Dog of the Week: Abi

I had the great pleasure of spending 2.5 hours in the car with Abi when I transported her from her temporary foster mom to her long-term foster mom. We met in a parking lot, half asleep, at 6am and as soon as I said her name she ran over and jumped into my arms.  She rode the entire way on my lap and between naps and loads of kisses (whether I wanted them or not! lol), we became fast friends.

Abi is a happy, outgoing, spunky, 1-year-old, 10 lb. Dachshund-Terrier mix who loves other dogs and all people she comes in contact with. Until recently, Abi lived on the streets of Mexico and then at the Humane Society of Cozumel. She was adopted by a tourist who came through on a cruise ship, but unfortunately when the ship left the island, Abi was left behind.

LOYAL has received a number of dogs from Cozumel in the last few years and all of them have had loving, loyal temperaments; Abi is no different. She made the long trek to Canada in June and is now residing with her foster family in Ottawa where she is awaiting her forever family to come along and snatch her up. And oh, what a lucky family that will be!

Abi loves going for walks, riding in the car, playing in the yard and snuggling with anyone who will offer her a lap to curl up on. She is working on her house training and making improvements every day. She is crate trained and happy to have her own space during the night where she sleeps without complaint.

With ongoing training, a consistent schedule and lots of love, Abi is going to turn into an amazing adult dog.  And who could resist that scruffy, mischievous face?! 

Will you be the lucky family to adopt Abi? Apply online today and one of our volunteers will be in touch.

Happy adopting!

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Dog of the Week: Gidget!

Meet Gidget!

Gidget is a pretty, sweet-natured, 4-year-old, female Yorkie mix. Given her red-golden colouring and her luxurious hair, we think she may be mixed with Silky Terrier. 

Gidget is friendly and affectionate, and she gets along well with other dogs and with kids. Cats are unknown as she is not living with any at present (and given her history of growing up in a breeding facility, she may never have encountered cats), but given her sweet personality she would likely be fine with felines.

Gidget is playful and energetic, but also loves a good cuddle and a warm dog bed to curl up on. She would love a friendly dog companion in her forever home that she could bond and play with. Chasing a ball that her foster mom throws is fun, but having another dog to romp with would be even better.

House training and leash-walking are coming along well given that she has only been living in a home for a few weeks, and she continues to make improvements daily. This is one smart cookie, and she can't wait for her forever family to come along so that she can finally have a real home to call her own.

Applications for adorable Gidget can be submitted through our website. The adoption donation for this beautiful pooch is only $375.  Don't delay because someone is going to snatch Gidget up very soon!

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Dogs of the Week: Tiny and Taffy!

After many months in rescue, Tiny and Taffy thought that they had found their forever home. Unfortunately that home did not turn out to be so "forever" after all, and after a few weeks with their new family they were returned to foster care.

"Besties" Taffy and Tiny are inseparable!

These girls are both 8-year-old, long-haired Chihuahuas. Their foster mom describes them as sweet, easy-going cuddle bugs who get along well with small dogs, cats and older kids. They enjoy going for walks and cuddling on the couch with their family.

These girls are inseparable and Tiny, the momma bear of the duo, can often be found grooming Taffy and comforting her when she is nervous. They would love to find a forever home together where they can spend the rest of their days as best friends and companions. They are both quiet and are currently doing well at apartment living. They are crate-trained and house trained, and very responsible when left alone.

This dynamic duo could have their own TV sitcom!

In short, this is a perfect pair of pooches! Chihuahuas can live into their mid-late teens if properly cared for, so these girls still have many healthy years left in them. Please consider adding this adorable duo to your family!

Applications can be submitted through our website. Happy adopting!


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Dog of the Week: Jackson!

Can you believe that Jackson has been in foster care with LOYAL Rescue for 2 years? We can't either!

Jackson is a 2.5-year-old Jack Russell Terrier mix who weighs approximately 23 lbs. This handsome, well-behaved, outgoing, affectionate and spunky pooch arrived in February 2010 and has been loving life in his foster home ever since. He loves playing with his foster brothers and sisters of all sizes, and would love if there was a dog companion in his forever home with a similar activity level so that he can burn off some of his energy with a friend!

Jackson is crate-trained and house-trained, and would make a wonderful addition to an active family who could provide him the mental and physical stimulation that he needs, and who would love him unconditionally for the rest of his days. He would be fine in a home with older, respectful children.

Jackson is currently being fostered in Brampton, and applications for adoption can be submitted through our website.

