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Seth
Happy Adoption! Seth & his new family!
The Kingston Humane Society reached out to us when a chow was surrendered to their shelter. Apparently his previous owner’s work schedule changed, leaving Seth alone for 14 hours a day and complained that he was destructive in the home. The KHS took great care of this boy until he was safely transferred to us. In our care, Seth was a happy energetic boy who desperately needed to learn leash manners. He learned quickly, eager to hear what a good boy he was. He even played gently with his stuffies.
A lovely couple who have been patiently waiting for the right dog to fit into their family, hoped it would be this delightful guy. They quickly contacted us for an update and followed his progress. Seth was nothing but love, and these folks had a ton to give. It was an easy adoption for a sweet boy to move into a chow loving home. Seth will never be left alone for extended hours but instead enjoy wonderful walks, a basket of toys, lots of cuddles and people who can’t get enough of his goofy attention. Congratulations Seth and your new forever family! -
Lena
After posting the stats about Lena yesterday, we hoped it would show our dedication and desperation to help Lena the sweet Shar Pei
..…24 hours later….
We are absolutely thrilled to announce that Lena has found her forever home!
This wonderful couple and their Sharpei made the trip to meet her at the shelter today…It was love at first sight for everyone! The picture shows the giant smile on Lena’s fury face. They were so excited to share the news of their newest family member with us, and we are equally overjoyed.
We’d like to thank everyone who shared her post. We also thank her new family for opening their hearts and home to this little girl who was so deserving of a chance of a wonderful new life. -
Kaly
Kaly was surrendered to the shelter because someone in the family developed allergies. Ironically, Kaly’s inflamed, swollen red skin indicated that she had been suffering from allergies for a very long time with no relief other than scratching herself raw. The shelter’s vet put her on prednisone, antibiotics, trazodone and gabapentin for pain, and also meds for nasty ear infections.
Not only was this poor dog suffering physically but she was mentally scared and confused. She went from having a family and home, to being alone in a noisy stressful kennel environment.
Kaly needed a special adopter where she would be the only pet (at least to start), with Shar Pei experience, comfortable with medical issues, have lots of patience, and actually afford a Shar Pei. She needed help..she needed an Angel.
We advocated for this sad soul, by sharing updates and pictures each time we visited her at the shelter. She was looking a little brighter each day and we felt a tiny bit hopeful as she slowly came out of her shell.A couple happened to see her profile that was shared by mutual friend, but they already had a lovely Shar Pei girl.
Sadly and unexpectedly their beautiful girl (who had been diagnosed with kidney failure) crossed the Rainbow Bridge leaving them devastated and heart broken. In their grief, Kaly’s post still lingered in the back of their minds, but bringing in another dog was far too soon. Oddly, something about her made them want to know more. After discussing her history and backstory, they decided to at least meet her and consider the possibility of fostering. Neither one were ready to welcome a new dog permanently into their lives… then they met Kaly.
The connection was instant. Kaly was at ease in their space as if she had met them several times before. The couple played it cool and agreed to foster….However, when Kaly’s little paws walked through their front door, they knew she wasn’t going anywhere, because she was “home”
Marla, Corey and Kaly, your guardian Angel likely has wings and a tail, and we’re sure she brought you all together to help your hearts heal. All eyes were Misty with joy for the love of pattering paws filling your hearts and home once again. -
Saski
Saski! Found her forever home….
When females decide they don’t like each other and declare war, it generally becomes deadly especially between chows. After four years of living in harmony, three “sisters” had enough and life became crates, gates, tension, stress and non-stop worry. At first they managed it, but one slip up, one sneaky move, one gate not latched properly would end with a badly injured dog, a big vet bill, lots of trauma and emotions including guilt.
Leaving them alone even separated was not a trustworthy option. For the last few years, someone was alway home to ensure they were both safe from each other. Obviously this was not an ideal life for them or their dogs, but these were their babies, and they were “managing“ it. Finally the emotional and sensible decision was made to rehome two of the three girls. Peanut found her forever home relatively quickly and is blossoming.
Several applications came in for Saski but we waited for the perfect fit…and it was worth the wait!
A retired couple who catered to their last beloved chow baby were ready to welcome Saski into their family.
The two families met and clicked, it was a great start… but no one expected it to be love at first sight for Saskie and her new mom. It was bittersweet. Our hearts go out to Saski’s first momma who made the tough but unselfish decision to let her go and enjoy the rest of her life as she should.
We also celebrate this special happy ending for her new family…or rather her new extended family who already love her dearly. Saski is taking full advantage of running freely in the huge yard clearing out all the resident chipmunks and having a blast. Putting the well being of another before your emotions is brave, unselfish and true love.
Hearts will heal as others grow. Congratulations Saski, and to both families who love you more than words. -
Mary & Hattie
Amazing! Merlins Hope has the BEST followers! Thank you everyone who shared, liked & commented on these 2 sweet Shar peis. You reading this…are amazing & we appreciate you! Mary & Hattie left the shelter yesterday with their new family. With lots of excitement, they drove 8 hours one way to meet them. The shelter opened at 11:00 and by noon they were packed up, settled in and making the long drive home. It was wagging tails & kisses all around. Congratulations
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Octavia
The pitiful looking “Walmart Shar Pei” won everyone’s heart when her photo was posted looking sad and lost. She was dumped like garbage in their parking lot by her neglectful owner.
Judging by the atrocious condition she was in, being abandoned was the best thing that happened to this old gal. After Animal Services picked her up, the shelter scheduled her for a brow lift and spay. They reached out to rescue with a long list of medical concerns including skin, ears and eye issues. Merlin’s Hope committed to her knowing she was old, riddled with ailments and located in the USA….but we were likely her only hope. It was a team effort getting her from the shelter and into rescue. We were very fortunate to have a medical and Pei savvy foster willing to take on the extra responsibility of caring for this very broken girl. A new start and a new name, Octavia.
