Benito is a sweet, fun-loving little dog who truly shines once he feels comfortable and safe. While he may be a little unsure at first, give him some time and patience and you’ll discover a playful, affectionate companion who loves being part of the fun! Benito’s ideal family will be ready to help him build confidence at his own pace. With consistency and lots of positive experiences, this handsome boy will continue to blossom into the happy, secure dog he’s meant to be.
If you’re looking for a loyal companion and are ready to celebrate every little milestone together, Benito is ready to start that journey with you. Submit your application for little Benito today!
IN-SHELTER NOTES & IDEAL HOME
SIZE: 19 lbs.
HOME TYPE: House or Townhouse. Benito would not do well in a large and busy apartment building, as he is on the shy and nervous side.
CHILDREN: No- Benito would do best in a calm and patient adult-only home or a home that contains near adult aged children (older teenagers) who have had previous dog experience.
CATS & SMALL ANIMALS: Yes- Cats potentially compatible with slow proper introduction.
OTHER DOGS: Yes- Dogs potentially compatible.
ACTIVITY/ENERGY LEVEL: Moderate to High; will need daily exercise, enrichment and mental stimulation but enjoys some daily down time as well.
HUMAN COMPATIBILTY: First time dog owner possible, as long as prepared to work on difficult behaviours such as nervousness, anxiety and touch sensitivity.
TRAINING REQUIREMENTS/NEEDS: At least two in-person training session to work on socialization, basic training, manners, touch sensitivy and general anxiety.
HUMAN SOCIAL IN SHELTER: Very human social once he is comfortable!
FAVOURITE THINGS: Enjoys interacting with people and is food motivated.
**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 behaviours they did in their foster videos or while in foster care.
If you are viewing this through 24PetConnect by PetPlace or Adopt-A-Pet, please visit our website https://kwsphumane.ca/adopt/process to submit an application. Any appli
Benito is a sweet, fun-loving little dog who truly shines once he feels comfortable and safe. While he may be a little unsure at first, give him some time and patience and you’ll discover a playful, affectionate companion who loves being part of the fun! Benito’s ideal family will be ready to help him build confidence at his own pace. With consistency and lots of positive experiences, this handsome boy will continue to blossom into the happy, secure dog he’s meant to be.
If you’re looking for a loyal companion and are ready to celebrate every little milestone together, Benito is ready to start that journey with you. Submit your application for little Benito today!
IN-SHELTER NOTES & IDEAL HOME
SIZE: 19 lbs.
HOME TYPE: House or Townhouse. Benito would not do well in a large and busy apartment building, as he is on the shy and nervous side.
CHILDREN: No- Benito would do best in a calm and patient adult-only home or a home that contains near adult aged children (older teenagers) who have had previous dog experience.
CATS & SMALL ANIMALS: Yes- Cats potentially compatible with slow proper introduction.
OTHER DOGS: Yes- Dogs potentially compatible.
ACTIVITY/ENERGY LEVEL: Moderate to High; will need daily exercise, enrichment and mental stimulation but enjoys some daily down time as well.
HUMAN COMPATIBILTY: First time dog owner possible, as long as prepared to work on difficult behaviours such as nervousness, anxiety and touch sensitivity.
TRAINING REQUIREMENTS/NEEDS: At least two in-person training session to work on socialization, basic training, manners, touch sensitivy and general anxiety.
HUMAN SOCIAL IN SHELTER: Very human social once he is comfortable!
FAVOURITE THINGS: Enjoys interacting with people and is food motivated.
**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 behaviours they did in their foster videos or while in foster care.
If you are viewing this through 24PetConnect by PetPlace or Adopt-A-Pet, please visit our website https://kwsphumane.ca/adopt/process to submit an application. Any appli
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 envirnoment meets the needs of the pet then your application should be approved!
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 envirnoment meets the needs of the pet then your application should be approved!
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Kitchener Waterloo Humane Society
Location: 250 Riverbend Drive, Kitchener, ON, N2B 2E9
Phone: 519-745-5615
www.kwhumane.com
Kitchener Waterloo Humane Society
Location: 250 Riverbend Drive, Kitchener, ON, N2B 2E9
Phone: 519-745-5615
www.kwhumane.com
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We reunite families with stray pets, find new homes for pets, and care for the stray animals of Kitchener, Waterloo, Stratford, and Perth
We reunite families with stray pets, find new homes for pets, and care for the stray animals of Kitchener, Waterloo, Stratford, and Perth
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