Puppies and dogs in Stratford, Ontario

Meet Huxley! Huxley is a fun-loving, smart, and adventurous dog who’s always ready to make the most out of every day. He loves his toys and never turns down a chance to play, whether that means a game of fetch, exploring new places, or romping around the yard. Just as much as he enjoys activity, Huxley truly loves people and thrives on spending time with his humans.With his bright personality and eager mind, Huxley is a joy to be around and would make a wonderful companion for an adopter looking for an engaged, affectionate, and playful friend. Huxley is ready to bring fun, love, and adventure to his forever home.IN-SHELTER NOTES & IDEAL HOMESIZE:68 lbs.HOME TYPE:House. No shared walls as Huxley can be vocalCHILDREN:Large dog experienceCATS & SMALL ANIMALS:No - Huxley has shown a prey driveOTHER DOGS:Yes - Potentially compatible with proper introductionsACTIVITY/ENERGY LEVEL:High; will need a lot of daily exercise, enrichment and mental stimulation.HUMAN COMPATIBILTY:Huxley`s new family should be experienced with dogs of high energy and needs.TRAINING REQUIREMENTS/NEEDS:At least two in-person training sessions to work on socialization and prey driveHUMAN SOCIAL IN SHELTER:Very human socialFAVOURITE THINGS:Loves toys and loves to run!**For more information on any behaviours stated above, please check out our behaviour fact sheet: https://kwsphumane.ca/BehavioursandDefinitions**Please remember that animals are coming back from foster care to the centres for their meet and greets. They will be experiencing a new environment and meeting new people, which means they may not exhibit the same behaviours they did in their foster videos or while in foster care.If you are viewing this through 24PetConnect by PetPlace or Adopt-A-Pet, please visit our website https://kwsphumane.ca/adopt/process to submit an application. Any applications submitted outside of www.kwsphumane.ca may not be received.

Meet Oscar!Oscar is a young, high-energy pup with a big personality and an even bigger heart. True to his breed, he’s smart, active, and always ready for something to do. Whether it’s long walks, playing fetch, learning new tricks, or exploring the outdoors, Oscar thrives when his mind and body are kept busy.Oscar is a friendly, affectionate boy who enjoys being around his people. He can be a little shy around men at first and may take a bit of time to feel fully comfortable — but with patience and gentle reassurance, he warms up beautifully and forms strong, loyal bonds.He would do best with an active home that understands the needs of a herding breed and is excited to provide structure, enrichment, and plenty of exercise. In return, Oscar will give you endless devotion, enthusiasm, and plenty of tail wags.If you’re looking for a smart, energetic companion who will be your adventure partner and your biggest fan, Oscar is ready to meet you!IN-SHELTER NOTES & IDEAL HOMESIZE:38 lbs.HOME TYPE:Any.CHILDREN:Yes- Older, dog savvy childrenCATS & SMALL ANIMALS:No - Due to herding instinctsOTHER DOGS:Yes- Dogs potentially compatible.ACTIVITY/ENERGY LEVEL:High; will need a lot of daily exercise, enrichment and mental stimulation.HUMAN COMPATIBILTY:His new family ideally should have knowledge or have done research into herding type breedsTRAINING REQUIREMENTS/NEEDS:At least three in-person training sessions to work on socialization, basic training, and manners**For more information on any behaviours stated above, please check out our behaviour fact sheet: https://kwsphumane.ca/BehavioursandDefinitions**Please remember that animals are coming back from foster care to the centres for their meet and greets. They will be experiencing a new environment and meeting new people, which means they may not exhibit the same behaviours they did in their foster videos or while in foster care.If you are viewing this through 24PetConnect by PetPlace or Adopt-A-Pet, please visit our website https://kwsphumane.ca/adopt/process to submit an application. Any applications submitted outside of www.kwsphumane.ca may not be received.