Octavia settled in quietly at first while she got the lay of the land, meaning meeting the resident Shar peis and sizing them up. She endearingly won the heart of her foster mom being a good patient for her medicated baths, ear drops, eye drops and vet appointments.
Now that she’s beginning to feel better, her big personality is taking charge. She has found her place in this incredible home with her four furry brothers whom she rules over like the Queen she thinks she is. She has a long road ahead of her to heal the wounds of the past, physical and mental, but she’s in the best place possible place.
When you put your heart and soul into nurturing an animal back to health, inevitably love, trust and an incredible bond blossoms. We are truly grateful for the kindness and support her forever mom has, and alway will provide for this special girl.
Happy Adoption Day Octavia -
Luna
A Happy Ending is a great way to start a week! We’re Super excited to share Luna’s story!
With Luna’s stunning Lilac- pinkish coat, it’s not surprising that she was bought to be bred. It was a twist of fate that landed her in a shelter after her owner became disabled. Sadly, her belly was full of puppies and were ultimately aborted during her spay. Five months later, her time there was up and she was next on the euthanasia list. We were contacted by a volunteer group whose mission is to save dogs at risk. They did an incredible job communicating information and arranging transportation from Quebec to Mississauga in lightening speed.
When Luna arrived, she darted out of her crate like a bullet and there was no getting near her. She hid under a chair and growled the moment you got close. We managed to secure a leash on her to take her outside for potty breaks.
Her coat looked as wild as she was in full blow mode. Dark tear stains ran from both eyes and a lump of stool hung from her pants. It took several days and gentle attempts before we could get close enough to her to at least remove the dried poop.
Every day we pulled her out from her safety zone under a chair and walked her around the yard. She came out to eat when nobody was around. We sat in the room with her and eventually removed the chair. In time, she learned to trust us, but the big challenge was going to be getting her to trust someone else. It wasn’t going to be easy so we constantly introduced her to new people and places trying to build her confidence. Luna would only let a very select few touch her making her less adoptable.
A promising application came in so Luna joined us for the home visit. A few days later, they came over with their daughter who took Luna for a walk. I knew then, Luna was likely going to bond with this girl. Though she was excited to meet Luna and welcome her into the family, she strictly followed instructions, stayed calm, relaxed and didn’t push this very scared dog. They were all willing to be patient and understanding of Lunas fears. Luna, was doing her part also! She did her very best to trust, and bravely sat next to her new friend. If that wasn’t a bright sign…less than a week later, she was giving her favourite person her famous Luna hugs! She made it clear, she was in her forever home. Congratulations Luna and your very sweet family! -
Humbert
Humbert was one of 27 dogs condemned to life in a small crate had the authorities not busted is in a horrendous hoarders house in the USA. Thankfully Humbert was only a puppy and will quickly put his sad life behind him. A volunteer transported him to the boarder where we met him and his new future family. They are previous adopters who missed their beloved chow Mandy immensely. After her sad passing, and much time to heal, they felt ready to open their hearts to another pup in need. Humbert was definitely in need. He has no idea how lucky he is to call this incredibly sweet family, HIS! Along with a new home, and a new life, he has a new name.. Aramis. Congratulations Aramis and family to a happy future together!
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Ben
Ben was one of 27 dogs seized in a horrendous hoarding situation in the US. This poor boy lived his entire year and a half life in a crate with no exposure to the outside world. A volunteer transported him to the boarder where we met him for the first time. Ben stayed curled up in the back of his kennel, smelling foul, covered in his own waste. Thankfully our benevolent groomer squeezed him in right away. His filthy matted coat was shaved away…along with his pitiful past. Ben was immediately welcome by one of our amazing previous adopters. Sadly they recently lost their big beautiful beloved boy to bloat. Their hearts were crushed, their home seemed empty and they both felt lost. They understood what broken felt like, so when they saw the defeat in Ben’s eyes, they knew he needed them as much as they need him. Together they will mend, grow and bond. Ben has a safe happy and patient place to learn how to be a dog…. His family have the most irresistible sweetest boy possible. His teddy Bear looks have earned him a new name, Yogie Bear. Enjoy your new life little one…a Happy Ending for all, congratulations.
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Mombo
December 19, 2023
A HAPPY ENDING for Mombo!
At eight months old, Mombo’s life was on the line after a tragic incident. He was in the kitchen when he heard the front door open and a neighbor and child walked in unannounced. It was a awful chain of events that resulted in a bad bite.
Pressure from the community forced his novice chow parents to have him euthanized. His family was devastated including their two young children who made a video to show the world how loving their dog really was. Mombo’s mom reached out to us as a last desperate attempt to save his life. Days before his appointment, we intervened…and committed to taking him.
He arrived nervous and confused but not an attack dog. A little guarded and growly but by day two he was seeking attention. He wasn’t going to be a good dog…he’s was a going to be a great dog! The kids were right. Mombo is a playful, affectionate, goofy boy who does not want to get into trouble. Finally an application came in, followed by several more. After sharing the details of his past and emphasizing how seriously he guards his home and family, we narrowed down the list. It was a tough choice between two wonderful applicants making it impossible to decide. Fortunately we didn’t have to… Mombo chose his new family the minute he met them. He turned on his charm offering snuggles and kisses. He couldn’t get enough of their attention and affection acting like a puppy in love. The feeling was mutual…it was a perfect match. Congratulations Mombo and your forever family.
