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My basic info
Breed
German Shepherd Dog
Color
Brown/Chocolate
Age
Adult
Size
Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg) (when grown)
Weight
–
Sex
Female
Pet ID
–
My details
Good with kids
Good with dogs
Needs experienced adopter
Shots current
Spayed / Neutered
Housetrained
Has special needs
My personality
My story
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Here's what the humans have to say about me:
Dove is a 4-year-old German Shepherd/Husky mix with a very soft, sensitive soul. She is quite shy and uncertain in new situations and is very much a work in progress. When she feels overwhelmed, Dove tends to cower and looks to her people for comfort and reassurance. With a gentle, patient approach, she does allow affection and finds comfort in calm, quiet interactions.
Ideal Home
Dove will need a very understanding adopter who recognizes that she is a special-needs dog and is committed to helping her feel safe in the world. She requires a calm, predictable home where her world can be kept small at first, with new experiences introduced slowly and thoughtfully.
A confident, friendly dog in the home would be a big benefit for Dove, as she gains reassurance and confidence from other dogs. That said, we are open to applications from homes without another dog, as long as the adopter understands that her training and confidence-building may take more time and patience. Dove will not be placed with young children, older teenagers may be fine but within a quiet household.
Because fearful dogs can panic and bolt when uncertain, Dove will need an adopter who is diligent about safety, secure doors and fences, and proper leash management at all times.
Training
Dove will need continued confidence-building through positive reinforcement, gentle encouragement, and consistent routines.
Dove is treat-motivated and enjoys working for food, which will be a great tool for building trust and confidence. Her gentle nature and soulful eyes make her incredibly endearing to those who take the time to get to know her.
She will benefit from:
Positive, reward-based training
Patience and reassurance during new experiences
Slow introductions to new people, places, and routines
Ongoing confidence-building exercises
Dove has not yet been cat tested; we will update her profile as we learn more.
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Ready to Apply?
If you would like to meet Dove, 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.
Children: Age+16
Cats: Unknown
Dogs: Yes
Training Needs: Confidence Building
Adoption Fee: $114 due to special needs
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
Dove is a 4-year-old German Shepherd/Husky mix with a very soft, sensitive soul. She is quite shy and uncertain in new situations and is very much a work in progress. When she feels overwhelmed, Dove tends to cower and looks to her people for comfort and reassurance. With a gentle, patient approach, she does allow affection and finds comfort in calm, quiet interactions.
Ideal Home
Dove will need a very understanding adopter who recognizes that she is a special-needs dog and is committed to helping her feel safe in the world. She requires a calm, predictable home where her world can be kept small at first, with new experiences introduced slowly and thoughtfully.
A confident, friendly dog in the home would be a big benefit for Dove, as she gains reassurance and confidence from other dogs. That said, we are open to applications from homes without another dog, as long as the adopter understands that her training and confidence-building may take more time and patience. Dove will not be placed with young children, older teenagers may be fine but within a quiet household.
Because fearful dogs can panic and bolt when uncertain, Dove will need an adopter who is diligent about safety, secure doors and fences, and proper leash management at all times.
Training
Dove will need continued confidence-building through positive reinforcement, gentle encouragement, and consistent routines.
Dove is treat-motivated and enjoys working for food, which will be a great tool for building trust and confidence. Her gentle nature and soulful eyes make her incredibly endearing to those who take the time to get to know her.
She will benefit from:
Positive, reward-based training
Patience and reassurance during new experiences
Slow introductions to new people, places, and routines
Ongoing confidence-building exercises
Dove has not yet been cat tested; we will update her profile as we learn more.
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Ready to Apply?
If you would like to meet Dove, 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.
Children: Age+16
Cats: Unknown
Dogs: Yes
Training Needs: Confidence Building
Adoption Fee: $114 due to special needs
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
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
1.
Submit Application
2.
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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