Zaydi

Meet Zaydi: Your New Best Friend and Professional Cuddler<br/><br/>If you’re looking for a "Velcro dog" who will loyally follow you from room to room and shower you with affection, look no further than Zaydi. This sweet, loving soul is the definition of a companion dog—she is happiest whenever she is right by your side.<br/>View Zaydi's album of videos and more photos here https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.871489725501655&type=3<br/><br/>Zaydi was very loved by her previous family who surrendered her due to her owner having a serious back injury and no longer able to care for her. It is an honour to be entrusted with her care.<br/><br/>Zaydi is 7 years young, and a lean 60lbs. Like with any dog, she will require a family who will be able to care for her for the rest of her life, including lifting into the vehicle or assisting her on stairs, if ever needed, as she becomes older.<br/><br/>Personality & Temperament<br/>Zaydi is an incredibly eager-to-please girl with a heart of gold. Whether she’s curling up on the couch for a movie marathon or sleeping soundly in the big bed at night, her goal is simple: to be near her people. She has a medium energy level—she’s always up for a 20-minute stroll or a play session in the yard, but she’s equally talented at the art of relaxation.<br/><br/>Life in the Foster Home<br/>Social Butterfly: Zaydi is a friend to everyone she meets! She is great with new people and has shown no concerning behaviors when meeting other dogs. She currently enjoys playing with her canine foster siblings, large and small, both indoors and in the backyard.<br/><br/>House Manners: She is fully housetrained and has made wonderful progress in her foster home—most notably, she has officially retired from her "career" as a counter surfer!<br/><br/>Routine: While she isn't crated, she handles being left alone for about 4 hours a day without any signs of separation anxiety. She thrives on a consistent schedule and enjoys her time with her people the most.<br/><br/>On the Go: Zaydi is a fantastic passenger! She loves car rides and sits safely in the back seat with her seatbelt, ready for the next adventure.<br/><br/>Skills & Training<br/>Zaydi is a smart girl who is highly food motivated, which makes training a breeze.<br/><br/>Leash Skills: She can be a bit enthusiastic for the first few minutes of a walk and tends to pull, but she settles in beautifully once she gets those binkies out.<br/><br/>Boundaries: She has a very balanced temperament; while she will politely let a high-energy puppy know when they are invading her personal space, she shows no guarding behaviors with food or toys.<br/><br/>Health & Wellness<br/>Zaydi has worked hard to improve her mobility and muscle strength through regular exercise. To keep her feeling her best, her forever family should:<br/>Continue her daily walks to maintain that important muscle tone.<br/>Monitor her rear leg joints and keep an eye on any new lumps as she ages.<br/><br/>Zaydi had a successful CCL repair done by her owner in April 2025 and recovered well. Since coming into our care, we've worked hard on rebuilding her muscle tone and endurance and she is doing much better now!<br/>Zaydi also had two small growths removed, one from her eyelid and one from her lip area.<br/>Results of eyelid growth pathology: Benign melanocytoma<br/>Results of lip growth pathology: Histologic tumor-free margins: Clear; consisting of fibrous connective tissue. Oral melanocytic tumor of low malignant potential.<br/>Vascular invasion: Not observed<br/>Her new family will want to watch for any new growths that develop. Cutaneous melanocytic neoplasia is common in dogs. These growths typically occur in mature dogs with heavily pigmented skin<br/><br/>Zaydi would be a wonderful addition to many different types of homes. She would be perfectly happy as an only dog where she can soak up all the attention, or in a home with other calm canine companions. Her ideal family is one that is home often and looking for a dedicated companion to share their life with. Zaydi would like to mention that she really loves couches and beds and will need a home that allows dogs on furniture.<br/><br/>All inground pools must be fully fenced for safety-no exceptions<br/>Dog doors are not permitted<br/>Adoption Fee $750 -includes vaccinations, microchip, spayed, deworming, flea/tick/heartworm prevention and all vet care, food and supplies during their time with us.<br/><br/>We have also spent quite a lot on Zaydi's growth removal surgery, testing and assessments to ensure that she is a healthy girl before becoming available for adoption.<br/><br/>Reviewing the Profile<br/>Before submitting an application, we kindly ask that you thoroughly review the dog's entire profile. Each of our rescues has unique needs, and we prioritize matching them with families that meet the specific criteria outlined for their "ideal forever home."<br/><br/>The Application Process<br/>To maintain the highest standard of care for our dogs, we follow a structured screening process. <br/><br/>1. Vet Quality of Care Check<br/>2. Zoom Home Inspection & Interview<br/>3. In-Person Meeting in St. Jacobs<br/>Please note that an approved adoption application is required prior to scheduling any meetings. You may access the application form here: https://hobohavenrescue.ca/dog-adoption-application<br/><br/>4. Training Commitment<br/>We require proof of paid registration with an approved, positive-method trainer in a class environment with the family attending, before proceeding with the adoption.<br/>Why we require this: <br/>Our contract terms ensure that dogs are set up for success through training that builds trust, strengthens the bond and sets everyone up for success during the transition and for the future.<br/><br/>Educational Requirement: "Petfooled"<br/>As part of our commitment to "know better/do better," we ask all serious applicants to watch the documentary "Petfooled" (available for free on YouTube or Amazon Prime).<br/><br/>We believe quality nutrition is just as important as love. This documentary explores the pet food industry and the importance of species-appropriate nutrition. It is purely educational and helps ensure our adoptive families are equipped to provide the best long-term health for our dogs.<br/><br/>Meet-and-Greet Policy<br/>All of our dogs reside in private, volunteer foster homes. To respect the privacy and schedules of our foster families—and due to the high volume of inquiries we receive—meetings are only scheduled for applicants who have been fully approved through our screening process.<br/><br/>Next Steps<br/>If you believe your home is a great fit for one of our dogs, please submit your application at the link provided above<br/><br/>We do not allow applicants to visit until pre-approved for adoptions. Our dogs are in private foster family homes, not in a shelter.<br/><br/>Any questions may be emailed to hobohavenpetrescue@gmail.com<br/><br/>Due to the high volume of applications received for our dogs, priority of replies will be given to applicants who meet the criteria mentioned in the pet's profile.<br/><br/>We understand how disappointing in can be if your family is not an ideal match for our dogs , but please understand that our policies are for the dog's best interests first and foremost.<br/>We put a lot of time and effort into carefully assessing each dog's individual temperaments and personalities/needs.<br/><br/>Please do not ask us to make exceptions<br/><br/>Emails are best, our volunteers work full time and are often not able to answer or return phone calls in a timely manner.

