Olive

My story

Name: Olive Age: 4 years old Sex: Neutered Male Breed: Poodle Mix Color: Black/Brown Weight: 8.2 kg (18 lbs) Height (at shoulder): 40 cm (15.7 in)   About Olive: Olive is a sensitive, loyal pup who builds deep bonds with his trusted person. While he can approach strangers and accept being held, he prefers slow introductions — especially when it comes to touch. If you try to pick him up suddenly, he may give a gentle warning bark. But if you let him know you’re about to pick him up, he often curls into position or even rolls over to show his belly, ready for cuddles He’s okay with children under 13 but, due to his sensitivity to sudden touch, he would do best in an adult-only home. Once he’s comfortable, he’ll let you pick him up easily and loves belly rubs from his trusted human. Olive enjoys the company of a few select dogs rather than large groups. When around multiple dogs, he may stay near people or off to the side. But in a calm environment with just one other dog (especially of similar size and energy level), he’s playful and friendly. He tends to be more comfortable with smaller or similar-sized dogs and is less at ease with large or high-energy dogs. Behavior & Training: Olive is moderately active — he enjoys his walks but settles down calmly at home. He’s calm in the crate,  rides well in the car, and is currently doing outdoor potty. He rarely barks unnecessarily, but may alert bark when someone rings the bell or unfamiliar people arrive. He has some reactivity to moving things during walks — like cats, birds, motorcycles, or other dogs — and sometimes wants to chase. With consistent leash training and structure, this is manageable; right now, a firm leash hold is often enough to redirect him. He does best with a calm, confident handler who sets boundaries clearly. He isn’t food-possessive and allows people to take things from his mouth without issue. But if given too much freedom, Olive may try to make his own rules — he thrives with a structured environment and consistent leadership. He’s currently attending regular grooming sessions to desensitize him to paw handling and clippers, as he doesn’t enjoy his paws being touched and can be sensitive during grooming. Background: Olive came into the city shelter after his previous owner had to give him up due to unavoidable circumstances. Based on the steel chain marks on his neck, he was likely kept outside as a yard dog. Despite this tough start, Olive is learning how to be part of a loving home and has made great progress. Olive is a smart, sensitive soul with a huge heart for the right person. If you’re patient, consistent, and ready to build trust at his pace, Olive will reward you with deep loyalty and affection. You can also see his post on our Facebook (Link to Post) or Instagram (Link to Post) Send in your application today through our website https://adoptmekoreanrescue.org/adoption-application/   AKR dogsHe can arrive at Vancouver or Toronto airport and may be able to arrive at some US airports (Seattle, LA, NY, Boston etc) where we have flight volunteers. If interested, please contact us. ##2419080##

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