Cocker Spaniel puppies and dogs in Elmira, Ontario

Meet Finley: Male cocker spaniel puppy (blind-possibly is seeing shadows and functions amazingly well despite his vision impairment) Finley is a precious, male Cocker Spaniel puppy born Sept 3, 2025 who was surrendered to our care due to being blind. PLEASE READ OUR PUPPY ADOPTION POLICY HERE BEFORE APPLYING https://hobohavenrescue.ca/puppy-adoption-policy NO EXCEPTIONS ANY APPLICATIONS RECEIVED THAT DO NO MEET THE CRITERIA IN OUR PUPPY ADOPTION POLICY WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. Finley is a friendly, confident, and adventurous young pup who doesn’t let his blindness slow him down one bit. He approaches the world with enthusiasm, curiosity, and a whole lot of heart. Whether he’s exploring the yard, playing with canine friends, or seeking out his humans, Finley brings joy everywhere he goes. View Finley's complete album of videos and photos here https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.803742752276353&type=3 ** MANDATORY Finley requires another suitable canine companion in his home -and ideally a fully fenced yard for him to safely explore supervised. All pools must be fully fenced for safety Dog doors are not permitted Adoption Fee REDUCED to $500 due to Finley's blindness (reg $850) -includes vaccinations, microchip, neuter surgery, deworming, flea/tick/heartworm prevention and all vet care, food and supplies during their time with us. We have also spent quite a lot on Finley's ophthalmology appts, testing and assessments. Energy Level: Medium Crate Trained: Yes Housetrained: In progress Good with Dogs: Yes Good with Cats: Yes Good with People: Absolutely! Special Needs: Blind Daily Routine Finley enjoys several short, fully supervised outdoor sessions throughout the day to explore, sniff, and play. He goes out after each meal and several times between, with outings spaced every 2–3 hours. Inside, he is learning the rules of the home, settling nicely in his crate at night after a few minutes of fussing. Training & Behaviour Finley is blind, but maps spaces quickly and confidently. His foster home keeps pathways consistent, floors clear, and uses verbal cues to help him navigate. Commands like “This way, this way, this way” help direct him, while “Careful!” warns of obstacles. He learns quickly and adapts beautifully. Food Motivation: Extremely! This will help tremendously with training. Commands: Finley is just starting out and hasn’t learned formal cues yet. House Training: Ongoing. He does well when taken out on schedule but doesn’t yet signal on his own. Chewing: Like any teething puppy, everything seems chewable. Redirection to toys and chews works well. Touch Handling: Playful when touched during the day; relaxed handling is easiest when he’s sleepy. Separation: Finley is comfortable alone for short periods (up to 3 hours) and has shown no signs of separation anxiety. Leash Skills: Not yet introduced to walks. Social Skills With Dogs: Finley loves every dog he meets! He can be a bit rough in play due to puppyhood but responds well to canine corrections. With Cats: Very good—he mostly ignores the household cat or offers a quick sniff. With People: Everyone is a new best friend! He greets both in-home and outside visitors with happy enthusiasm. Medical Notes Finley saw Dr Barboza, an opthamologist, for a thorough assessment and testing for his blindness. For anyone seriously interested in adopting Finley, we are more than happy to send the full report to your vet clinic to discuss further with your vet. The primary assessment is anterior segment dysgenesis, a congenital malformation of both eyes, leading to blindness. Secondary glaucoma is questionable. The measured intraocular pressures are elevated but are suspected to be factitiously high due to the structural abnormalities of the cornea and anterior chamber. Microphthalmia (small eye) is noted in the left eye. The patient does not currently appear to be in pain or discomfort from his ocular condition. No medications are being prescribed at this time. The decision was made to avoid potentially unnecessary eye drops as the IOP readings may be inaccurate. Finley is returning for a reassessment to ensure that his eyes are both stable and no further treatment is recommended at this time. His adoptive family will need to have their vet monitor for any changes as he matures. Transportation Finley travels well in a crate and may fuss briefly before settling in for a nap. Strengths Adapts quickly to new environments Excellent at locating people by voice Social, gentle, and eager to bond Playful and brave Sweet, affectionate, and loves being with his “pack” Ideal Adoptive Home Finley will thrive in a home that: Has experience with blind dogs or is committed to learning and supporting his needs Has someone home during the day for his feeding and potty schedule Will continue his training and provide a safe, consistent environment Ideally includes another friendly, patient dog to play with Children must be dog savvy, respectful and over 10 yrs Why You’ll Love Him Finley is an incredible puppy—sweet, adventurous, and endlessly good-natured. He loves to explore and play, but once he’s tired, he’s perfectly content to curl up beside