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Donggu

German Shepherd Dog

Male, 4 yrs
ottawa, ON
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Hi future family, My name is Donggu. 😊 I’m a 4-year-old German Shepherd boy weighing around 32kg. I may look big and strong on the outside, but deep down I’m a gentle, calm soul who truly loves people. 💛 Before I was rescued, I was living in a city shelter and came very close to euthanasia. I went through difficult times, but somehow I never lost my trust in humans. Even now, I still greet people with kindness and an open heart. When I meet someone new, I usually lower my head slightly and greet them very politely — that’s just my way of saying hello. During walks, I sometimes wag my tail and gently approach people passing by because I genuinely enjoy human company. And honestly… if you have a treat, we’ll probably become best friends very quickly. 😊 If unfamiliar visitors come into the house, I may be a little cautious at first, but I warm up pretty fast once I realize everything is okay. I also get along wonderfully with other dogs and even cats. 🐕🐈 Whether I become your one and only dog or join a home with other pets, I adapt very well and enjoy peaceful companionship. My personality is calm and gentle overall, but I also enjoy outdoor activities and walks. I’m not overly high-energy, so I’m the kind of dog who enjoys both adventure and relaxing quietly beside my family. Walks are one of my favorite things in the world. I love sniffing around and exploring new scents. I can pull on the leash a little sometimes because I get excited, but if my person asks me to stop, I listen pretty well. Loud cars, flapping banners, cats, or birds during walks don’t really bother me much — I’m usually more focused on enjoying the moment with my human. I prefer going potty outside and enjoy having a regular routine, usually with morning and evening walks. I don’t struggle with separation anxiety, but if soft toys, cushions, or fluffy items are left around while I’m alone, I might chew on them a little for fun. Other than that, I’m a very quiet and relaxed boy at home and rarely bark. I absolutely love sweet potatoes and chicken, and I’m not picky with food at all. Even taking medicine is easy for me if it’s hidden inside a yummy snack. I’m also very polite at the vet and stay calm during checkups.💛 People say I’m smart and very observant. If you teach me something calmly, I try hard to understand what you want from me. Right now, I’m learning “sit” and doing my best every day. 😊 I’ve experienced many changes and difficult moments in my life, but I still believe in people and still know how to love. Now I’m hoping to find more than just a temporary place to stay. I want a real family — someone to walk beside, rest beside, grow older beside, and share everyday life with. I’m waiting patiently for the family who will fill the rest of my life with love, comfort, and forever memories. 🐾 Love, Donggu
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Molly