Please share Jackson's story and let's finally find this boy his forever family!

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Dog of the Week: Missy!

Meet Missy!

Missy is a 5-year-old Shih Tzu mix that has found herself on the hunt for a forever family to call her very own.

This happy, healthy girl was surrendered by her owners through no fault of her own. She is house trained and responsible when left by herself. As she has not been exposed to young children or cats, so we would not recommend a home with either. She would do fine with larger dogs, but tends to be a bit bossy with ones that are smaller than her. Ideally Missy could soak up 100 per cent of the love and attention in her new home and would, therefore, love to be an only pet. Homes with other dogs would, of course, be considered on a case-by-case basis.

While Missy did not have many rules in her first home, her foster home has been working extensively with her and are pleased to report that she now walks well on a leash and no longer barks at squirrels and dogs while out. Progress!

As you can see, Missy is missing one of her eyes. Due to an infection as a puppy it had to be removed, but Missy gets along well and you would never know she was "special needs", especially when you see her tearing around the back yard with her foster siblings!

Missy would make a great companion for a family who could continue her training and remind her who rules the roost from time to time. If you are looking for an affectionate, snuggly but active girl, Missy might be the pooch for you!

Applications for Missy or any of our rescued dogs can be submitted through our website.

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Dog of the Week: Zorro!

Meet Zorro!

This sweet, recently-turned-13-year-old Poodle mix is the most loving, quirky, hilarious little man you'd want to meet. He spends most of his days snoozing away on his favourite fuzzy blanket, and around 6pm he's full of beans and spends hours sniffing around the house and playing with his toys. He sleeps in the big bed from 10pm-8am (but will gladly sleep later if you let him!), and then goes outside for a quick bathroom break and then it's back to bed he goes!

 Don't let all that sleeping fool you though...Zorro is one spunky senior! 

He loves chew bones and will often be found tossing one around and chasing after it. He is more than capable of keeping up with the bigger, younger dogs on walks, but truth be told he's a home body that prefers a quick sniff around the back yard and then it's back to warmer climates. A jaunt around the block every day would be more than enough for this guy to keep trim and active, even if he tries to tell you otherwise!

Zorro gets along well with other dogs (though dominant or bossy, large dogs do scare him and he may run away) and cats, but should not go to a home with small children because of his age. He travels well in the car (though this was not always the case) if his blanket is nearby or he has a safe lap to sit on.

Please do not let Zorro's age turn you off. This is one healthy, happy pooch who is very low maintenance and who, if provided with proper vet care and kept active, could have many years left in him. As dogs' go, he's only at retirement age! He is currently alone a working day (9:30am-5:30pm) and is learning to use pee pads; he will also let you know when he needs out. Someone who is home all day, part-time or who can take some time to get Zorro situated in his new home would be ideal so that the transition to a new family is not too scary for him.

For more information on and photos of Zorro, please visit his foster mom's blog, Facebook page, or send her an e-mail.

Applications for Zorro should be submitted through our website.

Please share Zorro's story and let's find this adorable pooch a family!

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Dogs of the Week: Chico and Willis!

As we are nearing the end of November, which just happens to be Adopt-a-Senior-Dog month, this week's Dogs of the Week are two of our resident seniors - Chico and Willis!

Chico is a 14-year-old, male Chihuahua.  His foster mom reports that he is super sweet and super friendly, though could be characterized as a bit of a cat chaser (but we won't hold that against him).  It is, however, all curiousity, and this guy does not have an aggressive bone in his 8 pound body, so this could easily be corrected with some positive reinforcement.  Cats are our friends, Chico!  He enjoys the company of other dogs, but would prefer a home without small children due to his tiny stature and his advanced age.  Do not let the numbers fool you - Chico is a little spitfire and can keep up with the resident youngins'!  He loves to be with his humans - either following them around or sleeping on an available lap - and gives some of the best cuddles in town.  If you are looking for a tiny heartbreaker in your life, look no further than Chico! 

Chico is being fostered in Ottawa.

Willis is a senior (we don't know an exact age but we'd wager he is 10+), male Rat Terrier mix.  Willis has a pretty sad story to tell, we're afraid.  He was found on the side of the road in Kentucky where he had collapsed from dehydration.  He was emaciated and in pretty rough shape all around, but fortunately an angel was watching over sweet Willis and he was guided into loving arms.  Now an official Canadian citizen, Willis prides himself on his speedy recovery and his ongoing trust and love for humans.  Not every dog could bounce back from the condition that Willis was in, and that just shows how much spunk and life this pooch has left in him.  Rat Terriers are a hearty breed that has an above average life span, and Willis is definitely "breed standard" in that respect!  Though he is deaf and that makes him "special needs" all Willis really needs is a forever family to love him, protect him and give him all the cuddles and kisses he deserves. 

