Hi, my name is SHYLO and below is some info about me:Breed: Whippet/Shepard mixAge: 3-1/2 yrsGender: maleWeight: 19 kg (41 lb)Country of origin: UAEHighlights: sweet natured, gentle, affectionate, well-mannered, very people friendlyRemarkable, well-mannered, and sweet-natured are the words my rescuers use to describe me.Being a unique Whippet and Shepherd mix, I carry a blend of grace and loyalty,My journey began in the harsh deserts of the UAE, where I was one of 1,200 dogs struggling to survive in a shelter with no electricity or resources.Despite those heartbreaking conditions, my gentle spirit caught the eye of a kind worker who moved me to the city for a better chance.After a hopeful foster period with an Italian family and a subsequent stay with my current rescuer, I have shown that I can blend beautifully into a family with children and house help.While I’ve had many transitions, each one has only proven how much love I have to give.Affection and a people-friendly nature are my greatest strengths.I am truly a joy to be around, though I am sensitive to loud or sudden external sounds.When startled, my first instinct is to find a 'safe zone' rather than show aggression.While I am generally fine with other dogs, personalities can sometimes clash, as seen with my previous Boxer housemate, so I would likely thrive most as your one-and-only 'fur child.'Providing me with a secure spot to retreat to and some patience with doorbells will help me settle into a confident, happy boy.Stability and affection are what I crave most.A family with 'two-legged siblings' (children) would be wonderful, as I’ve already shown how well I connect with them.While I’m fairly good on a leash, I can still be on high alert outside and may pull occasionally, so continued training will be a great bonding activity for us.If you can offer a heart full of love and a safe sanctuary for me to call my own, I promise to bring endless happiness into your life.Energy Level: ModerateI get along with:Dogs: yesCats: unknownKids: unknown. Rescuer states yes, but no video proofFears: none observed, though I am sensitive to external loud noises. Please be patient assisting me in my transition.Training:Leash skills: yes, some, no. Please be prepared to continue training.House trained: Yes. Please help me learn where to go in my new home.Health notes:I have been neutered, vaccinated and microchipped.My adoption fee is $800.00 CAD plus applicable taxes. This includes my transportation to Canada, if I am able to be accompanied by a flight volunteer directly to Vancouver. 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.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.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.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.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. You will NOT be asked to pay a passenger fee on top of the cargo fee.[MID-EAST] *Vaccinations: Dogs from the Middle East are vaccinated for rabies, parvo, distemper, leptospirosis, adenovirus type 1 and para-influenza. Bordetella is not given, as that has not been a problem in the Middle East.[TURKEY] Dogs from Turkey receive a 4D SNAP test to include Leishmania, Heartworm, Ehrlichia, & Anaplasma, as well as Giardia, Parvo, Corona & Distemper.
