Critical Care
Jughead – Adopted June 2023!
Jughead
Breed: Collie Mix
Gender: Male
Age: approx. 3 months
Size: Suspected to grow to be Medium/Large
Energy Level: Puppy Energy, high with lots of naps
Training Goals: Basic Manners
House trained? Working on it!
Kids? Yes, with active supervision & separation
Cats? Yes, with active supervision & separation
Dogs? Yes, with active supervision & separation
Medical Needs: Recovering from Parvovirus, continuing vaccinations, and neuter surgery
About Me:
Hi I'm Jughead and I am at the beginning of my journey at WAG. I have a lot to learn but I am eager to be taught. Little is known about my life prior but it seems that everything is quite new to me. I've started to show off my endearing personality and my playful puppy side around my new friends. They say I am a sweetheart and ever so friendly despite the challenging start I had in life.
Luckily, we have been given a second chance via WAG's Critical Care Program. This fund (made possible via donations from their generous supporters) enables WAG to help those who require additional medical care and resources. If you are in a position to do so - please consider donating today!
Now that we have a plan in action for my health - what I REALLY need next is a stable home committed to me and ready to give me a life with love and adventure for the rest of my years. I would so love a family who will be proactive with my health and understanding of my challenged beginning. Some basic training with a WAG-approved positive reinforcement trainer would be beneficial while I learn new skills and transition into my new life. I will need a family who will be patient, kind, understanding and able to take on a dog who may have special needs, my profile will be updated as WAG learn more.
If you have room in your home and your heart for Jughead and you are able to help him through his health journey - then what are you waiting for?! Scroll down and fill in an application form today.....
My Perfect Match:
A family;
-with a lot of love to give me and who will keep me safe for the rest of my life
-who understands that a lot of things are new to me, I will need time to adjust to my new surroundings and learn all of the things that puppies need to know to do well in life!
- Is ready for the 10+ year commitment
- Loves everything puppy
-who will be proactive with my training, using a WAG approved trainer that will help me continue to gain confidence and give my family the tools they will need
-who understands that if I am expected to live with resident dogs, cats or children, that introductions must be taken slowly to make sure I am comfortable and kept safe
-who might have a safe & secured yard as a bonus for morning zoomies! If not, they are okay with using a long line to allow freedom but keep me safe
-who will love me forever no matter what, quirks and all!
My Story:
WAG received a call from a Squamish resident who needed to surrender some very sick puppies, one puppy didn't survive. Once we got them to the Vet they tested positive for Parvovirus.
Archie and Jughead were being hospitalized and receiving the best supportive care possible at Eagleview Veterinary clinic.
After some around the clock care at the vet, they were transported to WAG’s Isolation unit and continued on supportive care.
Vaccinate your pups. If you think your dog has parvovirus call your vet immediately.
Archie – Adopted June 2023!
Archie
Breed: Collie mix
Gender: Male
Age: Approx. 3 months old
Size: Expected to be medium to large
Energy Level: Puppy energy, high with lots of naps needed
Training Goals: Basic Manners
House trained? Still working on it!
Kids? Yes, with Active Supervision & separation!
Cats? Yes, with Active Supervision & separation!
Dogs? Yes, with Active Supervision & separation!
Medical Needs: Recovering from Parvo, finishing vaccination rounds and neuter surgery.
About Me:
Hi I'm Archie and I am at the beginning of my journey at WAG. I have a lot to learn but I am eager to be taught. Little is known about my life prior but it seems that everything is quite new to me. I've started to show off my endearing personality and my playful puppy side around my new friends. They say I am a sweetheart and ever so friendly despite the challenging start I had in life.
Luckily, we have been given a second chance via WAG's Critical Care Program. This fund (made possible via donations from their generous supporters) enables WAG to help those who require additional medical care and resources. If you are in a position to do so - please consider donating today!
