Happy's Place- Retirement Home for Dogs

06/02/2026

Long overdue adoption news coming right at ya!

We're wishing Ila, Anna, and Chichi very happy forevers with their best fit matches.

ILA- AGE 9

ANNA- AGE 15

CHICHI- AGE 15

Your donations?

Up to date vetting, xrays, bloodwork, vaccines, neuters, dentals and a variety of medications and specialized testing.

Best life living right here- because of YOU!

Want to welcome your own senior dog? Check out our website (link in the comments). More dogs being posted Wednesday June 3rd too!

Happy adoption days doggos!

06/01/2026

06/01/2026

Meet Hedgehog ❤️.

He's guessed to be about 14 years old and weighs in at a whopping 5 pounds.

He was found in the middle of a busy city as an unclaimed stray. Severely matted, incredibly long nails, terrified and out of sorts.

Hedgehog tested positive for an active Lyme Disease infection making limb movements full of achy joints. A heart murmur ✅️, and a face so rotten, he had large holes leading from his mouth to his nose. That mouth, it contained one yucky tooth. The rest had already rotted and fallen out.

And his back end, not only left intact, but his testicles blackened from infection. A tiny baby who could no longer p*e properly & screamed in pain.

Hedgehog was someone's dog out there...

Let his story sink in for a minute. This isn't far away. This is our own Ontario backyard. Neglect happens right here too.

Fast forward several weeks, and the new Hedgehog, he's feeling sooooo much better now ❤️.

Thank you to his first foster via the shelter he was in and the shelter for taking such good care of his medical needs too.

And now?

At his Happy's Place foster? Hedgehog is busy learning all about how to be his best dog self. He's great with other dogs and cats and even best buds with his new rabbit friend too.

And this now neutered, toothless wonder? He's simply as sweet as pie. Hedgehog is almost finished his Lyme Disease treatment and it's already put the zip and zoom back into his little old man self.

When shelters and rescues work together, big changes happen for very deserving little old dogs.

And Hedgehog? He's left his neglectful past exactly where it should be. Well behind him now.

Snuggles, cuddles and adventures are totally where it's at. Welcome to Happy's Place Hedgehog ❤️.

05/31/2026

Kiki & Tessa performing the Aristocats goose walk like it’s their official job 🪿🪿😂

Always in sync, always together.

Fostered in Burlington, ON | Canada-wide adoption available (no shipping)
Adoption fee: $850 as a pair (includes HST)
Application + more info on our website – link in bio!

05/31/2026

This wee Muppet had her surgery drains removed and is totally rockin her recovery! Woot woot!

She's healing well and this is a beautiful life saved all because of YOU!

Betty is set for her sutures removal and dental June 10th and has a bunch more people to thank. (If your name isn't on the list below check out our other Betty posts and the one coming up dental day too).

From abandoned stray to best life living with your help ❤️.

Thank you to so many people in this incredible community who helped change Betty's life AND so many of our other seniors too.

Did ya know that because of this, we've been able to say YES to MORE dogs? Look at your impact ❤️. You all rock!

Cheryl
Pamela Graham
Genevieve Humphries
Tammy Brooks
Lorna Savage
Cathy McQueen
Patty Hunking
Nancy Halas
Colleen & Lilly
Linda & Biscuit
Janet Engelbrecht
Maira Berzins
The Lemmings family
Ellen Couchman
Sonya & Cricket
Katherine Brock
Maria Serr in memory of Lucky 🌈
Bonnie Masson
Janet Gakhal
Margaret Anscombe
Tucker & Evie
Alexandra Da Silva
Kristen Robertson-Somerville
Kayle Stone
Colleen Brett
Carmela Timpano
Sue L in memory of Max 🌈
Donna, Poppy & Cricket
Mary Voorn
Jane McArthur
Gordon Vance
Rhonda Choja
Celina Aguero in memory of Caramel 🌈
Clara
Shirley Silva-Szyngiel
Greg Masterson In memory of Kona 🌈
Joyce Chan
Joanne Langley
Maria Owsiany in memory of Daphne 🌈
Jennifer Goldman

Stay tuned for another Betty update soon!

✌️

05/30/2026

Heat and Senior Dogs Don’t Mix ☀️🔥🐾

As temperatures climb, please remember that our senior dogs are especially vulnerable to heat-related illness. Older dogs often have a harder time regulating their body temperature, and many of our Happy’s Place residents have underlying health conditions that make hot weather even more dangerous.

On warm days:
• Keep walks short and stick to the early morning or evening hours.
• Make sure plenty of fresh, cool water is always available.
• Provide shade and air conditioning whenever possible.
• Never leave a dog in a vehicle, even for a few minutes.
• Watch for signs of heat stroke, including excessive panting, lethargy, vomiting, diarrhea, glassy eyes, or a racing heart.

A day that feels warm to us can be overwhelming for a senior dog. When in doubt, skip the walk and enjoy some indoor enrichment instead.

At Happy’s Place, the comfort and safety of our senior sweethearts is always our top priority. Please help us spread the word and keep all dogs, especially the seniors safe this summer.

