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We are a 100% volunteer-based dog rescue, located in the Toronto area.Through rescue, spay-neuter programs, education, and advocacy, we are working to reduce strays, advocate for laws that protect animals, and educate on animal welfare issues. A pack of VOLUNTEERS working their hardest, our superstar FOSTERS and our ADOPTERS, home at last, second chances, without this team none of this would be possible!

🥰 AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION 🥰Zauro | 8 years old | 44 lbs | Soulful Scruff | GTAWhat is it about the more mature dogs that ...
29/09/2025

🥰 AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION 🥰

Zauro | 8 years old | 44 lbs | Soulful Scruff | GTA

What is it about the more mature dogs that makes them the very best companions? Maybe it's their appreciation for life's comforts, or their soulful, wise eyes, or the fact that they appreciate all the love and affection they can get. Whatever it is, seniors are magic, and Zauro is no exception.

This is a very special, very handsome boy. Zauro loves affection and will give you a gentle nudge when he needs some attention. He loves love and his adopter should be prepared to shower him with it!

Zauro is pretty lowkey, energy-wise. He likes a couple of walks a day, and is otherwise content to chill out at home. He is occasionally startled by big city noises, but is building his confidence every day. He walks well on leash, doesn't bark, and is excelling at his house and crate training. A lot of things have changed for Zauro, but he's adapting like a champ and quick to trust his person.

Zauro is friendly with people and dogs. He can be a little shy at first, but if you give him a treat, he will give you the privilege of petting him for hours!

Zauro's foster calls him the most loving dog she's ever met. Who wouldn't want the chance to love this beautiful boy?

If you're ready to bring Zauro home, please apply here: https://form.jotform.com/pawsacrossthewater/adoption-application

☀️AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION☀️SWISS | 2 years old | 30 lb | Sweetheart | TorontoMeet Swiss, the sweetest little guy who just...
28/09/2025

☀️AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION☀️
SWISS | 2 years old | 30 lb | Sweetheart | Toronto

Meet Swiss, the sweetest little guy who just wants to please and be loved.

He is only 30 lb and a low rider. He's wonderful on leash and loves getting out for adventures. Quieter areas suit him best as he's not yet used to life in a busy location and can get startled by unfamiliar noises/objects.

Swiss is medium energy and very happy to curl up and sleep a lot of the time. He is happiest when lying next you, sleeping. His second favourite spot is curled up sleeping on a chair on dog bed. He's a very easy dog to have around.

Swiss is great with other dogs, and playful, but would be just fine as the only dog in the home as he relishes human attention. He is a "love bomb" per his foster, and just wants to be loved and be near you. He has lived with cats and is great with them.

He's approximately 2 years old, which means the puppy shenanigans are behind him. He'd benefit from continuing his training, like any incoming dog, but is very smart so learns quickly.

To apply for Swiss, please apply here: https://form.jotform.com/pawsacrossthewater/adoption-application

26/09/2025

🥰 SUPER CUTE AND AVAILABLE 🥰

Yaegar | 2 years | 30 lb | Pomeranian mix | Toronto

How can this sweet boy still be available? He's loving the belly rubs from his foster, but needs his own home. Please share his post so we can find it.

Yaegar is a wonderful size and a great companion. He's good with dogs and people but not good with cats.

Apply to adopt here: https://form.jotform.com/pawsacrossthewater/adoption-application

25/09/2025

🥰 UPDATE ON BLIND DOG, LUCY 🥰

Thanks to the shares and a very special foster named Kara, Lucy who is blind was able to join us recently. She's decompressing and settling in well, and is the "sweetest, kindest dog ever who is
friendly with everyone." As you can see she LOVES rolling in the comfy grass, and especially enjoys outdoor time.

She's living with other dogs and is getting on well with them, and they with her. We'll keep you updated on how she's doing.

You can follow her progress on Instagram .

🚨 FOSTER DESPERATELY NEEDED 🚨Evita | 5 years old | 31 lb | Spayed & Healthy | TorontoEvita has the opportunity to join u...
25/09/2025

🚨 FOSTER DESPERATELY NEEDED 🚨

Evita | 5 years old | 31 lb | Spayed & Healthy | Toronto

Evita has the opportunity to join us soon but only if we can find her a foster home. She's been living in a shelter so this is such an amazing opportunity for her. It would be devastating to say no but we'll have no choice if we don't have a foster home for her. (We don't say this lightly...we're reaching out as we have exhausted our resources.)

Evita is good with people and dogs. She is not good with cats. She'd thrive in a home that gave her a couple of walks a day and had a fenced yard for her to run around in.

If you feel you can foster Evita, please complete the application at https://form.jotform.com/pawsacrossthewater/foster-application

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💙 2 PUPPIES AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION 💙 Owen (left) & Oliver (right) | 6 weeks old | Shep/Cattle Dog/Golden mix? | TorontoO...
20/09/2025

💙 2 PUPPIES AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION 💙

Owen (left) & Oliver (right) | 6 weeks old | Shep/Cattle Dog/Golden mix? | Toronto

Oliver is a ball of fluff and curiosity, and a total lovebug. This sweet, affectionate boy thrives on cuddles and never tires of being told how handsome he is. He is a very healthy eater and enthusiastic at mealtime. If you’re looking for a loyal companion who wants to be by your side and showered with affection, Oliver will happily fill your days with snuggles and charm.

