SONNY (S. Korea) as

My story

Hi there! My name is Sonny—named after the legendary Korean soccer player, Heung-min Son!  Breed: Jindo MixAge: Around 5 years oldGender: MaleWeight: 47 lbs (21.5 kg)Height: 20 inches (51 cm)Country of Origin: South KoreaEnergy Level: ModerateHighlights: Sweet, affectionate, friendly, well-behaved, smart, and a big face (LOL)!   I’m a wonder boy from South Korea with an incredible story to share. I was rescued from a high-kill shelter—on the very last day. Want to hear how I made it out? https://www.youtube.com/shorts/BtM2gUdHVuY I come from a rural area, nestled deep in the mountains. I survived in the shelter there for two long years. Then, on a scorching summer day in 2025, the shelter issued a euthanasia notice for 40 dogs—and I was one of them. Volunteers did everything they could to spread the word and seek help. http://www.youtube.com/shorts/HpeehQr-aGE That’s when a miracle happened. Kind-hearted rescuers, connected with LALDR, stepped in just in time and saved me. They thought I reminded them of their previous rescues (and adopted through LALDR). There’s no record of my past or family, but my rescuers quickly realized how special I am. I even held my pee and poo in the crate during the first long drive—like a true gentleman! Because I sometimes scrunch up when I’m scared, they think I may have been tied up or mistreated when I was younger. But don’t worry—I don’t show any signs of trauma. http://www.youtube.com/shorts/6M-Z-YCV-co I’m a gentle, smart, and affectionate boy, with what my rescuers call a naturally bright and cheerful spirit. http://youtube.com/shorts/kph9U3QXjDU?feature=share  http://youtube.com/shorts/-3yAh_DkWT4?feature=share https://youtube.com/shorts/ukj30DgsvGY?feature=share  I absolutely love people and get along wonderfully with other dogs. http://youtube.com/shorts/MsCQZMhQDN8 http://youtube.com/shorts/b5DuAzv8wq8  I don’t bark at all, and I’m perfectly house-trained—naturally! I am also good at bath! https://youtube.com/shorts/dqHZ_2ZBzyc?feature=share https://youtube.com/shorts/TjB0nm2UMq4?feature=share Indoor life is still a little new to me, but I’m a quick learner and pick up fast on what my humans want. Every day, I’m getting more comfortable and discovering just how wonderful it is to be someone’s companion. My foster says I’m calm and easygoing at home, but I’m always ready for a nice walk or an outdoor adventure.  http://www.youtube.com/shorts/NHPGn0d_gVs  Riding a car is no problem either! https://youtube.com/shorts/iOuuVh_BdHA https://youtu.be/6I4QIb8Qklg Additionally, like a true Jindo, I’m not obsessed with food — I’m much more interested in exploring new things and, most of all, enjoying the company of people. I’m healthy as can be, and my vet even says I might be younger than five!  Now, I’m staying at the foster home and patiently waiting to find my forever family. If you give me your love, I promise I’ll return it a thousandfold. Let’s write a beautiful new chapter together! I get along with:Dogs: Yes! (a bit excited at first) Cats: Not sure yet, but will be tested very soon. Kids: Not sure yet.Training:Leash-trained: Yes – please be ready to continue my leash training.House-trained: Yes – but I’ll need a little guidance to learn the rules in my new home.Health Notes:I am neutered, fully vaccinated, and microchipped. My adoption fee is $800.00 CAD plus applicable taxes. This includes my transportation to Canada if I am able to be accompanied by a flight volunteer directly to Vancouver.  Disclaimer: It is important for all applicants to visit our website, http://www.lovedatlastdogrescue.ca/adopting/ and read about Loved at Last Dog Rescue.Information included in the profile is provided to us from the international rescuer or local fosters. LALDR does not have access to overseas dogs and cannot always verify the accuracy of their descriptions. Every dog is an individual and can act differently in different situations based on the person adopting them and the environment in which they live. Please Note: LALDR highly encourages adopters to research some local dog trainers before their dog arrives. Although a 1-on-1 trainer is often not needed, it is good to have someone in mind in case any problematic behaviours arise. Most bad behaviours can be modified if caught early enough, so make sure to nip undesirable behaviours in the bud before they become serious problems.Basic training should be taken seriously but should not begin until your dog is well settled in - at least a couple of weeks. After you feel your new dog is relaxed and comfortable in their new home, check out training courses in your local area. Even basic beginner courses like those taught at a local pet store can have a huge benefit in helping your dog learn to socialize and get used to being in public situations, all with the added benefit of strengthening their bond with you. While most dogs find escorting passengers flying directly to Vancouver, some will find flights through Toronto or Montreal. In that case, additional fees will apply to fly your dog to Vancouver by cargo. Unaccompanied cargo costs within Canada range from $350 - $550 depending on the size of the dog. LALDR will be as transparent as possible with you regarding these costs. The age and breed of a dog is usually an educated guess, so we are not able to guarantee the accuracy of age or breed of our dogs. Normally, we will not approve adoptions to homes with children under 12 years of age. However, if a dog has been determined to be good with children we will approve applicants with children 8 years or older. 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