Meet Cody!Cody is a total people-dog who loves being part of the action. He’s incredibly social once he feels comfortable and thrives on human connection—snuggles, gentle attention, and hanging out with his favorite people are his love language.New environments and unfamiliar faces can make Cody a little nervous at first, so he’ll do best with someone who understands that confidence comes with time and patience. Give him a chance to settle in, and you’ll see his sweet personality shine. Once he trusts you, he’s affectionate, cuddly, and eager to be your loyal sidekick.Cody is the kind of dog who bonds deeply and wants to be close to his person. If you’re looking for a loving companion who will reward your patience with endless affection and heart-melting cuddles, Cody might just be your perfect match.***Cody has a discounted adoption fee to help them find their forever home! Please note that all applicants must still follow our standard adoption process and meet this pet`s specific requirements in order to be approved for adoption***IN-SHELTER NOTES & IDEAL HOMESIZE:66 lbs.HOME TYPE:House or Townhouse. No apartments as Cody can be nervous and timid in new environments. He can also be vocal.CHILDREN:12+ with large dog experience CATS & SMALL ANIMALS:No OTHER DOGS:Yes - potentially compatible with slow proper introduction.ACTIVITY/ENERGY LEVEL:High; will need a lot of daily exercise, enrichment and mental stimulation.HUMAN COMPATIBILTY:Experienced dog owners. His new family must also be willing to commit to potentially multiple meets prior to adoption.TRAINING REQUIREMENTS/NEEDS:At least three in-person training sessions to work on socialization and confidence buildingHUMAN SOCIAL IN SHELTER:Very human social once comfortable.FAVOURITE THINGS:Spending time with his human friends and exploring at his own pace.**For more information on any behaviours stated above, please check out our behaviour fact sheet: https://kwsphumane.ca/BehavioursandDefinitions**Please remember that animals are coming back from foster care to the centres for their meet and greets. They will be experiencing a new environment and meeting new people, which means they may not exhibit the same behaviours they did in their foster videos or while in foster care.If you are viewing this through 24PetConnect

Ranger is vocal and loves to tell you about his day and then tell you again! He loves to be pet and looks at a gate as a challenge, not a barrier. He can be stubborn and defiant, so a strong Alpha owner is needed or he will take control. He is a powerful puller on leash, so a harness is best. He likes car rides and is crate trained. He is looking for a forever home that has some experience with the food motivated lab and stubborn mastiff. Due to his size and strength, older children are best. He has a great smile, and will show all his teeth when he is happy or nervous. He is up to date with his vaccines, flea and tick treated, microchipped, Heartworm negative and is neutered. His adoption fee is $500. You must be 21 years old to adopt and provide vet and personal references. An application to adopt him can be found on our website www.oxfordcountyanimalrescue.com. Click on Adopt, then Dogs for Adoption and scroll to the bottom of the page. All applications are reviewed, and if we feel you might be a good fit for him, you will be contacted to arrange a home visit as well as for permission to speak with your vet. Repeated phone calls and emails with not advance your application. We are a volunteer, foster based rescue and there is no opportunity to meet him before an application has been approved. We thankyou for respecting these guidelines.

**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: Pipsqueak! 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/. Pipsqueak is a small male Yorkie, approximately 10 years old and weighing 10 pounds. He is white/grey in colouring and such a handsome little guy. He is blind and deaf but that doesn’t stop his determination to continue to live out his days as king of the house. Pipsqueak was found wandering the streets in Quebec, taken to a high kill shelter where staff there realized he still had a lot of life in him and reached out to Pound Dog Rescue. Pipsqueak came to his foster home quiet but determined and settled into the home very well. After a few episodes of doing his business in the house that first day there have been few accidents inside since. He is not able to ring the bell but he does know where the sliding glass door is to be let outside to do his business. He will pace back and forth in front of the door until he gets let outside. Having said that sometimes his foster mom hasn’t noticed his pacing in time and hence there has been a puddle of pee on the floor by the door. It’s not his fault as he was where he should be when he needed to go outside. Keeping Pipsqueak on a schedule with doing his business outside also helps to keep accidents to a minimum. Pipsqueak is a very independent and determined old man. His day consists of walking around the house, doing his business outside, eating and sleeping. He is a good eater, loves his food and treats and is always looking for more when he finishes his meals. He would do well in