Philip is available for adoption
Sponsorship is from Lesley in loving memory of my Bernie the Westie, who I miss always xoxo
Philip is an adorable 8-year-old Beagle with soulful eyes. He is full of curiosity and loves spending time outside followed by a nap. His classic tri-color coat adds to his charm, and his floppy ears are just begging for a scratch!
Background: Philip’s journey began when he was found as a stray in Tennessee, so not much is known about his past. When he arrived in Canada, Philip was scared and uncertain of his new surroundings, however he has quickly shown confidence and happiness in his foster home. His new family will need to be patient with him as he adjusts to his forever home.
Ideal Home: Philip would thrive in a home with no children. He has shown to be very pleasant around cats who are friendly. Cats must be friendly and be willing to give him space. He is currently living with a medium-sized dog who he gets along with, and could live with a small or medium sized dog. He is excellent with visitors of any gender, however, has shown guarding behaviors towards males living in the home and this will need to be properly approached. Phillip currently lives in a home with one female and one male foster parents and does well around the male however sometimes needs to be redirected. Phillip loves to spend time outside on walks and a fully fenced backyard would be ideal. He will need to be walked on a leash because although his recall in the backyard is excellent, the smells of the wider world as a scent hound are irresistible to him and he could easily get lost. Although Phillip is quiet, it is preferred that he lives in a larger area, like a house, to allow him space to rest and keep to himself when needed.
Personality: While Philip loves company and being around his favourite people, he’s also content to entertain himself when his humans are busy and has not shown any destructive behaviors. Phillip is a quiet dog, and very rarely barks. Phillip currently shares his foster home with a medium sized dog who he gets along with very well and has shown to get along with many small and medium sized dogs. He does demonstrate fear around some larger dogs. Phillip is excellent in the car.
Special Needs: Philip does show leash reactivity towards larger dogs (he growls when he large dogs approach him during his walks). On walks, Phillip is strictly guided away from other dogs which prevents this behavior and has shown to be very successful. Philip’s ideal home will have owners who will provide structure to him, so he understands he is not the boss. Phillip has learned not to come up on furniture in his foster home to strengthen this messaging as well. His current foster family adores him and finds him extremely easy to be around and love! He is also a fan favourite when visitors are over, and will sit next to his humans all day long. He could especially be a great companion to someone working from home or who is retired.
For more information on Philip, please contact Mahshad at mahshadash@hotmail.com
For more information on Philip, please contact Mahshad at mahshadash@hotmail.com
**Adoptions within the province of Ontario only
