Elton

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Elton / Male / 3 months / approx 20 lbs / Mixed Breed (will likely be large fully grown) / Good with Dogs & Kids / Untested with Cats / Local Surrender / Fostered in Toronto ** Follow Elton's journey on Instagram: @tk_fetchfosters** Meet itty bitty Elton! This little pup came to Fetch & Releash at just four weeks old alongside his siblings. As you'd expect from a puppy this young, he's a little ball of rambunctious, curious, and adorable energy. He loves to eat, play, cuddle, and nap, and he'd love to do it as part of your family. We'll give you the big puppy disclaimer later on, but for now, let's focus on the good parts of puppy ownership. This little guy is cute as a button, with his white chest and spot on his forehead. He's also very friendly and outgoing in the way that all puppies are. Everyone is just a friend Elton hasn't met yet, and he'll come bounding up to everyone with the expectation of treats and fun. Elton is also very affectionate, even by puppy standards. He'll come up and sit beside you, looking up with those puppy dog eyes, until you finally gather him up for a hug. Then he'll lick your nose and demand to be let down to get back to playing, as is the way of puppies. Squirming balls of fluffy energy. This little ball of fur could eventually grow into a BIG cuddle monster. Elton and his siblings didn't come to us along with their mother to confirm, but we suspect he's a mix of several larger breeds. The good news is that large breeds are typically kind, affectionate, and loyal dogs who are protective of their families, but still perfectly capable of socializing with other dogs or pets if given the proper training. While Elton doesn't require a lot of space now, the potential size of the breed usually means it'd be a good idea to have a backyard or live near a nice dog park to give him proper exercise. Elton is now 90 percent potty trained, settles quickly into his crate, and sleeps through the night without issue. He's had his first walk and is naturally curious about the world, but he doesn't try to slip his leash. Ongoing obedience and leash training are recommended. Elton also absolutely loves playing with other dogs and would have no problem being the second pet in a household. ABOUT YOU! Puppies are a lot of work. At just 3 months old, we are looking for families who have FLEXIBLE work schedules and the time and energy to invest in socialization and training. Yes, Elton is tiny and oh-so-cute, but we can pretty much guarantee that he will: -Pee and poop on your floor -Chew your furniture -Eat your designer handbag -Ruin your leisurely Sunday morning sleep-in As a condition of the adoption contract, their new families will be required to: -Ensure they have an opportunity to go outside every 2-3 hours. If you work full-time, this means hiring a dog walker to come in 2x per day for a puppy visit. -Attend and complete a basic obedience class at your own cost (proof required). -Provide plenty of socialization opportunities – both dog and human – it's important at this stage. -Spay/neuter them within 6 months of adoption. If done at our partner vet in Mississauga, the spay/neuter will be included in the adoption fee. If you choose to do it elsewhere, it will be done at your own cost. Proof of spay/neuter is required to finalize the adoption. If you’re interested in adopting Elton, please apply at https://www.fetchandreleash.ca/adoption-info#adoption-form Elton’s adoption fee is $1000. To learn more about our adoption fees and the process, please visit our FAQs at https://www.fetchandreleash.ca/about-us#about-faqs.

If you have any questions or would like to adopt Elton, please reach out to the adoption group directly. PetSmart Charities does not facilitate the adoption process. Thank you.