Meet Zaydi: Your New Best Friend and Professional Cuddler

If you’re looking for a "Velcro dog" who will loyally follow you from room to room and shower you with affection, look no further than Zaydi. This sweet, loving soul is the definition of a companion dog—she is happiest whenever she is right by your side.
View Zaydi's album of videos and more photos here https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.871489725501655&type=3

Zaydi was very loved by her previous family who surrendered her due to her owner having a serious back injury and no longer able to care for her. It is an honour to be entrusted with her care.

Zaydi is 7 years young, and a lean 60lbs. Like with any dog, she will require a family who will be able to care for her for the rest of her life, including lifting into the vehicle or assisting her on stairs, if ever needed, as she becomes older.

Personality & Temperament
Zaydi is an incredibly eager-to-please girl with a heart of gold. Whether she’s curling up on the couc

Meet Zaydi: Your New Best Friend and Professional Cuddler

If you’re looking for a "Velcro dog" who will loyally follow you from room to room and shower you with affection, look no further than Zaydi. This sweet, loving soul is the definition of a companion dog—she is happiest whenever she is right by your side.
View Zaydi's album of videos and more photos here https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.871489725501655&type=3

Zaydi was very loved by her previous family who surrendered her due to her owner having a serious back injury and no longer able to care for her. It is an honour to be entrusted with her care.

Zaydi is 7 years young, and a lean 60lbs. Like with any dog, she will require a family who will be able to care for her for the rest of her life, including lifting into the vehicle or assisting her on stairs, if ever needed, as she becomes older.

Personality & Temperament
Zaydi is an incredibly eager-to-please girl with a heart of gold. Whether she’s curling up on the couch for a movie marathon or sleeping soundly in the big bed at night, her goal is simple: to be near her people. She has a medium energy level—she’s always up for a 20-minute stroll or a play session in the yard, but she’s equally talented at the art of relaxation.

Life in the Foster Home
Social Butterfly: Zaydi is a friend to everyone she meets! She is great with new people and has sho