Adopt

My name is GONZO!

Posted over 2 weeks ago | Updated 8 hours ago

Adoption process
1

Submit Application

2

Interview

3

Home Check

4

Approve Application

5

Meet the Pet

6

Sign Adoption Contract

7

Take the Pet Home

Adoption fee: $750

This helps West Coast Paws Dog Rescue with pet care costs.

My basic info

Breed
Labrador Retriever
Color
Red/Golden/Orange/Chestnut
Age
8 months old, Puppy
Size
Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg) (when grown)
Weight
42 lb (current)
Sex
Male
Pet ID
ps_2040732-2647487

My details

Checkmark in teal circle Good with dogs
Checkmark in teal circle Good with cats
Checkmark in teal circle Shots current
Checkmark in teal circle Spayed / Neutered

My story

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

Hey pals!! My name is Gonzo (Gonzalo in Mexico!) and you can read more about me here:



PHYSICAL INFO:




  • Breed: Lab/Staffy(?) mix (just a guess!)

  • Age: 8.5 months approx.

  • Gender: Male

  • Weight: 42lbs (19kg)

  • Current Location: Baja Mexico



RESCUE STORY - By now, you might have heard the story of me and my siblings (Gucci - now adopted!, Gizmo, Gus and Gio). You see, we were found abandoned, hungry and scared as wee, tiny puppies on the streets of Los Cabos! That was no fun for us at all and we probably wouldn't have done very well if it wasn't for some kind folks who picked us up and took us in at the shelter. Since being there, I've really grown into the most easy-going, goodest boy with a heart of pure gold! In fact, rumour has it that I give cuddles like no other. I thrive on human affection and love lazing on the laps of the peoples, as well as hanging out in the yard with my four-legged buddies! I'm a real angel doggo who is adaptable, affectionate and SO ready for my furever family to come find me!



TEMPERAMENT - Like my sibs, I'm chill as a cucumber and a nice balance of fun-loving and cuddly/relaxed. I'm super smart and do very well picking up on things you want to teach me, plus I get along with everybody! I'm definitely a lover, not a fighter, and I would LOVE to spend my days cuddling with you on the couch and playing fetch at the dog park. 



ENERGY LEVEL - Moderate



GETS ALONG WITH:




  • Kids – Unknown but testing can be requested. 

  • Dogs – Yep!! I get along just fine with other dogs. 

  • Cats – I seem okay with cats as you can see in my video but further testing can be requested.



PREY DRIVE - Unknown. I’m not too sure how I’ll react around cats/squirrels/rabbits etc. My adopter needs to be prepared and willing to train me through these behaviours, should they arise.



TRAINING:




  • Leash skills – These are a work in progress but I'm doing pretty good as you can see in my video! My adopter must be willing to provide me with some training and patience :) 

  • House trained – This is a work in progress and may need some additional training and patience. 

  • Crate trained – This is a work in progress and may need some additional training and patience. 

  • Car rides – This is a work in progress and may need some additional training and patience. 



Please Note: WCP Dog Rescue partners with Unleashed Dog Training (Hannah Swain, Balanced Dog Trainer) to offer adopters 50% off one training session (not including tax and applicable gas surcharges). Any subsequent sessions will be offered at standard rates. WCP also highly encourages adopters to do some research and training on their own before their dog arrives. 



HEALTH NOTES:




  • I am neutered and vaccinated.

  • NOTE: dogs from the Baja are not microchipped.

  • NOTE: It is not uncommon for rescue dogs to require dental work/cleaning after they are adopted. West Coast Paws does not cover the costs of dental work and/or vet visits. These costs are the financial responsibility of the adopter.



ADOPTION FEE:




  • My adoption fee is $750.00 CAD + applicable taxes, which includes my airfare, if a flight volunteer is found directly to Vancouver.



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DISCLAIMER:



Please visit wcpdogrescue.com to read about West Coast Paws Dog Rescue and it's adoption process.



The info included in each WCP bio is provided to us from the international rescuer. WCP does not have in-person access to overseas dogs and cannot always verify the accuracy of their descriptions, although we ask for video proof of a dog's attributes wherever possible. Every dog is an individual and can act differently in different situations based on the person(s) adopting them and the environment in which they live. 



WCP is unable to guarantee the accuracy of a dogs age and/or breed. These are strictly "best guesses" based on veterinary exams and their educated estimates. 


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Rescue
West Coast Paws Dog Rescue

Contact info

Pet ID
ps_2040732-2647487
Contact
Hannah Swain
Phone
Address
Langley, BC V2Y 0S9

Their adoption process

1.

Submit Application

2.

Interview

A West Coast Paws member will contact applicants to arrange a Phone Interview.

3.

Home Check

A West Coast Paws member will contact applicants to arrange a House Check- either virtually or via photographs of the home.

4.

Approve Application

Successful applicants will receive an Approval Email from WCP. A $100 deposit will be required at this point.

5.

Meet the Pet

This step only applies to LOCAL dog adoptions- i.e. a dog that is already located in the Lower Mainland.

6.

Sign Adoption Contract

- Adoption Contract Signed - Adoption Fee Paid

7.

Take the Pet Home

Congratulations! Your fur-baby is finally here! Adopters will be required to meet at the airport to pick up their dog.

Additional adoption info

Please keep in mind that there may be multiple applications for a single dog and that even if your phone interview and home check are successful, there is no guarantee that you will be matched with the dog you have applied for. Your chances of a successful match greatly increase if you list more than one dog on your application.

More about this rescue

West Coast Paws is a British Columbia-based non-profit dog rescue established in 2022. We are a team of animal lovers with a passion for rescuing dogs in need with a current focus on dogs from Mexico and South Korea. With the help of our amazing overseas rescuers, we bring stray, abused, and/or neglected dogs to their forever homes in BC where they have a new chance at a love-filled life.