ASPIRA (Lebanon) kt

Golden Retriever | Sumas, WA

AdultFemaleMediumGerman Shepherd Dog

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Meet ASPIRA (Lebanon) kt

Hello. My name is ASPIRA (Hope) and here is a bit of info about me:Breed: Golden Retriever / German Shepherd MixAge: 3.5 yrsGender: FemaleWeight: 21 kgHeight:  55 cmHighlights: loyal, independent, intelligent, affectionateReady for a loyal companion? Your bestest buddy? Your pal, partner, bff? I'm up for adventuering in life with you.My story began in a neighborhood in Lebanon, where I faced cruelty at the hands of children throwing rocks at me. Fortunately, a kind-hearted soul intervened, rescuing me from further harm. As I found refuge in the safety of the rescuer's car, a glimmer of hope shone in my eyes, despite the abuse I had endured. Touched by this resilience and determination to survive, my rescuers decided to name me Hope, symbolizing the optimism for the brighter future that I embody.Being an affectionate girl, you won't go a day without being loved up by me. I'm both intelligent and also independent, while still retaining my connectedness to you. While I am an active gal, I can exude a state of calmness, as well.I'd really like a home where we can do some hiking, beach walks and just plain fun activities. Then come home and enjoy settling into each others embrace for relaxation. I am good with other dogs too:  https://youtube.com/shorts/cFttZWDsXzA. Hoping you hear my heart calling yours.Energy Level: moderateI get along with:Dogs: yesCats: unknownKids: yesFears: none observed. Please be patient assisting me in my transition.Training: a little leash workLeash skills: Some. Please be prepared to train meHouse trained:  No. Please help me learn!Health notes:I have been spayed/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.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.[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 receive 4D SNAP tests - which include: Heartworm, Ehrlichiosis, Leishmania and Anaplasmosis.

Adoption Process
-adoption application, phone interview, home visit, meet the dog. Adoption fees range from $400 to $600 depending on the dog's age. Contract required. Spay/neuter if animal currently too young & return policy to us if animal can no longer be kept, unless other contract arrangements previously made.