Sonja (Foster-to-Adopt)
Sonja’s Story
Sonja is available for Foster to Adopt!!
***Please apply at https://www.fetchandreleash.ca/adoption-info#adoption-form***
As a foster-to-adopt family, you will have two weeks to get to know your new furry house guest before committing to adoption. At the end of two weeks, if you choose not to move forward with adoption, we simply ask that you continue to provide a safe and loving home until their new forever family can be found.
During your foster-to-adopt trial, you’ll receive the support of a Fetch + Releash mentor to help you through the transition and answer any questions or concerns you may have.
Foster-to-adopt families will be required to pay a $200 deposit on the adoption fee and sign our foster-to-adopt waiver in advance. If you choose not to adopt, your $200 will be refunded to you within 30 days of your dog being adopted into a new family provided you see your pup through to adoption. If you choose not to see your dog through to adoption, you will forfeit your deposit.
Foster-to-adopt families will be expected to provide their own supplies. Visit https://www.fetchandreleash.ca/adoption-info for more info on mandatory supplies.
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Sonja / Female / 8 years old / 47 lbs / Mixed Breed / Dog Selective / No Cats / Untested with Children / From Mexico / Fostered in Mississauga
Meet Sonja! Sonja's journey to a better life began when she was discovered in a residential area in Mexico, scavenging for food in garbage bins. She was emaciated, and covered in fleas. A compassionate lady came to her rescue and, recognizing Sonja's need for care and love, brought her to the shelter.
Sonja is a gentle soul and is described by her foster as loving, sweet, protective, and timid. She loves cuddling with her known people, occasionally chewing on an antler, and sleeping on soft places like her bed or the couch. She will curl up beside her foster and nudge her hand with her nose for more pets.
Sonja is still adjusting to her new world and is quite nervous and timid when outside. She gets nervous around new people, especially men and may growl, or bark, if she thinks they are approaching her. Sonja gets 2-3 walks a day of around 30 minutes each. She will pull if she is scared and try to get away. Sonja prefers quiet areas over busy and loud ones. She has shown signs of being fearful of noises such as people, cars and bikes. Sonja is doing well going out on the same routes and getting used to her new world but will need time and patience to feel confident in a new space. Sonja is skittish during decompression but once she gets comfortable she trusts her humans. Her adoptive family will need to work on showing her calmness.
Sonja enjoys playing fetch and chase so don't be surprised if she tries to convince you to keep playing. When in a backyard she will need supervision as she loves to dig. If asked to stop, she usually listens. Her foster parent is working on recall using a squeaker and providing high value treats, she is learning very quickly.
Sonja’s ideal forever family would be a quiet family in a quiet neighbourhood. She is looking for a true love kind of deal with lots of cuddle time. She’s content with a few short walks a day but would appreciate a yard so she can sit outside somewhere quiet and familiar.
Sonja is good in the house and very polite. She may briefly whine when crated but settles down quickly and is usually calm for up to 5 hours. Her foster finds that she enjoys being gated more than she does crated, so this is something that her adoptive family may want to consider. She hasn’t chewed anything and does not counter surf. She is very respectful of her foster moms belongings. Sonja sleeps in the crate overnight without issue. Sonja is still working on basic training. She knows her name, sit, paw and wait so far. She is quite food motivated so should pick up basic commands quickly.
Sonja is dog-selective. She has happily met some dogs, but with others, she has barked and lunged if they get too close. She could potentially live with another dog but will require proper introductions. Sonja would do best in a home without any cats. Sonja has not met any children but likes a calm and predictable environment so would be best in a home without young children.
If you're searching for a loyal, affectionate, and active companion to be a cherished part of your family, Sonja is ready to fill that role. Her resilience and loving nature will warm your heart and bring joy to your home. Adopt Sonja, and you'll have a devoted and loving friend for life.
Sonja is a flight risk and our top priority in her furever home is safety. Her forever family must take precautions to keep her safe and secure, including the purchase of a GPS tracker which will be required for adoption.
Sonja has Enamel Hypoplasia which is the thinning of the enamel on her teeth. Homecare will help with brushing, but she may require professional dental cleaning in the future. Sonja should avoid hard chews, toys, and treats as her teeth will be more prone to breaking during play.
If you're interested in fostering with the intention of adopting Sonja, please apply at https://www.fetchandreleash.ca/adoption-info#adoption-form
Sonja's adoption fee is $250. To learn more about our adoption fees and the adoption process, please visit our FAQs at https://www.fetchandreleash.ca/about-us#about-faqs.