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A friend in Canada who operates an awesome animal rescue there lost one of her own dogs, a shepherd mix.

She's looking to get another one to add to her pack.

I will be travelling to Canada on August 14 and could bring a shepherd mix puppy on the plane with me. She's not specifying a puppy but I indicated to her that it's summer and there are restrictions on travelling with a larger dog because of the heat since they can't go in the cabin. I'm also legally disabled so having to bring a larger animal would be physically difficult for me.

Do any of the adoption centres have shepherd mix puppies up for adoption?

I would need to start the process soon so vet papers will be ready in time.

My friend's lifelong dream is to adopt a rescue from another country, just one of her bucket list items.

Thanks

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A friend in Canada who operates an awesome animal rescue there lost one of her own dogs, a shepherd mix.

She's looking to get another one to add to her pack.

I will be travelling to Canada on August 14 and could bring a shepherd mix puppy on the plane with me. She's not specifying a puppy but I indicated to her that it's summer and there are restrictions on travelling with a larger dog because of the heat since they can't go in the cabin. I'm also legally disabled so having to bring a larger animal would be physically difficult for me.

Do any of the adoption centres have shepherd mix puppies up for adoption?

I would need to start the process soon so vet papers will be ready in time.

My friend's lifelong dream is to adopt a rescue from another country, just one of her bucket list items.

Thanks

See Cameron's posting about the puppy she's fostering (with photos) under Pets section. Maybe this is one is close enough?

If not, contact Lucky Dog -- they always have lots to choose from, and might have what you're seeking.

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My guess is that a GSD would have to be very young to fit under the seat likely too young to be away from Mom. Also from a point of view of disability it would probably be easier to have the dog ride cargo then haul a doggie carrier around the airport. I don't know the details about customs at the first airport. I don't like to fly dogs but to get an otherwise homeless dog to a forever home it seems worth the risk. I concur that Cameron's dog seems just like the ticket.

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A friend in Canada who operates an awesome animal rescue there lost one of her own dogs, a shepherd mix.

She's looking to get another one to add to her pack.

I will be travelling to Canada on August 14 and could bring a shepherd mix puppy on the plane with me. She's not specifying a puppy but I indicated to her that it's summer and there are restrictions on travelling with a larger dog because of the heat since they can't go in the cabin. I'm also legally disabled so having to bring a larger animal would be physically difficult for me.

Do any of the adoption centres have shepherd mix puppies up for adoption?

I would need to start the process soon so vet papers will be ready in time.

My friend's lifelong dream is to adopt a rescue from another country, just one of her bucket list items.

Thanks

Hi Eagles 100

I'm guessing you probably already know this, but just in case ...... you need to reserve a space on the plane for the dog, it's pretty expensive, some airlines are NOT allowing any pets in cabins, others restrict the number, and as one friend learned (much to her chagrin and a huge problem), pilots on at least some carriers (not saying all) have the ultimate word as to whether an animal can be in the cabin or not -- regardless of prior paid arrangements you have made.

So you might like to double-check current reg's with the carrier you are using, in the event you do find the right puppy.

Good luck, and thanks for trying to save a life!

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See Cameron's posting about the puppy she's fostering (with photos) under Pets section. Maybe this is one is close enough?

If not, contact Lucky Dog -- they always have lots to choose from, and might have what you're seeking.

I don't see the ad you are referring to.

Someone at Lucky Dog contacted me to say they don't have any shepherd mix puppies at the moment.

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Hi Eagles 100

I'm guessing you probably already know this, but just in case ...... you need to reserve a space on the plane for the dog, it's pretty expensive, some airlines are NOT allowing any pets in cabins, others restrict the number, and as one friend learned (much to her chagrin and a huge problem), pilots on at least some carriers (not saying all) have the ultimate word as to whether an animal can be in the cabin or not -- regardless of prior paid arrangements you have made.

So you might like to double-check current reg's with the carrier you are using, in the event you do find the right puppy.

Good luck, and thanks for trying to save a life!

Yeah, if I find a dog, then I'll check to see if there is room on the plane. If I check now and there is room and I find a dog in a week and there is no room, I would have checked for nothing. Then again, if I do check now and there is no room, well ... maybe I should check now huh in case all this if for not :)

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First, as some one already said, the in-cabin weight limit is usually about 20 lbs and a GSD pup is going to be well over that weight at an early age.

There are MANY shelters locally to check with:.

-- Anita's Animals in SJC both dogs and cats (upwards of 75 animals)

-- Dr Pepe Magana in Riberas always has at least 30 or 40 dogs he is trying to find homes for

-- The Dog Ranch near Brisias de Chapala has around 80 dogs

-- Lucky Dog southeast of Chapala has about 20 dogs

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Lovely Shepherd mix needs forever home

Started by MtnMama, Jul 23 2014 09:44 AM

Check out the above subject in the furry friends category...full size..but a beauty.

