Featured Dogs
JoJo is a spayed
female around 2 years old. We don’t know her breed mix. Is presumed to be mixed
with Beagle, and has facial features of a Lab. She weighs around 28lbs
Best suited in a
quiet home. A female based home is best suited for her needs.
🙃🐶afraid of big dogs
🙃🐯not cat tested
😊🚸has been exposed to older, dog savvy kids while in our care. Younger kids not
recommended as she requires a quiet, calm home
😊🏠House and crate trained
😊🏢 Suitable for apartment/condo lifestyle
👍🏼low to medium energy
👍🏼$72 adoption fee
✅links to application fee and answers to our
FAQs below
JoJo is looking for
a single, retired female in a quiet home, as her furever companion. She is shy
at first, and is very loving and cuddly once she accepts you as hers.
JoJo can be fearful of some
men. We don’t know
her history, however a female based home is best for her needs.
JoJo gets nervous
and scared around big dogs and active environments. She has been exposed to older, dog savvy kids
while in our care and was ok. Younger, rambunctious children make her unsure
and nervous.
JoJo is crate
trained, however is quite fine in the home out of one.
She enjoys slower, quiet walks and is good on leash. Resting, sleeping
and cuddling with her person until it’s time for a walk, is her idea of a
perfect day.She would be a good fit in
an apartment or condo lifetime.
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🐶 super good girl alert!
Sienna is a spayed
female, around 8 months old. We don’t know her breed mix… but we do know she is
an absolutely darling girl! She is a smaller size girl and weighs around 34 lbs
😊🐶good with dogs
😊🐯likes cats
😊🚸good with kids
😊🏠House & crate trained
✅ medium energy
✅$725 adoption fee
✅ links to
application fee and answers to our FAQs below
✅ fenced yard
recommended
Sienna is a true
darling with a heart full of love to share. She likes toys and playtime. She is
a lot of fun and such a doll!
When meeting new
people, she enthusiastically loves all who she meets, and everyone loves her
too. She is very friendly, affectionate and a lovely girl.
Sienna is great
with other dogs, and would do well in a home with another dog and or kids to play
with.
She is smart and
picks up training quickly. She is treat motivated and wants to practise and
learn. She knows to sit, stay, No and
come. Sienna is doing very well with leash training, and lives exploring the
great outdoors with her people.
Sienna is a cuddler
and loves being petted. She is a true family girl.
Sienna is very good
at going outside. She sits at the door to indicate it is time to go outside to
do her business.
Sienna is very easy
going and is really good with any actions needed to care for her, such as
visiting the vet, wiping her feet, and looking in her mouth etc.
Siennaloves to run outside and
sniff everything and would do best in a fenced yard.
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Foster update: Aqua
is a super sweet and affectionate girl. She loves her foster brother, Donut,
and tries to give him lots of kisses and "love bites" (which he
tolerates). She also is very playful and can entertain herself with toys. She
does struggle with leash reactivity, but we are working on it and she’s getting
better! She has made a lot of progress already.
If given a choice,
she will always be by my side, by my feet. She loves to nuzzle into my body and
even under my armpit. It is hard not to fall for this sweet girl, with her
tongue that hangs out the side of her mouth, and her oversized ears that make
her resemble Dobby.
Aqua would thrive
in a home with another dog & with owners willing to continue the proper
training. With a confident handler, she will thrive!
Good With Adults: Yes!
Good With Kids: Untested
Good With Dogs: Yes
with proper intro - would do best with another dog, loves to play
Good With Cats:
Untested
House Trained: Yes!
Crate Trained: Yes!
Energy level:
Medium
Can be
handled/touched: Yes
Barker: When
excited or during play
Food aggressive: No
Walks on leash:
Foster is currently working on her being less reactive, she is making progress
- owner must be willing to continue proper training with her.
Escape artist: No
Appartement: No
History: Sweet Aqua was reported to us by a man working the countryside,
claiming to have seen a dog that had been injured by a machete. Once rescued,
Aqua was immediately taken into veterinary care; however, upon further
inspection, the veterinarians said her injury was most likely due to a bullet
hit.
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Meet Tyson! Tyson
is a lovable dog that would do great in almost any households, especially ones
with kids and another dog! As per his foster, he is happiest when giving licks
and just being around you! Tyson does well with female dogs, kids of all ages and
is potty/crate trained. He is a great eater, but is not food possessive and
enjoys car rides! Tyson's ideal home environment would have an enclosed yard
for him. Since Tyson is still a young pup he would do best with an adopter
committed to going through basic obedience training and continuing his journey
on being a well adjusted pup!
