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Puppies and dogs in Ontario

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Ontario. To learn more about each adoptable dog, click on the "i" icon for fast facts, or their photo or name for full details.
We'll also keep you updated on SUNI's adoption status with email updates.
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SUNI

Jindo/Golden Retriever

Male, 9 mos
Toronto, ON
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats,
Story
🐾✨ Meet Suni — A Loving, Playful Boy Waiting for His Forever Family! ✨🐾 📌 Basic Information 🐶 Name: Suni 🎂 Age: 8 months ♂️ Gender: Male ⚖️ Weight: 33LB 🐕 Breed: Jindo + Retriever Mix 🤍 Color: Ivory 📍 Location: Korea 🇰🇷 💛 Personality Suni is a friendly, cheerful puppy who truly loves people. He happily approaches everyone and gets along very well with children. 🧡 He is affectionate, social, and enjoys being part of family activities. 🐶 Socialization with Other Animals 🐾 Dogs: Suni gets along well with other dogs. Because he has a lot of energy, a playful dog friend would be an especially great match for him. 🐱 Cats: He doesn’t show major issues with cats, but a home with cats is not recommended. 🚽 Habits & Training ✔ Fully potty trained indoors and outdoors ✔ Crate training completed ✔ Walks well with a leash and harness (slight pulling) ✔ Calm and well-behaved in the car ✔ Enjoys being held and petted ✔ Excellent appetite (currently practicing eating meals in his crate to prevent food guarding) 🐾 Energy level: High 🏡 Ideal Home 🌳 A yard would be nice but is not required; due to his high energy, having one would be beneficial 🐶 Can live with or without another dog, but a dog with a similar energy level would be ideal 🏢 Apartment living is possible 💕 A loving family ready to care for an active, playful, and affectionate young dog 📖 Rescue Story Suni was rescued from the Pyeongtaek City Shelter just before euthanasia. Despite such a difficult beginning, Suni has grown into a happy, trusting, and people-loving boy. Please give this miracle pup a lifetime filled with love and warmth 💛 🩵 Final Message Suni is a bright, energetic, and lovable dog who will fill your life with laughter and affection. 🌈🐾 Will you be the forever family Suni has been waiting for? 💙
We'll also keep you updated on WILEY's adoption status with email updates.
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WILEY

Jindo/Shiba Inu

Male, 3 yrs
Toronto, ON
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs,
Story
🐾 Meet Wiley 🐾 In seattle. 📌 Basic Profile 🐶 Name: Wiley 🐕 Breed: Jindo mix 🎂 Age: 3 years ⚖️ Weight: 23.6 kg (52 lb) 🚹 Gender: Male (neutered) 🎨 Color: Cream beige --- 💛 Personality & Charm Wiley is a smart and charming boy who truly enjoys learning. Training keeps him happy and mentally engaged, and he quickly picks up new skills. He already knows many commands such as sit, stay, come, lie down, quiet, and shake, and he’s always eager to learn more. Because of his past, Wiley needs time to build trust. Once he feels safe, he forms a deep bond and shows affection in his own gentle way. He is soft in play and has a goofy personality that often makes his people laugh. Wiley is happiest outdoors — especially if he has space to run or wildlife to observe. He could spend hours quietly watching squirrels and birds. He’s curious, intelligent, and content with a routine-filled life that includes outdoor time and peaceful surroundings. He is cautious with new people at first, but once he warms up, he becomes affectionate with both men and women. He takes treats gently and is very sensitive to human emotions. If someone close to him feels upset, he will wag his tail and try to comfort them. --- 🩺 Health & Care Wiley is in excellent health and fully up to date on vaccinations. Takes a monthly oral flea and tick preventative (he is uncomfortable with topical applications). Occasionally may vomit if his stomach is empty too long, so he receives a small snack after waking and before bedtime. Maintains dental health with special treats, toys, and food. Uses a scratch board for nail care when given the command “paw” — he has not needed traditional nail trimming in over two years. Naturally clean and keeps his coat tidy on his own. He has never required a bath. Still building comfort with brushing and ear cleaning, but has made great progress through cooperative care training. --- 🐾 Compatibility 👶 Children: Best suited for a home without young children. While he enjoys affection, if he does not want interaction at a certain moment, he may respond by snapping. 🐶 Other Dogs: Does well with calm, respectful dogs. Not comfortable with overly energetic or pushy dogs. Should be fed separately due to resource guarding with food and treats. 🐱 Cats: Not recommended due to high prey drive. --- 🎓 Training & Behavior ✔️ Potty Training: Fully trained — no accidents in over two years. ✔️ Crate Training: Not crate trained; prefers open areas. No separation anxiety and can stay home alone for hours calmly. ✔️ Car Rides: Calm and improving. Previously had motion sickness as a puppy; still takes preventive meclizine for long trips. ✔️ Leash Walking: Calm and non-reactive toward people and dogs. May become excited when spotting squirrels or cats, so a firm grip is helpful. ✔️ Barking: Rarely barks; usually only to alert. ✔️ Energy Level: Medium — enjoys two walks daily and plenty of nap time. ✔️ Destructive Behavior: None. --- 🏡 Ideal Home Wiley would thrive in a peaceful, patient household with people who understand and respect his independent nature. A secure yard or safe outdoor space where he can explore and watch wildlife would make him happiest. To the right family, Wiley will offer deep loyalty, intelligence, and quiet companionship. 🐾💛
We'll also keep you updated on Mickey's adoption status with email updates.
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Mickey

