Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs,
House-trained,
Story
My name is GORDIE (GongDeok), and here is a little information about me:
Breed: Jindo MixAge: Approximately 4.5 years oldGender: MaleWeight: 5.2 kg / 11.5 lbsColor: Cream and light tanHighlight(s): Affectionate, friendly, people-loving, good leash manners, crate trained, and outdoor potty trained
Hello! I'm Gordie, a small and adorable Jindo Mix boy with a big heart! My Korean name, Gongdeok, means the virtue gained through good deeds. Gordie was chosen because it sounds similar to my Korean name. I absolutely love people and enjoy every bit of affection I receive. One of my favorite things is sleeping on the bed with my person, especially curled up comfortably at their feet. I may be small, but I have so much love to give!
I was rescued from a municipal animal shelter in Gongju, South Korea, shortly before I was scheduled for euthanasia. No one knows exactly how I ended up at the shelter. Because I am so comfortable around people and naturally seek their company, my rescuers wonder whether I once had a loving home. Perhaps I became lost, or perhaps something else happened. My past remains a mystery.
What matters now is that I was given a second chance. Since arriving at DoReMi Rescue, I have continued to show just how much I love being around people. Now I am hoping to find a forever family where I will always be loved, safe, and cherished.
I am affectionate, cheerful, friendly, and very people-oriented. I love meeting people and happily welcome attention and gentle affection. I am comfortable around both women and men. I especially enjoy being close to my person, whether we are relaxing together or settling down for the night. I generally get along with other dogs, although I can be a little cautious around much larger dogs. Because I am so small, I sometimes feel more comfortable keeping my distance. I also have a little personality when it comes to my own space! If an unfamiliar dog enters my living area, I may become a little protective, almost as if I am saying, "Excuse me, this is my house!" I do not normally rush toward other dogs looking for a fight. I simply like having my personal space respected. I am a sweet little boy who loves people and has a bit of character, too!
My ideal home would be with a loving family who enjoys spending time with their dog and giving plenty of affection. I would be happiest as the only dog, receiving all the love and attention from my family. However, I could also live with a calm, friendly dog of a similar size who respects my space. A home with a securely fenced yard would be wonderful, as I prefer going potty outdoors. A yard is not essential, though. If my family can provide around three regular walks and outdoor potty breaks each day, I could also do well without one. Above all, I am looking for a family who will treat me as a cherished companion and enjoy sharing everyday life with me.
I get along with: Dogs: Yes. I generally get along with other dogs. I am most comfortable around calm dogs of a similar size. Cats: Unknown. I have not been tested with cats yet. Kids: Unknown. I have not been formally tested with children yet.
I am crate trained and comfortable with my daily routines. I enjoy being close to people and am accustomed to spending time indoors with my caregivers. Please continue helping me maintain a consistent routine in my new home.
Leash skills: Yes. I walk well on leash and enjoy regular walks with my person. Please continue helping me maintain safe and comfortable walking habits.
House trained: Yes. I am outdoor potty trained and prefer going potty outside. I may have occasional accidents while adjusting to a new home, so please help me maintain a consistent potty routine.
I recently had a veterinary health examination, including full-body X-rays, and my veterinarian reported that I am in good overall health. All conditions included in my recent PCR screening tested negative. No significant health concerns were reported during my examination.
My adoption fee is $800.00 CAD plus applicable taxes. This includes my transportation to Canada, if I am able to be accompanied by a flight volunteer directly to Vancouver.
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.
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