a quieter house where there isn’t a lot of activity happening around him. Because he is a quiet dog and likes to toddle all around when he’s awake it would be better if he lived with a single person or an older couple with no young children around all the time. When he’s done his toddling around he likes to plop down wherever he is and take an hour or two nap to rest before getting up again and walking around some more. Because he is blind he doesn’t like to play with toys, he is happiest when he can just walk around and explore his surroundings on his own, at his own pace. He does walk into walls occasionally but he quickly learns the lay of the house and knows where to go to get his food, where to go to so he can get outside do his business. He isn’t able to go up and down the stairs due to his blindness so he gets carried but he’s not real fond of that as he is a very independent little guy. He isn’t the greatest at walking on a leash mostly due to his blindness and his love of sniffing everything outside but he gets lots of exercise in the house as he loves to walk all around when he is awake. He could easily live in an apartment, condo, semi detached or single dwelling house. He doesn’t need a big yard to be happy, just enough space to do his business and walk around to get some exercise. Pipsqueak is a sweet old soul. He doesn’t ask for much but loves the attention when he gets it. His idea of cuddling is when his person gets on the floor, sits with him and scratches him behind his ears. He just melts into you and can’t get enough of it. He isn’t so big on cuddling on the couch, he’ll allow it for a little while and then suddenly he decides he’s had enough of that and tries to get off on his own so he can go back to walking around the house and exploring his surroundings on his own again. He’s a very independent little guy and that’s what his foster mom loves about him. He is deaf and during the day there is never any sound coming from him. At night though he does get vocal when he goes in his crate to sleep. He isn’t a fan of it and will make noise for several minutes before finally settling down to sleep. Sometimes he does wake up during the night wanting out but most times he goes back to sleep. He’s usually up between 5 and 6am to start his day all over. He is happiest when he’s able to walk around the house and explore at his own pace. He does go in the crate for car rides and does fairly well but sometimes gets a little anxious to be out of the crate before we get to our destination. He loves his treats and that helps a bit with his anxiety in the crate. Pipsqueak doesn’t need a whole lot of exercise (ie walking on a leash) as he walks a lot inside his foster’s house when he’s awake. His foster mother is home most days as she works part time. He is left out of the crate on the main floor when she needs to do errands or work during the day. He is such a good dog, not getting into anything or making any messes in the house when left alone for a few hours at a time. Pipsqueak lives with two cats. He is good with them, leaves them alone, doesn’t try to chase after them no interest in other animals. He is laid back and just so chill with his foster cat siblings, just ignores them. Pipsqueak would do well with no children or maybe older children in their teens who can respect his need to be independent and walk around the house at his own pace. Pipsqueak has learned to let his foster mom know when he has to do his business outside. He doesn’t get into things that are on the floor unless it’s crumbs of food that he happens to find with his good nose sniffing abilities. Communicating with Pipsqueak is through touching the top of his head to let him know he’s going to be picked up to be taken outside to do his business or carried upstairs to go to bed. His foster mom speaks to him all the time though forgetting that he can’t hear, his deafness and blindness doesn’t stop him from being the wonderful sweet dog that he is. Pipsqueak is up to date on all his vaccinations. He had his right eye removed due to the pressure and pain he was experiencing in it. He has no vision in his left eye as there is a cataract and glaucoma in it. He has no teeth and had two oral fistulas repaired but that hasn’t stopped him from being a good eater and enjoying his food and treats immensely. He’s been neutered and has recovered well from all his surgeries in the last couple of months. He isn’t on any medication on a regular basis. Pipsqueak also does well going to the vets and the groomers. They enjoy his temperament and have commented on what a sweet and well behaved dog he is. Pipsqueak, in a nutshell, is a special and wonderful old soul. His independent streak shows his resilience from living life as a breeding male dog to being discarded on the street; blind, deaf, with no teeth and in pain. He is such a sweetheart and would make a quiet and low maintenance pet for the right person. He is well loved and easy to have around. He needs a gentle hand to continue allowing him to live the life he deserves with all the love and respect that a senior dog should have. Name: Pipsqueak ID # PDR1440 Age: 10yrs Gender: male Neutered: yes UTD vaccines: yes Breed: Yorkshire Terrier Colours: black and red Coat length: med House trained: yes Special needs: yes, see bio OK with kids: no OK with cats: yes Ok with dogs: yes Status: adoptable Microchip: yes Size: small Location: Baden Adoption fee: $600

**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: Jenna! 