My name is Bita (Local) BLIND sm!

My name is Bita, and here is a little info about me:

•    Breed: Mixed Spitz/Pomeranian 
•    Age: 2 years
•    Gender: Female
•    Weight: 15 lb
•    Height: 10 in
•    Country of Origin: Middle East
•    Highlight(s): A little blind angel who “sees” with her heart — social, kind, and full of cuddles

A little about me:

Hi, I’m Bita! I’m a gentle, 20-pound cuddle-bug who loves nothing more than curling up on the couch (or even under the covers, head on your pillow!) and soaking up all the love I can get. I’m a total people-lover—I’ll happily accept attention from anyone, even strangers!

I’m partially blind, seeing best out of my left eye, but don’t worry—I get around just fine once I learn my surroundings. New places can make me a little unsure, so I appreciate patient humans who give me time to explore. Once I know my space, I love to run and play—it’s a joy to see me zoom around! Sometimes, I might get startled if touched unexpectedly or woken from sleep, and I could lunge out of surprise—but I’ve never intentionally bitten. Gentle, slow approaches make me feel safe and confident.

I’m a calm, “stay-at-home” kind of girl who enjoys following my humans from room to room, napping nearby, or getting belly rubs on the couch. I have near-perfect potty manners, I love snuggling, and I get along wonderfully with dogs, cats, and children. I’m even crate-trained and will choose to nap there when home alone.

Life wasn’t always easy—I was born blind in a small town where no one noticed me—but kind rescuers gave me a second chance. Now I’m ready to be someone’s whole world. I may not see the world, but I can fill your world with love, trust, and endless cuddles. If you’re looking for a loyal, affectionate, pocket-sized best friend who will adore you forever, I’m your girl. Could you be my person?

Energy Level: Low to moderate

I get along with:
Dogs: Yes
Cats: Yes
Kids: Yes

Fears: None observed so far. Please be patient and consistent as I settle into new spaces and routines, especially since I navigate by sound, scent, and touch.

Training: 
Leash skills: Yes — please continue to help me grow in confidence.
House trained: Yes — please continue to help me grow in confidence.

Health notes:
I was born blind. I adapt quickly and thrive with gentle guidance (consistent furniture placement, baby gates for stairs if needed, and tactile/scent cues). I am spayed, vaccinated, and microchipped

My adoption fee is $800.00 CAD plus applicable taxes. While our rescuers always seek a flight without a charge, there is the possibility of a passenger fee, not to exceed $300.

Disclaimer: It is important for all applicants to visit our website, http://www.lovedatlastdogrescue.ca/adopting/ and read about Loved at Last Dog Rescue. Information included in the profile is provided to us from the international rescuer or local fosters. LALDR does not have access to overseas dogs and cannot always verify the accuracy of their descriptions. Every dog is an individual and can act differently in different situations based on the person adopting them and the environment in which they live.

Please Note: LALDR highly encourages adopters to research some local dog trainers before their dog arrives. Although a 1-on-1 trainer is often not needed, it is good to have someone in mind in case any problematic behaviours arise. Most bad behaviours can be modified if caught early enough, so make sure to nip undesirable behaviours in the bud before they become serious problems.Basic training should be taken seriously but should not begin until your dog is well settled in - at least a couple of weeks. After you feel your new dog is relaxed and comfortable in their new home check out training courses in your local area. Even basic beginner courses like those taught at a local pet store can have a huge benefit in helping your dog learn to socialize and get used to being in public situations, all with the added benefit of strengthening their bond with you.

The age and breed of a dog is usually an educated guess, so we are not able to guarantee the accuracy of age or breed of our dogs.

Normally, we will not approve adoptions to homes with children under 12 years of age. However if the dog is shown to be good with children we will approve homes with children 8 years or older. More information can be found on our website. 

While most dogs find escorting passengers flying directly to Vancouver, some will find flights through Toronto or  Montreal. In that case, additional fees will apply to fly your dog to Vancouver by cargo. Unaccompanied cargo costs within Canada range from $350 - $550 depending on the size of the dog. LALDR will be as transparent as possible with you regarding these costs. You will NOT be asked to pay a passenger fee on top of the cargo fee.

[MID EAST DOGS] *Vaccinations: Dogs from the Middle East are vaccinated for rabies, parvo, distemper, leptospirosis, adenovirus type 1 and para-influenza. Bordetella is not given, as that has not been a problem in the Middle East.