Stryker

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: Stryker<br/>Breed: Maremma Sheepdog Cross<br/>Size: Large (60lbs)<br/>Energy: Medium<br/>Kids: 12+ years<br/>Dogs: Yes<br/>Cats: Yes<br/><br/>🐾 Hi… I’m Stryker 🐾<br/><br/>I’m not the kind of dog who runs up to everyone right away.<br/><br/>I like to take my time. I watch, I listen, and I decide when I’m ready.<br/><br/>The world has felt a little scary to me, but I’m learning—slowly and bravely—that not everyone is. Every day I come out of my shell just a bit more. I’ve started letting people pet me when I feel comfortable, and when that happens, it’s a really big deal for me.<br/><br/>Once I trust you, I’m very gentle and very loyal. I enjoy quiet company and calm moments—being near without pressure, just sharing the same space. That’s where I feel safest.<br/><br/>I need someone patient. Someone who understands that love doesn’t always arrive loud and fast. Someone who will let me warm up in my own way and celebrate the small victories—because those small steps mean everything to me.<br/><br/><br/>I promise this: if you give me time, kindness, and reassurance, I’ll give you my whole heart. It might take a little while, but it will be real, deep, and forever.<br/><br/>If you’re gentle with me, I’ll be gentle with you too.<br/><br/>Love,<br/><br/>Stryker 💙<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: Stryker
Breed: Maremma Sheepdog Cross
Size: Large (60lbs)
Energy: Medium
Kids: 12+ years
Dogs: Yes
Cats: Yes

🐾 Hi… I’m Stryker 🐾

I’m not the kind of dog who runs up to everyone right away.

I like to take my time. I watch, I listen, and I decide when I’m ready.

The world has felt a little scary to me, but I’m learning—slowly and bravely—that not everyone is. Every day I come out of my shell just a bit more. I’ve started letting people pet me when I feel comfortable, and when that happens, it’s a really big deal for me.

Once I trust you, I’m very gentle and very loyal. I enjoy quiet company and calm moments—being near without pressure, just sharing the same space

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: Stryker
Breed: Maremma Sheepdog Cross
Size: Large (60lbs)
Energy: Medium
Kids: 12+ years
Dogs: Yes
Cats: Yes

🐾 Hi… I’m Stryker 🐾

I’m not the kind of dog who runs up to everyone right away.

I like to take my time. I watch, I listen, and I decide when I’m ready.

The world has felt a little scary to me, but I’m learning—slowly and bravely—that not everyone is. Every day I come out of my shell just a bit more. I’ve started letting people pet me when I feel comfortable, and when that happens, it’s a really big deal for me.

Once I trust you, I’m very gentle and very loyal. I enjoy quiet company and calm moments—being near without pressure, just sharing the same space. That’s where I feel safest.

I need someone patient. Someone who understands that love doesn’t always arrive loud and fast. Someone who will let me warm up in my own way and celebrate the small victories—because those small steps mean everything to me.


I promise this: if you give me time, kindness, and reassurance, I’ll give you my whole heart. It might take a little while,