Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs,
Spayed or Neutered,
Shots are up-to-date,
Story
*Note: Currently Duke is in Korea, but will arrive in Toronto in Nov once adopted.For more info about the dog or the adoption application, please click here.Adopt Duke, the Gentle Jindo Mix Who Once Shared His Bowl With Stray CatsQuick FactsBreed: Jindo mix · Sex: Male · Born: December 23, 2022 · Weight: 18 kg · Location: Korea · Traits: Gentle, independent, easygoing · Health: Neutered, vaccinated, heartworm freeBackgroundDuke was rescued in December 2025 from a small farm hut at the foot of a mountain in Hwaseong, Korea, where he lived on a short chain. Even so, the moment our rescuers arrived, his tail started wagging. That happy, forgiving spirit is still the first thing people notice about him.Since then, he’s been living at our partner shelter, and he has come a long way. In his first weeks, he wasn’t sure about people’s hands. Now he trots right over to the people he knows.PersonalityDuke is a calm, easygoing boy with a quiet confidence of his own. He doesn’t demand attention. He’s happy to keep you company and do his own thing. Every morning, when his caregivers arrive, he wags his tail and waits politely for his door to open. And if there’s a treat involved, he’s all yours. Snacks are his favourite thing in the world.He’s curious about everything but likes to explore at his own pace. When he meets someone new, he’ll wander over for a polite sniff. Sit back and let him lead, and he’ll soon settle in right beside you. That’s when the friendship begins. He’s a little gentleman who appreciates good manners, so a calm hello wins him over much faster than a big, excited rush.His energy level is on the lower side. After a nice walk, you’ll most likely find him curled up for a nap.CompatibilityDuke greets new people with a friendly wag and is comfortable with men and women alike. He’s a little sensitive about his back and hindquarters, likely a memory from his heartworm treatment injections, so a soft touch is best at first. Once he knows you, he loves attention and being petted.Duke hasn’t spent time with children yet. Because he prefers gentle handling, he’d do best with older children who can learn to let him come to them. As with any dog, time with children should be supervised, and parents should take full responsibility for teaching both their children and their dog how to interact safely.Duke is sweet with other dogs. He was very close to Aesoon, the female dog he was chained next to, and he plays gently with dogs he likes, his tail wagging the whole time. He doesn’t guard his food or toys.Here’s a fun fact: when Duke lived on his chain, stray cats from the neighbourhood would come by and share his food bowl, and he happily let them. He hasn’t lived in a home with cats, but that’s a lovely sign. In a new home, we’d still recommend a slow, gradual introduction, plenty of patience, and enough space for each of them to have their own retreat while they get used to one another.Behaviours & TrainingDuke is an easy dog to live with. He does his business outdoors and walks nicely on a leash and harness, calmly ignoring other dogs, cars, and motorbikes. He’s a relaxed passenger in the car, and baths, nail trims, and brushing are no fuss at all. He doesn’t chew things he shouldn’t, rarely barks, and is happy to snooze quietly when he’s home alone. At the vet, he gets a little tense, but with a few kind words, he lets the staff do what they need to. He knows his name, and he’s never met a meal he didn’t like.Health & DietDuke is neutered, dewormed, microchipped, and up to date on all vaccinations. He takes monthly parasite preventatives. When Duke was rescued, he had heartworms and anaplasma, but he completed his treatments in July 2026 and is now healthy. He has no known allergies and no skin or digestive issues. A dental cleaning is scheduled. He has passed the veterinary screening and is healthy and ready for a forever home.He eats kibble twice a day and has not shown any food allergies or sensitivities so far.Ideal HomeDuke loves a peaceful space where he and his family can relax and simply enjoy being together. Someone with dog experience, who knows the best friendships take a little time, will get the most out of him. Give him a few days to settle in, let him come to you, and you’ll have a gentle, easygoing companion who’s always happy to see you, especially at snack time.If you’re a patient person looking for a quiet, gentle, laid back and loyal companion, Duke would be a wonderful fit. He’s independent and doesn’t need constant attention, but once he trusts you, he’ll quietly choose to be near you. He still has a lot to learn, but he’s a lovely, loyal boy with so much love to share.Even on a short chain, with so little to be happy about, Duke greeted his rescuers with a wagging tail. Imagine that same tail wagging at your door every day, from a dog who finally knows he’s home.