you for a nap. He is happiest when he’s close to his people and will be a devoted companion to the lucky family who adopts him. Our adoption fees do not completely cover the costs incurred by our rescue including rising vet expenses, food, supplies and transportation Anyone questioning adoption fees is invited to call your vet for a quote on providing everything that is done for our dogs prior to their adoptions. Hobo Haven is located in St Jacobs Ontario. For approved families, we require two in person meetings in St Jacobs ON If you are interested in applying to adopt a dog from Hobo Haven Rescue, please use this link to submit an application https://hobohavenrescue.ca/dog-adoption-application An adoption application must be completed and approved, including vet references as well as a home visit (Zoom during COVID), prior to meeting available dogs. All dogs are placed in loving foster homes during their time with us, we do not have a shelter to visit. We do not allow applicants to visit until pre-approved for adoptions. Our dogs are in private foster family homes, not in a shelter. Any questions may be emailed to hobohavenpetrescue@gmail.com Due to the high volume of applications received for our dogs, priority of replies will be given to applicants who meet the criteria mentioned in the pet's profile. We understand how disappointing in can be if your family is not an ideal match for our dogs , but please understand that our policies are for the dog's best interests first and foremost. We put a lot of time and effort into carefully assessing each dog's individual temperaments and personalities/needs. Please do not ask us to make exceptions Emails are best, our volunteers work full time and are often not able to answer or return phone calls in a timely manner.

**IF THIS LISTING IS STILL POSTED THIS DOG IS STILL AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION. NO NEED TO EMAIL ASKING IF THE DOG IS AVAILABLE. PLEASE READ THROUGH THIS BIO THOROUGHLY AS INFORMATION ON HOW TO APPLY IS CONTAINED IN THIS LISTING** For Adoption: Nell! Please read our dog bios carefully to be sure that the dog you are applying for suits your family and lifestyle. We at PDR believe in the benefits of post-adoption training for our dogs and their families. This allows for continued socialization, learning and helps to create a well-mannered and balanced dog. Post-adoption training is a requirement in our adoption process. To apply for adoption and for more information on our process and requirements, visit our website at https://pounddog.ca/adoption-info/. Name: Nell Nell is an affectionate cocker spaniel who would love the opportunity to snooze and snuggle all day. At seven years old Nell is discovering that the world can be safe, soft and cozy – three of her favourite things! Nell is 10.5 kg with a petite stature, beautiful light copper colouring and a sprinkling of freckles. The name Nell means ‘light and brightness’ and with her sweet personality, she definitely brings these traits anywhere she goes. Nell started her life as a breeder in a puppy mill and this has made her a bit uncertain of unknown items and noises (snow shovels, buses etc.) but she is adjusting and becoming more comfortable every day. Nell will do best with a calm family who can be patient with her as she continues to open up to new people and surroundings. She has become an expert at sussing out the most comfortable spots in the house and closely acquainting herself with them. She loves couches, beds, comfy chairs and even a pile of laundry will do. Nell’s tail was docked but that doesn’t stop her from wiggling her bum to let you know how happy she is once she’s found a comfy spot. Nell likes being outside but isn’t the type of dog who wakes up and has to get out the door right away. She would be fine in a home with a backyard or a condo/townhouse with more limited outdoors space. It’s unknown if Nell has spent time in the snow before this winter but she has taken to it instantly. She loves to bury into snowbanks and roll around in fresh powder. Nell has taken to walking on leash and has been enjoying neighbourhood walks twice a day. While she is always happy to be outside, she is equally happy to get back inside out of the cold. She will benefit from further leash practice as she continues to discover new sights and smells. Nell was a bit slow to find her appetite so training has been limited as treats weren’t necessarily a great motivator. As she’s continued to decompress, treats are becoming more interesting and she’s showing an interest in learning. She is working on ‘sit’ and ‘shake a paw’, but will need a family who continue to train her. She has so much affection to give, she will sometimes stand and put her front paws up on you, so she will need reminders about her manners. Nell is fine with being brushed and will tolerate the bath. She will require regular professional grooming to maintain her coat, including weekly brushing and consistent ear cleaning to prevent infections due to her floppy silky ears. House training came very naturally to Nell despite no previous experience with it. Sticking to a routine of twice daily walks around the neighbourhood helps her avoid any accidents. While she’s a good