Pawsitive Steps Dog Rescue and Training services specializes in the rescue and placement of abused, neglected, abandoned, and injured dogs of Ontario and other

For Adoption

All Our Dogs Are
-Spayed or Neutered
-Up to Date On Core Vaccinations
-Microchipped

Core Vaccinations include the following;
-canine distemper virus
-canine parvovirus
-canine adenovirus-2 (hepatitis)
These 3 vaccinations will show as their DHPP immunization on their passport
-rabies virus

Microchip Information
Your new family members microchip DOES NOT come registered. Please visit https://www.24petwatch.com/ca to register your pets microchip number!

PLEASE CLICK ON EACH DOGS PICTURE TO VIEW MORE PHOTOS OF THEM!

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JUNEBUG

(one of our “dump babies”)

*smart, balanced, sweet*

Age: 4 Mos

Sex: Female

Location: Ottawa Valley, ON

Spay: Not yet

UTD vaccinations – Yes/will be on adoption

Breed: Hound mix?

Size – M/Large (she’s about 25lbs, smaller than her siblings)

Energy: Medium

Dogs: Yes please

Cats: Yes

Kids: Yes

House Trained: Yep, doing well there

Basic commands: Yes

Crate Trained: Yes

Known Issues: None! She’s perfect

From her foster:

June has been an absolute joy to have. She’s a goofy little girl that loves to play with her foster dog brothers and running around the yard with the kids as well. She’s still learning that the cats don’t want to play the same way the other dogs do but she’s not overly obsessed with them. She likes to settle in for bed with a nice belly rub and is absolutely loving the house life for sure!!

CALLIE (Caliente)

Age: 4-6mos

Sex: Female

Location Ottawa Valley, Ontario Canada

Spayed – Awaiting appointment

UTD vaccinations – Yes/will be on adoption

Breed: Dump Baby (we really don’t know, best guess lab mix)

Size – M/L (approx 26 lbs right now)

Energy: Medium-High, very playful

Dogs: Yes

Cats: Not tested yet

Kids: Yes

House Trained: Yes

Basic commands: Yes

Crate Trained: Yes

Known Issues: None

From her Foster:

Callie (Calliente) is a sweet and spicy one, she has no fear and wants to investigate everything. She is very sweet and lets everyone knows what is on her mind with a variety of barks, yips, squeals and other noises that cannot be described. She loves to stir the pot get all the other dogs involved in wrestling or playing and then hide like they are being mean to her.

Callie has huge puppy dog eyes, a dainty frame with feet that do not match and an innocent face that is very decieving. She is VERY proud when she finds “new” treasures. Her favorites so far include socks, Paper Towel and Toilet Paper, She will go into cupboards and drawers to find the best stuff. Her nose leads the way, and it is VERY good at finding food that you may think is out of reach, but she is part acrobat and will find it!

Callie was one of the 5 babies found foraging and surviving on their own in the dump. Her little spirit and smart brain is no doubt what kept her alive to be rescued!

TUFF

Age: 4-6mos

Sex: Male

Location Ottawa Valley, Ontario Canada

Spayed – Awaiting appointment

UTD vaccinations – Yes/will be on adoption

Breed: Dump Baby (we really don’t know, best guess lab mix)

Size – M/L (approx 24 lbs right now)

Energy: Medium-High, very playful, cuddly

Dogs: Yes

Cats: Not tested yet

Kids: Yes

House Trained: Yes

Basic commands: Yes

Crate Trained: Yes

Known Issues: None (besides THOSE EYEBROWS, gosh!)

From his foster:

Tuff likes to sit back and watch the shenanigans. He circles his bowl as he eats, he takes a few kibbles, 2 steps backwards, chews, stands, takes a step to the side, up 2 to the bowl takes kibbles, rinse and repeat until he is done. He also likes to bounce and hop when he gets excited. He has a really big bark. Is not a fan of being touched by the other dogs when he is asleep- if another dog touches him he grumbles you tell him to stop and he does. The fosters are confident working this out

Tuff has developed a very gentle giant type personality, he plays in short spurts and then sleeps. His favorite place is the couch and he likes to cuddle up to anyone whether on the couch, bed, deck, it doesn’t matter, he wants to be cuddling one of his humans or a dog- he loves to play and takes redirection from older dog really well. He has a quirky personality full of uncoordinated, feet and legs that are too big and amazing markings that make him truly unique with an amazing temperament and love.make an awesome addition to any family

