Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids,
Good with dogs,
Needs special attention,
House-trained,
Story
Hellooooooo. My name is HANI and here is a bit about me:Age: 2 yrsGender: maleHeight: 50 lbsWeight: 20 kgCountry of origin: Middle EastHighlights: Blind, intelligent, sensitive, affectionate, adaptable
Although I am fully blind (with only possible minimal shadow perception), I navigate the world beautifully, once I know I am safe.My beginning is one of the most heartbreaking cases my rescuers have seen. One day, during a quick stop at a small, remote grocery store, they found me. I was sitting inside a tiny decorative garden patch — the kind with just a few flowers in front of a shop. Because I am blind, I couldn’t find the way out. I was terrified, confused, stuck… and vulnerable.Stray dogs in the area were bullying me. Every time they came close, I would scream out of fear. No one was helping me though. No one even noticed me... until my rescuers came to save me. They tried to pick me up, I panicked — trembling, biting out of pure fear, unable to understand what was happening around me. They didn’t give up, thankfully.After a long struggle and with so much gentleness, they managed to get me into the car. For the first days, I was terrified of hands coming near me. I would flinch or snap, not because I was aggressive, but because I had never known safety.Then something amazing happened…Little by little, I began to trust. I started to recognize their voices, their footsteps, the smell of the home, and the warmth of gentle touch.Two weeks later: I melt into pets, give kisses, sleep in their room, follow sound cues, play with their baby and wag my tail when I sense familiar people or dogs. I have transformed from a terrified blind dog into a loving, brave, deeply grateful companion.Sensitive, intelligent and deeply affectionate, I am a young Husky who has learned to trust humans again after a very painful start. While I may be cautious at first with unfamiliar voices and sudden movements, once I recognize someone’s presence and energy, I become warm, gentle, and trusting.In the last few weeks, I have made extraordinary progress. I now enjoy cuddles and gentle petting, will offer my paw, walk confidently around the house, sleep closer to my peeps at night and am very calm and sweet around their baby. I sense him, sniff softly, and take a playful posture with him amd don't forget all the kisses I give.I also get along well with other dogs and rely on them for social comfort. My rescuer says I am a special, emotionally rich, heart-melting boy, who just needs a stable home and patient humans.The vet confirmed I have congenital blindness. I may sense only very vague shadows and have no ongoing pain. Did you know? Blind dogs are incredibly resilient — they rely on sound, smell, and memory. I habe already proven I learn fast and attach deeply to the people who show me kindness. I am very adaptable and blindness has NOT stopped me from functioning normally in a familiar environment.For me, the perfect home would be one that is calm and patient, willing to give me a stable routine (blind dogs thrive with consistency), preferably with another friendly dog who can be my guide, family or adults who want a gentle, loyal companion and a home with safe indoor space and a secure yard. That is my ideal anyway.I have so much love to give. Hoping you are looking for a companion to love too.
Videos coming soon.
Energy Level: moderate to moderate-highI get along with:Dogs: yesCats: unknownKids: yes
Fears: none observed, except for uncertainty at first. Please be patient assisting me in my transition.Training:Leash skills: no. Please be prepared to train me.House trained: Yes. Please help me learn where to go in my new home.
Health notes: Congenital blindness (vet confirmed)I have been spayed/neutered, vaccinated and microchipped.My adoption fee is $650.00 CAD plus applicable taxes. While our rescuers always seek a flight without a charge, there is the possibility of a passenger fee, not to exceed $300.
Disclaimer: It is important for all applicants to visit our website, http://www.lovedatlastdogrescue.ca/adopting/ and read about Loved at Last Dog Rescue.
Please Note: LALDR highly encourages adopters to research some local dog trainers before their dog arrives. Although a 1-on-1 trainer is often not needed, it is good to have someone in mind in case any problematic behaviours arise. Most bad behaviours can be modified if caught early enough, so make sure to nip undesirable behaviours in the bud before they become serious problems.Basic training should be taken seriously, but should not begin until your dog is well settled in - at least a couple of weeks. After you feel your new dog is relaxed and comfortable in their new home, check out training courses in your local area. Even basic beginner courses like those taught at a local pet store can have a huge benefit in helping your dog learn to socialize and get used to being in public situations, all with the added benefit of strengthening their bond with you.
Normally, we will not approve adoptions to homes with children under 12 years of age. However if a dog has been determined to be good with children we will approve applicants with children 8 years or older. More information can be found on our website.
The age and breed of a dog is usually an educated guess, so we are not able to guarantee the accuracy of age or breed of our dogs.Information included in the profile is provided to us from the international rescuer or local fosters. LALDR does not have access to overseas dogs and cannot always verify the accuracy of their descriptions. Every dog is an individual and can act differently in different situations based on the person adopting them and the environment in which they live.
While most dogs find escorting passengers flying directly to Vancouver, some will find flights through Toronto or Montreal. In that case, additional fees will apply to fly your dog to Vancouver by cargo. Unaccompanied cargo costs within Canada range from $350 - $550 depending on the size of the dog. LALDR will be as transparent as possible with you regarding these costs. You will NOT be asked to pay a passenger fee on top of the cargo fee.
[MID-EAST] *Vaccinations: Dogs from the Middle East are vaccinated for rabies, parvo, distemper, leptospirosis, adenovirus type 1 and para-influenza. Bordetella is not given, as that has not been a problem in the Middle East.[TURKEY] Dogs from Turkey receive a 4D SNAP test to include Leishmania, Heartworm, Ehrlichia, & Anaplasma, as well as Giardia, Parvo, Corona & Distemper.
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