Dog of the Week: Topo!

Our apologies for being away from the blog world! Our blog lady has been busy busy busy, but wanted to share with you a special little guy who is new to the Hopeful Hearts family.

Please put your paws together for Topo, our Dog of the Week!

Topo is one of our Freedom Dogs -- aptly named because he, along with 600+ other dogs, were rescued in September from a puppy mill where he spent the first part of his life. Topo is now with Hopeful Hearts and in a loving foster home, finally receiving the love and affection that he deserves.

Topo is a black 5 month old terrier mix puppy with wiry hair, white paws and a white tip to his upturned black tail. He loves to chew, play, cuddle, and give kisses, and he is absolutely adorable. He was skittish when he first came, afraid of loud noises, cars and other dogs. He is much better now, walks well on a leash, and is eager to meet every person he sees. He still has a tendency to jump up on people out of excitement and he wants to play with other dogs (and cats) once he gets over his first bout of shyness, whether they want to play with him or not. I have only heard him bark once or twice, although he will whine on occasion, but he has never shown any sign of aggression.

Topo knows how to sit, lie down, and will sometimes stay - we're working on that, as well as learning the command "leave it". He loves to chase a ball in the back yard if you throw or kick it for him. He has a tendency to be car sick, so he is not fond of travelling in the car. I take him outside regularly for bathroom breaks, and he is doing very well on his way to becoming fully housebroken. He is fine overnight - although we make it a point to make sure he gets outside the very first thing in the morning. He loves to chew almost anything - so clothes, books, papers and especially shoes have been placed out of puppy reach.

Topo is very sweet and affectionate, quick to learn and to please, and very very cute. He has shown some anxiety when his humans pay attention to other dogs or cats, so we think Topo would be best suited in a household where he would be the only pet, at least for the first few months until he becomes more secure in his environment.


If you have room in your home and heart for a little guy like Topo, please email adopting@hopefulhearts.ca to ask for an application or fill one out online.


UPDATE: Topo has been adopted!