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My name is Maeum!

Posted over 6 months ago | Updated over 6 months ago

Adoption process
1

Submit Application

2

Interview

3

Home Check

4

Approve Application

5

Pay Fee

6

Take the Pet Home

7

Take the Pet Home

Adoption fee: $800

This helps Welcome Paws Rescue - LA Region Transport with pet care costs.

My basic info

Breed
American Eskimo Dog/Spitz (Unknown Type, Small)
Color
White
Age
3 years 6 months old, Young
Size
Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less (when grown)
Weight
13 lbs (current)
Sex
Male
Pet ID

My details

Checkmark in teal circle Good with dogs
Checkmark in teal circle Good with cats

My story

Here's what the humans have to say about me:

Name: 마음 (Maeum)

Age: Estimated 3 years old

Gender: Male

Weight: 13 lbs

Breed: Mixed breed

Neutered: Neutered (recovered from heartworm)

Vaccination: Completed 4th round

Relationship with Adults: Maeum is a bit fearful of all adults, but he particularly loves female humans. He has experienced trauma from male humans, so he needs more time to build trust with them. He's been living in a foster home for 8 months, and he's still afraid of men, but with patience, he will likely adjust well.

Relationship with Children: Maeum is scared of children as they have thrown stones at him in the past. However, he doesn't reject their touch and can get along with children in the same household.

Relationship with Other Dogs: He is not very interested in other dogs and can be fearful of both large and small dogs. Sometimes he may show interest in bigger dogs if they have a similar body language, but caution is advised as he's still learning social skills.

Relationship with Cats: Maeum is also scared of cats but doesn't pay much attention to them. He is a considerate and gentle dog, so he may get along well with cats once he's familiar with them.

House Training: Initially, Maeum may do some marking until he fully adjusts, but currently, he has no bathroom accidents. He tends to lift his leg and urinate, so using longer pee pads against the wall is a good idea.

Energy Level: He is extremely gentle and timid, not prone to accidents or mischief. He is quite fearful of loud noises and toys that make noise.

Separation Anxiety/Barking: Maeum has some separation anxiety because he loves human interaction. He may show signs of it in the first few minutes but can wait quietly when left alone. He rarely barks, except when he's happy to see people.

Affection and Petting: He loves being petted and cuddled.

Walking: Maeum enjoys walks and walks calmly. He may be uncomfortable in unfamiliar places or around loud noises, especially when children are playing with balls nearby.

Escape Possibility: Maeum doesn't try to leave the side of those he trusts (typically females). There's very little chance of him running away, but caution is advised when outside.

Rescue Story: Maeum spent a long time as a stray dog, living in a large open space with other dogs. He endured harsh weather conditions, facing extreme cold in winter and scorching sun in summer. He had no shelter and had to deal with mosquito swarms every evening. Despite this, he greeted people who came to feed him, but some cruel individuals cut his leash and chased him away. A few days later, he was found at a shelter, rescued, and brought to safety. He's an incredibly sweet dog despite the hardships he's faced.

Please note that Maeum's past experiences have left him with some fears and anxieties, so it's essential to provide him with a patient and loving environment to help him heal and adjust.

Please apply at www.welcomepawsrescue.org.
This pet is currently in Korea but can fly to Lax, JFK, DFW, Chicago, SFO, SeaTac, DC, Boston, ATL, Vancouver and Toronto upon the adoption.
Rescue
Welcome Paws Rescue - LA Region Transport

Contact info

Pet ID
Contact
KANDIE LEE
Address
Los Angeles, CA 90010

Their adoption process

1.

Submit Application

2.

Interview

Uncontact Interview will be performed via phone calls and Zoom meetings

3.

Home Check

Home check will be done via Zoom

4.

Approve Application

5.

Pay Fee

6.

Take the Pet Home

It can take upto a month for your adopted pets to arrive from Korea.

7.

Take the Pet Home

It can take upto a month for your adopted pets to arrive from Korea.

Additional adoption info

We will make flight arrangements once adoption is finalized.

Adoption application

Go meet their pets

All our dogs fly from Korea to the US when their adoptions are finalized. Therefore, we cannot provide the "meet and greet." Multiple video clips will be provided, and we will help you walk through the steps to reassure the adopted dog and the adopter are the best match for each other. Some dogs are available for meet and greet if the dogs are fostered in the US.

More about this rescue

WELCOME PAWS: KOREAN DOG RESCUE is an all-volunteer and animal welfare organization dedicated to the rescue and placement of stray, neglected and abused animals, high kill city sheltered animals and dog meat trade animals in South Korea. All of our pets are cared for by foster homes and receive complete medical care, which includes deworming, vaccinations and spaying/neutering prior to their adoption.