Age: Approximately 6- 7 years old / American Eskimo Dog / To be Spayed Female / 25 lbs
HOUSEHOLD REQUIREMENTS
KIDS: YES, 15+ years. Romy is a gentle, sweet-natured dog who can be a little cautious when meeting new people. She would do best with older, respectful children who can give her space to settle in and get comfortable.
OTHER DOGS: YES, with dogs of a similar size. Romy has done well with other small to medium-sized dogs and may enjoy having a canine companion in her new home pending a successful meet-and-greet.
CATS: YES. Romy has previously lived with a cat and is expected to do well in a home with a cat given proper introductions.
ENVIRONMENT: Romy can be vocal when left alone, so she is looking for a detached home or a placement where noise is less likely to impact neighbours.
CARE & COMMITMENT
ONGOING VETERINARY CARE: Romy was noted to have moderate dental disease, thickening of her right stifle, and a luxating patella on her left stifle. At this time, our veterinary team does not feel these findings require intervention. We are currently awaiting bloodwork results and will update her profile as more information becomes available.
DAILY EXERCISE: Romy enjoys her walks and would benefit from regular daily exercise to keep her physically and mentally fulfilled.
PATIENCE & POSITIVE INTRODUCTIONS: Romy prefers thoughtful introductions and can be slightly head shy when first meeting new people. She appreciates being allowed to approach at her own pace and tends to warm up quickly once she feels comfortable.
ABOUT ROMY
Romy is a charming little American Eskimo Dog with a big personality packed into a fluffy package.
Romy is settling into shelter life while we continue learning more about her. What we have discovered so far is that she is an incredibly sweet girl who forms strong bonds with her people and has a lot of love to give.
When meeting new people, Romy appreciates a gentle approach. She can be a little cautious and somewhat head shy initially, but once she realizes she is safe, her affectionate side quickly begins to shine. She is the type of dog who enjoys building trust and developing a close connection with her family.
. As we continue getting to know her, we are still assessing her interest in toys and evaluating her behaviour around high-value food items. We will provide updates as we learn more.
One thing that is already clear is that Romy has a fun-loving spirit and a wonderful ability to connect with the people around her. She is looking for a family willing to give her the time she needs to settle in and thrive. In return, she promises loyalty, companionship, and plenty of happy moments.
If you're looking for a sweet, intelligent companion with a fluffy coat, a gentle heart, and lots of potential, Romy may be the perfect addition to your family.
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HOW TO APPLY?
If you would like to meet Romy, please submit an inquiry from Petfinder by clicking "Start your inquiry" on this page.
Or reach out directly via email to: animal.shelter@vancouver.ca
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All adult dogs at Animal Services have veterinary health checks, and are spayed or neutered, vaccinated, dewormed and defleaed (if necessary) before going to their new homes.
Children: Yes 15+
Cats: Yes
Dogs: Yes
Training Needs: Basic manners
Adoption Fee: $391
If you live in the City of Vancouver, you will also need to purchase a dog licence.
For more information on our adoption process, go to vancouver.ca/adopt
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