Good With Adults: Yes
Good With Kids: Yes, of all ages, he loves kids and would do well in a home with them
Good With Dogs:
Yes, prefers females and can get along with some males, would do well in a home
with another dog
Good With Cats: Untested
House Trained: Yes
Crate Trained: Yes
Energy level: Medium
Can be handled/touched: Yes
Barker: Sometimes
during play or when excited
Food aggressive: No
Walks on leash:
Yes, but pulls and will need help learning how to walk without pulling
Escape artist: No
Good in car: Yes
Medical: Up to date, no concerns
Background: Tyson was picked up as a stray in Texas, he was held at the shelter for some time and never claimed
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Dinah is the
sweetest and most loving girl you will ever meet! Seriously, this girl will
melt your heart in minutes.
Dinah is very
affectionate, giving kisses to people and canines alike. She is incredibly
gentle and loving, taking advantage of any attention or cuddle time, she might
get. Dinah loves meeting new people and other dogs. She really is a social
butterfly.
Dinah is an active
girl that enjoys spending her day playing with her toys and canine foster
brothers. Dinah is super dog friendly and loves to run, wrestle, and share her
toys, with other dogs. Dinah also enjoys daily one hour walks/hikes in her
foster home. After which, she is more than happy to snuggle in for a nap.
Dinah walks well on
leash, following her nose as any hound does. Dinah is completely house trained
and crate trained. At night, Dinah sleeps soundly on the sofa or on her dog
bed. Dinah has wonderful house manners and is not destructive in the home.
Dinah needs an
active family that enjoys outdoor activities and would include Dinah in all
their adventures. She also requires a canine sibling(s) to run and wrestle
with. Dinah will require a fenced yard that is at least 5 ft tall as she does
like to explore and can climb shorter fences. Dinah will also require daily
walks to keep her stimulated and happy. Dinah is very gentle and could easily
go to a family with children.
Dinah is a very special girl, embodying pure unconditional love. This
girl is so so deserving of a new life and looks forward to showering her
furever family with kisses.
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Meet Lulu! She’s a
sweet and gentle girl who loves to play and cuddle. Lulu is a big fan of all
toys and will entertain herself for hours with all the toys she can get her
paws on. She also gets little zoomie bursts and will run around the apartment
or even try to run around when she’s leashed. When she’s really excited she let
out these random little barks like she’s talking to herself while she plays.
Lulu was very timid and shy when she first arrived but she has learned how
wonderful people can be and will gladly go in for a sniff when there’s a new
person who wants to say hello. Lulu loves other dogs and you can see her perk
up when she sees another pup who could possibly be a new friend.
Lulu is quite
skittish on leash when she’s in a new area or being walked by someone new but
she is quite confident when walked in an area she is familiar with or if she’s
with her foster siblings. When she’s feeling calm, she’ll walk well but can be
easily spooked by loud noises. Lulu says garbage trucks are the WORST. She does
really well in her crate and has been left alone for several hours without
issue. She is not 100% potty trained but accidents are few and far between.
Lulu is particular about where she is comfortable peeing outside and needs time
to adjust when she’s in a new space and doesn’t have her “go-to” pee spot. She
has stage fright and is can be startled by noises or people walking by that can
throw off her potty routine. Lulu has become a much more confident dog now that
she has settled into her foster home but will probably take some time to settle
in and show her true self in her forever home.
Lulu needs a home
with a loving family who already has a canine companion for Lulu to look up to.
She needs a family who will provide her with lots play time, affection and the
training support she needs to be a more confident dog. She has met one senior
cat and was very calm and gentle during their interaction. It wouldn’t take her
long to settle in with a feline friend in her forever home. Lulu hasn’t had any
exposure to children but due to her gentle demeanour, she would most likely do
well in a home with calm dog savvy children who will be respectful of her
space.
Think you might be the right fit to provide a loving home for Lulu?
Apply Now!
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Torvi is a high energy puppy that would thrive in an active home that is able to fulfil her need to be both physically and mentally challenged. She is a very affectionate pup and will snuggle up on the couch for an afternoon of Netflix once her needs are met.
Torvi can be fearful in new situations and around unfamiliar dogs and expresses her uncertainty by barking and lunging. The good news is, she is enrolled in a class specifically for reactive dogs that will help her learn to better cope with those big emotions. The ideal family for Torvi will be patient and willing to repeat the reactivity course with her which will be included in the adoption fee.