KeepDogsCool RescueDogsRock 🐾

05/30/2026

This is what a brand new chapter looks like.

Bobby, this is your moment to shine ❤️.

Thanks to Happy's Place and your support, Bobby will get his second chance. Guessed to be 8 years old, this young senior has a beautiful life ahead of him that almost didn't exist.

He'll be neutered, have his vetting brought up to date, be groomed, and have all of the love and care he requires.

Sidebar: I'm soooo excited to see the dog under all that matted fur.

A huge thank you to One Last Chance for letting us know that Bobby needed a place to crash for a while and to his new kitty foster sibling for sharing their space. And thanks to Freedom Drivers for bringing him here.

I'll also admit right here that my heart feels a bit stuck too. On one hand, I'm sooooo happy for Bobby and his new chapter. And on the other hand, how he came into shelter, totally leaves me feeling 💔.

Bobby was found in a parking lot one early morning tied to a pole with his leash. Someone left him there and walked away. Two of my own dogs along the way were also left that same way- and for them too, I never stopped wondering.

Wondering if their person was ok?
Wondering what it must have felt like for them to watch that person walk away. Waiting for them to come back.
Wondering what happened to make that the only decision possible?
Wondering...

And I wonder for Bobby too.

So to whomever you are. The dog now named Bobby, he's wonderful ❤️. He's happy and sweet and affectionate. He's playful and gentle and just the absolute best boy.

And although I won't ever agree with the way he was left, I also know I'm not in the position to ever feel that's the only choice I've got.

So we'll take it from here.

Welcome to Happy's Place Bobby- we're really glad you're here !

05/29/2026

Did you know Happy’s Place is now on FundScrip? 💙
FundScrip lets you support us just by buying gift cards for places you already shop: groceries, gas, restaurants, online stores - we’re talking everywhere! 🛍️✨

Here’s how it works:
💻 You purchase your gift card(s) through FundScrip
💰 A portion of every card goes directly to Happy’s Place
🐶 Our sweet senior pups get the care, comfort and love they deserve

It’s as easy as that! No extra cost. No extra effort. Just everyday shopping turned into support for your fave senior dog rescue! 💕

👉 Join our FundScrip group here: https://www.fundscrip.com/support-a-group/3ZFX2V

05/29/2026

Otis- 10 years- male- 13 lbs

All About Otis: Otis is just about as perfect as can be. A lover of all people (including children), cats and dogs, this apartment friendly fellow is 100% a good catch!

-sweet, gentle and friendly
-social fellow and easily adapts
-Great children of all ages
-Very affectionate and sweet- expert snuggler
-a very polite and well mannered house guest
-great with other dogs of all sizes
-great with cats
-House trained
-Good to stay home alone while you work
-Good in the car. I LOVE car rides.
-Sleeps all night in a dog bed OR with you.
-Apartment friendly! A quiet fellow.
-Good on leash- I LOVE my walks! Walks are the best!
-Stairs- Great on the stairs and super mobility!

Medical: Otis is a healthy neutered boy. Neuter and dental done May 2026. Otis has 2 teeth left but eats like a champ!

Please note- prior to our care (years ago), Otis was injured and has a metal plate in his pelvis. We do not have any vet records of this- only noted it as a finding on x-rays we did. His person sadly passed away.

To make Otis a member of your family, applications and a link to our website can be found in the comments below. Currently fostered in Strathroy ON and he is $500.00 to adopt (includes HST)

Your adoption fee supports helping another fantastic senior dog!

(adoption available CANADA wide. Please note- we do not ship our dogs)

05/29/2026

Louna- 12 years- female- 6 lbs

All About Louna: Louna is a hilarious little sweetheart. She’s always up for an adventure but also totally cool to stay at home and relax too. She loves cuddling and giving kisses. True to her breed, when excited she can be a vocal girl. Louna loves to live her very best life. Thanks to Homesense Canada for the outing and the adorable adoption ready Jammies too!

-Social and enjoys meeting people
-loves going new places
-Great with dog savvy children
-Very affectionate and sweet- expert snuggler
-Fun and spunky- loves to zoom and play
-Good with other dogs (once in a while if I’m snuggled on my foster mom’s lap I don’t want to share but otherwise 99% of the time I love my doggo friends and I’m great at sharing my toys)
-No cats for me please (I chase them)
-House trained (will also use a p*e pad if preferred)
-Good to stay home alone while you work (but I will bark/howl for a bit when you go)
-Easily settles in new places and environments
-Good in the car. I LOVE car rides.
-Sleeps all night in a dog bed however I’d love to sleep in bed with you instead.
-No apartments for me please- I can be a talker for a bit when left alone or get excited
-Good on leash- I LOVE my walks! Walks are the best!
-Stairs- Great on the stairs and super mobility!

Medical: Louna is a healthy spayed girl. Dental done May 2026.

To make Louna a member of your family, applications and a link to our website can be found in the comments below. Currently fostered in Acton ON and is $500.00 to adopt (includes HST)

Your adoption fee supports helping another fantastic senior dog!

(adoption available CANADA wide. Please note- we do not ship our dogs)