Willis is being fostered in Uxbridge.

If you are interested in submitting an application for either Chico and Willis, please visit our website or send us an e-mail for more information.

Happy adopting!

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Dog of the week: Phillip!

Meet Phillip!

Adorable, wee Phillip is an 18-month-old Rat Terrier-x. This spunky, playful fellow was surrendered to a shelter in Kentucky and rescued by LOYAL Rescue shortly thereafter.  He has been spending the last few months in his Oshawa foster home with his foster siblings, awaiting his forever family to come along.

Phillip is a friendly, outgoing guy who enjoys the companionship of other dogs.  He would make a great family dog!  He loves to play with squeaky toys and to run around the yard. A fenced yard would be ideal since this little man has oodles of energy to burn.  He would also love a like-minded play mate to chase him around and to cuddle with.

Apartments are not recommended as Phillip can be quite vocal in his playing, though he does respond well to corrections.  Some basic puppy obedience would likely do wonders for Phillip's manners and leash skills, as he is very quick to learn and a willing, enthusiastic student.

Check out this adorable video of Phillip playing with his foster sister!

Overall Phillip has a wonderful, sweet temperment and would love to have a family to call his very own.  If you would like to submit an application to adopt Phillip, please visit our website or send us an e-mail with any questions.

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Dog of the week: Sucre!

Meet Sucre!

Sucre is a very sweet, male Miniature Pinscher who is approximately 3 years old.  This handsome fellow gets along very well with other dogs - big and small - and with cats.  He would be fine with older children who are respectful of his small size; he's only 8 pounds, you know!

Sucre originally came into LOYAL Rescue as a stray, and has been enjoying his time in his Ottawa foster home while he awaits his perfect forever family.  Sadly, someone tied him to a tree and left him in a park, but fortunately a good samaritan found him and brought him into a Montreal shelter, where he was there transferred into our rescue.

Sucre loves getting cuddles and kisses, and one of his favourite things is to sleep at night in bed with his humans.  He also loves to sleep next to the fireplace and hates being cold (who doesn't?!).  He loves to curl up on a nice warm lap, is very quiet and gentle, and is fully house trained.

In short, Sucre's a catch!  His foster mom even thinks he'd be great with an owner who can take their pet to work because he's so easy-going (and he could almost fit in your pocket! hehe), and he just loves going for walks and showing off his excellent leash skills.

If you think this sweet, sugary boy could be just what your family is looking for, please submit an application for adoption through our website, or contact us for additional details.  Sucre is waiting!

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Dog of the week: Kramer!

Kramer came into rescue via his loving mother, Corky, who was rescued from a puppy mill and arrived on her foster mom's doorstep pregnant! Corky gave birth to 5 adorable puppies - 4 male and 1 female - who have all been lucky enough to find amazing forever homes, Corky included. For some strange reason, Kramer remains in foster care.  There has been quite a bit of interest in this adorable fellow, but unfortunately the perfect family just hasn't found him yet.

Kramer was born on June 21 and is now going on 4 months of age.  He is a sweet, affectionate, mischevious little Terrier mix (we think Yorkie-Shnauzer-Cairn, but who knows!) who loves to run and play with the other foster dogs in the family.

Despite all the fun that Kramer is having with his foster brothers and sister, he would love a forever home of his very own.  He's always had a brother or sister for companionship so would love a furry sibling to keep him company and to play with, and a fenced yard to romp in would be fantastic too!  Because he is still young, a home where someone is home part-time is needed as he should get out for a potty break every 4 hours. Puppies need lots of stimulation, training and attention, so Kramer would not be happy being alone all day.

If you think you'd made a good family for this sweet pooch and are interested in providing him a forever home, you can submit an application through our website.  You can also visit his foster mom's blog for more photos and information.  Kramer is patiently waiting, and hopes to hear from you soon!

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Dogs of the Week: The A-Team!

We're trying something a bit different with this week.  Meet our A-Team - aka, the dogs currently available for adoption who top our list because their names start with A! 

Abuelo is a sweet and gentle, 8-year-old male Cocker Spaniel.  He is a quiet, mellow man who enjoys the company of other dogs his size (and smaller), and who came to us from Mexico.  Abuelo is being fostered just north of Peterborough in Buckhorn.