Now that we have a plan in action for my health - what I REALLY need next is a stable home committed to me and ready to give me a life with love and adventure for the rest of my years. I would so love a family who will be proactive with my health and understanding of my challenged beginning. Some basic training with a WAG-approved positive reinforcement trainer would be beneficial while I learn new skills and transition into my new life. I will need a family who will be patient, kind, understanding and able to take on a dog who may have special needs, my profile will be updated as WAG learn more.
If you have room in your home and your heart for Archie and you are able to help him through his health journey - then what are you waiting for?! Scroll down and fill in an application form today.....
My Perfect Match:
A family;
-with a lot of love to give me and who will keep me safe for the rest of my life
-who understands that a lot of things are new to me, I will need time to adjust to my new surroundings and learn all of the things that puppies need to know to do well in life!
- Is ready for the 10+ year commitment
- Loves everything puppy
-who will be proactive with my training, using a WAG approved trainer that will help me continue to gain confidence and give my family the tools they will need
-who understands that if I am expected to live with resident dogs, cats or children, that introductions must be taken slowly to make sure I am comfortable and kept safe
-who might have a safe & secured yard as a bonus for morning zoomies! If not, they are okay with using a long line to allow freedom but keep me safe
-who will love me forever no matter what, quirks and all!
My Story:
Dozer – Adopted September 2023!
DOZER
Breed: Heeler Cross
Gender: Male
Age: Approx. 1 year old
Size: Medium/ Large
Energy Level: High energy busy pup!
Training Goals: Basic manners, settling in and adjusting to a more urban environment, working on reducing my anxiety, working on alone time once settled in
House trained? Yes
Kids? No thank you! I'd like to be an only child with all the focus on me!
Cats? No thanks, I get a little too excited and will likely chase them.
Dogs? Potentially, with safe introductions, proper supervision and seperation. Although I have A LOT of energy and have been healing from a critical wound so have to be careful and require a lot of love and attention from my carers. I'd likely settle sooner if I was the only doggo.
Medical Needs: I have now needed two serious operations and am finally recovered! I am currently on medication for my anxiety as I am stressed out and having a hard time at the shelter.
About Me:
Hi I'm Dozer!
I am another recipient of WAG's Critical Care Program, a fund 100% supported by community donors to help injured and sick animals in need. I came into WAG's care after being taken to Coast Mountain Veterinary with a large infected open wound on my neck. I was in a lot of pain and required general anaesthesia in order to be cleaned up and properly checked over. It was really scary as it looked as though a jugular vein had collapsed and the tissue around the wound itself was necrotic alongside deep pyoderma (skin infection). I was a very brave boy and with the help of the experienced Vet team I had extensive surgery and was fitted with a drain and sutures before returning to WAG for a well deserved rest. The next few days were tough. I needed a lot of care, cleaning, medication and supervision. Due to the placement of the wound I couldn't wear a cone or collar - I did really well though and everyone told me I was the bestest boy EVER as they cleaned me and monitored my progress several times a day.
It has now been over 10 weeks since I was injured, I have not had an easy ride at all with my recovery. I had multiple infections which did not resolve with antibiotocs and it was decided that the vets needed to reopen the wound and go through a second surgery! It was complicated and there was a lot of concern due to the nature of the original wound, but I came out the other side and am feeing a little better! More TLC for me, which is hard as I love to run around and play but fingers crossed I am going to be allowed to adventure more again soon.
I am such a sweet little guy and have enjoyed making lots of new human friends - we've bonded over treats, cuddles, naps and lots of short leash walks to get me out and about. I've been introduced to some of the other 4-legged residents and have had sleepovers at friends' houses and spent lots of my time in amazing foster homes.
I am a young smart doggo who is full of energy, keen to be by your side at all times, with a lot of love to give and lots to learn about the world around me. I am currently feeling very anxious and am in need of a loving home to commit to my future and take care of me. I am on medication to help me with my BIG feelings which I have a lot of. I am working on a training plan which helps me and my foster but I need a forever home where I can truely settle into a routine where my days are more consistent. When I am unsure and there is lots going on around me (at the shelter for example) I have been VERY vocal, bouncy and find it SO hard to settle down and relax. When I'm out on walks I do really well, thats my foster mom's favourite times of the day, as well as some calm time at home chilling out afterwards.
