Cocker Spaniel puppies and dogs in Exeter, Ontario

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Hi my name is Lilly and I am looking for a gentle, patient home to call my own. My whole life I thought the world was just my kennel. Then one day I was scooped up and taken where I found out that the world is SO BIG! Everyone and everything is new to me and I am learning every minute of every day. I met some humans that actually say nice things to me in nice voices. I really have no idea what they are saying but I’m starting to pay attention a bit since the other dog and cat here seem to like them. I am quiet and gentle so I get along with the resident animals but I don’t know how to play yet so high energy friends are not for me. I like to hang out on the nice soft dog bed and just take it all in. There is so much to see and hear it can be very overwhelming! The other dog here goes out with the humans on a leash every day but I don’t go just yet. I think there is even more world out there but I’m still trying to get used to the house and yard and leash and snow and …there is a lot. I am a good girl in my crate, I don’t mess in the house and I’m not destructive. I’m told that there is someone out there who will give me time, and love while I figure it all out. So If you are my person I am here learning about the world while I’m waiting for you. **CALM AND QUIET are key.-rural FULLY-FENCED residential would be her best household*Located in Penetanguishene

Hello my name is Autumn, as this is when I started my new life. I did not have it easy for the first part of my life as I was made to produce litter and litter of puppies without the love and care of humans, but my foster family have told me that those days are over and it is now time for me to finally have my own forever family to love me. I am a very quiet easy going lady who just wants the comfort of a nice spot on the couch right next to my people. Gentle touch is new to me so I am not sure how to ask for it but if you pet me I will come closer to you and be ready for as much as you want to give.*located in Guelph**Ideal for a quiet, calm home that will be patient with her fear of noise and high activity, which should improve with proper introduction.

Hi there, my name is Dolly and I am a four-year-old cocker spaniel girl. Up until now my life kind of sucked being a working mom doing 9 to 5 as a puppy mill breeding dog. I was super happy to retire from there and go hang out at this new house with lots of kids, a dog and two big people who won me over by feeding me rotisserie chicken!After some much needed TLC and a really nice grooming session, I look like a million bucks and my feet feel like brand new. I sleep on the main floor in my kennel at night just fine as there's a big comfy blanket in there that keeps me happy. I have been good about not pooping or peeing in the house and go down into the backyard to do my business every 4 to 6 hours. My foster house has three kids in it that I really like as long as they aren't running around like crazy people screaming. I let everybody pet me and I'm happy to take rotisserie chicken from anybody who offers it. I like the other dog in my house and I like to follow him around the backyard. I eat a cup of dry food twice a day and, so far, I've been living the good life ever since I got here. I would do best in a house with another like-minded dog who enjoys a comfy couch and a person to lay beside that would scratch my head and ears. I do pretty good on leash even though I have never been on one until about a week ago. So, I do need a little bit of work there, but I don't bark and I don't whine. My foster house has never heard me make a peep other than to lightly growl at my foster brother when he tries to take too much of my mom's time and lap space, but it was all talk and I've stopped doing that now and enjoy my foster brother dog. So, if you're looking for a chill, quiet, couch potato for a pet that just wants to snuggle, then I'm your girl!!!! *located in Aurora

***COMING SOON******NOT ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS***Wee Siren 🚨 was a last minute add-on to a puppymill cull list due to "neck damage". Luckily for him, HBR couldn't say no. We aren't sure of Siren's full medical needs quite yet but we do know that he is a VERY happy and smart little guy. He's crate trained, potty trained and LOVES everyone. Siren is being fostered with human kids and adult Boxers, who he loves to play and run with. Siren is eating, drinking and playing very well. He does have a slight wobble/turn to one side but that does NOT slow down this sweet, kind little guy.Siren is approx 12 weeks old*located in Angus

