My name is GARY!

Hiya! My name is GARY and here is some info about me:

PHYSICAL INFO:

• Breed: Shepherd mix


• Age: Approx. 8-months


• Gender: Male


• Weight: 60 lbs (27 kg) 


• Height: 66 cm (paws to top of my head)


• Length: 85 cm (head to butt)


• Neck: 42 cm


• Chest: 74 cm


• Current Location: Mexico City

Keep in mind I am just a puppy, and am still a growing boy! Hehe!

RESCUE STORY - My siblings and I were born on the streets of Huehuetoca, near Mexico City. We were discovered living in a vacant lot by kind guards who reached out to our (now) shelter for help. My family and I were in need of some TLC when we were rescued. I was dehydrated and had parasites, yikes! Despite these circumstances, I was still described as a cheerful, happy puppy! We all received the medical are we needed, and I’m now perfectly healthy and ready for my forever home!

TEMPERAMENT - My rescuers describe me as a happy-go-lucky social butterfly! I am very friendly and love saying hello to new people and animals. I adore attention and will gladly receive ALLLL of the belly rubs you have to give! 

I live with lots of pups here at the shelter and don’t show signs of jealousy. I also eat in a communal space and, while I am very food motivated, I don’t show any signs of resource guarding. Check out this video!

ENERGY LEVEL - Medium/High - I am a puppy with all the puppy energy! I play well with dogs big and small, but I’m not too rough! While I love to play with other pups and even share my toys, I also enjoy calmer moments of solo play. I am a happy, confident boy with a zest for live, what’s not to love?!

GETS ALONG WITH:

• Kids – Yes! Here’s a video of me getting a quick pet from a kiddo! Also see our photo!


• Dogs –  You betcha! I have lots of doggie pals here at the shelter! Here’s a video of me sharing attention with some pups on the street!


• Cats – Yes, I get along with kitties too! Videos of me meeting a cat here, here, here and here.

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

TRAINING:

• Leash skills – Looking pretty good! Check out this video. I will need an adopter who is happy to polish up my leash skills. A well-fitted harness and some dedicated leash training will help set me up for success!


• House trained – Work in progress. Frequent potty breaks and positive reinforcement will help me learn housetraining in my new home :)

HEALTH NOTES:

• I am neutered, vaccinated, and microchipped. I will come to Canada with proof of all my vaccines and test records.


• I will be tested for Heartworm etc. before flying North.


• 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 $840.00 CAD including tax (5% GST, 7% PST), 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 its 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.