German Shepherd Dog St. Bernard

Female, 6 yrs 5 mos
Pointe Claire, QC
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
*Meet Molly* Molly is a beautiful 6-year-old German Shepherd–St. Bernard mix with a big heart and a loyal spirit. Calm and gentle at home, she loves spending her days relaxing nearby or quietly following you from room to room. But once she’s outside, her playful and adventurous side shines through — she loves to run, explore, and take in all the sights and smells around her. Molly is deeply devoted and protective of her people — the kind of companion who will always have your back. She would thrive as the only pet in the home, as she doesn’t get along with other dogs and can be wary of strangers. Molly had a tough start to life. She was sold far too early, at only four weeks old, and likely came from a stressful environment. Because she didn’t have the proper time with her mother, she missed out on learning some early dog-to-dog social cues. Despite that, she’s incredibly intelligent and full of love — she just needs patience, understanding, and a calm, stable environment. Loud noises and too much excitement can make Molly anxious, so a peaceful home without children or other pets is best. She can be a little uncertain at first and may seem ready for pets before changing her mind — a bit like a cat! With time and trust, though, she forms deep bonds with her people and shows her true, affectionate self. She can snap when she feels afraid or threatened so a calm and understanding family is a must. Molly is also leash-reactive, so a fully fenced yard would be ideal to give her space to run and burn off energy safely. She absolutely loves adventures up north, exploring the woods, and breathing in the fresh air. She’s been loved and well cared for her whole life, but she’s ready for a new chapter — one with an experienced adopter who understands sensitive, loyal dogs like her. If you’re looking for a devoted companion who will love you unconditionally and appreciate the calm moments by your side, Molly might just be the perfect match. Molly is vaccinated, microchipped, has his flea, tick & heartworm prevention, is sterilized and will come with her medical booklet. Sometimes a dog takes a little more time to open up, you may see them showing more and more of their personality over the course of the first few days, weeks or even months! We don’t know all that they’ve been through before they were rescued, but they are so forgiving and full of love and it’s worth every tough moment in the end. Developing a trusting relationship with your rescue dog is the most important thing. Stability, patience, positive reinforcement and love are the most important things! Voici Molly Molly est une magnifique chienne de 6 ans, un mélange de Berger Allemand et de Saint-Bernard, avec un grand cœur et un esprit loyal. Calme et douce à la maison, elle adore passer ses journées à relaxer tout près de vous ou à vous suivre tranquillement d’une pièce à l’autre. Mais une fois dehors, son côté joueur et aventurier ressort — elle aime courir, explorer et profiter de toutes les odeurs et découvertes autour d’elle. Molly est très attachée et protectrice envers ses humains — le genre de compagne qui aura toujours votre dos. Elle serait plus heureuse comme seule animal dans la maison, car elle ne s’entend pas bien avec les autres chiens et peut se méfier des étrangers. Elle peut réagir brusquement et snapper quand elle se sent apeurée ou menacée, donc une famille calme et compréhensive est essentielle. Molly n’a pas eu un début de vie facile. Elle a été vendue beaucoup trop jeune, à seulement quatre semaines, et vient probablement d’un environnement stressant. Comme elle n’a pas eu assez de temps avec sa mère, elle n’a pas pu apprendre certaines bases de communication entre chiens. Malgré tout, elle est extrêmement intelligente et remplie d’amour — elle a simplement besoin de patience, de compréhension et d’un environnement calme et stable. Les bruits forts et trop d’agitation peuvent la rendre anxieuse, donc un foyer paisible, sans enfants ni autres animaux, serait idéal pour elle. Elle peut être un peu incertaine au début et sembler vouloir des câlins avant de changer d’idée — un peu comme un chat! Mais avec du temps et de la confiance, elle crée des liens profonds et montre toute sa vraie personnalité affectueuse. Molly réagit aussi à la laisse, donc une cour entièrement clôturée serait parfaite pour lui permettre de courir et se dépenser en toute sécurité. Elle adore les aventures au nord, explorer la forêt et respirer l’air frais. Elle a toujours été aimée et bien soignée, mais elle est maintenant prête pour un nouveau chapitre — avec un adoptant expérimenté qui comprend les chiens sensibles et loyaux comme elle. Si vous cherchez une compagne dévouée, qui vous aimera sans condition et appréciera les moments calmes à vos côtés, Molly pourrait bien être le match parfait. Molly est vacciné, identifié par puce électronique, protégé contre les puces, les tiques et la tics, stérilisé et accompagné de son carnet médical. Il arrive qu'un chien mette un peu plus de temps à s'ouvrir ; vous le verrez peut-être exprimer de plus en plus sa personnalité au cours des premiers jours, semaines, voire mois ! Nous ignorons tout ce qu'ils ont traversé avant d'être secourus, mais ils sont si indulgents et pleins d'amour que chaque moment difficile en vaut la peine. Développer une relation de confiance avec votre chien adopté est primordial. La stabilité, la patience, le renforcement positif et l'amour sont les valeurs les plus importantes !

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39.6 miles

Potsdam Humane Society

17 Madrid Ave, Potsdam, NY 13676

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

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42.5 miles

Dream Tails Rescue-Ottawa Transport

ottawa, ON K4A 0L5

Pet Types: dogs

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48.7 miles

Bri Cares Adoption

Pointe Claire, QC H9S 5V1

Pet Types: dogs

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