Dutch Shepherd puppies and dogs in Toronto, Ontario

Name: Rex Breed: Dutch Shepherd x Malinois (as per previous owner) DOB/Sex: Jan 4, 2024/M Known Health Issues: None at this time. Good With: Currently Rex is best suited for an only pet home. Please see bio. ADULT ONLY HOME. NO DOG PARKS. *Bite History* *AVAILABLE AS FOSTER TO ADOPT* Rex is a fun loving, goofy, giant ball of energy with a lot of opinions. He has been through a lot in his young life, and is ready to take a well structured path forward. Rex arrived in rescue explosive, unsure, and used to throwing his weight around. He is a big, tall boy, currently about 83lbs, and an absolute bulldozer. He had no respect for leash pressure, and was very disconnected from his handler. Since arriving he has made fantastic strides. His personality has really started to come through, and he is enjoying trying new things, and his confidence grows with each outting. He is very much a work in progress, but I feel it would be beneficial to him, and his future home, to start working together now, to hopefully have a smoother transition when he is 100% ready. Rex is currently not other animal safe. I have seen hints which suggest to me that he may be able to co-exist with another dog in the home at some point, but it will be a VERY long intro process. He is very reactive to all other animals. He is just now neutral with the dogs here at the rescue. It has taken many months to get to this point. Unfamiliar dogs elicit an explosive response. I will not place him with prey or livestock animals in the home. He unfortunately suffered many dog attacks as a puppy, which has led to this reactive stance. It is a work in progress, but he has made great improvements. Rex has come a long way with his people reactivity. He prefers women to men, but there are men he likes. He has had many boundaries crossed again as a young pup, and unfortunately was forced to make poor choices when his needs weren't acknowledged. I'm happy to discuss his bite history with any approved applicants, and do not believe any of the situations reflect on him as a whole. I will not spend time discussing him with tire kickers, so unless I have an application in hand, questions will not be answered. If you are serious about working with a dog like Rex, please fill out the application, and make sure your answers are comprehensive. Rex is a powerhouse, and just starting to tap into his potential. He has plenty of energy, but does settle well with a good routine. He is excellent in his crate, and very clean. He is medium drive, with prey being the strongest. We are working on building good tug, and toy engagement. He loves his toys, but prefers to run away with them. He is learning they are more fun if you engage back with your handler. His food drive is moderate, and could definitely be built further. Rex requires an experienced, working/sport dog owner. He is a project dog, but with the potential to go far. Due to his insecurities he is not a bitework candidate. As his handler engagement builds, I can see him enjoying obedience or rally type activities. We have played around with disc rollers and he enjoys the chase. We have done one scent session at the time of this writing, with Vita K9, and plan to continue. And today, at the time of this writing, he has officially learned to swim, and shows the drive to become a great dock diving dog! He is a dog, that with proper guidance and handling, could enjoy many different activities. I will only place him with someone who is looking to continue to build him up, and expand his world. Rex has proven to be very easy to live with. He loves routine, and patterns quickly. He travels well, and will definitely let you know if anyone wakks too close to the car, lol. He leash walking is improving, but not great. He is starting to offer check ins. He needs work on new environments/activities and surfaces, but gets better and faster at acclimatizing with every outing. His body handling is improving significantly. Initially he was highly suspicious of any touch. He is now good with everything but his feet. He would get very mouthy/crocodile roll etc to avoid foot handling. This is improving with patterning and repetition. He loves to train, so that part makes it easy! He has had 2 successful vet trips for his initial wellness/vaccines/bloodwork, and then follow up boosters. We muzzled as a precaution, but he did very, very well. Understandably nervous/tense, but no attempts at bad choices. We did sedate at his second visit, but only so that I could do a proper, really good nail trim for him. I wanted to get his nails to a good starting place, since his feet are such a point of contention for him. He should not need to be sedated for general exams, and handling. I have seen no resource guarding or similar issues. Due to his bite history, no homes with persons under 18 will be considered. My ideal situation for him at this time, is an adopter that is willing to start working with him, with their trainer, but will take it in baby steps. I want to see a relationship built with him, before he moves out. I am considering him "foster to adopt" for this reason, though it is not quite the usual scenario. He needs a calm, confident handler, that will continue to guide him, and give him the chance to be the best version of him he can be. It is important that a solid relationship is there, before finalizing his adoption. I want to see him succeed, as well as his adopter. If you think you that you are the one for him, please complete an application here: https://form.jotform.com/233466598767073 ________________________________ Adoption through Inugoya includes: - the dog - All vaccinations & required boosters; DA2PPv, Bordetella, Lyme, Leptospirosis, and Rabies - 4DX Blood Test (Heartworm, Lyme Disease, Ehrlichia, Anaplasmosis) - Age appropriate wellness blood screen - Fecal test - Deworming & Flea/Tick/Heartworm prevention - Spay/Neuter - Microchip - Hip xray for all dogs that undergo anesthesia - All medical needs assessed and concluded. For those that have ongoing medical needs, all bloodwork and tests will be current, and a full refill supply of meds sent with the adopted pet. - Full 30/35lb bag of their current diet - Nylon Leash & Collar set - Training Collar - Biothane Leash, Collar, & Training Line set from MyLeash - Country Canine Treat Package All Adopters are required to attend formal obedience classes upon adoption. All Adopters are required to obtain, and maintain pet insurance for their newly adopted companion. Please email InugoyaAdoptions@outlook.com for an application to start the process. Thank you for considering adoption!