I need someone confident in looking after dogs like me ideally and willing giving me a real chance to succeed in my new home with lots of patience and love. I am such a great doggo, I've just had a really hard time lately and am in need of some TLC. I know my person is out there somewhere!
Although I like other dogs, my transitional period would be much more simple if I am to be the only dog (or cat) in the home. I'd like a quiet place to rest my head and be able to settle, knowing that I am loved, cared for and looked after and your number one! I have BIG feelings and I need you to listen to me and give me a second chance at life.
**WARNING: SOME IMAGES BELOW SHOW ANIMAL INJURIES THAT SOME MAY FIND UPSETTING**
I'm looking for......
A person(s):
-with patience and understanding that I may need time to adjust to my new surroundings and that I am still in recovery
- that loves sweet velcro dogs who enjoy walks and adventures
- that will be able to help me in my continued recovery and aftercare, whatever that may include
- that will keep me safe and love me always, no matter what!
- that is eager to learn more about dog body language so you can understand what I'm communicating to you
- that will be proactive with my training, using a WAG approved trainer that will help me gain confidence and give my family the tools they will need. I have a lot of anxiety and am looking for a stable home with a human who will help me with a calm day to day life and a consistent routine.
- that will be ready for a long term commitment to me
- that will keep me healthy and happy with proper exercise and yearly vet visits
If you're dedicated to providing a safe home using only fear-free, positive reinforcement training methods, please fill out an application below:
My Story:
After an incident left me with life threatening injuries requiring urgent treatment, I came into the care of WAG so that I could get the care I needed and would have a chance of recovery. It hasnt been easy, my wound has required a lot of after care and costly vet visits but I am being well looked after.
WAG is now fundraising for Dozer's extended medical costs, medication, aftercare and more. If you are not in a position to adopt Dozer, please consider donating for WAG'S Critical Care Fund!
**WARNING: SOME IMAGES BELOW SHOW ANIMAL INJURIES THAT SOME MAY FIND UPSETTING**
Brew – Adopted September 2023!
BREW
Breed: Mastiff Mix
Gender: Male
Age: Approx. 8 years old
Size: XL (approx. 55kg!)
Energy Level: Low/Medium but don't let my age fool you - I'm a playful BIG puppy
Training Goals: Adjusting to my new home
House trained? Yes
Kids? Yes, with proper supervision and seperation
Cats? I have shown a little too much interest in them at times, so it might be best for me to have no feline siblings in the home! However it does depend on the cat as an older relaxed cat might be ok....
Dogs? Yes, with proper introductions, supervision and separation. I am gentle but find some younger dogs a little annoying to be around ALL the time but I'm the best uncle to the shelter pups!
Medical Needs: awaiting further information regarding possible heart condition - appointment with a cardiologist specialist coming up soon! Monitoring tooth health. Yearly vet visits.
About Me:
Hi I'm Brew - I have been in the care of WAG for nearly 10 weeks now! Most of these have been in foster but I am back at the busy shelter sadly for now and would much rather be in a loving home.
I was another recipient of WAG's Critical Care Program, a fund 100% supported by community donors to help injured and sick animals in need. I arrived at WAG after being attacked by a group of dogs so I was rushed to the vets and spent several hours having tests, being cleaned up, stitched up and fitted with a drain. The worst of it is my front right leg, my muscles were ripped and I was knuckling alot, with no option to amputate due to my large size. I was in a lot of pain, so was given a cocktail of antibiotics and painkillers and came back to WAG for a big well deserved sleep. Even though I was seriously injured, I welcomed pats and cuddles and will greet every new human I meet with a big waggy tail! It has been several weeks since my ordeal and I am feeling so much better. I am enjoying going on short walks and am standing flat on my foot instead of knuckling. I was neutered a couple of weeks ago and whilst I was under anasthesia it was discovered that my heart beat had some irregularity. I am awaiting a checkup with the doggy cardiologist which is coming up soon. This meant that my dental checkup was put on hold for now and I am only allowed calm walks and no running or playing excitedly with other dogs. I am the sweetest boy, I seek affection and want to be near my human carers all the time. I like other doggos and have been lucky enough to have mostly been relaxing in foster homes since but I'd really prefer a home to call my very own.