Torvi is successfully cohabitating with 4 other dogs and a few cats, but slow introductions will best set her up for success.
Torvi is looking for a best friend, someone she can trust that will work with her to build up her confidence.
Her foster home works on training everyday - she knows sit, bed, touch, paw and is learning down and spin. She's fully house trained as long as she is let out regularly and will even sit and bark at the door if she needs to go out. She is crate trained but prefers to be left out to sleep.
This little girl is a bit mouthy when excited so a home that has the patience to redirect this behaviour to a more appropriate outlet would be ideal.
She'd make a great adventure buddy for any outdoor enthusiasts. She is full of personality and so sweet.
You can find out more about Torvi on our website: https://www.pause4change.com/availabledogs
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Ian (everyone calls him dorky Dean) is one of the kindest happiest boys we have ever met. He loves everyone he meets and tries really hard to be everyone’s friend! He loves following all his foster sisters and brother around and is very monkey see monkey do which is a great learning strategy and has really boosted his confidence! In the house he is very low key, happiest hoarding all the toys on his bed and snoozing, although if he was in a house with an active dog I’m sure he would party hard too!
He can be trusted outside to roam the yard as he is mainly interested in all the snuffs plus my guys only outdoor play. He has shown an interest in playing ball so learning fetch might be in his future! No guarding of any sort and happily shares his chews and tail wags when people enter the house! Any family would be lucky to add him as he just wants to be part of it all and return the love, he has a heart of gold.
Good With Adults: Yes
Good With Kids: Yes!
Good With Other Dogs: Yes - is playful
Good With Cats: Untested
Crate Trained: Yes
House Trained: Yes
Energy Level: Medium
Can be handled/touched: Yes
Barker: Sometimes when excited or during play
Escape Artist: No
Food Aggressive: No
Walks on Leash: Yes
Rides in Car: Yes! Rides well
Medical: Ian has an unset healed fracture on his right hip with both hips having shown degenerative wear down. - Absence of the femoral head. Although the x-rays have displayed this physical past, Ian plays well with no appearance of pain. It's suggested to keep him on joint support/supplements, to maintain good nutrition and properly manage his weight.
Surgical intervention was not suggested during the orthopaedic exam due to the dog performing daily activities and the absence of pain.
Ian plays hard with his foster siblings, goes for hikes and long walks in the conservation area. He trots and runs and sometimes will carry on and hold his leg up. Just like some of us, Ian overdoes it and needs a bit of a relaxing time.
Currently on a raw food diet and receiving joint supplements. He has put on some needed weight, and his foster has worked with him and he has built up some muscle mass.
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Aqua is a super sweet and affectionate girl. She loves her foster brother, Donut, and tries to give him lots of kisses and "love bites" (which he tolerates). She also is very playful and can entertain herself with toys. She does struggle with leash reactivity, but I suspect it is out of fear. She has made a lot of progress already with a firm correction, getting her to sit, then verbal reassurance and pets.
If given a choice, she will always be by your side, by my feet. She loves to nuzzle into my body and even under my armpit. It is hard not to fall for this sweet girl, with her tongue that hangs out the side of her mouth, and her oversized ears that make her resemble Dobby.Aqua would thrive in a home with another dog & with owners willing to continue the proper training for her reactivity on leash. With a confident handler, she will thrive!Good With Adults: Yes!Good With Kids: UntestedGood With Dogs: Yes with proper intro - would do best with another dog to help show her the ropes. Good With Cats: UntestedHouse Trained: Yes!Crate Trained: Yes!Energy level: MediumCan be handled/touched: YesBarker: When excited or during play Food aggressive: NoWalks on leash: Due to Aqua initially being fearful of other dogs she is reactive on leash towards other dogs - foster is currently working on her being less reactive - owner must be willing to continue proper training with her. Escape artist: NoApartment: No History: Sweet Aqua was reported to us by a man working the countryside, claiming to have seen a dog that had been injured by a machete. Once rescued, Aqua was immediately taken into veterinary care; however, upon further inspection, the veterinarians said her injury was most likely due to a bullet hit.
