Adopt

My name is Charlie!

Posted over 2 weeks ago

Adoption process
1

Submit Application

2

Interview

3

Home Check

4

Sign Adoption Contract

5

Take the Pet Home

Adoption fee: $850

This helps Adopt Korean Rescue - Toronto with pet care costs.

My basic info

Breed
Chihuahua
Color
Age
Adult
Size
Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less (when grown)
Weight
8 lb (current)
Sex
Male
Pet ID
ps_2642773-4288034

My details

Checkmark in teal circle Good with dogs
Checkmark in teal circle Good with cats
Checkmark in teal circle Shots current
Checkmark in teal circle Spayed / Neutered
Checkmark in teal circle Housetrained

My story

Here's what the humans have to say about me:

Charlie



 



Age: 3 years



Sex: Neutered male



Breed: Mix



Color: Brown



Weight: 8.05 kg



Height: 32 cm



 



 



Rescue Story



 



Charlie was rescued from an extremely traumatic situation. After an elderly owner passed away, the home was found with deceased cats, one surviving cat, and Charlie — who had been left confined in the bathroom with a wire muzzle tied around his mouth.



 



After the scene was cleared by authorities and the landlord, Charlie was placed in temporary care and then transferred to a municipal shelter.



Despite what he went through, Charlie has remained affectionate, intelligent, and deeply people-oriented.



 



 



‍‍ With People



 



Charlie loves people and seeks connection.



 



• Approaches both familiar and new people with friendly body rubs



• May be slightly shy at first, but warms up quickly with treats



• Allows handling and enjoys being held when supported under the belly



• Often shows his belly once comfortable — sometimes even to new people



• Generally more comfortable with women



• Can be fearful of some men and needs patient, calm introductions



 



 



With Other Dogs



 



Charlie is social and playful with other dogs.



 



• Greets both familiar and unfamiliar dogs and invites them to play



• Friendly with dogs both larger and similar in size



• If another dog challenges him, he may respond — so careful introductions are important



 



Cats & Prey Drive



 



• Has lived in a multi-cat household for about 5 months



• On walks, he may stare at cats but will follow his handler



• Shows prey drive toward birds



 



Energy & Activity



 



Charlie has medium to high energy and has athletic ability.



 



• Loves outdoor activity and play



• Settles well after proper exercise



• Needs daily physical and mental stimulation



 



He has even kept up with Border Collies and Malinois for hours of play — he is small but mighty.



 



 



On Walks



 



• Walks well on leash without pulling



• Loves to sniff and may stop often to explore



 



 



At Home



 



• Uses both pee pads and outdoor potty



• Calm and well-behaved in a kennel



• Gets in and out of the car on his own



• May bark at unfamiliar people



 



 



Food & Training



 



• Not food-protective toward people



• May growl if another dog approaches while he is eating



• Extremely food-motivated — excellent for training



 



 



Play, Training & Intelligence



 



Charlie is smart, athletic, and playful.



 



• Loves fetch, tug, and chasing toys



• Prefers soft toys like socks and plushies



• Enjoys puzzle toys and food-dispensing toys



• Strong bite strength — toys wear out quickly



 



He has even won local competitions for:



“Sit & Stay”



“Find the Treat”



 



He thrives in homes that enjoy training, agility, and interactive play.



 



 



The Right Home



 



He needs:



A confident, consistent handler



Daily exercise and mental stimulation



Structured introductions to new dogs and people



 



In return, he becomes deeply loyal, funny, energetic, and emotionally bonded to his person — a true partner for someone who enjoys an active life with their dog.



 



Charlie is ready to give his whole heart to the person who gives him stability, leadership, and love.



Apply to adopt or foster: https://adoptmekr.org 



Please also visit our Facebook and Instagram.



Currently in Korea



Available to Canada & U.S.


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Rescue

Contact info

Pet ID
ps_2642773-4288034
Contact
Phone
Address
Toronto, ON M5G 2R3

Their adoption process

1.

Submit Application

Carefully review the profile of the dog(s) you are interested in adopting to determine if it’s the right fit and submit an application.

2.

Interview

Our team will review the application to determine suitability. If selected, one of our volunteers will contact you for the next step.

3.

Home Check

Following a satisfactory interview and home check, a volunteer will complete all necessary reference checks

4.

Sign Adoption Contract

If approved, the adopter must sign the adoption agreement and pay the adoption fee accordingly.

5.

Take the Pet Home

Once all documentation is complete and the initial deposit is confirmed, one of our volunteers will arrange the travel plan for the dog.

Additional adoption info

The adoption processes & procedures are structured to ensure a minimal negative impact/experience for the dogs. We appreciate your understanding & patience.

* All of our dogs’ vaccinations are up to date: rabies, DHPPL (Distemper, Hepatitis, Parvovirus, Parainfluenza, Leptospirosis), Coronavirus, Canine influenza and Bordetella (kennel cough).
* All dogs are spayed/neutered, unless otherwise indicated, and microchipped.
* Additionally, all dogs are tested for 4DX (heartworm) and parvo/corona/distemper/giardia.
* Monthly heartworm/flea/tick preventions are all done as well.
* A Dog GPS tracker is included in the adoption fee to ensure the safety of the dog.

For more details, please visit: https://adoptmekoreanrescue.org/adoption-process/

Adoption application

More about this rescue

Adopt Korean Rescue is a volunteer-based federally registered not-for-profit organization dedicated to helping homeless and unwanted dogs in South Korea find a new home in Canada.

We love Korean dogs. Many of them live in chains, give birth on the side of the road, or wander around with their pups. Some of them get caught and end up at dog meat farms or high-kill shelters in South Korea. They luckily meet us just before euthanasia or after many years of living in dog meat farms. We exist to hold their paws and help them find a forever home in Canada full of joy and happiness.

Our dog rescue work depends on our flight volunteers. They help us safely bring our dogs from Korea to Vancouver or Toronto airports, where the dogs will find loving forever or foster homes.

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