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Elvin

  • Young
  • Male
  • Medium
  • Shepherd
  • Belgian Shepherd / Malinois

About Elvin

Oshawa, ON

Breed

Shepherd&Belgian Shepherd / MalinoisMix

Physical Traits

Young
(1-3 years)
Male
Medium
(26-60 lbs)

Behavior

House-trained: Yes

Health

Spayed/Neutered:
Yes
Vaccinated:
Yes

Elvin’s Compatibility

    This pet has good 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.

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Elvin's Story

Only applications for adoption in Durham Region will be considered. Any out of area applications will be disregarded. Please see our website for information on our adoption process. Please note that all questions on the application must be answered fully in order to be considered.<br/><br/>Name: Elvin<br/>Breed: Shepherd/Malinois mix<br/>Gender:  Male<br/>Size: Medium<br/>Energy: Medium<br/>Kids:  Yes<br/>Dogs: Yes<br/>Cats: Unknown<br/><br/> **Meet Elvin — Your Holiday Miracle Pup!** <br/><br/>Elvin has been with TAGS since December and is now settling into a new foster home, where his confidence continues to grow each day. He’s a young pup full of gusto, curiosity, and affection.<br/><br/>While he is still building confidence in new environments and may take a minute to warm up to new people, Elvin is naturally social and eager to connect. He would thrive with a confident, loving leader who can continue guiding him and helping him feel secure.<br/><br/>Elvin walks beautifully on leash. He heels when asked and is also comfortable with loose-leash walking. He loves backyard playtime and is learning to fetch — sometimes he brings the toy back, and other times he proudly shows you where it landed and lets you handle the retrieval!<br/><br/>He is currently living with a dog-savvy cat. He has been respectful so far, though he is becoming more curious about his four-legged housemate and will occasionally attempt to initiate play.<br/><br/>Elvin is a smart boy who enjoys engagement toys and regular exercise. He settles well in his crate and can happily entertain himself with toys while his family is busy, but he’s just as content soaking up affection whenever it’s offered.<br/><br/>Elvin has been seen by a veterinarian and is doing very well. He is up to date on age-appropriate vaccinations and follows TAGS’ harm-free flea and tick prevention practices. Elvin will receive all remaining age-appropriate vaccinations and be neutered prior to final adoption.<br/><br/>Elvin would do best with an active individual or family who will continue providing structure, leadership, and plenty of love while nurturing his bright, curious puppy mind.<br/><br/>If interested, please complete our application form found at https://animalguardian.org/how-to-help/adopting-a-rescue/adoption-applications/. Applications other than the TAGS form will not be considered.

Only applications for adoption in Durham Region will be considered. Any out of area applications will be disregarded. Please see our website for information on our adoption process. Please note that all questions on the application must be answered fully in order to be considered.

Name: Elvin
Breed: Shepherd/Malinois mix
Gender:  Male
Size: Medium
Energy: Medium
Kids:  Yes
Dogs: Yes
Cats: Unknown

**Meet Elvin — Your Holiday Miracle Pup!**

Elvin has been with TAGS since December and is now settling into a new foster home, where his confidence continues to grow each day. He’s a young pup full of gusto, curiosity, and affection.

While he is still building confidence in new environments and may take a minute to warm up to new people, Elvin is naturally social and eager to connect. He would thrive with a confident, loving leader who can continue guiding him and helping him feel secure.

Elvin walks beautifully on leash. He heels when asked and is also co

Only applications for adoption in Durham Region will be considered. Any out of area applications will be disregarded. Please see our website for information on our adoption process. Please note that all questions on the application must be answered fully in order to be considered.

Name: Elvin
Breed: Shepherd/Malinois mix
Gender:  Male
Size: Medium
Energy: Medium
Kids:  Yes
Dogs: Yes
Cats: Unknown

**Meet Elvin — Your Holiday Miracle Pup!**

Elvin has been with TAGS since December and is now settling into a new foster home, where his confidence continues to grow each day. He’s a young pup full of gusto, curiosity, and affection.

While he is still building confidence in new environments and may take a minute to warm up to new people, Elvin is naturally social and eager to connect. He would thrive with a confident, loving leader who can continue guiding him and helping him feel secure.