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LOW ENERGY / DOGS: YES / CATS: YES / KIDS: NOT TESTED
Meet Chica! She’s a sweet and gentle girl who is very shy and timid. Chica is a big fan of chew toys and treats she can nibble on. She loves affection and takes comfort in touch. Chica usually has a few little bursts of playfulness throughout the day where she likes to wrestle with her foster dog sibling. She is very fearful of new people and tucks in her tail, pancake on the ground trying to hide. It may take a while to earn her trust but she is very comfortable with her foster family since she’s gotten to know them. She hasn’t met too many dogs on walks as she tends not to walk too far from home but she did very well meeting the neighbour’s dog.
Chica is great at walking on leash when she is comfortable and feeling confident but when she is scared, she panics and will go into flight mode and begins to zig zag, pull and attempt to wiggle out of her collar and harness. Chica does really well in her crate and has been left alone for up to 4 hours without issue. She is 100% potty trained Chica does need to work on building up her confidence.
Chica’s ideal home would be with a loving family who already has a canine companion for Chica to look up to. She needs a family who will provide her with lots of affection and the training support she needs to be a more confident dog. She is currently living with a cat and would love a feline friend in her forever home. Chica hasn’t had any exposure to children but due to her gentle demeanour, she would most likely do well in a home with calm dog savvy children who will be respectful of her space.
Think you might be the right fit to provide a loving home for Chica? Apply Now!
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LOW ENERGY / DOGS: YES / CATS: YES / KIDS: NOT TESTED
Meet Biggles! He’s a bit shy at first but it doesn’t take long for him to warm up and cuddle up to someone once he’s comfortable with them. Biggles is a pretty chill guy and likes to lounge around on the couch. He hasn’t found any toys he loves yet but he is a big fan of Dentastix! Biggles loves to be close to his people and is timid and shy when meeting new people. He likes to meet other dogs and actually seems to be more comfortable in their presence but hasn’t figured out how to play with them.
Biggles lacks confidence on walks and can be startled by too many people or traffic. He prefers walking in quieter neighbourhoods. Biggles does well in his crate and considers it his safe space. He will willingly go into his crate throughout the day if he’s looking for a place to rest. He is totally potty trained.
The ideal home for Biggles would be with a loving family who will be home often and who will provide him with lots of affection. Biggles would be happy to share his home with another dog. He has met a cat and although he was a bit scared at first, he would do well in a home with a feline friend after some time warming up. He has not been tested with children.
Think you might be the right fit to provide a loving home for Biggles? Apply Now!
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Well hello there. I’m 1 year old Betty from Louisiana. Beautiful if I do say so myself. I may look all grown up at 40 lbs, but I am still very much a puppy. So, I am best suited to kids over 10.
My foster mama says I am a sweet, happy, lovebug. I want to please her very much. I love to lay with her and have her rub my belly.
I like the humans in my foster home, and I love to play with my foster brother. I like to get outside and walk, and I enjoy meeting people and dogs in the neighbourhood. I am improving my leash skills every time I go out. I sleep through the night and I am getting better at doing my business outside but it's a work in progress. A fenced in yard would also help me to burn off my energy.
I know my perfect family is waiting for me. I’m sure you are patient and loving. If you have dog experience, it would really help, but no cats please.
I will love you forever!
Fostered in Scarborough
To adopt this dog, please use this link: http://forms.gle/Ev16pQeQ2zAZWLig6
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Meet Sam! He's a very sweet and mellow boy. Sam is a cuddly pup who adores ears scritches and napping. He is a very low energy pup who spends a good chunk of his day snoozing away. Sam loves meeting new people and will press up against them, hoping for some pets and scractches. He is working on learning how to politely greet other pups on the street. He shows interested in them but is sometimes frustrated by his leash which sometimes results in barking or growling when he sees other dogs on the streets.
• Low energy
• He uses a wheelchair to get around
• Does well with leash walking and enjoys long walks
• Would prefer a dog free home
Sam is partially paralyzed after being hit by a car. He uses a wheelchair to get around. Sam has partial control of his bladder and bowels but he does need to be expressed to ensure his bladder fully empties and he also wears a diaper overnight to prevent indoor accidents. Sam does well with leash walking and enjoys long walks. He has no issue going up curbs or hills. Sam has been exhibiting signs of reactivity towards dogs on walks so will need some support in correcting this behavior. Sam is doing well in his crate but will whine occasionally before settling.
The ideal home for Sam would be with a patient, loving family committed to supporting him with his limited mobility. He can not walk up stairs so his ideal home would be with limited stairs or with a family who would be willing to carry him up stairs when needed. Sam would prefer a dog free home where he can be the center of attention. He hasn’t had much exposure to cats but has barked at a few outdoor kitties. Sam would do well in a home with older, dog savvy children that can respect his boundaries.