Alaska is a happy-go-lucky, 1-year-old female Terrier mix.  She is a sweet girl that gets along well with dogs, cats and kids.  Alaska came into rescue as a stray, and she loves to meet new people and go for long walks with her foster family in London.

Alphie is a goofy, friendly, 7-year-old male Beagle-Hound mix.  He gets along well with everyone - dogs, cats and kids - and would make an excellent family pet.  He originally landed himself in a Kentucky shelter, but is now being fostered in Peterborough.

 

Alvin is a friendly, 5-year-old male American Eskimo Dog.  He gets along with most dogs, but truth be told he would love to be the only pet in an adult-only home so that he can soak up 100% of your attention and love.  His passtimes include romping around his Newmarket foster home and hanging out with his "people".

Asha is a curious, 2-year-old Schnauzer-Poodle mix who was rescued from a barn along with her siblings.  She is timid with new people, but she gets along well with other dogs and with cats.  She is coming along well in building her confidence and leash skills, and is enjoying herself in her Niagara Falls foster home.

If you are interested in any of the above dogs, or any of the dogs listed on our website, please contact us or submit an application through our website.

Happy adopting!

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Dogs of the week: Sokki and Tristan!

Meet Sokki!

Sokki is a 7.5-year-old female Chihuahua that was rescued from a shelter in Kentucky when she was taken in for euthanization.  The shelter staff saw potential in Sokki and contacted LOYAL Rescue for help.  Sokki's foster mom stepped in and has been helping this sweet girl recouperate from her very troubled past.

With a lot of patience and a lot of love, Sokki has overcome many obstacles as well as many of the fears that had been holding her back from living a balanced life.  Now this brave little Chi is on the lookout for a new family that can provide her with the same level of security and assurance that her foster home has over the last few months.  Sokki may still be a work in progress, but she is making huge strides every day.

Don't be put off my Sokki's shy facade, because this girl is ready and willing to stroll on into her new forever home and be the newest member of your family.

Sokki loves the company of other calm dogs and should go to a home where a like-minded pooch will be able to keep her company and help her build her confidence.  An adult home with no children would make Sokki happiest where she can live out the remainder of her retirement years in calm serenity.

Sokki may have a few demands but she also has oodles and oodles of love to give the lucky family that chooses to offer her a permanent home.  Could you be that lucky family? 

And now, meet Tristan!

Tristan is a 5-year-old male Chihuahua who came to us as an owner surrender when his human parents divorced and neither was able to continue caring for him.  Tristan's foster mom stepped up and now he has a temporary home while he waits for his new family to come along.

This sweet little man just loves people and wants to be where you are.  He is good-natured and quiet, and just wants a warm lap to curl up on.  If you're around, Tristan won't be far behind!

Because Tristan has had no exposure to-date to young children, an adult-only home or a home with older, respectful children is recommended. 

Tristan is house-trained, loves to go for walks and is great in the car.  He's got the whole package!

If you think a friendly, well-behaved 10-pounder could be what's needed to complete your family then look no further because Tristan's bags are all packed and he's ready to move into his new home! 


If you are interested in submitting an application for either Sokki or Tristan, please visit our website or contact us for more details.  Happy adopting!

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Dog of the week: Gracie!

Meet Gracie!

Gracie is a 3.5-year-old Chihuahua that came into rescue in January 2011 from a shelter in Kentucky when she was rescued from a local puppy mill along with other dogs.  At first Gracie was unsure of her surrounding and quite timid, but once she learned to trust her foster family she turned into a loving, affectionate girl.

Now that Gracie has a home to call her only - even if only temporary while she waits for a forver family - she has settled in wonderfully. She is house-trained, crate-trained and loves to go for walks, and her foster mom reports that she has wonderful leash manners.

Gracie loves to be with her humans, and even though she sleeps in her crate at night, she would also love to be able to have her own warm spot on the human bed.  Despite being a quiet girl, she can also be quite playful, and enjoys spending time with the other small dogs in her foster home.

Because of Gracie's tiny stature and because we do not have any information on her past before she came into rescue, older, gentle children only will be considered; we do not recommend a home with small children for Gracie.  She would love another small, friendly dog for companionship and a fenced yard to romp and play in.

If Gracie has stolen your heart and you are interested in adopting her, please submit an application through our website or send us an e-mail for more information.  While you're at it, be sure to check out Gracie's foster-mate and friend from Kentucky, Sokki, who is also available for adoption!