Owen is as cute as they come, with the most soulful puppy-dog eyes and a quiet confidence that shines even at this young age. He knows what he likes and is perfectly content to drift off to sleep without reassurance, secure in who he is. Owen loves to wrestle and play with his littermate, Oliver, then happily wander off for a solo nap when he’s had his fill of fun. Bright, independent, and full of heart, this little guy is already showing the smarts and self-assurance of a future best friend.

Puppies are a lot of work, and need families that will invest in training and commit to them and their needs. Please only apply if you are committed to Oliver and Owen’s growth and development.

Link to apply: https://form.jotform.com/pawsacrossthewater/adoption-application

🥳 ANOTHER AMAZING ADOPTABLE 🥳Yaegar | 3 years | Papillion | GTA | Small boy, huge funYaegar is a big personality in a ti...
17/09/2025

🥳 ANOTHER AMAZING ADOPTABLE 🥳
Yaegar | 3 years | Papillion | GTA | Small boy, huge fun

Yaegar is a big personality in a tiny package! He has lots of energy and loves to play with his toys (crinkle and squeaky preferred please). He likes to throw them in the air and try to catch them. He’s a one man party. Like any good extrovert, Yaegar loves people. He hasn’t encountered a person that he hasn’t been very eager and excited to meet.

He bonds quickly and wants to be close to his people at all times. He loves to snuggle and rest his head or front paws on you. He wants to please you and all he asks in return is that you stay close by and let him love you. He walks well on leash and does well when left alone in his crate. He thrives with positive reinforcement and is best suited for an adult only home.

If you adopt Yaegar, you will be inviting a lot of fun and playful energy into your life. In fact, Yaegar may start getting more social invitations than you, but he’ll be happy to bring you as his plus one.

When Yaegar is feeling really happy, he likes to do a high-stepped prance in celebration. Will you let this boy prance into your heart?

Apply here: https://form.jotform.com/pawsacrossthewater/adoption-application

🥰 AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION 🥰Steffi | 4 years old | 40lbs | GTA | Kid and Dog Friendly!Steffi might just be the perfect dog...
17/09/2025

🥰 AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION 🥰
Steffi | 4 years old | 40lbs | GTA | Kid and Dog Friendly!

Steffi might just be the perfect dog. Here's just a short list of her many wonderful qualities:

✅She's friendly and happy
✅She has no signs of separation anxiety
✅She does not guard food or toys
✅She loves to walk and is learning to walk well on leash
✅She's potty trained
✅She comes when she's called
✅She loves company, but is also calm and secure enough to enjoy solo time
✅She loves other dogs
✅She loves children

There's something in Steffi's gaze that says "I know YOU know that I'm the perfect dog." You should trust her on this. She is brimming with love, enthusiasm and affection. If you are looking for someone who enjoys cuddling up for a nap or greeting you ecstatically after a long day, Steffi is your girl. She loves to be around her people, and would probably be happiest in a home where her people are around a fair bit of the time. She'd also love a family with children or other dogs so she has many playmates to choose from.

The days are turning darker and cooler, but you will have year-round sunshine if you bring Steffi home. Don't miss out on the perfect companion, perfect snuggle bug, perfect playmate, and perfect member of your family.

Apply today to adopt this sweet girl here: https://form.jotform.com/pawsacrossthewater/adoption-application

16/09/2025

🥰 AVAILABLE AND SUPER SWEET 🥰

Iris | 17 months | 60 lb | Toronto

It has been so lovely to see Iris becoming more confident. She's such a sweet and happy dog. She loves her zoomies. Whoever adopts her is going to have such a lovely companion.

Apply here:
https://form.jotform.com/pawsacrossthewater/adoption-application

Our thanks to The Kibble Project for the amazing food donation today, and to Sarah for your help bringing it to us. This...
15/09/2025

Our thanks to The Kibble Project for the amazing food donation today, and to Sarah for your help bringing it to us. This is going to keep our dogs in foster care well fed ❤️

🥰 IRIS NEEDS A FOREVER HOME 🥰Iris | 16 months | 60 lb | TorontoIris recently went on an adventure, as her fosters were g...
09/09/2025

🥰 IRIS NEEDS A FOREVER HOME 🥰

Iris | 16 months | 60 lb | Toronto

Iris recently went on an adventure, as her fosters were going away. She's great in the car, and kept a close eye on where they were going. She was delighted that the temp foster had a friendly dog with whom she could hang out. She transitioned easily and was accepting pets and cuddles in no time. What a wonderful, gentle dog.

Iris is immediately friends with all dogs, and we'd love to see her join a home with a dog that could be her buddy. Just look at her with a dog she'd just met!

To adopt this adorable dog, please complete the application at https://form.jotform.com/pawsacrossthewater/adoption-application

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PAWs is a foster-based rescue group that re-homes dogs in need. If you would like to apply to adopt any of our dogs or would like to foster, please complete an application!

Adoption Application:

https://form.jotform.com/pawsacrossthewater/adoption-application

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