My name is Gloria (local) kt!

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

Breed: Border Collie Mix
Age: 2 years old
Gender: Female
Weight: 23 kg
Country of origin: Turkey
Highlight(s): Gentle, sensitive, affectionate, loyal, calm

I’m a soft-hearted girl who loves quietly, bonds deeply, and finds joy in calm companionship and outdoor adventures.

I came to Canada from Turkey on October 26th and am currently being fostered in Port Hope. Everything is new for me, and I’m still learning that I am safe. I’m taking my time to adjust, settling into routines, and discovering what it means to live in a peaceful home where kindness and patience guide my days.

I’m a sweet, sensitive, and quietly affectionate girl. I like to observe the world first and approach new people at my own pace. Once I feel safe, I gently seek connection and stay close to those I trust. I have a special fondness for children and enjoy their presence in a calm, gentle way. I form deep bonds and love with loyalty and devotion.
I’m low-energy indoors and have great house manners, but outside I enjoy running, hiking, and exploring.

I would thrive in a patient, understanding home that values trust-building and gentle guidance. A calm environment with kind humans who appreciate a sensitive soul would help me truly flourish.

Energy Level: moderate to high outdoors

I get along with:

Dogs: Yes, with slow and gentle introductions
Cats: Unknown
Kids: Yes 

Fears: I can feel overwhelmed in stressful or unfamiliar situations. Please be patient and supportive as I continue adjusting to my new life.

Training: Crate trained and comfortable being left alone for up to four hours after proper exercise.

Leash skills: Yes
House trained: Mostly yes — occasional accidents may happen when I feel scared or overwhelmed; gentle reassurance helps me succeed.

Health notes: No known health issues.

I have been spayed, vaccinated, and microchipped.

My adoption fee is $850.00 CAD plus applicable taxes. This includes my transportation to Canada, if I am able to be accompanied by a flight volunteer directly to Vancouver.

Disclaimer: It is important for all applicants to visit our website, http://www.lovedatlastdogrescue.ca/adopting/ and read about Loved at Last Dog Rescue.

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.

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

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.

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.

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] *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.

[TURKEY] Dogs from Turkey receive a 4D SNAP test to include Leishmania, Heartworm, Ehrlichia, & Anaplasma, as well as Giardia, Parvo, Corona & Distemper.