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Puppies and dogs in High River, Alberta

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in High River, Alberta. To learn more about each adoptable dog, click on the "i" icon for fast facts, or their photo or name for full details.
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Charlie

Husky Labrador Retriever

Male, 1 yr 1 mo
Calgary, AB
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(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
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Meet Charlie, the soccer superstar! A playful and energetic boy, Charlie is always eager for playtime! His ball handling skills are super, matched only by his friendly personality and excitement to meet new people! Charlie has previously lived with a toddler and a cat, but he`s still learning about polite greetings and basic manners, so he`ll do best in homes where everyone - human and furry friends - is confident around large dogs. If you have an active home that can help Charlie learn to be his best self (and you like playing soccer) then Charlie can`t wait to meet you!A bit about Charlie:- has lived with small child; history of interactions unknown; all interactions should be supervised- has lived with cat; history of interactions unknown; slow, supervised introductions required- unknown history with dogs; okay pending successful introduction
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Achilles

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 3 yrs 2 mos
Calgary, AB
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
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Meet Achilles, a resilient young boy whose name couldn`t suit him better.Achilles came to us as a stray with a serious injury to his leg that required multiple surgeries. Thanks to lots of care and determination, he`s made an incredible recovery and is now well on his way to enjoying life again. His foot continues to heal beautifully, and he`s ready to start the next chapter of his journey.Despite everything he`s been through, Achilles hasn`t lost his love for people. He greets familiar faces with enthusiasm, happily accepts treats, and loves leaning in for cuddles and affection. He`s a sweet, social boy who forms connections quickly and enjoys spending time with his people.Like many dogs, Achilles finds the shelter environment overwhelming at times. As his excitement builds, he can become bouncy and forget his manners. Once he`s out of the kennel and has a chance to decompress, he settles well and enjoys exploring the world around him.A little bit about Achilles:Kids: Unknown history with children. Cats/Small Animals: Unknown history with cats or small animals. Dogs: Unknown history with other dogs. A calm, respectful, low-energy dog is recommended due to Achilles` ongoing recovery. Potential to live with another dog pending a successful dog-to-dog introduction.
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Cutie

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 1 yr 2 mos
Calgary, AB
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
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**Cutie is a Patient Paw, please ask about their reduced adoption fee and the possibility of a sleepover!**Cutie is available through our `Adopt From a Foster Home` program. If you are interested in scheduling a meeting, please fill out the request form here: Adopt From Foster Form. Please do not make an appointment through our online booking calendar, as she is not available to meet on site.Introducing this cutie patootie! As she searches for her forever home, Cutie is discovering that life is pretty wonderful! After a rough start, she was very scared in the shelter, but she`s doing amazing in her foster home and learning that the world isn`t so scary after all. She`s making great progress with basic skills like house training and leash walking, and with a little patience and encouragement, she`ll continue building her confidence.This sweet girl loves being close to her people and has an adorable habit of plopping her paws on your lap for kisses. She`s also a huge fan of toys with an impressive talent for removing stuffed animals` limbs! Don`t worry, she won`t ingest anything, she was probably just a surgeon in her past life. And don`t even think about sleeping through breakfast! Cutie wholeheartedly believes it`s the best meal of the day.She`s respectful with her foster family`s resident dog, and would likely enjoy a calm, confident canine companion in her next home. She adores her human foster siblings as well, so she gives kids a thumbs up. We`re not sure how she`d do with cats, but her gentle personality suggests that they may be alright after slow introductions. Cutie is ready to find a loving family to help her keep learning how to `dog` and celebrate every milestone together, so why don`t you fill out that AFF form today?A little bit about Cutie:- good with kids, supervised interactions still required- unknown with cats, slow intros required- lives with a dog in foster, open pending successful intros
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Mable

