke loves going for walks and requires adequate exercise and opportunities to run in secure off leash areas to bring out his best. A home with a large property, and someone home during the day would be Duke’s perfect palace!

Duke is ready to perform his princely duties sharing the couch, cuddling, chewing on bully sticks, playing with tennis balls and making his humans laugh with his quirky personality. He is vaccinated, neutered, micro-chipped, and heart worm tested. If you are a homebody with an active lifestyle, Duke may be the perfect royal to reign your heart and home!

To apply to adopt this handsome lad, click here: https://www.arfontario.com/project/duke/

20/07/2024

HAPPY PRIDE! Come visit our adoptable puppers, chat with experienced ARFies about volunteering / adopting / attending Pawlooza, and help support East Village Animal Hospital too! Victoria Park, London ON - see you there!

19/07/2024

Adoptable puppies Troye and Roan are currently doing great at REN'S PETS St Thomas!

18/07/2024

Tomorrow‼ 🐶🐶

Did you miss these two last weekend? Well, good news! Troye and Roan will be at REN'S PETS in St Thomas tomorrow, from 4pm to 6pm.

Come say hi to these adoptable cuties, and chat to their foster about adoption, fostering, Pawlooza and more!

18/07/2024

Biscuit
11 weeks
"Sweet and Playful" mix

*Fostered in Niagara*

Hello everyone- I’m Biscuit, and I’m one half of the sweet treat duo with my sister Biscotti. My foster mom says I am one of the sweetest pups, who doesn’t love biscuits?!

A Little About Me: I am about 11 weeks old and around 15 lbs. I love to greet people with kisses and want all your attention! I am a confident girl who likes to explore with an outgoing personality. My foster family has a big soft spot for me, I think you will think so too!

Currently I live with adults, one resident dog and my sister, Biscotti. I like to lead the way for my sister and show her how to do things. I have been working on my crate training, I sleep through the night great. I will work on toys that hold treats and like figuring out new things. I have not met any cats yet but I am young and would likely be fine. My foster mom tells me we can go check some out at our local Petstore soon. I love cuddling with my people and will fall asleep in your arms. I am a playful girl, I will play and play until suddenly I crash and take a puppy nap. I enjoy playing with my sister and practicing sharing my toys with her. I have not met any children but would likely do fine as long as you continue training to help me with my puppy manners.

I’m getting the hang of going potty outside and having been doing very well as long as you let me out on time. I love exploring on my leash and checking out new sights. I have been working on basic commands and making progress, sometimes I get distracted and my puppy brain finds a new toy to play with. I want to go where ever my people are going, I will run up to any human for attention and praise. I enjoy roaming the yard and wouldn’t mind if my new home had one too, but if not I would be happy with lots of walks.

I am ready to join my furever family with lots of toys, treats and cuddles to have a dough-lightful life!

Click here to apply: https://www.arfontario.com/project/biscuit/

17/07/2024

Biscotti
11 weeks
"Sweet and Loving" mix

*Fostered in Niagara*

Hello everyone- I’m Biscotti, but you can call me Scotti! I’m one half of the sweet treat duo with my sister Biscuit, my name means a double baked biscuit because I have darker, more toasted markings, than my sister.

A Little About Me: I am about 11 weeks old and around 14 lbs. I might be a little bit on the quiet side compared to my outgoing sister when meeting new people, but don’t let that fool you—I have a heart full of love and kisses ready to share and will still run right up to you. I love to give kisses. My foster family has a big soft spot for me, they just keep saying how sweet I am, and I believe you will think so too!

Currently I live with adults, one resident dog and my sister Biscuit who is my partner in crime, and I love following her around. Currently, I’m sleeping through the night in my crate like a champ. A strict bedtime for beauty rest for this pup! I’m curious about other dogs and love making new furry friends. I have not lived any cats yet, my foster mom showed me some at the local Petstore and I didn’t really pay attention. I have not met any children but would likely do fine as long as you continue training to help me with my puppy manners. I adore being around my humans and will happily follow you everywhere. Need a shadow? I’m your girl!

I’m getting the hang of going potty outside and working hard on perfecting this skill but I am pretty quiet so you might need to remind me to go outside. I love exploring on my leash. Every walk is a new adventure! I’m an absolute angel in the car. The gentle hum of the engine puts me right to sleep. Road trip, anyone?

