JESS (Bulgaria, yo)
English ShepherdI am currently available to BC adopters and can be sent to Vancouver. I will be coming to Montreal in December. Good day. My name is JES... show more
I am currently available to BC adopters and can be sent to Vancouver. I will be coming to Montreal in December. Good day. My name is JESS and here is a little info about me: Breed: Karakachan (Bulgarian Shepard)/English Shepard Age: 1 yr (15 mo) Gender: fe Weight: 40 kg Height: 70 cm Dumped at a gas station on a busy road outside a major city in Bulgaria, my rescuer saw me lying in the grass. She stopped to feed me. The attendents said I was left there the day before by a lady who drove off before anyone could ask what she was doing! Despicable, isn't it. I was nearly hit playing by the road. Thankfully my rescuer saved me. I really enjoy just sleeping and relaxing on the couch with the occasional “zoomies”. Also, basking in the sun and being in the yard. I am playful & loving. I WAS afraid of the lead in the beginning. Now I walk confidently on lead, mostly “loose lead”, come through the door with no problem and have mastered the stairs. They are continuing to work with me and see a huge improvement. I am slowly building my confidence. I even had my very first bath and did very well. Still a little afraid of new experiences such as different houses with different doors and is still afraid of the car, but I have made tremendous progress! And with treats and positive reinforcement, I am improving so much!! I used to get very excited when seeing a new dog while we’re on a walk. In the beginning I was pulling, barking, whining, etc..., but now I have gotten to a point where I may stare at the dog a little longer and give off a little whine, so I am making big progress in this area, as well. I may reach a max of 45-50 kg once I fully “fill out”, so training is important. My rescuer has spent a lot of time working with me and has seen drastic improvement. I will definitely need a home committed to my training and keeping my mind busy, as I am SO incredibly smart. I know “sit”, “lie down”, “paw”, “open the door”, “sit and wait for food”, and “go outside” and aI learned it all with almost no effort. Can you say 'Rally' dog for our future? I am VERY smart and food motivated! https://youtu.be/8orkrMyZJE0 What? Doesn't every dog love zucchini? I love to play https://youtu.be/ENMqsYwZxAI I do play a a little more rough with one rescue shepherd mix https://youtu.be/iCzHX2PN0eI, but am more submissive with the resident dog, as she (the resident dog) corrects me often when I get in her face and don’t use my manners. Overall, I am more of a submissive dog. I do enjoy having a lot of attention, but also enjoy the company of and playing with other dogs. I would do well in a home with another dog, if my future owners are experienced, as I do resource guard my food with other dogs only (not humans). My rescuer can reach in my bowl and I don’t react, but will react if another dog tries. I am okay sharing toys. https://youtu.be/RFcd6BCaXzM. Also I am house trained, never had an accident indoors. I do prefer going potty in the yard though instead of on our walks. I spend a lot of time outside as my rescuer has a doggie exit and I can choose when to be out. So, that would be ideal, if you have it. Or if you are just really outdoorsy folks. I have been getting introduced to cats more closely now and although interested, don't seem all that eager to engage. Running peaks my interest some. https://youtu.be/pZ6_oNbM5SU, https://youtu.be/X7nrtd7s5ls Energy Level: Moderate I get along with: Dogs, yes. Cats, yes, in home, don't seem that interested. Chase outside cats though. Vids coming. Kids, unknown Prey drive: low. My adopter needs to be willing to train me through these behaviours, should they arise. I do chase cats outside of my home, but leave my own alone when inside. Fears: I am scared of sticks. I will walk away, if you produce one. She exhibits behaviour of an abused dog so, little doubt I was hit before being rescued. I am still a bit afraid of new experiences/places and the car. But, I have made progress. Training: some Leash skills: yes. Please be prepared to continue training. House trained: Yes. Please be prepared to help me learn where to go in my new home! Health notes: I have been spayed, vaccinated and microchipped. My adoption fee is 750.00 CAD plus applicable taxes. This includes my transportation to Canada, if I am able to be accompanied by a fight 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. show less
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