Danny, a 16 month old gentle giant with a loving heart, awaits a forever home that understands his delicate nature. In his past, trauma has left scars, but with the right environment, he can blossom into the affectionate companion he longs to be. A quiet home with a single female owner working from home, would provide Danny with the stability and comfort he needs. His present foster environment has an adult male and female. Danny is always connected to the female but bounces back and forth with the male. One day he is terrified and runs to his crate whenever the male arrives, and the next day he is licking his face and wanting scratches and loving. He is unsure of smaller humans and would be best suited in a home without children under 10-12 years old. Danny's emotional intelligence is extraordinary. He is incredibly perceptive of human emotions and can sense when someone is feeling down or anxious. This empathy makes him an exceptional companion, offering comfort and support through his gentle presence.Danny is well-trained and knows various commands and tricks having completed beginner and intermediate training. He walks well on a leash, listening attentively to his human's instructions. However, his recall is still a work in progress, though he is a quick learner and eager to please.Despite his impressive size, Danny is surprisingly playful and energetic. He loves to run and can spend hours chasing after a ball or engaging in friendly games with his foster brother. However, he is still unsure about his dog beds, having gone through several before finding a few that he feels comfortable with.Danny's love for toys is undeniable, but his black Kong is his absolute favorite. It's the only toy that can withstand his chewing prowess. While he can be cautious and nervous around men, Danny is gradually socializing well with his neighbors and friends. He is believed to be a mix of Shepherd and either Boxer or Belgian Malinois (based on his colouring), a combination that results in a large and loving dog.Danny's safe spot is his crate, and he needs unrestricted access to it at all times. He enjoys car rides, couches and beds but we are unsure if he was ever allowed on them in the past. His passive and chill demeanor makes him a delightful companion, but patience is essential as he gets to know his new surroundings and people.In the past, Danny struggled with anxiety peeing and separation anxiety. He was successful in breaking out of standard wire crates (through brute force). Once he got an escape proof crate, he seemed to have given up on his escape attempts and is quite content hanging out in his safe space While he has made significant progress, there may be days when he reverts to these behaviors. It's important to remember that he would thrive best in a larger area with a fenced-in yard and daily walks to provide him with the mental and physical stimulation he needs.Danny is neutered, up-to-date with all his shots, and on a particular supplement that his new family should continue with, as recommended by his veterinarian. He is a big love bug who enjoys fetching shoes and playing with his foster brother, though he is still learning to be mindful of his size around smaller dogs.Danny is a unique old soul who deserves a loving and patient family who will cherish him for the gentle giant he is. With the right environment and care, he will blossom into a loyal and devoted companion, filling their lives with endless love and joy.HIstory: Danny was part of the Dover Dozen, a group of 12 puppies dumped at the side of a road near Port Dover. He unfortunately spent the first 11 months of his life in a shelter. He has been fostered since March of 2024, with his foster brother Dexter (who is also available for adoption). The two of them together provide endless hours of laughter and entertainment and a dual adoption would certainly be an option. Name: DannyBreed: Sherperd mix, maybe boxer or black mouth cur?Weight: ~70 PoundsGender/Status: Male, NeuteredColour: Tan with som black and whiteMedical (past & present): Healthy, UTDGood with adults: YesGood with kids: yes, ages 10 and upGood with dogs: Yes, with slow introductionsGood with cats: NoHousebroken: Yes but sometimes has acccidents when he's stressedCrate trained: YesCrate aggressive: NoFood aggressive: NoLeash trained: Working on it! Energy level: Medium to highSuitable for an apartment: MaybeCan be handled: YesBarker: No

"ZORBA" is a German shepherd mix, about 3,5 years old and weighs aprox. 30 kg. or 66 lbs. A while ago, one of our team members needed to pull off the road to take a call from Anastasia. As luck would have it, while parked, she noticed this tiny ball of fur, curled up and shivering close to the car. He was only 65 days old, a tiny, wet and scared pup who could barely walk. After making sure that there were no siblings around, she took him to our vet and then to our sanctuary. We have been looking after him since that day. Now, he’s been fully vetted and vaccinated, micro-chipped, and neutered. We have also worked daily to fully leash train and housebreak him. "ZORBA" is a bit hesitant when meeting new people but he loosens up quickly. Once he’s gained your trust, he turns into this incredibly kind, sweet, very kissy, adorable bear. SPFG volunteers call him "BACLAVA" because he has so much sugar! He is the kind of dog that will restore your good spirits on a miserable day. He is also playful with other animals and all of his doggie friends, from the tiniest to the largest. All the pups at our sanctuary adore handsome “ZORBA”. He would make an excellent companion for any family. If interested in adopting our affectionate "ZORBA", please visit our website to fill out an application at: www.straypawsfromgreece.com