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/. I am delighted to introduce Jenna an approximately 2 year old French Bulldog currently weighing 24 pounds, her ideal weight. She is a very sturdy muscular dog. Jenna came into our care underweight after being attacked by other mill dogs where she was being bred for profit. This was not her first attack. Jenna had previously lost an ear and has some old scars on her legs. Jenna also had an eye and ear infection which have been treated. She also required a tooth extraction. Understandably Jenna is unsure of other dogs, but more about that later in her bio. In a lifetime of owning my own dogs, working with rescues and currently fostering I have never met a dog who so loves all people—everyone she has met so far, whether it’s a stranger on our walks, a workman in my home or people visiting. Outdoors on our walks the only time she pulls is when she sees someone coming her way. She just wants to meet them and get petted. When guests come into our home after greeting them they are fair game for cuddling if they sit on the living room couch. Jenna will hop right up and snuggle into them. When I had friends over to play cards Jenna, after getting pets all around contentedly curled up under the card table and slept on our feet for 2 hours. She did a typical bulldog silent toot which if you know the breed is common. It was definitely a source of laughter and Jenna slept right through it. Bulldogs are known for their grunts, snorts and snores and the delightful smelly farts. Never having had a Frenchie before it has been a source of learning and laughter for me. Jenna now sleeps 7- 8 hours through the night in her crate. Her soft snoring in the background lulls me to sleep. Jenna accepts her crate with a treat. However, she does cry for a few minutes before she settles. It took a few weeks for Jenna to be fully toilet trained. She drinks a lot during the day and should be given the opportunity to go outdoors every 3 hours to avoid an indoor accident. She does not alert when she has to go. When Jenna came to me a month ago we were in freezing temperatures and we were only able to go outdoors for 5 minutes maximum. Now the weather has improved Jenna goes for 3 or 4 walks a day. Her breed because of the flat nose only require short walks. We usually go for 10-15 minutes. She has become increasingly more confident walking outside and is choosing to venture a bit further from home. Jenna is a low to medium energy dog. She loves curling up on the couch or a comfy dog bed and napping. In her home environment where she feels safe Jenna has become a very confident girl who enjoys her morning and evening routines. When she comes out of her crate Jenna does a super long stretch to start her day. After our morning walk Jenna immediately hops on the couch and expects me to come and cuddle before getting breakfast ready. In the evening after our bedtime walk we do exactly the same and if I get distracted she just waits patiently until I join her. Recently Jenna has discovered the sheer joy of rolling herself silly on the couch and waiting for lots of belly rubs. She constantly makes me laugh with her antics. Jenna was easily able to climb a full set of outdoor stairs on a recent visit to a friend. She was a bit more hesitant going down but managed with a bit of encouragement. Jenna walks well on leash and as mentioned only pulls when she wishes to meet someone. She responds to the come and sit commands. Jenna travels quietly in my SUV in her travel crate. It was hilarious to watch Jenna try and solve treat puzzles. With her flat face she wasn’t able to get the treats but once she learned to use her paws she had no problem. Jenna uses the puzzles in a gentle manner and is extremely gentle when given a treat. She is a pure loveable delight. I have attempted to introduce toys but so far she has shown little interest. Jenna rarely barks but recently when she heard a doorbell on the tv she jumped up and barked once or twice and raced to the front door. If someone knocks on my front door she doesn’t bark but runs to the door to investigate. She is a highly curious dog who sniffs everything. At night if I’m watching tv in my recliner Jenna requests that I bring her up and then she organizes her body between my legs with her head at my feet and her butt facing me. That works so my arms are free to knit or read while she sleeps, only shifting positions occasionally. Jenna loves physical contact with me but when I can’t accommodate her she sleeps quietly on her bed beside me. Jenna usually finds a spot in the same room where I am working but she’s never underfoot. Lately she will curl up on the couch in the living room while I am elsewhere in the house. Recently Jenna decided to join me on my yoga mat rather than watching from her bed. She wasn’t happy about being sent off. She usually just watches from a distance when I do my exercise programme