Uno

*Note: Currently, Uno is in foster care in Pickering, ON

Uno was one of the 101 dogs who were rescued from the Siheung dog meat farm in Korea in May, where he was rescued as a small puppy with his siblings. After being rescued, they were moved to our partner boarding house where they lived and grew up with other dogs, until he took his freedom flight to Canada to find his forever home. He is currently with a foster in Pickering.

Since Uno arrived while still young, and never knew life outside of a shelter prior to coming to Canada, we expected the adjustment and new experiences to be an adjustment, and in some cases, overwhelming. As a young puppy with a traumatic past, little life experiences, and a lot of changes, we have been very proud of Uno’s progress. He and his foster family have worked hard to help him settle in with his new people and environment, and build a trusting relationship. With a lot patience and understanding, Uno has shown us he is a smart, curious, gentle and goofy boy at heart. He is now very curious and is always the first one to go investigate something new. You can’t even fold a piece of paper without Uno coming around the corner to find out what’s going on.

Due to his curious nature, going on walks is one of Uno’s favorite things as this means he gets to explore and expand his world. He also loves playing in the yard where he does zoomies and has fun just running around and leaping in the air. Coming back into the house, his foster asks him to wait in his corner, which he does so patiently to attach his leash, and will happily go back home. He will patiently wait to put on his harness or take it off before/after walks and stands still while you wipe his feet dry.

Uno loves to sleep with his back touching his foster’s back. If she moves an inch, he moves closer to close the gap. He is an affectionate boy who loves a good rub down or scratch. We think this is the reason he enjoys bath time, particularly getting shampooed and lathered. He sits still during his bath and never complains. Uno is also calm and good with children. He sits quietly while they pet him or give him treats.

He is smart too! His foster notes she only needs to practice something about 6-8 times before he figures it out. His food motivation is also helpful in this regard. He has no trouble eating and isn’t picky. Uno is house-trained. On the rare occasion he cannot hold his bladder, he will use a pee pad, which he does without fail. He has never had an accident on the floor.

Overall, his foster describes him as a funny and goofy boy. Uno gets along with other dogs, as he grew up with them at the shelter, and was raised with them at the dog meat farm. He will do fine as the only dog, or with another canine sibling. He has a gentle personality. Uno has no experience with cats, although he does not react to squirrel or birds. His foster thinks he would be curious with cats, but would not hurt them.

Uno’s ideal adopter(s) is one of a small household (of 2-3 people) living a calm and relaxed, yet active lifestyle in a quiet neighborhood. Moving to a new home would likely take him time to adjust to his new people and environment, and his new family should be patient and understanding of this. He would love a home where he can join in on weekend hikes and indulge his curiosity. Uno would love a secure yard to frolic around, although this is not a requirement for adoption.

Vaccination Details

DHPPL, Canine Influenza, Kennel Cough, Rabies, Corona, Heartworm test, Giardia test, Flea & tick & heartworm prevention are all done.

Disclaimer: Free Korean Dogs cannot guarantee the temperament of our animals, as temperament is often an effect of environment and circumstance.