Chihuahua

Female, 16 yrs 11 mos
Calgary, AB
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
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Mable is available through our `Adopt From a Foster Home` program. If you are interested in scheduling a meeting, please fill out the request form here: Adopt From Foster Form. Please do not make an appointment through our online booking calendar, as she is not available to meet on site.Don`t let her tiny size fool you – Mable has a big personality! This sweet 16-year-old Chihuahua is looking for a special someone who understands that trust is earned. Once you`re part of her inner circle, you`ll discover an incredibly loyal, affectionate little companion who wants nothing more than to be by your side. Whether she`s curled up beside you on the couch, supervising your day from a cozy blanket, or joining you for a leisurely stroll, Mable is happiest with her favourite people close by.Like many little dogs, Mable can be wary of strangers. She takes time to warm up to new people and may bark or act defensively when she feels uncertain. Mable is also deaf, so she relies on visual cues, routine, and gentle touch to let her know you`re there. She has adapted beautifully, but she appreciates people approaching thoughtfully and giving her time to feel comfortable. Her ideal adopter will be patient, respect her boundaries, and allow her to build trust at her own pace. Because of this, Mable is looking for an adult-only home with few visitors and a calm, predictable environment. Mable also finds seeing other people and dogs while on leash overwhelming and can be reactive during walks. She enjoys getting outside but will do best with an adopter who can confidently manage her in low-traffic areas and help set her up for success. Despite this, she has been introduced to other small, calm dogs before and has done well with them! Cats are a no for her, though.As a senior girl, Mable has some age-related medical needs, including ongoing twice daily medication to help manage a collapsing trachea. This condition will require regular veterinary care and oversight to watch for progression of this chronic condition. She still has plenty of pep for neighbourhood strolls, loves curling up under blankets, and has perfected the art of being an adorable little shadow.If you`re looking for a devoted companion and are willing to earn the trust of a truly special little dog, Mable will reward your patience with unwavering loyalty and unconditional love!Mable is:- no kids, needs an experienced adult-only home- no cats in home- o
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Romeo

St. Bernard

Male, 3 yrs 3 mos
Calgary, AB
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
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**ROMEO is a Patient Paw, please ask about their reduced adoption fee and the possibility of a sleepover!**Romeo is available through our `Adopt From a Foster Home` program. If you are interested in scheduling a meeting, please fill out the request form here: Adopt From Foster Form. Please do not make an appointment through our online booking calendar, as he is not available to meet on site.Looking for a gentle giant with enough fluff to keep you warm and cozy? Meet heartthrob Romeo! This sweet, social boy is full of affection and fun and loves doing anything with his people. He is described as `100% snuggle bunny` and follows his current foster parent everywhere. He`s comfortable having his ears, legs and toes touched, and enjoys his brushing sessions (which are very much a necessity!). Romeo is also incredibly smart and whatever commands he doesn`t already know he picks up on with ease. As a large dog, Romeo is quite strong, and when combined with his reactivity to other dogs and some people on leash, this might be hard to manage. He is working very hard on keeping calm and has made progress in foster by avoiding his triggers. We are not sure how he would do with another dog due to his leash reactivity, but he has never been in an altercation and has been okay with sniffing the neighbour`s dog through the fence, so there is potential! Due to his high prey drive, though, cats and other small animals are definitely a no-go. Romeo has lived with kids, but would prefer older kids who can respect his space.If sharing your personal space with a soft cloud sounds like a dream come true, Romeo could be your pup! Just be prepared to have fluffy remnants floating around your home...Romeo is:- unknown with kids, older kids recommended (12+)- no cats or small animals - reactive to dogs on leash, potential for other dog pending successful intro
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Milo

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 9 mos
Calgary, AB
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
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Milo is a friendly, fun-loving boy who is always ready to GO, GO, GO! This playful adolescent has lots of energy to spare and absolutely loves large spaces and private parks where he can zoom, explore, and let loose to his heart’s content. He’s social with people, and is never afraid to let you know exactly what he`s thinking or what opinions he must express!Like many adolescent pups, Milo is still figuring out his manners and learning just how big he`s getting. He’ll need a patient, ideally experienced family who can help him become the best version of himself through consistent, positive reinforcement training. Older children or adults would be the best fit while he works on his boundaries and doggie manners. He is also working on loose-leash walking and redirecting from his triggers, so strong arms are a must!Milo has shown quite strong reactivity toward dogs in the shelter, though he has never lived with another dog, so his potential for a canine friend is unknown. His history with cats is also unknown, but a dog-savvy cat may be the best match due to his arousal. If you’re looking for an active, enthusiastic companion with tons of personality, Milo may be your guy!Milo is:- unknown with kids, older recommended due to arousal- unknown with cats, slow intros required- unknown with dogs, has displayed dog reactivity in shelter, intros at shelter required

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Heaven Can Wait Animal Rescue Foundation

Box 6131, High River, AB T1V 1P7

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Pound Rescue

Box 73 RR 2 Site 2, Okotoks, AB T1S 1A2

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CB Rescue Calgary

1310 New Brighton Park SE, Calgary, AB T2Z 0Y2

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Calgary Humane Society

4455 - 110 Ave. SE, Calgary, AB T2C 2T7

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PVCA Calgary Alberta

Calgary, AB T2H 2H8

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Dream Tails Rescue-Calgary Transport

Calgary, AB T2G 2G8

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The City of Calgary Animal & Bylaw Services

2201 Portland Street SE, Calgary, AB T2G 4M7

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Megan's Rescue Efforts Society

Calgary, AB T2B 2T4

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DINO Rescue

Calgary, AB T2S 3B8

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Boston Terrier Rescue Canada Alberta

Calgary, AB T2A 5A6

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