Meet Jovie – Your Very Own Canadian House Hippo (For Real This Time!)
If you grew up in Canada, you definitely watched that classic PSA and dreamed of having your very own Canadian House Hippo. Well… dreams really do come true, because Jovie is basically the real-life version — just slightly bigger, significantly cuter, and fully adoptable.
Jovie is a medium mix-breed dog with the heart of a couch potato and the spirit of a snack enthusiast. She loves people, loves cuddles, and loves snacks with the intensity of a true House Hippo. If you`re holding food, she’s holding eye contact. It’s the law.
She enjoys her daily walks, but let’s be honest — her true passion is curling up on the couch for a nap marathon. Calm homes are her favourite vibe, and she thrives when the world is soft, quiet, and full of treats.
If you’ve ever whispered, “I wish House Hippos were real,” the universe has officially answered you. Jovie is ready to waddle her way into your home and your heart.
Adopt your very own Canadian House Hippo today — limited edition, one of one.
IN-SHELTER NOTES & IDEAL HOME
SIZE: 52 lbs.
HOME TYPE: Any - no restrictions
CHILDREN: Yes - likely compatible with dog savvy children as long as they are gentle to her ears as she had a previous ear infection.
CATS & SMALL ANIMALS: Yes - likely compatible with cats (Supervised introduction)
OTHER DOGS: Yes - likely compatible with dog`s
ACTIVITY/ENERGY LEVEL: Moderate to low energy - Loves going for walks or cuddling on the couch. Would recommend enrichment when left alone.
HUMAN COMPATIBILTY: First time dog owner possible.
TRAINING REQUIREMENTS/NEEDS: At least two in-person training sessions to work on socialization, basic training, and confidence building.
HUMAN SOCIAL IN SHELTER: Very human social. Always looking for love and affection!
FAVOURITE THINGS: Jovie lives for snacks, snuggles, calm vibes, and long snoozes on the couch, with a side quest of enjoying mellow neighbourhood walks.
**For more information on any behaviours stated above, please check out our behaviour fact sheet: https://kwsphumane.ca/BehavioursandDefinitions
**Please remember that animals are coming back from foster care to the centres for their meet and greets. They will be experiencing a new environment and meeting new people, which means they may not exhibit the same behaviour
Meet Jovie – Your Very Own Canadian House Hippo (For Real This Time!)
If you grew up in Canada, you definitely watched that classic PSA and dreamed of having your very own Canadian House Hippo. Well… dreams really do come true, because Jovie is basically the real-life version — just slightly bigger, significantly cuter, and fully adoptable.
Jovie is a medium mix-breed dog with the heart of a couch potato and the spirit of a snack enthusiast. She loves people, loves cuddles, and loves snacks with the intensity of a true House Hippo. If you`re holding food, she’s holding eye contact. It’s the law.
She enjoys her daily walks, but let’s be honest — her true passion is curling up on the couch for a nap marathon. Calm homes are her favourite vibe, and she thrives when the world is soft, quiet, and full of treats.
If you’ve ever whispered, “I wish House Hippos were real,” the universe has officially answered you. Jovie is ready to waddle her way into your home and your heart.
Adopt your very own Canadian House Hippo today — limited edition, one of one.
IN-SHELTER NOTES & IDEAL HOME
SIZE: 52 lbs.
HOME TYPE: Any - no restrictions
CHILDREN: Yes - likely compatible with dog savvy children as long as they are gentle to her ears as she had a previous ear infection.
CATS & SMALL ANIMALS: Yes - likely compatible with cats (Supervised introduction)
OTHER DOGS: Yes - likely compatible with dog`s
ACTIVITY/ENERGY LEVEL: Moderate to low energy - Loves going for walks or cuddling on the couch. Would recommend enrichment when left alone.
HUMAN COMPATIBILTY: First time dog owner possible.
TRAINING REQUIREMENTS/NEEDS: At least two in-person training sessions to work on socialization, basic training, and confidence building.
HUMAN SOCIAL IN SHELTER: Very human social. Always looking for love and affection!
FAVOURITE THINGS: Jovie lives for snacks, snuggles, calm vibes, and long snoozes on the couch, with a side quest of enjoying mellow neighbourhood walks.
**For more information on any behaviours stated above, please check out our behaviour fact sheet: https://kwsphumane.ca/BehavioursandDefinitions
**Please remember that animals are coming back from foster care to the centres for their meet and greets. They will be experiencing a new environment and meeting new people, which means they may not exhibit the same behaviour
*Please note that walk-in appointments are welcomed and encouraged, and will be prioritized over online applications.
Come into the Centre and if you see a pet you like, you are able to do a "Meet and Greet" with that pet. Spend some time in alone with the pet or take a dog out for a short walk. If you are still interested in adopting the pet you can meet with one of our Adoption Counsellors who will have you fill out and application and will ask you some questions about the environment in which you live. If you seem like a wonderful match and your environment meets the needs of the pet then your application should be approved!
*Please note that walk-in appointments are welcomed and encouraged, and will be prioritized over online applications.
Come into the Centre and if you see a pet you like, you are able to do a "Meet and Greet" with that pet. Spend some time in alone with the pet or take a dog out for a short walk. If you are still interested in adopting the pet you can meet with one of our Adoption Counsellors who will have you fill out and application and will ask you some questions about the environment in which you live. If you seem like a wonderful match and your environment meets the needs of the pet then your application should be approved!
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Stratford Perth Humane Society
125 Griffith Road, Stratford, ON N5A 6S4
We are closed for all statutory and civic holidays
We are closed the last Wednesday of each month from 9am-1pm for staff training
More about this shelter
As one of the largest humane societies in Ontario, we currently operate two animal shelters to support people and pets in our communities. The Stratford Perth Humane Society supports Perth County, while the Kitchener Waterloo Humane Society supports Waterloo Region (less Cambridge) and began serving the community in 1927.
As one of the largest humane societies in Ontario, we currently operate two animal shelters to support people and pets in our communities. The Stratford Perth Humane Society supports Perth County, while the Kitchener Waterloo Humane Society supports Waterloo Region (less Cambridge) and began serving the community in 1927.
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