each morning. I believe the command “off” is the one I’ve had to use the most with Jenna. She needs to learn that she can’t go up on people to be petted although she does so very gently. When I take a bath it took 2 weeks of using the off command to keep Jenna from trying to join me in the tub. She can be persistent or determined when she wants something. She is now content to curl up on a nearby bathmat or my clothes if I left them on the floor and patiently waits until I’m done. Jenna is an absolute cuddle bunny and she hopes her new family enjoy snuggling with her. In her first week with me if Jenna saw another dog in the distance she would be terrified and cry and strain to get home and away from what she thought might be a threat to her. Her confidence on our outdoor walks has really improved. Recently Jenna saw some dogs on our walks. Jenna was eager to meet them at a 6 foot distance. She showed no fear just excitement. In each case Jenna did her snorts and gentle whines of excitement. Those noises were probably unusual for the other dogs and unfortunately some dogs reacted by growling at her so we immediately walked on. It is common for other dogs to misinterpret the noises of a Bulldog and not take to that well, so we keep our distance from dogs. Because of her past of being attacked by dogs in the puppy mill, Jenna would like a life without the stress of meeting other dogs. She is not comfortable around other dogs and we don’t want her to have to be reminded of that trauma over and over. She has lost an ear already, that is enough…we don’t want our sweet Jenna ever hurt again by a dog. When I took her to my friend’s home to introduce her to her very patient cat Jenna again showed her excitement and Tucker just lay quietly at a 3 foot distance and eventually Jenna quieted and relaxed. We distracted Jenna occasionally so she didn’t keep staring at the cat. Our visit lasted 2 hours and Jenna was relaxed when we left. Best for Jenna to not go to a home with a cat unless it is a very dog savvy cat who will ignore the dog and not run or otherwise excite the dog. Jenna is currently being fostered in a quiet rural community. The best placement for Jenna would be a quiet neighbourhood without a lot of dogs. Jenna needs to be the only dog in the house and no visiting dogs either. She would not do well in a busy city environment. She would do well in a rural area, small town, or quiet subdivision. Ideally if she had a fenced in backyard where in the nice weather she could sniff, explore and wander without encountering other dogs that would be great but it is not mandatory for her. Because Jenna craves affection, she will need a family who will not leave her alone for long periods of time. She would not like to be left alone for a full 8hr plus workday. Jenna has not been introduced to children but I feel she would be best in a home with adults or older children, over 8yrs, where it would be a calm environment for her. Adopters with previous French Bulldog or other Bulldog experience are preferred, as they are a special breed with specific needs to keep them happy and healthy. She will need to have her wrinkles cleaned on a regular basis as well as special attention to any potential allergies associated with food. She is doing well on the food she is on in our care, which is a top quality diet, and she should be kept on this. Frenchies are prone to environmental allergies and she may need allergy meds throughout her life, although so far she has been ok and showing no signs of having any allergies. Adopters should also regularly maintain her teeth through brushing and/or dental treats. Potential adopters should be aware of possible breed specific health issues and commit to any financial needs she may have in the future to maintain her health. This is a breed that comes with an assortment of potential medical issues and they are known as a high maintenance breed for upkeep and medical care. Her family needs to be fully aware of this and be financially able to care for anything that Jenna will need in her life. Frenchies are known for back issues so her adopters need to be prepared for this possibility and be fully aware of IVDD. With Frenchie’s that is a risk you take. Should this happen, she would require back surgery immediately to fix it. Her family needs to guard against this by not letting her become overweight, by keeping her lean and muscular, and by not letting her jump up on the couch or jump down from the couch, bed etc. When lifting her, support her entire back…just general things to keep her back safe. If you are that special person or family looking for an absolutely loveable snuggle bunny and are willing to put the time and effort into helping Jenna learn to meet other dogs in a positive manner please consider this adorable sweetheart as an addition to your life. You won’t be disappointed. Jenna has so much love to share. Name: Jenna ID # PDR1465 Age: 2yrs Gender: female Spayed: yes UTD vaccines: yes Breed: French Bulldog Colours: tan Coat length: short House trained: yes Special needs: no OK with kids: older OK with cats: dog savvy cats only Ok with dogs: no Status: adoptable Microchip: yes Size: small Location: Freelton Adoption fee: $800