Hound (Unknown Type)/Beagle

Male, 1 yr
Toronto, ON
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained,
Story
Meet Mickey 💫 being fostered in the Montreal area Mickey is a 1-year-old, 15 lb sweetheart with a story of pure resilience. He was hit by a car in Mexico and walked around with a broken leg for months. Sadly, it healed incorrectly, and amputation was the only option — but don’t let that fool you. Mickey doesn’t know he’s any different. He loves people and happily makes himself the center of attention wherever he goes. Snuggles are his love language, and he’ll soak up every bit of affection you’re willing to give. Mickey walks well on leash, gets along great with other dogs, and is happy, healthy, and truly ready for his forever home. He’s still working on his house training, but he’s eager to please and catching on quickly. 🐾 Good with dogs 🐾 Loves people & cuddles 🐾 Great on leash 🐾 Happy, healthy, tripod pup 🐾 Cat compatibility unknown Mickey has been through so much — now all he needs is a family to show him the love he’s always deserved. If you're interested in this cutie. Please fill out an adoption application.
We'll also keep you updated on Petra's adoption status with email updates.
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Petra

Cane Corso/Labrador Retriever

Female, Puppy
Greater Napanee, ON
Size
(when grown) -
Details
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Story
Hi! I'm Petra, a bundle of joy wrapped in wagging tails and playful barks. Every day, I fill the Lennox & Addington Animal Centre with laughter and love, making friends with everyone I meet. I adore playing fetch and have a knack for learning new tricks quickly. I dream of a home where I can share endless games and cuddles. If you're looking for a loyal friend to bring energy and happiness to your life, I'm your pup! Because of my overeagerness and energy I would do better in a home with older children until I learn some manners. Primary Color: Black Secondary Color: White Weight: 11 Age: 0yrs 4mths 0wks
We'll also keep you updated on Meadow's adoption status with email updates.
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Meadow

German Shepherd Dog

Female, Young
Stouffville, ON
Size
(when grown) -
Details
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Story
Meadow is a very sweet gentle girl but can be very shy in the beginning. She does have anxiety and reactivity towards some men but with medication, training and time this can be worked on. Meadow is looking for a quiet home with no kids where she can settle in and learn to trust. Meadow has recently had surgery due to a broken hip when she came to us, but it is healing very well. She will need someone that is comfortable doing physio exercises with her which she accepts very well. We will provide you with all the resources you need and follow up appointments can be made through your vet. Meadow is a great dog that had a rough start, but we are working on her trust every day. If you think Meadow is your girl and are willing to have some patience with her then please come in any time between 11am & 5:30pm to meet her. Primary Color: Black Secondary Color: Tan Weight: 17.1 Age: 0yrs 11mths 1wks
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CASPIN

Cane Corso/German Shepherd Dog

Male, 3 yrs
London, ON
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
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Shelters & rescues in Ontario

There are animal shelters and rescues that focus specifically on finding great homes for dogs in Ontario. Browse these rescues and shelters below.

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DIBS Rescue - Brantford

Brantford, ON N3P 1T3

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Love on Four Paws

627 Park Road North, Brantford, ON N3T 5L8

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Pound Dog Rescue

P.O. Box 261, Drumbo, ON N0J 1G0

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Rescue Dogs Match

6-425 Hespeler Rd, #375, Cambridge, ON N1R 8J6

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Cambridge & District Humane Society

1650 Dunbar Road, Cambridge, ON N1R 8J5

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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Halfway Home K9 Rescue - Cambridge

Cambridge, ON N1R 6Z5

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Grand River All Breed Rescue

PO Box 32116, Preston Postal Outlet, Cambridge, ON N3H 5M2

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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Danes in Distress

1309 Michael Crescent, Cambridge, ON N3H 2R1

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PVCA Cambridge Ontario

Cambridge, ON N3H 1W1

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Canadian Royal Potcake Rescue

cambridge, ON N3C 0C8

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