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Canela

  • Young
  • Female
  • Medium

Canela

Current Location

Washington, DC

Breed

Shepherd&Shetland Sheepdog / SheltieMix

Physical Traits

Age: Young, (1-3 years)
Gender: Female
Size: Medium, (26-60 lbs)

Behavior

House-trained: Unknown

Health

Spayed/Neutered:
Yes
Vaccinated:
Yes

Canela's Compatibility

  • This pet has unknown compatibility with kids.

  • This pet has good compatibility with dogs.

  • This pet has unknown compatibility with cats.

  • This pet has unknown compatibility with other animals.

Adoption Fee

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Canela's Story

Please contact Kady Hammer (KadyH@luckydoganimalrescue.org) for more information about this pet.Sweet and well mannered girl ISO forever family! CANELA NEEDS A FOSTER OR FOREVER HOME!!!!<br/>Name: Canela Best Guess for Breed: Shepherd/sheltie mix<br/>Best Guess for Age: 9 months as of September 2026 SEX: female<br/><br/>Approximate Weight: 40 lbs<br/><br/>Gets Along With: Other dogs! We haven't seen them with cats or kids but we are happy to discuss integration techniques with any potential adopters!<br/>Currently Living at: PR shelter, needs a foster or forever home to come to DC!<br/><br/>Canela is Looking For: Her forever home! This cutie wants nothing more than to have her own humans for sniffy walks and romps in parks and all the adventures they can dream up - and for snuggles after a fun day together. Making pup pals along the way would be great too. Quality kibble and a cushy dog bed are on her wish list as well but what she wants most of all is to know where she belongs, to be safe and loved. What do you say? Does she have a spot in your home and your heart?<br/>What My Foster Says About Me: We will update once Canela has spent time in foster!<br/>Lucky Dog cannot guarantee any dog is housebroken. All of our dogs are working on their crate training.<br/>TO ADOPT: The adoption fee for this dog is $460, which includes the cost of routine vetting, including vaccinations and spay/neuter. If you are interested in adopting, please complete the Adoption Questionnaire online at bit.ly/adoptaluckydog .<br/><br/>Lucky Dog Animal Rescue does our best to provide accurate information about the dogs we have for adoption. That said, we cannot make any guarantees about age, breed or temperament.<br/>Thank you for contacting Lucky Dog Animal Rescue and helping to save a life! Please visit us online at www.luckydoganimalrescue.org .<br/><br/>BE A FOSTER!!! Fosters make it possible for Lucky Dog Animal Rescue to save and care for homeless and abandoned dogs! To learn about fostering, please contact fostering@luckydoganimalrescue.org!<br/>BE A SPONSOR!!!! Sponsors help Lucky Dog support the many dogs we save. To learn more about sponsorship, please contact info@luckydoganimalrescue.org !

Please contact Kady Hammer (KadyH@luckydoganimalrescue.org) for more information about this pet.Sweet and well mannered girl ISO forever family! CANELA NEEDS A FOSTER OR FOREVER HOME!!!!
Name: Canela Best Guess for Breed: Shepherd/sheltie mix
Best Guess for Age: 9 months as of September 2026 SEX: female

Approximate Weight: 40 lbs

Gets Along With: Other dogs! We haven't seen them with cats or kids but we are happy to discuss integration techniques with any potential adopters!
Currently Living at: PR shelter, needs a foster or forever home to come to DC!

Canela is Looking For: Her forever home! This cutie wants nothing more than to have her own humans for sniffy walks and romps in parks and all the adventures they can dream up - and for snuggles after a fun day together. Making pup pals along the way would be great too. Quality kibble and a cushy dog bed are on her wish list as well but what she wants most of all is to know where she belongs, to be safe and lov

Please contact Kady Hammer (KadyH@luckydoganimalrescue.org) for more information about this pet.Sweet and well mannered girl ISO forever family! CANELA NEEDS A FOSTER OR FOREVER HOME!!!!
Name: Canela Best Guess for Breed: Shepherd/sheltie mix
Best Guess for Age: 9 months as of September 2026 SEX: female

Approximate Weight: 40 lbs

Gets Along With: Other dogs! We haven't seen them with cats or kids but we are happy to discuss integration techniques with any potential adopters!
Currently Living at: PR shelter, needs a foster or forever home to come to DC!

Canela is Looking For: Her forever home! This cutie wants nothing more than to have her own humans for sniffy walks and romps in parks and all the adventures they can dream up - and for snuggles after a fun day together. Making pup pals along the way would be great too. Quality kibble and a cushy dog bed are on her wish list as well but what she wants most of all is to know where she belongs, to be safe and loved. What do you say? Does she have a spot in your home and your heart?
What My Foster Says About Me: We will update once Canela has spent time in foster!
Lucky Dog cannot guarantee any dog is housebroken. All of our dogs are working on their crate training.
TO ADOPT: The adoption fee for this dog is $460, which includes the cost of routine vetting, including vaccinations and spay/

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How To Adopt

Canela was listed as Adoptable by Lucky Dog Animal Rescue
How can I adopt Canela?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with Lucky Dog Animal Rescue. They may then ask for more details or an official application prior to an adoption. If you're a match, they'll reach out with next steps and timing.
How can I find out if Canela is a good fit for me?
Click the "See How You Match" button, answer a few simple questions, and see how you match up! It takes less than a minute to complete. You can also reach out directly to Lucky Dog Animal Rescue for details on the pet.
When can I meet Canela?
If you've submitted an inquiry, Lucky Dog Animal Rescue will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Canela, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to Lucky Dog Animal Rescue, and they'll be happy to help!
Lucky Dog Animal Rescue's Adoption Policy
How do you adopt a Lucky Dog or Lucky Cat? When you are ready to adopt a new friend, we'll ask you to complete our friendly screening process, which ensures safe and successful adoptions! Fill out an Adoption Questionnaire and we'll have a brief conversation with you to discuss your needs and preferences, and lifestyle as you look for a new family member.

Canela is from Lucky Dog Animal Rescue

[Washington, DC]

Our Mission
Lucky Dog Animal Rescue is an all-volunteer, non-profit animal rescue organization dedicated to saving the lives of homeless animals and educating the community on responsible pet ownership. Lucky Dog does not have its own facility. Instead, our dogs stay with temporary fosters (and occasionally boarding partners) while t...
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