walker she does sometimes find it a bit challenging to not be distracted by the snowbanks and the opportunities to roll around in the fluffy snow! Nell has also done well on car rides, going for both short and longer rides without challenges. Nell continues to become comfortable with her crate; she will go in without complaint and is usually very quiet, but if she knows someone is home, she won’t hesitate to let you know she’s available for a snuggle. She can manage overnight and daytime stretches, but she would always rather be on the comfy couch, when allowed. When letting Nell out of her crate, the first thing she wants to do is give you a hug. She’ll put her paws out and climb up onto your lap, asking for affection before anything else. Nell has the tendency to be a bit of a ‘shadow’ in that she wants to be close by, she will happily nap away in the same room as any activity but will want to move with you if you change locations. Nell has been fostered in a quiet home with no other pets or kids, but as her confidence has grown, she is showing great interest in meeting both. There have been a few opportunities for her to meet other dogs/cats and young kids and she has been very curious about both. Nell would do best in a home with children over the age of 10 and other pets who can be patient with an enthusiastic new family member who is still learning her manners. Potential adopters will need to consider how they can support her in further socialization and learning proper etiquette for meeting new friends. Nell is quiet, apart from the occasional vocalizations about her crate, she really doesn’t make a lot of noise. The only (adorable) exception to this is that Nell is a bit of a snorer. You’ll often find her curled up on her choice of comfortable surface making a few snuffling sounds. She is a champion napper and her snores are a lovely reminder of her relaxed presence. She is learning how to play and has been caught trying to sneak socks into her bed for a chew. She reacts very well to having these taken away, but she is still learning that toys can be just as much fun to play with. Nell is up-to-date on all of her vaccinations and has been spayed. She also had extensive dental work done and as a result had multiple teeth pulled. She has handled all of her vet visits very well and has no problems enjoying her meals now that her mouth is pain free. Potential adopters will need to continue to keep an eye on her dental health. Nell is a calm and cuddly companion and she’s often found lounging on her back with her paws up in the air, her hushed snores letting you know that she’s completely content. She is a laid back presence who has very quickly mastered the art of relaxation. Between the warm welcomes after her crate time and her ‘shadow’ approach, she has made it clear that she wants to be around people and will give her new family a lot of love. ID # PDR1447 Age: 7yrs Gender: female Spayed: yes UTD vaccines: yes Breed: Cocker Spaniel Colours: red and white Coat length: med House trained: yes Special needs: no OK with kids: older OK with cats: yes Ok with dogs: yes Status: adoptable Microchip: yes Size: med Location: Kitchener Adoption fee: $700

Mabel is a sweet, good tempered 7-yr-old tan Cocker Spaniel. She is vaccinated (Rabies, DHPP, Bordetella), spayed, dewormed & on flea & tick prevention. Mabel loves her walks, sniffing & exploring is one of her favorite things! Playing & rolling in the snow is another. She also love bum scratches and wants to be your best friend. She is fully house trained & a lady when we she eats. She takes treats nicely, & is friendly with other dog as well as people. She should be fine with older kids (not young kids).She currently lives with another resident senior dog. Mabel is finding her voice and likes gentle touches so a mature person or couple would be best. She currently is left alone up to seven hours in her foster home with no issues when her foster mom needs to go to work. She loves to cuddle with you watch TV after a nice walk! She would love a home with a fenced backyard & people would will dote on her! Could Mabel be your dream girl? YES? Email: sgaskell63@gmail.com for an Adoption application. Adoption fee: $600.

Mabel is a sweet, good tempered 7-yr-old tan Cocker Spaniel. She is vaccinated (Rabies, DHPP, Bordetella), spayed, dewormed & on flea & tick prevention. Mabel loves her walks, sniffing & exploring is one of her favorite things! Playing & rolling in the snow is another. She also love bum scratches and wants to be your best friend. She is fully house trained & a lady when we she eats. She takes treats nicely, & is friendly with other dog as well as people. She should be fine with older kids (not young kids).She currently lives with another resident senior dog. Mabel is finding her voice and likes gentle touches so a mature person or couple would be best. She currently is left alone up to seven hours in her foster home with no issues when her foster mom needs to go to work. She loves to cuddle with you watch TV after a nice walk! She would love a home with a fenced backyard & people would will dote on her! Could Mabel be your dream girl? YES? Email: sgaskell63@gmail.com for an Adoption application. Adoption fee: $600.