SPENCER

Age: 5 Mos

Sex: Male

Location: Ottawa East

Neutered: Not yet

UTD vaccinations – Yes/will be on adoption

Breed: Great Pyr/Shepherd

Size – Large (he’s about 46 lbs now)

Energy: Medium-ranges from house sloth to zoom king

Dogs: Yes (preferable)

Cats: Not tested

Kids: Yes

House Trained: Yep! smart boy

Basic commands: Yes

Crate Trained: Yes

Known Issues: besides window licking? no 🙂

From his foster:

He’s a hunter and likes to watch, almost like he’s taking the world in and learning what’s supposed to happen. He’s very intelligent and will find a way to get what he wants. Spencer is a fun loving doggo, he loves playing with his foster siblings and helping train the little one with things he’s learned (good and bad)

He’s always up for a cuddle, or to lay about. When it gets too hot, he gets out of the heat and finds a cooler location. He loves hunting, whether it’s moths or other bugs (he’ll go digging for em if they get into the grass) He’s very food motivated, he literally hops when you’re walking with his food dish.

Spencer will be your side kick through it all

APOLLO

(one of our “dump babies”)

*loyal, sweet and gentle*

Age: 4 Mos

Sex: Male

Location: Winchester, ON

Neutered: Not yet

UTD vaccinations – Yes/will be on adoption

Breed: Hound mix?

Size – M/Large (he’s about 25-30 lbs now)

Energy: Medium

Dogs: Yes please

Cats: Yes (current foster cat grooms him and takes naps with him)

Kids: Yes

House Trained: Yep!

Basic commands: Yes

Crate Trained: Yes

Known Issues: None! He’s perfect

From his foster:

Apollo is such a sweet boy who takes everything in stride. He was very nervous when he first arrived but is doing great in that department now. He is more comfortable with women then men but is coming around quickly. Loves kids and doesn’t mind a chaotic house at all. He is very gentle with the cat and had even received (and loved) a grooming from her. He loves to be touching a dog, cat or person. Apollo is amazing in his crate, and likes sleeping in it during the day with the door open and at night with it closed. He is very food motivated, so learning some basic commands quickly (come and sit so far). No toy/food aggression and shares his food bowl with the other dogs. He is not destructive in the house and loves playing with a ball or toys. He is learning “fetch” and brings the ball back! He has adjusted very well to life in a house with very minimal accident and when he does he will use the pee pad. He loved to follow right behind me when we go outside and makes an excellent shadow.

WHISKEY

2+ years old

Male, Neutered. All core vaccines UTD

Kids- older yes, he’s a knock over risk with wee ones

Dogs – yes with proper introductions

Cats/small animals – no. No exceptions. High prey drive

Ideal home/family – active people to adventure with.

Fav things – water/swimming, long walks, exporing on a hike (long line not loose) snuggle naps, car rides, learning new things

Not fav things we are working on

Seeing dogs on walks, being told no. Learning polite (not jumpy) manners for meeting and playing with people.

If you’re Whiskeys missing link, the person that will appreciate and care for him for the rest of his life please apply here. Tell your refs to expect a call. We can’t move forward with your application until they do.

SOPHIA

(one of our “dump babies”)

*smart, balanced, sweet*

Age: 4 Mos

Sex: Female

Location: Winchester, ON

Spay: Not yet

UTD vaccinations – Yes/will be on adoption

Breed: Hound mix?

Size – M/Large (she’s about 20lbs, smaller than her siblings)

Energy: Medium

Dogs: Yes please

Cats: Yes (current foster cat grooms her and takes naps with her)

Kids: Yes

House Trained: Yep!

Basic commands: Yes

Crate Trained: Yes

Known Issues: None! She’s perfect

From her foster:

Sophia is one of the smartest pups I’ve met. Sophia is such a sweet girl who takes everything in stride. She is smaller then her brother and other dogs in the house, but has no problem keeping up and playing hard. She is so gentle with the cat, follows her for a sniff and carries on her way. Sophia is amazing in her crate, and likes sleeping in it during the day with the door open and at night with it closed. She is very food motivated, so is learning some basic commands quickly (come and sit so far). No toy/food aggression and frequent shares her food bowl with the other dogs. She will take the odd shoe but has not chewed anything and will leave it when told. Sophia loves people and kids. She has adjusted very well to life in a house with very minimal accident and when she does she will use the pee pad.