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Dog of the week: Pugsley!

Meet Pugsley!

This handsome man came into rescue as an owner surrender due to long working hours alone.  He will be 4 years old in September, and had been with the same owner since he was a puppy.

Pugsley is a quirky, friendly, outgoing dog that gets along well with kids, cats and other dogs.  He is living with 3 foster siblings in his foster home (all the furry kind!), and loves nothing more than to run and romp and play with them in the back yard.

When Pugsley isn't playing with his foster brother and sisters, he loves to cuddle up on the couch with his humans and his stuffed animals, and absolutely adores sleeping in the human bed at night.

Pugsley had tons of energy to burn, so an active family that would be prepared to take him on structured walks, as well as trips to the local dog park for a good run, would be needed.  When Pugsley isn't playing though, he's a calm, quiet, well-behaved boy who just wants a family to call his own.

If you are interested in Pugsley, please visit his blog, or send his foster mom an e-mail for more information.  Applications can be submitted through our website.

Pugsley is being fostered in Ottawa.  Transportation, if needed, can be discussed with Pugsley's foster mom.

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Dogs of the Week: Maggie and Charlie!

Maggie and Charlie are sweet, 6-month-old Pomeranian-Australian Shepherd mix sisters who are searching for forever homes.

These adorable girls were surrendered to the rescue by a breeder who did not feel that they could find them homes given their visual impairments.  No, these girls are not blind, but they are hard of sight.  They get around fine and their "issues" do not slow them down at all.

As you can see, these shaggy, quirky girls are something to behold with their soft, flowing fur and steely blue eyes.

They both get along well with other dogs, cats and kids.  They are house-trained, crate-trained and enjoy riding in the car.

If you are interested in either Charlie or Maggie (or both!), please send us an e-mail or submit an application through our website.  Please note that both girls are being fostered in Baltimore, ON.

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Dog of the week: Smokey!

Since it's illegal to own exotic animals in Canada (and rightly so), and you aren't, I'm sorry to say, going to own a baby gorilla any time soon, I think we might have a suitable alternative.

Meet Smokey!

This adorable, monkey-faced, 3-year-old Poodle-Affenpinscher mix is described by his foster mom as a "sweet, affectionate lover-boy".  He enjoys the company of other dogs and would do fine in a home with children. Whether or not he'd be happy to live with cats is anyone's guess as he's never lived with them before, but given his wonderful temperment, we're sure a co-existence could be arranged given the proper introduction and supervision.

Smokey is an owner surrender who, through no fault of his own, found himself recently on the search for a new forever family.  He walks well on a leash, is house trained, very polite, and loves to romp and play with his foster sisters at the off-leash dog park.  He would absolutely love a furry brother or sister to keep him company and to help burn those oodles of doggy energy.

If you are looking for an adorable, cuddly monkey pooch of your own, Smokey might just be the guy for you!

Please note that Smokey is being fostered in Ottawa, and any and all questions should be directed to his foster mom.  Applications can, as always, be submitted through our website.

Don't keep Smokey waiting!  Apply today!

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Dog of the week: Tigger!

Meet Tigger (aka Bouncing Tigger)!

Tiggers is an approximately 6-year-old Yorkie-Schnauzer mix who is searching for his forever home.  This sweet boy came to LOYAL from a puppy mill, but despite his unfortunate upbringing he is a loving, affectionate, happy dog.

Tigger gets along well with other dogs and with older, respectful children.  It is unknown how he is with cats as there are no cats in his foster home, but given his personality he would probably be fine.  He is a quiet, easy-going fellow that loves to be around his humans.

Tigger does have a fused bone in his back leg that causes him to walk with a bit of a limp (likely from a previous break that was not treated medically and set improperly), but this does not limit him from walking, running and jumping.  He is able to get up and down stairs and on and off furniture with ease.  Nothing's going to stop this determined pooch!

Check out these adorable videos of Tigger playing with his foster family:

Despite only living in a home for a few months, Tigger is making huge strides with his house training (a belly band helps for those times he can't seem to remember), and sleeps through the night on a dog bed with his foster buddies. It's like he always had a family, even though the reality is a much sadder story.

Tigger has spent far too long without a forever home of his very own, so don't make this spunky guy wait any longer. He is patiently waiting in his foster home in Oshawa, and would love to join your family. If you are interested in Tigger, please submit an application through our website (please note that he is listed as 'Bouncing Tigger' in our list of Adoptable Dogs) or send us an e-mail for more information.

Happy adopting!

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