Please consider taking on a less adoptable like me, I am the BEST BOY and I deserve to find a family who will keep me safe and give me all the love and care in the world for the rest of my years, whatever the future may bring!
An update from my previous foster mom:
I love everything - walks, food, people and dogs.
I have a gentle and loving soul. I love going for a walk and do an excited dance when I know its time to go out for a stroll.
I get along with almost every dog, but sometimes I find super energetic dog annoying.
I would rather not sleep outside of your room, but I will happily once I know you are safe and it's bedtime.
I need very little maintenance. I love dinnertime, cuddles and a good head scratch!
**WARNING: SOME IMAGES BELOW SHOW ANIMAL INJURIES THAT SOME MAY FIND UPSETTING**
My Perfect Match:
- A family with patience and understanding that I may need time to adjust to my new surroundings and that I am still recovering from major surgery for my injury and my neuter.
- Loves big beautiful dogs who enjoy cuddles and laid back adventures. No big hikes or running for me please!
- Will be able to help me in my recovery and rehab as needed, including potential heart issue monitoring.
- Will keep me safe and love me forever, no matter what!
- Eager to learn more about dog body language so you can understand what I'm communicating to you.
- Be ready for an ongoing commitment to Brew and his health.
- Will keep me healthy and happy with appropriate exercise and yearly vet visits as well as anything else that might come up as I am an older guy.
If you're dedicated to providing a safe home using only fear-free, positive reinforcement training methods, please fill out an application below:
My Story:
After being attacked by a group of dogs resulting in life threatening injuries; a concerned community member reached out to WAG to enable me to access the medical help I so urgently needed.
WAG then fundraised for Brew's medical costs, medication, aftercare, rehab and more. If you are not in a position to adopt Brew, please consider donating for WAG'S Critical Care Fund to help Brew and other animals like him get the second chance they deserve.
**WARNING: SOME IMAGES FURTHER BELOW SHOW ANIMAL INJURIES THAT SOME MAY FIND UPSETTING**
Gurgi – Adopted!
GURGI
Breed: Shepherd Terrier Mix?
Gender: Male
Age: Unknown - approx. 6-9 months old
Size: Small (currently under 10kg and on a plan to gain weight)
Energy Level: medium, may increase as I become healthier and gain confidence
Training Goals: settling into a new home, getting used to a more urban environment, basic training
House trained? Currently using pee pads
Kids? Unknown. Potentially with proper socialisation, supervision and separation.
Cats? Unknown. Potentially with proper socialisation, supervision and separation
Dogs? Unknown. Potentially with proper socialisation, supervision and separation
Medical Needs: Strengthening my hind legs and anything else recommended by the vet. Getting neutered when I'm ready.
About Me:
Hi I'm Gurgi (pronounced Gur-gee) and I am at the beginning of my journey at WAG. I was brought in by a concerned citizen who had been keeping an eye on me for a few days whilst looking for my owners. When I arrived the staff noticed that I was underweight and really itchy, as well as having some questions about my gait and movement. I had lots of loose poops and a distended belly so have been treated for worms and fleas, given a bath, ear clean and a nail trim to help me feel better. I've been to see WAG's partner Vets who advised that even though I may look like a young puppy - I actually have all my adult teeth so I'm likely to be between 6 and 9 months old. My teeth are not in a good condition so I will require a professional dental cleaning and one extraction to improve them. I'm a goofy little guy, check out the photos below of my big webbed front paws which can trip me up at times, alongside my turned out hind legs, which are getting stronger! For now - the Vets recommend a high quality diet and daily probiotics. It is not yet known if my hind legs will continue to improve with diet, exercise and care, or if there is something more worrying going on with me. I am getting stronger every day and have already received some vaccinations. I'll eventually get neutered, too. At the moment, I am enjoying getting to know the humans at WAG and am practising wearing a harness and leash for exploring. I have a lot to learn but I am eager to be taught. Little is known about my life prior but it seems that everything is quite new to me. I've started to show off my endearing personality and my playful puppy side around my new friends. They say I am a sweetheart and ever so friendly despite the challenging start I had in life.