Elvin walks beautifully on leash. He heels when asked and is also comfortable with loose-leash walking. He loves backyard playtime and is learning to fetch — sometimes he brings the toy back, and other times he proudly shows you where it landed and lets you handle the retrieval!

He is currently living with a dog-savvy cat. He has been respectful so far, though he is becoming more curious about his four-legged housemate and will occasionally attempt to ini

How To Adopt

Elvin was listed as ADOPTABLE by The Animal Guardian Society
How can I adopt Elvin?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with The Animal Guardian Society. 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 Elvin 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 The Animal Guardian Society for details on the pet.
When can I meet Elvin?
If you've submitted an inquiry, The Animal Guardian Society will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Elvin, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to The Animal Guardian Society, and they'll be happy to help!
The Animal Guardian Society's Adoption Policy
Please note that since TAGS is a smaller volunteer program, we are limited to adoptions within the Durham Region area. We encourage those applicants who apply outside of the area to check your local shelters and rescue programs. We are always happy to refer you to a program in your area. The TAGS Adoption Process consists of these steps: Step 1 – The Adoption Application: Whether you are interested in a particular animal already in our rescue program or wish to be considered for any animals that may become available in the future, you must complete the online Adoption Application Form in full. The application gives our volunteers an idea of what you have to offer a rescued animal and also helps to determine which animal will be better suited to your home environment. Applicants are requested to FOLLOW UP the online application submission by EMAIL to confirm their interest. We thank all applicants for their submissions, however only those applicants APPROVED by the TAGS Adoption Committee will be contacted. Step 2 – The Meet & Greet: Upon approval of your application, a TAGS representative will contact you to arrange a Meet & Greet with one or a number of our adoptable dogs. The Meet & Greets are held at the TAGS Dog Park & Training Centre, by appointment, on Saturdays between 11am and 2pm. Step 3 – The Home Visit: The visit consists of a minimum of two trained volunteers bringing the pet to the applicant’s home for a meeting. This gives the applicant an opportunity to see the pet in their home, and to ask further questions. Our volunteers will take this opportunity to get to know your family and your level of experience through a series of questions. Step 4 – The Extended Visit: After a Home Visit has been conducted, we encourage the potential adoptive family to take their time and discuss amongst themselves. Remember, adopting an animal is an important and large decision, and all family members should be in complete agreement. Should the family decide to request the Extended Visit, they must contact us with their request. However, please note that a Home Visit does not automatically entitle a family to an Extended Visit. The volunteers conducting the interview must also be comfortable that the match is suitable. Information gathered during the Home Visit is forwarded to the TAGS Adoption Committee for final approval. The potential adopter will be informed if their request is denied and why. Volunteers may also recommend a more suitable dog at their discretion. During the Extended Visit, the dog will come and stay in the applicant’s home for a number of days in order to determine if it is a good fit. Step 5 – The Adoption Agreement: If the first three steps have been completed successfully, the new owners must attend a mandatory 9 week workshop (dogs only).  Once that is completed, the final stage of the adoption process is the signing of an adoption agreement by the adopter and a TAGS representative. Only at this stage is ownership of the animal transferred from TAGS to the adopter, and they are free to begin a happy and life-long relationship. The Adoption Fee includes the following benefits: Veterinary health exam Spay/Neuter (done prior to adoption) Vaccinations appropriate for age Rabies vaccine for all pets 5 months of age and older Microchip Implant and registration Parasite treatment including De-worming 4DX SNAP Screening test Nail trim if needed Dental if needed 9 Weeks of behaviour training classes (dogs only) 7 day in home trial TAGS Adoption Fees Puppies: $899.00 Adult dogs over one year: $799.00 Kittens: $400.00 Cats: $300.00 The fee is to be paid at the time of signing the adoption contract.

Elvin is from The Animal Guardian Society

[Oshawa, ON]

Our Mission
It is our mission to provide re-homing and medical care to displaced companion animals and to support the community in areas of humane education, behaviour counseling, the promotion of responsible pet ownership, and the needs of animals.
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