Maggie is fostered in the Scarborough area.
Maggie is a puppy mill survivor who came to the rescue earlier this year. She is a Bichon mix and weighs 7.5 kgs and is approximately 5 years old. She has been spayed and is up to date on all her shots. A dental cleaning where several teeth were removed was completed but other than that there were no concerns.
Although still very shy and somewhat unsure of people's intent, Maggie is blossoming into a sweet, and very lovable character who loves being with her foster family.. She is well behaved when meeting new people but has not yet been in the company of children and it is unknown how she would do with cats.
While she has come a long way in a very short time, she still needs more practice walking on a leash and is only comfortable going for short walks close to home. Maggie loves going out into the back yard and spends lots of time walking around checking for new smells. Zoomies around the house have become a daily performance. She is almost fully housetrained, very rarely having accidents and she only uses a pee pad when necessary. Maggie knows the commands come and stay and is starting to take treats from my hand. She is a good traveller in the car, enjoying watching the world go by or having a nap. Maggie has recently shown an interest in playing with other dogs and toys. Currently she is living with two other pups.
Maggie eats kibble and wet food twice a day and finishes it quickly. She loves treats and will wait patiently for them. So far, she hasn't met a dog treat she doesn't love. She has recently discovered bananas and enjoys one or two small pieces.
Maggie now likes to sit on the couch with the other dogs and her person or will curl up in one of the many dog beds around the house. Maggie sleeps soundly through the night on the bed with her foster family. With time, Maggie is relaxing more and will sometimes lie on her back with her two front paws up in the air.
A family living in a house with a fully fenced backyard and lots of patience for a sweet girl learning to live in a new world outside a a puppy mill where she was used for breeding is a must.
For those interested in adopting one of our puppy mill release dogs, please be aware that these dogs often require extra patience, structure, and ongoing support.
Their temperaments and behaviours can vary widely, and for the best outcome, adoptive homes MUST have access to a fully fenced yard and understand that rehabilitation is a gradual process. Many of these dogs have not yet experienced living in a home, regular interaction with people, leash walking, housetraining, or even having a name. All of these new people, environments, and activities can be scary for them and many are flight risks while they adjust. Leash walks may not even be a safe option for them initially which is why having access to their own fenced yard is essential. They need a patient adopter who can meet them at their comfort level and gently help them learn how to be a companion animal.
Due to time constraints, we cannot respond to every email asking for more information on a dog. If you are still interested in adopting, please fill out the adoption application form at the bottom of that page.