Luckily I am being given a second chance via WAG's Critical Care Program. This fund (made possible via donations from their generous supporters) enables WAG to help those who require additional medical care and resources. If you are in a position to do so - please consider donating today!
Now that I have a plan in action for my health - what I REALLY need next is a stable home committed to me and ready to give me a life with love and adventure for the rest of my years. I would so love a family who will be proactive with my health and understanding of my challenged beginning. Some basic training with a WAG-approved positive reinforcement trainer would be beneficial while I learn new skills and transition into my new life. I will need a family who will be patient, kind, understanding and able to take on a dog who may have special needs, my profile will be updated as WAG learn more.
If you have room in your home and your heart for Gurgi and you are able to help him through his health journey - then what are you waiting for?! Scroll down and fill in an application form today.....
My Perfect Match:
A family
-with a lot of love to give me and who will keep me safe for the rest of my life
-who will keep my health in mind and be proactive with my medical care, whatever that may include moving forward. This may include rehabilitation of my legs, depending on how I get on these next few months. Of course as well as yearly checkups as standard, caring for me after my neuter surgery and so on
-who is willing to take a couple of trips to WAG to get to know me before taking me home. I have had a lot of changes recently and am a little unsure
-who understands that a lot of things are new to me, I will need time to adjust to my new surroundings and learn all of the things that puppies need to know to do well in life!
-who will be proactive with my training, using a WAG approved trainer that will help me continue to gain confidence and give my family the tools they will need
-who understands that if I am expected to live with resident dogs, cats or children, that introductions must be taken slowly to make sure I am comfortable and kept safe
-who might have a safe & secured yard as a bonus for morning zoomies! If not, they are okay with using a long line to allow freedom but keep me safe
-who will love me forever no matter what, quirks and all! I am a special boy and my future mobility may not be as per a typical pup, but I am learning and growing stronger
My Story:
I came to WAG as a stray via a concerned citizen who had noticed me on my own and wanted to get me the medical attention and care I clearly needed. I was taken to the vet and am working on getting healthy and finding my forever family who will keep me safe for the rest of my life.
If you are not in a position to adopt but would like to support WAG, please consider donating to our Critical Care Program so Gurgi and other animals get the care they need!
Hunter
HUNTER
Breed: Pitbull Terrier
Gender: Male, neutered
Age: 5.5 years old
Size: Medium (some may consider me large at approx. 30kg/ 66 pounds)
Energy Level: Medium/ High
Training Goals: settling into a new home, working on loose leash walking, not jumping up, etc
House trained? Yes
Kids? Potentially with proper socialisation, supervision and seperation. I have lived with kids before.
Cats? No thank you! I'd quite like to chase them
Dogs? Unknown. I have not lived with other dogs before. Potentially calmer older dogs however I am not allowed to run or play properly currently due to my surgery.
Medical Needs: continuing rehab after TPLO surgery , then yearly veterinary visits and anything else I might need.
About Me:
Latest updates:
July 2023
I had my next recheck with Dr. Lane and the team at Points East West and was a VERY GOOD BOY. I have X-RAYs, then range of motion tests, spinal alignment, laser and some acupuncture.
It has been several weeks since my successful TPLO surgery and WAG is extremely thankful to my loving foster families who have helped me every step of the way! It has been a lot of hard work on their end (and mine!) including exercises, restrictions, medications, woundcare and keeping my days full of love and fun whilst I have been healing. I am excited for my next steps and am hopeful that my forever family will find me soon and give me the home I deserve for the rest of my days.
