Falcon is a bright, affectionate, and energetic one-year-old Shepherd and Kelpie mix who's ready to soar into his forever home. Weighing about 55 pounds, Falcon is the perfect combination of brains, athleticism, and love.
Shepherds and Kelpies are working breeds known for their intelligence, stamina, and strong desire to stay busy. Falcon reflects these traits beautifully - he's housetrained, walks well on leash, and is a great candidate for outdoor adventures. Whether it's hiking, camping, or swimming, Falcon is all in and would love a human or family who shares his love for nature and activity.
Falcon is still young and sometimes shows his excitement by jumping up, especially during greetings or playtime. He's much more polite when treats are involved and would benefit from a refresher on basic manners. With structure and consistency, he'll continue to grow into a well-behaved companion.
Training and Support
Falcon will thrive in a home that understands the needs of working-breed mixes and can provide both physical and mental stimulation. He’ll benefit from:
-Daily exercise such as walks, hikes, or active play
-Enrichment activities like puzzle toys and training games
-Continued positive reinforcement training to reinforce polite behaviours
During his initial adjustment, Falcon may be a bit anxious or unsettled, but with patience, routine, and love, he will blossom into a loyal and endlessly fun companion.
Ideal Home
Falcon is looking for a home that offers:
-An active lifestyle with regular outdoor adventures
-A commitment to training and enrichment
-A calm and patient environment to support his transition
-Experience with working breeds or a willingness to learn
Falcon isn’t just a dog — he’s a partner, a trail buddy, a swimming mate, and a snuggly best friend at the end of a long day.
Ready to Apply?
If you would like to meet Falcon, please download an application from our website at:
vancouver.ca/adoption-form
Then, email your complete application to: animal.shelter@vancouver.ca
If your application is approved, we will contact you to arrange a meet and greet.
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All adult dogs at Animal Services have veterinary health checks, and are spayed or neutered, vaccinated, dewormed and defleaed (if necessary) before going to their new homes.
If you live in the City of Vancouver, you will also need to purchase a dog licence.
For more information on our adoption process, go to vancouver.ca/adopt
Falcon is a bright, affectionate, and energetic one-year-old Shepherd and Kelpie mix who's ready to soar into his forever home. Weighing about 55 pounds, Falcon is the perfect combination of brains, athleticism, and love.
Shepherds and Kelpies are working breeds known for their intelligence, stamina, and strong desire to stay busy. Falcon reflects these traits beautifully - he's housetrained, walks well on leash, and is a great candidate for outdoor adventures. Whether it's hiking, camping, or swimming, Falcon is all in and would love a human or family who shares his love for nature and activity.
Falcon is still young and sometimes shows his excitement by jumping up, especially during greetings or playtime. He's much more polite when treats are involved and would benefit from a refresher on basic manners. With structure and consistency, he'll continue to grow into a well-behaved companion.
Training and Support
Falcon will thrive in a home that understands the needs of working-breed mixes and can provide both physical and mental stimulation. He’ll benefit from:
-Daily exercise such as walks, hikes, or active play
-Enrichment activities like puzzle toys and training games
-Continued positive reinforcement training to reinforce polite behaviours
During his initial adjustment, Falcon may be a bit anxious or unsettled, but with patience, routine, and love, he will blossom into a loyal and endlessly fun companion.
Ideal Home
Falcon is looking for a home that offers:
-An active lifestyle with regular outdoor adventures
-A commitment to training and enrichment
-A calm and patient environment to support his transition
-Experience with working breeds or a willingness to learn
Falcon isn’t just a dog — he’s a partner, a trail buddy, a swimming mate, and a snuggly best friend at the end of a long day.
Ready to Apply?
If you would like to meet Falcon, please download an application from our website at:
vancouver.ca/adoption-form
Then, email your complete application to: animal.shelter@vancouver.ca
If your application is approved, we will contact you to arrange a meet and greet.
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All adult dogs at Animal Services have veterinary health checks, and are spayed or neutered, vaccinated, dewormed and defleaed (if necessary) before going to their new homes.
We gratefully accept monetary donations, as well as donations of supplies for dogs and small animals. Monetary donations are used to help pay for veterinary care and supplies, particularly for stray animals that have extraordinary medical issues that must be treated before they are ready to be adopted. Tax receipts are issued for donations of $20 or more.
How to make a monetary donation:
-Cheques payable to “City of Vancouver” can be mailed to: Animal Shelter, 1280 Raymur Avenue, Vancouver V6A 3L8
-Call 311 and ask to be transferred to Animal Services to pay by credit card
-Email your name and phone number to animal.services@vancouver.ca
We will phone you to request your credit card details. If you let us know a convenient time to call, we’ll do our best to call you then.
-Visit Animal Services at 1280 Raymur Avenue
We accept cash, cheque, debit or credit card
Their adoption process
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Submit Application
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Approve Application
3.
Visit the Facility and Find a Pet
Additional adoption info
Review your application based on what's best for your family and the pet you want to adopt, rather than on a first-come, first-served basis.
Review your application based on what's best for your family and the pet you want to adopt, rather than on a first-come, first-served basis.
Go meet their pets
Please email animal.shelter@vancouver.ca to schedule an appointment to meet with us.
Please email animal.shelter@vancouver.ca to schedule an appointment to meet with us.
More about this shelter
Want to adopt a pet and give them a forever home? We're thrilled! Our pro-adoption shelter places 200 to 300 dogs and small animals every year with families and homes that best meet the needs of the animals.
We have dogs of all ages, from newborn puppies to senior dogs. While puppies are popular, older dogs can be great pets, too. They are smart and grateful companions that won't leave you with puppy puddles or chewed-up slippers. Why not enrich your life and that of an older dog?
We also adopt out small animals including rabbits, hamsters, birds, rats, guinea pigs, and sometimes reptiles.
Want to adopt a pet and give them a forever home? We're thrilled! Our pro-adoption shelter places 200 to 300 dogs and small animals every year with families and homes that best meet the needs of the animals.
We have dogs of all ages, from newborn puppies to senior dogs. While puppies are popular, older dogs can be great pets, too. They are smart and grateful companions that won't leave you with puppy puddles or chewed-up slippers. Why not enrich your life and that of an older dog?
We also adopt out small animals including rabbits, hamsters, birds, rats, guinea pigs, and sometimes reptiles.
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