Canelo

Hound Mix

2 years, Male, Medium

*This dog is fostered in Hamilton*Apply to adopt at rebeldogrescue.com*All adoptions with Rebel Dog Rescue have a 15 day probation period. Read about our adoption process on our website.  

Canelo is a nervous dog just trying to find his way in this world. He opens up when he has a friendly and confident dog to go through life with. He can be shut down in most new scenarios, walks well on the leash, is reserved in the kennel, and prefers that any new people approach him slowly and respectfully. He takes time to warm up to new people and seems to trust women more initially - but can and has also bonded with men. He loves his foster dad! 

His foster wrote this for him - Canelo “Nelly”, is one sweet boy. he wants to make his people happy it just takes him a minute to adjust and relax. Once he feels comfortable, he is ready to be your adventure, buddy during the day and your cuddle buddy at night. He loves having dog friends around to teach him the ropes, and a nice window to sunbathe. Canelo loves a comfy bed with lots of blankets and toys and bones to enjoy. Canelo is very well kennel trained, house trained, good with other dogs, does not like cats, and would enjoy a home with not too much foot traffic.

Name: Canelo, aka Nelly 

Breed: Hound mix

Age: ~2.5 years 

Weight: ~50lb

Sex: male, neutered 

Colour: White/tan

Medical: No concerns, but he's been on Fluoxetine and Gabapentin for the past year to help curve his anxiety. Our hope is that he can learn to be confident and happy is his new home and slowly leave the anxiety meds behind.

Good with men: Yes, neutral and warms up 

Good with women: Yes, shy but warms up quickly 

Good with kids 0-6: Yes, has lived with small kids but looking for a home with older kids

Good with kids 6+: Yes, has lived with small kids but looking for a home with older kids

Good with dogs: Yes, loves being around other dogs and needs a home with another dog 

Good with cats: No

House trained: Yes

Crate trained: Yes, settles quickly and quietly 

Resource guarding: None seen 

Walks on a leash: Yes, but can be nervous and needs encouragement 

Energy level: Medium 

Requires detached/single home: No, but should not reside in a busy city environment 

Separation anxiety: None noted 

Barker: Average