MAPLE

*smart, , sweet and cuddly*

Age: 6 Mos

Sex: Female

Location: Pembroke, ON

Spay: Not yet

UTD vaccinations – Yes/will be on adoption

Breed: Unknown

Size – M/Large (she’s about 45lbs, est 65 full size)

Energy: Medium to high at times (7/10)

Dogs: Yes

Cats: Yes

Kids: Yes

House Trained: Yep!

Basic commands: Yes

Give paw

Stay

Sit

Lay down

Show your Belly!

Crate Trained: Yes

Known Issues: None!

From her Foster:

Maple is really good with the kids and the other animals. She likes to be cuddled and pet. She gives allot of kisses she is amazing on a leash for walking and she loves it .

NAVY

NOVA

NAVY & NOVA
(sisters)
hoping to keep together but will consider separating them for the right homes

Age: 2 Years
Sex: Female
Location: Ottawa Valley, ON
Spayed: Yes
UTD vaccinations – Yes/will be on adoption
Breed: Lab/Great Pyrenees
Size – L (Navy 60lbs, Nova 70lbs)
Energy: Medium
Dogs: Yes
Cats: Unknown
Kids: Yes
House Trained: Yes (and they have free access to house when humans are away)
Basic commands: Yes
Crate Trained: No
Known Issues: They can be a little protective of each other when they are not sure of things, but that will settle as they get comfortable in their new homes
Tricks: They will both give kisses prior to any meal (at a time, they sit, I’ll put the bowl down, turn and get smooches, the “ok!” And they can eat)

From their foster:
Navy and her sister Nova are incredibly bonded. We have been working on short-term separation by walking each of them with one of ours, but they are still nervous and agitated without the other around but improving. We’re really hoping we can find them a home together. They’re also very protective of each other, with our own (often mis-mannered dog). Nothing bad, just verbal and over immediately. As they settle it’s not really happening anymore.
They are incredibly sweet and love everybody. Navy, especially, is very taken with our daughter. She even sleeps in her room with her at night. We’re still getting to know them, but they both have the typical pyr attitudes, and will bark at all the things, especially once everyone’s in the house and settled. I think they’re “on guard” then. Again this is something that settles as they get used to the normal sights and sounds of a home. They’re both such sweet girls, and they really just need a good home where they can be together.

ROSY

Age: 5 Years

Sex: Female

Spayed: Yes

UTD vaccinations

Breed: Pointer/Lab/Eastern European Hound mix

Size – M/L (40lbs)

Energy: Medium-High

Dogs: Yes

Cats: Unknown

Kids: Unknown, but came from a family setting

House Trained: Yes

Basic commands: Yes

Crate Trained: Yes

Known Issues: A little anxious at first but warms up quick!

chronic snuggler

From their foster:

Rosy is an owner surrender for family reasons, she came from Turkey when we were adopting from there. She loves her hugs and attention. Loves to snuggle. She knows when it bed time and goes into her crate and eats her meals in her crate as well. Very treat motivated. This sweet, beautiful girl has a lot of love in her and is looking for her forever to give it to. She’s a little timid at first but warms up quickly. If there’s another dog or dogs she just has to know where she fits in. She loves people. She’s always looking for a scratch on the belly or behind the ears. Loves getting hugs and kisses. Very treat motivated and gets excited to go for walks. At first on her walks she pulls a bit, but calms down when with commands. When you say bedtime she goes in her crate. She respects boundaries and is not aggressive with bones or food. She also loves a pup in a cup from time to time.

ROVER

4-6Mths old male mediun size Hound mix

Neuter and vaccines included

High energy boy, learning boundaries with dogs, has not met cats, children he loves.

From their foster:

Rover

Are you missing socks? Mysterious smells around your house? Unsolved snack disappearances? Well, have no fear, Rover is here! This hound/beagle mix takes his detective work very seriously—his nose is always on the case. Whether it’s tracking down the latest kitchen crumb or solving the mystery of “Who’s been sitting on the couch?”—spoiler alert: it’s always him—Sherlock is always on the go.

A connoisseur of fine sniffs, he’s a busybody with a flair for loudly SINGING his investigative reports. When he’s not hot on the trail, he’s keeping you up to speed with the latest in neighborhood gossip (aka barking at squirrels, the mailman, and possibly that leaf that moved suspiciously).

If you’re ready for a four-legged detective who never clocks out and will definitely keep your life interesting, Rover is your guy. Just don’t expect any unsupervised snacks, but do expect loads of cuddles and snuggles