Learn More about the Adoption Process


PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE SUBMITTING YOUR APPLICATION.
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Our adoption fee is $600  *  This includes transport to Vancouver/Victoria, B.C., and all vetting, vaccinations DHPP+L+C and rabies, spay or neuter, worming, flea/tick prevention, dental cleaning if necessary, and any other procedures that may be required for individuals such as mange treatment, x-rays, orthopedics, etc.  We also do a blood test for ehrlichiosis, anaplasmosis, leishmaniasis and heart worm. For older dogs, or ones that come to us in very poor condition, we do a blood and urine analysis. 
Please submit an application for the dog you are interested in.  Most of our dogs have not been exposed to children or cats, and are not house trained, so expect to do some work in that regard.  In general, we do not  recommend our dogs for a home with toddlers. 
Once application is received we will contact you if we feel you're a suitable candidate and request photos of your home and yard environment. We provide videos and photos after you have been selected and arrange a travel date and pick up arrangements. 
We highly recommend a two-week trial period or fostering to adopt to ensure a good match is made. 
We ask that you consider thoroughly whether you are ready for a new canine companion in your household and ensure that everyone in the household is on the same page.  Our resources and time is limited, so we would prefer not to spend it checking out homes where all things have not been considered thoughtfully.  Thank you. 
HELPFUL LINKS:
http://www.thehousebreakingbible.com/training/umbilical-cord-training.htm  POTTY TRAINING
https://www.dogstardaily.com/  GENERAL
https://www.siriuspup.com/  GENERAL
https://www.simpawtico-training.com/  
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LHHXfkk4qV4​
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BELOW:  In B.C. and available for adoption. 

 MATI Female, Breed Guess: ?  8 kilos, 3 years

Mati is currently in a home in Sooke, B.C., but sadly is not happy there.  We are looking for a quiet, adult only home that can dedicate time to helping Mati with her anxieties.  The vet has recommended Adaptil spray and thunder shirt for her.  She likes going for walks, although was very hesitant at first, and is very nervous of people walking behind her. Mati recently had a wellness check at the vet.  Her vaccinations have been updated and urinalysis was normal.   Mati's home must have a fenced yard.   

 
BELOW:  in Guanajuato, Mexico and awaiting JANUARY travel date.

 CARLOS 
​Male. Breed Guess: Schnauzer X  , 7 kilos, 4 years

Very active, reactive, playful, agile, cuddly, wiggly Carlos will need a home where he can be the only dog in the home.  He does not want to go for walks unless you are willing to help him ignore his surroundings and any other dog, bird, feather, bug that he goes by!  This guy just wants to act like a nut bar all day long, on his own property and then get his cuddles from his people.  

 DOMINGA 
​Female, Breed Guess: Schnauzer X Shih-poo , 7 kilos, 4 years
A home for Dominga has been selected!

Someone took pity on Dominga one rainy October day when she was found  taking shelter underneath a car. She was never claimed.  During her initial veterinary visit it was noted that she was quite overweight and had some skin and hair issues.  Blood tests came in normal, but the vet recommended a thyroid test and sure enough Dominga has hypothyroidism.  She is on medication and repeat testing will be done to find the right dosage for her.  She is a quiet, follow-you-everywhere type of dog. She is on a special veterinary diet for urine crystals and repeat urinalysis should be done in three months time.  She still needs to be spayed and a dental cleaning will be done before she travels to Canada.  If you are looking for a very low maintenance dog and are able to give a couple of tablets a day, this girl might be for you.  She will follow you everywhere and even knows how to stand on her hind legs!  

 COCO
​Female, Breed Guess: Poodle X, 7 kilos, 8 years

The story of the lovely, so loveable, eight-year-old COCO. Coco was found in early October by tourists visiting Guanajuato. She was severely matted and had a broken leg. They took her to a local veterinarian who inserted a pin and put on a cast. The visitors contacted me and asked if I would be willing to put her in the adoption program. I agreed and Coco came to the shelter. Unfortunately, when I took her to my vet and he took x-rays it was revealed the pin had not been inserted properly and the fracture had not healed. In fact, when the cast was taken off she had extreme pain. The wrap was put on to stabilize the leg for now and sadly, this leg will be amputated. We also had a blood and urine analysis done and she had traces of triple phosphate crystals in her urine, so she is on a Urinary diet. Coco is a lovely dog and she would love to have a quiet home with someone that can love her up all day long! She is very low maintenance and so, so sweet. She could live with another dog, but she likes to have her personal space. I have caught her playing with other dogs at times. Unknown with cats and children. She weighs around 7 kilos

 RICHI 
​Male, Breed Guess: Schnauzer X Terrier, 6 kilos, 4 years

This little feisty guy was picked up in Silao, Mexico in horrendous condition and had obviously suffered serious mistreatment as he virtually screamed out at any touch.  He's now used to being handled by humans and has recovered very well, and is certainly demonstrating his confident, stubborn and bossy nature!  Richi would do best in a dog savvy home (no condos or apartments due to his being vocal when left alone) that has had experience with "dominant" male dogs. We hope that now that he is neutered some of that will wane.  He could possibly live with a female dog. He's also a slippery little fellow so a fenced yard is a must for Richi.  He has not been tested with children or cats.

 OLIVER Male, Breed Guess: Poodle X, 9 kilos, 1 1/2 years

Oliver first came to us as a somewhat frightened dog, but now is super friendly and affectionate. At first he did not like our male employee at all but now he is his best friend and pines for him when he's busy with other things!  Oliver would like an active dog savvy home.  He is still "unlearning" a couple of undesirable behaviours - barking for attention and using his mouth in a too-playful way.  For this reason we don't feel he would good in a home with children.  He hasn't been tested with cats.  He absolutely loves to play with other dogs, however is very rough in play and very vocal.  So, someone who can tolerate this is recommended as well as knowing when to break things up when the adrenaline gets too high.  He's a lovely little guy that just needs to break some bad habits.  

PEDRO Male + Breed Guess: Heeler X Pitty X JRT + 17 kg. +1 yr.
A home for Pedro has been selected!


Was initially found as a stray, then placed in a home through a local rescuer. However, he was returned to them due to a move, so we offered to bring him to the shelter.  Pedro is an awesome, solid, short-legged and rambunctious clown of the dog looking for an active home.  He's social with all the dogs, although once in a while will want to flex his muscles and get growly.  You need to know when to stop the adrenaline flow.  

BERNADETTE Female + Breed Guess: Terrier X + 5 kg. +   1 yr.
​ADOPTED!

Bernadette was found as a stray that had fallen into a deep cavity. She was rescued by the Volunteer Fire Department.  This girl is a going concern!  Very, very lively and full of spunk.  She'll definitely need to learn some boundaries. Like many of the dogs that are rescued, she is starving for affection and makes it known.  She'll need work with jumping up, and she is most likely an escape artist so a fence all around is a must.  Not for a condo or apartment.
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