Thank you from the bottom of our hearts to all of our supporters and generous donors who have made this surgery possible via WAG's Critical Care Fund. Hunter is just one of many special cases this year, and thanks to you he has been given a second chance. Now all he needs is a family to call his own!
Hunter simply can't wait to get out of the shelter and back onto a couch! If you think he'd complete your family and you are able to help him through his health problems then what are you waiting for?! Scroll down and fill in an application form today.....
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Hi I'm Hunter and I am on the HUNT for my forever home after being brought to WAG as a stray. I am a very sad boy as I was used to living in a home but my old owner didn't come back to claim me so I need to start all over again. I have recently been to Pemberton Vet for a general health checkup and to make sure my vaccines were up to date. Whilst there they also investigated an old injury affecting one of my back legs, to advise further action on that so my quality of life can improve with a plan moving forward. XRAY's showed that I have a left CrCL tear and also quite possibly a right partial CrCL tear too. The radiographs were sent to our specialist at Points East West and surgery was recommended on one leg to start with, to allow me to return to my previous healthy active lifestyle. However as I am a high energy active dog, I will not be impressed about needing downtime in order to recover post surgery and insure its success. The humans are working out the details at the moment, including fundraising for the cost of the initial expensive first TPLO surgery and all of my aftercare needs. In the meantime I have been prescribed a pain medication and antiflammatory to help me feel better.
Now we've got the serious stuff out of the way, would you like to get to know me better? Of course you do! I am a big lovebug with a kind soul, I adore cuddles, kisses and being around the staff. It's fun when I go out for walks with my friends at the shelter and am working on my loose leash skills and learning not to jump up when I am extra excited. I'm verrrry strong and keen to chase squirrels in the woods on occasion. I have also shown a little too much interest in the cats at the shelter so I should be adopted into a home with no small animals. I seem to quite like dogs, but havn't had the chance to play with the other residents as I needed the all clear from the vet first due to my leg and unknown recent vaccine status.
I have made lots of friends at WAG, and although my heatbrearking arrival wasn't planned and prepared for, WAG can't wait to help me find a new home and recieve the life changing specalist injury treatment I deserve. Having been turned away by other organisations - I am being given a second chance via WAG's Critical Care Program.
This fund (made possible via donations from their generous supporters) enables WAG to help those who have nowhere else to turn. Sadly this means occasionally animals from elsewhere are abandoned in this jurisdiction due to desperation that can come from becoming unhoused and personal circumstances changing.
After already being rehomed once due to no fault of my own, what I REALLY need next is a stable home committed to me and ready to give me a life with love and adventure for the rest of my years, who will be procative with my health and understanding of my recent instability. Some basic training with a WAG approved positive reinforcement trainer might be beneficial whilst I brush up on my previous skills.
My Perfect Match:
- A family with a lot of love to give me for the rest of my life
- A family who will keep my health in mind and be proactive with my medical care, whatever that may include moving forward. This will include recovery, medication and rehab as a surgery has been recommeded by the specialists. As well as yearly checkups as standard
-Is willing to take a couple of trips to WAG to get to know me before taking me home. I have had a lot of changes recently and am a little unsure
- Understanding that a lot of things are new to me, I may need time to adjust to my new surroundings
- Understanding that if I am expected to live with resident dogs or children, that introductions must be taken slowly to make sure I am comfortable and kept safe
- Be proactive with my training, using a WAG approved trainer that will help me contiinue to gain confidence and give my family the tools they will need
-Having a safe & secured yard would be a bonus for morning zoomies! If not, being okay with using a long line to allow freedom but keep me safe
-Will love me forever no matter what, quirks and all!
My Story:
I was brought to WAG by a RMOW Bylaw officer after a report came in that I had been left tied to a post in a park in Whistler. Not much is known about my life prior, just that I was a member of a family and was used to a life inside the home. I was neutered when I was younger and had my initial series of vaccinations, however I have been living with a leg injury which has now be treated via WAG's Critical Care program.
If you are not in a position to adopt but would like to support WAG, please consider donating to our Critical Care Program to help Hunter receive the surgery and post surgical medical care he needs!