As you might be able to tell, I love having my photo taken and will happily sit waiting for some attention and praise. My favourite activity is sniffing out treats. Hide and seek with snacks? Count me in! I enjoy roaming the yard and wouldn’t mind if my new home had one. More space to explore and play! If not I would be happy with lots of walks. I would love to join a loving home with lots of treats, toys, and cuddles.

Are you ready to add a dash of sweetness to your life? I am ready to make some paw-some memories together!

Click here to apply: https://www.arfontario.com/project/biscotti/

14/07/2024

Linus, Troye and Roan did amazing at their viewing today! Thanks for the staff at Pet Valu St Thomas for being so great with everyone. Check out their bios on our website for more info and to apply to adopt these boys!

https://www.arfontario.com/adopt/dogs/

14/07/2024

TODAY!
Swing by Pet Valu St Thomas for a meet and greet with these cuties!
📍 Pet Valu - 1010 Talbot Street, St Thomas ON, N5P 4N2
⏰ Sunday July 14th, 11am to approximately 1pm
🐶🐶🐶 Troye, Roan, and Linus! Along with their foster parents and an ARF volunteer, who can answer any of your questions about them, ARF, Pawlooza, and much more!

11/07/2024

This Sunday, swing by Pet Valu St Thomas for a meet and greet with these cuties!

📍 Pet Valu - 1010 Talbot Street, St Thomas ON, N5P 4N2
⏰ Sunday July 14th, 11am to approximately 1pm
🐶🐶 Troye and Roan! Along with their foster mom, who can answer any of your questions about them, ARF, Pawlooza , etc

10/07/2024

Mercedes
8 weeks
"Snuggly Sunshine" mix

I’m Mercedes – a gorgeous girl with a personality to match. My foster sister knows I’m the outspoken one and I love her for it. I enjoy long walks with my sister in my harness. Fresh air, grass and all the smells, I’ve got a bounce in my step the moment my paws hit ground. If my foster parents want to take me out independently, I’m happy to do that too! I’m a curious pup and love to explore everywhere.

When I’m not running around with my sister or playing with sticks in the backyard, you can find me snuggled with my favourite human. I am looking for that fur-ever home where my favorite humans want the best cuddles, those are the only ones I give. I’ll make sure I give you space when you need it too! I enjoy playing with my chew toys and snuffle mat and even find comfort in my crate. You can keep the door open or closed, whatever works for us!

I would love a home where I can run and explore in a safe space. I do require gentle reminders to do my business outside but be quick as it’s hard to hold in sometimes. I also like to voice my needs for attention, joys, and complaints, but I know we’ll be on the same page soon. Don’t ignore me too long though or I’ll coming looking for you.

Looking for a dog that’ll radiate a little sunshine in your life? I’m your girl! I don’t know about you, but if you are smiling while reading my bio, I think we could be a perfect fit. You should come see for yourself. I have so much love to give!

Click here to apply: https://www.arfontario.com/project/mercedes/

09/07/2024

Sienna
8-week-old
“Curious & Independent” mix

Hello, my future family! My name is Sienna, and I’m looking for my forever home. I may be small, but I’ve got a big heart and lots of love to give. Are you ready for a lifetime of snuggles and tail wags?

I would consider myself far from a picky girl. I would be more than happy to spend my days laying on the couch, snacking and binge watching tv, or going on long walks, seeing new places and smelling all the lovely outdoor smells, or a mix of both lifestyles!

I’m 8 weeks old and already know to whine when I need to go outside…. Unless I get too distracted, I’m still working on that. I love sleeping in my crate, or cuddling in bed with you. I love the outdoors, whether that’s the backyard with sticks, with my pup friends or going on walks. I do great on my harness both walking singularly or with my sister. Since I am a huge outdoor girl, I would like my future home to have a fenced backyard.

Why me? To start… I have so much love to give. I love to cuddle, be on your lap or by your side, but I also know how to keep myself busy and give you space when need be. I’m more than happy to live with any animals, and I’m great with kids.

I am a medium energy pup who loves to burn some of that energy but playing with toys and snuffle matts. Once I get settled you’ll see my true, amazing personality, but it may take a moment or too for that to show. I can be a bit shy when first meeting, but just give me time and we will be best friends! Lastly, a must have for me is my own food dish. I’m not big on sharing my yummy food with my pup friends and would like to be able to eat in my own space.

Click here to apply: https://www.arfontario.com/project/sienna/