Collie puppies and dogs in Hamilton, Ontario

Hi, I’m Vincent!I’m a bubbly puppy full of life! I`m super friendly and love making new friends. I love playing with toys and running around. When I`m alone, I sometimes chew things because it helps calm my nerves, but with proper exercise, enrichment, and routine, I can get better about this! I dream of a home where I can play, learn, and be loved forever.MY IDEAL HOME INVOLVES…CHILDREN: I could be a good match with respectful kids. OTHER DOGS: Yes, I would do well with another playful dog. CATS: Potentially, with a cat that doesn’t mind puppy energy and is confident around dogs!FIRST-TIME DOG OWNERS: Yes.FENCED-IN YARD: Not necessarily.HOUSING ENVIRONMENT: Any, but if you have a home without a yard you’ll need a good plan for proper exercise.SOMEONE HOME MOST OF THE DAY: I’m still a puppy, so being alone for a full work day wouldn’t be ideal while I’m settling into my new routine.SOME OTHER THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT ME…ACTIVITY LEVEL: Medium.HOUSE-TRAINED: Yes.If you think I would make a good match for your home, please click the `Adopt Me` button to apply!

**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: Bennett! 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/. Bennett is a gentle, soulful 6-year-old Collie looking for a calm, patient, and understanding forever home. Neutered prior to arriving in foster care, Bennett comes from a puppy mill background, so much of his early life remains unknown. Because of this, he can be a quiet and sensitive boy—but with time, patience, and kindness, he continues to show just how much love and loyalty he has to give. Since arriving in foster care, Bennett has received the veterinary care he needed to feel his best. He has had a hernia repaired, a mass near his eye successfully removed, and a full dental cleaning, during which two broken teeth were extracted. After all of this, he is now feeling comfortable, healthy, and ready to begin a new life with a family of his own. Bennett currently lives with three dogs and a cat and coexists peacefully with all of them. He does not seek out interaction or play and prefers to maintain his own space, but he is comfortable sharing his environment and moves around the home with quiet confidence. Occasionally, his curiosity shows—he will follow his foster siblings when they head outside to investigate something in the yard, joining in at his own pace. Bennett could exist well with another calm, mature dog but wouldn’t enjoy a young or boisterous dog that pesters to wrestle. Bennett is an incredibly polite and low-key dog with a soft, gentle demeanor. He takes treats ever so carefully from your hand and carries himself with quiet manners throughout the home. He is not interested in toys or rough play, preferring instead a calm environment and simple companionship. Bennett would like an adult only home or one with gentle natured teens. He will not enjoy the energy, noise and overall busyness of a home with young children. Bennett is a regal and peaceful lad and his home needs to reflect his need for quiet and calm. His daily routine is very easy to live with. Bennett is fully crate trained and sleeps peacefully in his crate at night. During the day, his crate door is left open, and he will often wander in on his own to nap, treating it as a safe and comforting retreat. It’s not unusual to find him tucked inside, completely relaxed, even when he has the entire house available to him. Bennett also has his own unique preferences when it comes to comfort. He does not get up on the couch—this is entirely his choice—and instead prefers lying on the hardwood floor or a soft rug. He is not interested in dog beds and seems perfectly content resting in these simple spots while quietly observing his surroundings. He has proven to be very trustworthy in the home. Bennett has been left alone for several hours at a time and has never made a mess or gotten into anything he shouldn’t. He settles easily and remains calm, showing that he is a respectful and well-mannered companion. Bennett truly enjoys his walks and is a lovely dog to have on leash. He walks calmly and steadily, making outings peaceful and enjoyable. Like many dogs, he does get excited when he spots a squirrel and may want to chase, but he is very responsive to gentle guidance. A soft “no” is all it takes, and he quickly refocuses and continues on as if the squirrel was never there. He is also great in the car and travels quietly, making him an easy dog to bring along. As a Collie, Bennett has a beautiful coat that requires regular grooming to keep him comfortable and healthy. When he first arrived in foster care, his fur was heavily matted and covered in burrs, particularly around his tail. His coat had become so tangled that his tail was pinned to his body, preventing him from even wagging it. He was taken straight to a professional groomer, and after several hours of careful work, he emerged clean, comfortable, and finally able to move freely again. Bennett’s coat is one of high grooming maintenance so thought needs to be taken as to whether you want the daily brushing and regular professional grooming that this gorgeous coat requires. Be honest with yourself when considering this as failure to maintain his coat will result in matts and tangles quickly. Keeping his coat maintained will not only help him look his best but will also ensure his comfort and prevent painful matting from returning. He is a dog who will benefit from a patient and consistent grooming routine as part of his care. While Bennett may be quiet and independent in some ways, he forms deep and meaningful bonds with his people. He loves being near you and will gently follow from room to room, always wanting to be close without being demanding. His presence is steady, calming, and incredibly comforting—the kind of quiet companionship that brings a sense of peace to a home. Bennett doesn’t ask for much, but he gives so much in return. With patience and understanding, he will continue to blossom into a devoted, loyal companion. His gentle spirit and peaceful nature make him a truly special dog, ready to find someone who will appreciate him for exactly who he is. Name: Bennett ID # PDR1510 Age: 6yrs Gender: male Neutered: yes UTD vaccines: yes Breed: Rough Coat Collie Colours: sable Coat length: long House trained: yes Special needs: no OK with kids: teens OK with cats: yes Ok with dogs: yes Status: adoptable Microchip: yes Size: large Location: Ingersoll Adoption fee: $700