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Adele is a spayed female around a year old. We don’t know her breed mix. She weighs around 50 lbs
😊🐶 She is good with dogs
🤷♀️🐯 Not cat tested
🚸 Good with kids
😊🏡 Crate trained, working on house training.
👍🏻 Higher energy
👍🏻 Fenced yard recommended
Adele is such a special dog, very affectionate and smart. Gets along well with other dogs.
Adele loves her humans. She is so kind and loving!
She does well on a leash, is learning to sit and stay.
She is not motivated for treats, prefers affection. She eats and drink in her crate, as she is protective of her food.
She is so playful with other dogs. Initially she needs a little time to know the dog is safe and won’t hurt her.
Once she knows the dogs is friends, she has a lot of fun with other dogs!
She is active, loves to run and play! She is athletic - jumps, climb and loves going for long walks.
Fenced yard recommended, she likes to chase squirrels.
Adele is a very sweet and loving dog. She loves cuddles and is very affectionate with her people.
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Odie is a neutered male, around one year old. We don’t know his breed mix (has Husky). He weighs around 55lbs
😊🐶 Good with dogs (would be happiest with another dog)
😊🐯 Good with cats
😊🚸 Good with kids
😊🏠 Crate trained, house trained
😊 Medium energy
Odie is a Tripod - but that doesn’t slow him down at all! He can run like the wind and loves to do so to.
He is Mr Happy Go Lucky! And he’s pretty great
Odie loves other dogs. He would be very happy in a family with another dog to play with and be best friends with.
He is very friendly and social! He loves to be a part of the family, and to do things together with his people.
Odie is rather clever, and learns very well with hand signals. He will come to you when called with a hand signal, and will be right by your side when he is supposed to be. He Knows a number of commands like: “ sit, “lay down”, “no” and “wait” at feeding times. He likes to make his people happy!
He loves attention and affection. Please don’t cater to his every demand, as he loves to be spoiled! He is working on understanding that it’s ok to be without his people. Keeping rules and boundaries is important (as it is for every dog 😊🐶).
Odie enjoys going for walks. To prevent him from getting tangled in a leash (a three legged thing…) he should have a harness to walk. When at home or cottage, he does not wonder - as he prefers to be with his people.
He goes into his crate fine and sometimes sits in it during the day when he wants to.
He is very affectionate and friendly. He is a wonderful family dog, and is happy all day long.
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Dolly is a spayed female around 1.5 years old. We don’t know her breed mix. She weighs around 65 lbs.
😊🐶 Takes time to get to know dogs, then is ok
😊🐯 Not good with cats
😊🚸 Good with kids - she may jump up
😊🏡 House and crate trained
Dolly is an absolute sweetheart with people. Always looking for snuggles and loves to give kisses. She thinks she is a big cuddly lap dog. Dolly loves to go for walks and does great on her leash - unless she sees another dog or squirrels. She barks, pulls and wants to chase. She is great in her crate. Doesn’t always want to go in but once she is in she settles down quickly. She sleeps in her crate for 8-10 hours. Dolly does not do well with cats. She wants to chase them all the time. She needs time to get to know other dogs and to realize she is not the boss.
She does want to play with other dogs but is learning how to do it nicely. Every day she gets better. Dolly definitely needs a fenced yard. She likes to chase squirrels. She has not been exposed to kids since she has been in our care. She loves to watch them play at school. We suspect she will be wonderful with kids, and did well at our recent meet and greets. She doesn't always understand her size and might knock over. Dolly is a real doll! She is very affectionate, loving and kind. So very tender and sweet! She absolutely loves being a part of a family, and can’t wait to meet hers!
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What is the Rescues of
the Month Program?
What is the Rescues of the Month Program?
Pawty animals rescues of the month is connecting with rescues all across Canada to feature dogs up adoption on our website and on our social media pages.
We want to give rescues another platform to show off there amazing pups who need a forever home and may be struggling to get adopted.
How do I include my Rescues Pooches on a regular basis?
We will have a monthly automated email go out at the beginning of every month to obtain all required information about any dog you want to be featured on our website and socials.
How do you select which dogs
will be featured?
We would love to feature every dog who needs a home, but want to give each rescue a fair chance. Because of this, we want to help the doggies that may be struggling to get adopted, so we recommend sending 1-2 dogs profiles that just need that little extra support!
