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Hocus (20230205-03)

  • Adult
  • Male
  • Large

About Hocus (20230205-03)

Hamilton, ON

Physical Traits

Adult
(3-8 years)
Male
Large
(61-100 lbs)
Black

Behavior

Hocus (20230205-03)’s Compatibility

    This pet has good compatibility with kids.

    This pet has good compatibility with dogs.

    This pet has bad compatibility with cats.

    This pet has unknown compatibility with other animals.

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Hocus (20230205-03)'s Story

PLEASE READ THE INFORMATION IN THE DOG'S PROFILE, AS WELL AS THE INFORMATION ON OUR WEBSITE BEFORE EMAILING US WITH QUESTIONS. Our Volunteers use up valuable time answering questions, when the answers are readily available on our website.<br/><br/>We are a foster-based rescue. We do not have a facility. MEET & GREETS FOR DOGS IN ONTARIO WILL ONLY BE ARRANGED ONCE AN ADOPTION APPLICATION IS APPROVED. THANK YOU!!!<br/><br/>Please visit our website for more information: https://www.niagaradogrescue.com/ or fill in our adoption application: https://niagaradogrescue.com/adoption-application.php<br/><br/>Name: Hocus (20230205-03)<br/>Weight: Approx. 70 lbs<br/>Age: 2.5 year<br/>Gender: male<br/>Spayed/Neutered: yes<br/>Medical issues:<br/>Breed: lab mix<br/>Colour: black<br/><br/>Neck size (for collar): wearing a large<br/>Crate size recommended: large to x-large. He only uses his crate if he’s nervous and to eat in. He sleeps outside the crate on a dog bed in the bedroom with other dogs.<br/><br/>Good with women: yes<br/>Good with men: yes<br/>Good with kids: yes, has been around children as young as 5yo and he is fairly indifferent when they are around; no aggression whatsoever<br/>Good with other dogs: yes, just not small dogs<br/>Good with cats: no<br/>House trained: Yes<br/>Crate trained: yes, but not needed<br/>Energy level: high, needs lots of exercise. Currently has minimum 3 hours a day.<br/>Can be handled/touched: He does not like to be touched, will not seek to be touched and it will take a while for him to allow you to<br/>Barker: no<br/>Flight risk: yes, he will run from people he doesn’t know but has great recall for his people.<br/>Food aggressive: no<br/>Current food: Kirkland<br/>Walks on leash: yes, he walks nicely with a front clip harness. He will pull it on a collar and leash.<br/>Leash reactive to people or dogs: No<br/>Rides well in car: Yes, loves car rides and will try to snuggle when going on his adventures.<br/>Destructive: no<br/>Needs a home with a yard: yes<br/>Needs a home with another dog: yes<br/>Can live in an apartment: no<br/><br/>Foster Comments: Hocus has really come out of his shell. He’s a happy sweet boy. He is still nervous of sudden movements and can take a little while to trust people. He loves running and playing with other dogs. He’s got amazing recall and can go free hiking with the pack. He is calm in the house and is happy to relax after a run at the park. He is used to a lot of physical activity. Hocus would be best in an active home. Tired dogs are happy dogs! He loves food and treats. He knows sit, stay, come, drop, down. He loves lounging in the backyard when sunny. He’s the sweetest boy.

PLEASE READ THE INFORMATION IN THE DOG'S PROFILE, AS WELL AS THE INFORMATION ON OUR WEBSITE BEFORE EMAILING US WITH QUESTIONS. Our Volunteers use up valuable time answering questions, when the answers are readily available on our website.

We are a foster-based rescue. We do not have a facility. MEET & GREETS FOR DOGS IN ONTARIO WILL ONLY BE ARRANGED ONCE AN ADOPTION APPLICATION IS APPROVED. THANK YOU!!!

Please visit our website for more information: https://www.niagaradogrescue.com/ or fill in our adoption application: https://niagaradogrescue.com/adoption-application.php

Name: Hocus (20230205-03)
Weight: Approx. 70 lbs
Age: 2.5 year
Gender: male
Spayed/Neutered: yes
Medical issues:
Breed: lab mix
Colour: black

Neck size (for collar): wearing a large
Crate size recommended: large to x-large. He only uses his crate if he’s nervous and to eat in. He sleeps outside the crate on a dog bed in the bedroom with other dogs.

Good with women: yes
Good wi

PLEASE READ THE INFORMATION IN THE DOG'S PROFILE, AS WELL AS THE INFORMATION ON OUR WEBSITE BEFORE EMAILING US WITH QUESTIONS. Our Volunteers use up valuable time answering questions, when the answers are readily available on our website.

We are a foster-based rescue. We do not have a facility. MEET & GREETS FOR DOGS IN ONTARIO WILL ONLY BE ARRANGED ONCE AN ADOPTION APPLICATION IS APPROVED. THANK YOU!!!

Please visit our website for more information: https://www.niagaradogrescue.com/ or fill in our adoption application: https://niagaradogrescue.com/adoption-application.php

Name: Hocus (20230205-03)
Weight: Approx. 70 lbs
Age: 2.5 year
Gender: male
Spayed/Neutered: yes
Medical issues:
Breed: lab mix
Colour: black

Neck size (for collar): wearing a large
Crate size recommended: large to x-large. He only uses his crate if he’s nervous and to eat in. He sleeps outside the crate on a dog bed in the bedroom with other dogs.

Good with women: yes
Good with men: yes
Good with kids: yes, has been around children as young as 5yo and he is fairly indifferent when they are around; no aggression whatsoever
Good with other dogs: yes, just not small dogs
Good with cats: no
House trained: Yes
Crate trained: yes, but not needed
Energy level: high, needs lots of exercise. Currently has minimum 3 hours a day.
Can be handled/touche

How To Adopt

Hocus (20230... was listed as Adoptable by Niagara Dog Rescue
How can I adopt Hocus (20230...?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with Niagara Dog 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 Hocus (20230... 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 Niagara Dog Rescue for details on the pet.
When can I meet Hocus (20230...?
If you've submitted an inquiry, Niagara Dog Rescue will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Hocus (20230..., they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to Niagara Dog Rescue, and they'll be happy to help!
Niagara Dog Rescue's Adoption Policy
We are foster based, therefore we do not have a facility. Please submit an application through our website for consideration of any of our dogs. The full application process is outlined on our website.

Hocus (20230205-03) is from Niagara Dog Rescue

[Niagara Falls, ON]

Our Mission
Niagara Dog Rescue is a volunteer-based organization dedicated to helping homeless and unwanted dogs find a new home. We focus on dogs at immediate risk of being put down at high kill shelters and those living in deplorable conditions as strays. Any potential fosters or adopters are fully screened through vet, reference and...
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