We’re huge animal lovers here at Todayville Edmonton and we always want to do what we can to help the fantastic organizations in our city that are working to ensure the animals who need it receive compassionate care and humane treatment.

So we’ve teamed up with the Edmonton Humane Society and we’ll be regularly showcasing some of their adoptable animals who have yet to find their forever homes!

Every animal had unique needs, so be sure to read the details about the pet carefully. If they seem like they would be a good addition to your home, first read up on the adoption process, then get in touch with the great folks at the Edmonton Humane Society at 780-491-3500.

And with that, meet Angus!

Angus

This is Angus, the Grade ‘A’ Chief Beef! Angus is large and ready to roll! He’s neutered, 5 years and 6 months old and is hoping for a fun home where he can freely roam and graze on plenty of food. Angus would love to attend Basic Obedience with his new family.

Important note:
Household age restriction. No cats, small animals or small dogs.

Angus was surrendered to the Humane Society by his owner, who reported him to:

-Have prey drive towards cats and small animals
-Growl at strangers visiting home
-Growl at some dogs
-Growl when removed from sofa and for grooming
-Growl at children
-Be very playful
-Know sit and stay commands

Since Angus has been at the shelter, behaviours observed by staff include:

-Defensive barking at strangers
-Being initially fearful in novel scenarios
-Being interested in other dogs, but intolerant of bouncy highly excitable interactions
-being social with familiar handlers
-Resource guarding treats from volunteers*

Definition– Resource guarding refers to a dog displaying behavior (growling, snapping, etc.) intended to convince other dogs or humans to stay away from a particular treasure or “resource.” The resource can be food, treats, toys, a place (a bed or favorite chair), or occasionally a person. Resource guarding can be discouraged by trading resources for higher value items in order to create a positive association with approaching valued resources.

Continued socialization is recommended to help Angus generalize and positive reinforcement training to counter-condition fear-based behaviours; it would be best to reward him for confident behaviours when introduced to strangers and other novel stimuli. We also recommend “The Cautious Canine” by Patricia McConnell for further information on living with a fearful dog and Edmonton Humane Society classes such as Creating Courageous Canines to build confidence.
It would be best to ensure that Angus has a quiet, calm space to be when loud noises such as thunderstorms or fireworks occur. Relaxation aids such as ThunderShirts, darkening blinds, calming music would help with this.

Owners should learn to interrupt and redirect/counter-condition unwanted behaviours such as prey drive and barrier reactivity. The Edmonton Humane Society class Basic Obedience would be ideal for establishing a bond and teaching Angus basic cues. Angus needs ample exercise as well as mental stimulation such as clicker training and puzzle feeders to provide challenges and help him cope with boredom. Edmonton Humane Society classes such as Brain Busters and further training such as dog sports or nose work  would be great for Angus’s mental exercise. Good to know: Adopters can receive a 10% discount on group training classes offered through the Edmonton Humane Society within three months of their dog’s adoption date!

Click here to learn more about the adoption process at the Edmonton Humane Society.

ADOPTION EVENT ON NOW!

From April 16th to 30th, all adult (over 6 months) cat and dog adoption fees will be $100* off the regular price, and senior (7+ years) cat and dog adoption fees will be $50* off the regular price.

There’s no better treat these adorable adoptables could find than a forever family! Come on by the Edmonton Humane Society and meet your next furry friend today.

Click here to see adoption hours.