Ok thanks but I'm pretty certain you can't put animals in cargo this time of year because of the heat; that's why if it's a shepherd mix, it would have to be a puppy because of the sheer size of the dog, so I could bring it in the cabin.

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If your friend decides to take something other than a Shepherd mix I have 3 female puppies at the Riberas Shelter. One girl will probably be in the 30 - 40 pound range when fully grown Right now she is about 3- 4 pounds.

The other 2 girls are 10 weeks old and will probably be in the 20 pound range when grown. These are 3 healthy puppies.

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Unless United has changed its policy, they do not accept animals as checked luggage, only as cargo. This means that the animal might not be on the same flights as you. It also means that you cannot collect the dog with your luggage but rather have to go to the cargo building to pick up the dog, usually an hour or more after the flight has arrived. I think you can still carry small dogs on board. If you think you are going to take a small dog on board with you, I'd suggest making the reservation for the dog now because you can always cancel. Usually the cost for carrying a dog on board or as checked luggage is the same. I paid $200 US last December to bring a puppy back from the US, carrying it on board in a Sherpa bag. Generally shipping a dog as cargo is more expensive because it requires more work from the airlines on both ends but I don't know how United handles that charge. Good luck however you decide to go.

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A friend in Canada who operates an awesome animal rescue there lost one of her own dogs, a shepherd mix.

She's looking to get another one to add to her pack.

While I applaud your friends intentions I question unduly stressing a GSD young enough to be small enough to fit under the seat. If she wants a dog from another country the USA is a lot closer. IMO.

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Unless United has changed its policy, they do not accept animals as checked luggage, only as cargo. This means that the animal might not be on the same flights as you. It also means that you cannot collect the dog with your luggage but rather have to go to the cargo building to pick up the dog, usually an hour or more after the flight has arrived. I think you can still carry small dogs on board. If you think you are going to take a small dog on board with you, I'd suggest making the reservation for the dog now because you can always cancel. Usually the cost for carrying a dog on board or as checked luggage is the same. I paid $200 US last December to bring a puppy back from the US, carrying it on board in a Sherpa bag. Generally shipping a dog as cargo is more expensive because it requires more work from the airlines on both ends but I don't know how United handles that charge. Good luck however you decide to go.

I will only bring a dog in-cabin and United charges $125.

If I can secure a dog, I will then contact United to verify availability. As of a few days ago, there was room.

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While I applaud your friends intentions I question unduly stressing a GSD young enough to be small enough to fit under the seat. If she wants a dog from another country the USA is a lot closer. IMO.

At this point, we are searching for a dog in need of rehabilitation though not an aggressive dog as the lady has a young child.

It doesn't have to be a puppy. It just has to be small enough to fit in-cabin.

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????? What kind of rehabilitation?? Does she want a dog recovering from physical injuries Dr. Pepe had a few of those. Or does she just want a dog that has been abused and needs TLC. It does not sound like your friend has any true interest besides bragging rights on claiming to have rescued this dog what happens when she loses interest.

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????? What kind of rehabilitation?? Does she want a dog recovering from physical injuries Dr. Pepe had a few of those. Or does she just want a dog that has been abused and needs TLC. It does not sound like your friend has any true interest besides bragging rights on claiming to have rescued this dog what happens when she loses interest.

Believe me Sue, my friend is very serious & dedicated about animal rights. She runs a shelter all on her own, well with help from some friends of hers.

She lost one of her own dogs recently so she's ready to add to her pack. She wants to rescue a dog who is in great need, one from another country. I told her I'd try to help.

She'd keep the dog until its last breath; I know that for sure. She'd go without to help animals.

I'll ask her more specifics about what type of rehab.

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Your friend obviously has a huge heart & loves dogs to the nth degree. I wonder though about the 'from another country' point as , no doubt unconsciously , it's a 'feel good' effort. Your friend runs a shelter so she can appreciate how desperately our local shelters need funds to continue to do their wonderful & desperately needed work . Might you suggest she could do way more good by adopting a dog close to home with the same needs for love & care and then donating the avoided transportation costs to our shelters and/or a local vet to provide spay/neuter services .

Rather than rescue one dog from another country, she could rescue many!

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Kim I did not mean to judge your friend it is just that all these little guys at the shelters need help I worry for their safety when someone seams to be only looking for a dog that will make them look like a saviour.Lots of abuse does not show up as a missing leg or scared back.

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Many of the animals she rescues, not only domestic, are in great need of vet care; some don't make it. The non-domestic animals are treated and released.

She does this out of her own home so I give her commendation for her triumphant efforts. She's probably lost years of sleep spending countless hours providing care to these animals who surely would have died alone without her.

Anyhow, this is her wish whether you believe it to be the best or not; I'm just trying to help.

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There is a fine line between helping and enabling. Think more about the animal and less about the ego.

So it's better to leave a dog that could have an awesome home in a crate, alone and scared?

Whatever!!! If you wanna help, let me know.

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