Meet Mina - Cocker Spaniel Only those whom submit a completed adoption application after reading Mina's entire profile will be considered Meet Mina! This sweet, timid chocolate merle Cocker Spaniel was surrendered by a commercial breeder after she was retired from their breeding program DOB Feb 11, 2024, Mina is just shy of 2 yrs young, but has spent her entire life in a barn so is very shy with new people and will need a very patient, savvy family whom will understand that it will take time for her to blossom Mina joined us very obese, poor coat condition and badly matted, but is doing great with her gradual weight loss program, and her coat and skin are already improving with her high quality food/supplements in our care MANDATORY: *Mina absolutely requires another suitable canine companion in her new home to help with her confidence and for companionship. She is also great with cats but a cat friend is not an alternative for a canine companion. *Fully fenced secure yard-Mina is too scared to be comfortable going on walks yet but LOVES to run and play in the fenced backyard. This is her happy place. * No children due to her timid nature. She would be absolutely overwhelmed having children in her home * No doggie doors *Pools must be securely fenced in for safety if inground Mina's spay surgery is scheduled for Dec 4th, after which she will be ready to join her new family after she recovers. Notes from Mina's foster family Mina is a gentle, medium-energy girl with a soft heart and a timid spirit who is slowly blossoming in her foster home. She is deeply sweet, playful in her safe spaces, and incredibly affectionate with the people and animals she trusts. Mina will thrive in a patient, quiet home that can help her continue building confidence at her own pace. Daily Routine & Activity Mina loves to run, explore, and play in her fenced backyard. She enjoys doing zoomies—especially when her people arrive home! While she is still too fearful to go for walks, she is working on building trust. At this time, she is not safe on a leash, as she becomes frightened and tries to escape her harness. Her foster family takes her on walks in a large dog stroller to help with her socializing, working on exposure to new sights and sounds due to her flight risk on leash outside of her fenced yard. She enjoys car rides when carried to the vehicle and happily settles once inside. Motivation & Training Mina is selectively food-motivated. She enjoys treats but will only accept them when she is in her safe spots, such as her bed or the couch. She is still learning basic commands and does not yet know sit, stay, come, or similar cues. Her progress will come with patience, encouragement, and consistency. Mina loves chew toys and benefits greatly from access to Kong-style toys and safe chew options. She can be destructive with toys so monitoring for safety and providing appropriate chews such as bully sticks, tendons, Jawgler gelatin chews, beef knuckles etc are ideal. Rawhide is NOT safe for dogs. Social Behavior with Dogs & Cats Mina loves other dogs, both in the home and those she has met elsewhere. She adores her foster sister, follows her around, and offers lots of kisses. She also has another dog friend she plays with at the foster home. She lived harmoniously with a visiting cat for two weeks and co-existed beautifully. Behavior with People Mina is very fearful with new people and will hide when visitors enter the home. With her foster parents—especially when they are sitting or lying down—she is cuddly, affectionate, and joyful. She seeks out closeness on the couch and loves bedtime snuggles and belly rubs. She is still afraid of people when they are standing, but she is bravely making small steps forward, such as approaching the dining room threshold at mealtimes to be part of the activity. House Skills Housetrained: Yes, though she will have accidents if not let out frequently. Crate trained: Yes, and she is relaxed and content in her crate. Alone time: Comfortable being left alone with no signs of separation anxiety. Touch: Enjoys petting and cuddles from her trusted people. Mina occasionally struggles with bladder control, especially when excited or if not taken outside often enough. She benefits from frequent outdoor breaks. Special Notes & Needs Chewing: Mina loves to chew, so a “chew-safe zone” is important. Items like shoes, pillows, and remote controls should be kept out of reach. Hydration: She tends not to drink enough water on her own, so adding water to meals helps prevent constipation and supports hydration. Feeding Diet: 3 oz of Bold by Nature raw food with omega oil, pureed pumpkin, probiotics and hot water added Schedule: Twice daily Temperament Mina is a sweet, sensitive soul who was formerly a breeding dog at a commercial kennel without any positive interactions with humans. She is fearful of new situations and slow to trust, but she is also gentle, silly, playful, affectionate, and eager for love once she feels safe. Her biggest improvements so far include allowing touch without fear and no longer urinating when frightened. She continues to show improved courage and resilience every day but will understandably regress in a new home until she bonds and learns to feel safe with her new family. Transport Mina is fearful when taken out the front door but enjoys car rides once inside. Carrying her to the vehicle helps her feel safe. Ideal Home: A fenced yard for supervised play, zoomies, and outdoor exploration A friendly resident dog to help build her confidence A quiet or low-traffic home (she may bark briefly when her humans return) Patience, gentleness, and a willingness to let her progress on her timeline A safe space for chewing and relaxing Mina will flourish with someone who understands her history and can provide a calm, steady environment full of kindness. Once she trusts you, her warm, silly, loving side truly shines. INTERESTED IN APPLYING? NOTE: *Based on her life expectancy of another 15+ yrs, Mina is not a suitable match for over 65 yr applicants. Our goal for every dog is to be able to live a full active life in their forever home without ever having to be rehomed or having their needs neglected. Our priority is long-term stability and well-being for each dog in one forever home. She does also require lifting and carrying at times so her new family must be able to provide this indefinitely. We require all serious applicants to watched "Petfooled" which is a free documentary at this link https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5XC1rUWWnxI , or on Amazon prime Our motto is "know better/do better" and we ask all adoptive families to be as committed to providing our dogs with quality nutrition as they are to providing love. An adoption application must be completed and approved, followed by quality of care screening through your vet clinic, & home inspection, 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. Hobo Haven is located in St Jacobs Ontario. For approved families, we require in person meetings in St Jacobs ON If you are not willing to drive to this location to meet our dogs after you are approved, please do not apply. We do not meet elsewhere nor deliver dogs. Adoptions within Ontario only Adoption fee: Reduced to $750 (reg $850) due to her timid nature/patience required Includes: Spay, microchip, vaccinations, deworming, flea/tick/heartworm prevention, bloodwork/heartworm testing, and all vet care, high quality food and supplies during their time with us to set them up for a healthy future. We have spent far more than this on her vetting and care. Link to apply https://hobohavenrescue.ca/dog-adoption-application