🌟 Meet Noir — The Sweet Soul Who’s Learning She’s Safe Noir’s life could have ended before it ever truly began. She was rescued just moments before she wandered onto a high speed highway—frightened, trembling, and trying to make sense of a world that had not been kind to her. After she was brought to safety, we searched and waited, hoping someone would come for her—hoping she was missed. But no one ever did. For a while, it felt like Noir had been invisible. Not anymore. Because the most beautiful part of Noir’s story is what’s happening now: she’s beginning to bloom. With gentle support and time, Noir has started to transform in the quiet, powerful way that only truly resilient dogs can. She’s learning that hands can be kind. That rest can be peaceful. That she doesn’t have to run anymore. She’s learning—slowly but surely—that she is safe, that she matters, and that she is not alone. Noir is incredibly gentle and sensitive, the kind of dog who doesn’t demand the spotlight but will absolutely shine once she knows her heart is protected. She’s a “diamond in the rough” in the truest sense—soft, tender, and full of quiet potential, just waiting for the right person to help her confidence grow. 💛 The Home Noir Dreams Of Noir doesn’t need a perfect home—she needs a patient one. A calm space, a steady routine, and a person who understands that trust is a journey, not a race. She’s looking for someone who will celebrate the small victories: the first relaxed sigh, the first tail wag, the first time she chooses to come closer on her own. If you’ve ever wanted to be the reason a dog learns what love feels like, Noir may be the one. Because sometimes, all it takes is one person to change a life forever—and Noir is ready to believe that her person is out there. 🐾 About Noir Noir is between 1 – 2 years old and weighs about 45 pounds. She is health, vaccinated, and spayed. She is good with other dogs, children and leaves cats in her foster home along. Next steps: Email our rescue to learn more about Noir and our foster to adopt program. Our email is c4ptoronto@gmail.com

Marco is a purebred, Australian cattle dog a.k.a. blue heeler. He was born with a bilateral cleft lip. This birth defect does not stop him from doing anything. A normal dog would do. He eats just like a normal dog would eat. You just have to brush his teeth a little more often in that area to get the food out and check for grass or sticks that may get stuck in there. Please note this is not the same thing as a cleft palette. This is just a cleft lip and he can eat any type of food completely fine. Marco may look a bit different but he is a gorgeous boy. Marco is currently 5-8 months old 17 pounds. Male Heelers are typically 40-50 pounds fully grown. He is very timid and shy and under socialized but a gentle, nervous boy who has a huge heart and a beautiful soul. He does nervous pee so we are working on this and I do not think this will be forever I think once he gain some confidence, he will be perfectly fine. He gets very nervous with new people, dogs, and places. He needs a committed adopter willing to socialize him, be patient, loving , kind, and start on some basic puppy 101 training when he is ready. He is a nervous nelly but has the absolute sweetest soul. Please give him a chance !!

I really need a family with another dog (or can be only dog) and a securely fenced yard. Great with dogs, cats and kids. You can contact us directly at Kzyrnr17@yahoo.com or info@dogdiggityrescue.com, or fill out an application at either https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/HTX/Dog I need an active Austrialian Cattle Dog mix family home. Eddy (female) is a 6 mos old 41 lb active Austrialian Cattle Dog/Shepher mix (we think) I am a semi energetic happy gal that LOVES my people unconditionally. I like daily walks, car rides, toys, dog beds and hanging out with my humans. I am house trained and crate trained. I will require daily walks and some dog training. No children under 6 yrs of age. I am NOT an apartment or condo dog. I am a family pet! This is a courtesy post for Helotes Humane Society You can contact us directly at Kzyrnr17@yahoo.com or info@dogdiggityrescue.com, or fill out and application at either https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/HTX/Exotic/Other All adopted pups and dogs are transported to WA/OR families when fully vetted, spayed/neutered and microchipped.For information on how to adopt me, please contact my foster parents at info@dogdiggityrescue.com. L&S Dog Diggity Rescue is headquartered in San Antonio, Texas, where there are over 350,000 homeless pets. We save homeless and abandoned dogs and find them loving forever homes in other areas, where pet homelessness is not epidemic. All of our pets are located here, in San Antonio, and we partner with rescues to provide transportation for our pets to their new homes. Our adoption fee includes vet care (vaccinations, spay/neuter, microchipping, etc), as well as transportation and health certificate. Please contact us to ask about our adoption process and our adoption fees.

Happy weet and loving Semi Energetic Australian Cattle Dog mix looking for a nice family to be doted on! Please contact us to submit an application directly at Kzyrnr17@yahoo.com or info@dogdiggityrescue.com or https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/HTX/Dog Ally is 7 mos old 37 lb Australian Cattle Dog mix. She is looking for a semi active kind family with a securely fenced yard. She will enjoy having another dog companion, or cats or be the only pet to be doted on in the home. She will be fine with kind children over age of 9 yrs old. She is very affectionate, loves dog beds, toys, walks and treats. She is crate trained and knows commands sit and come. Great companion for someone looking for loving companion.. L & S Dog Diggity Rescue is headquartered in San Antonio, Texas, where there are over 800,000 homeless pets. We save homeless and abandoned dogs and find them loving forever homes in other areas, where pet homelessness is not epidemic. All of our pets are located here, in San Antonio, and we partner with rescues to provide transportation for our pets to their new homes. Our adoption fee includes vet care (vaccinations, spay/neuter, microchipping, etc), as well as transportation and health certificate. Please contact us to ask about our adoption process and our adoption fees.