Dill

Dill is a silly, happy little guy who seems to have figured out very early in life that making people laugh is an excellent way to get attention. Every litter needs a resident ham, and Dill has enthusiastically volunteered for the position.

This goofy boy loves interacting with his people and seems genuinely delighted when his antics get a reaction. Whether he’s doing something ridiculous, playing with his siblings, or simply finding a new way to entertain himself, Dill has a knack for making the humans around him smile. There’s a playful, lighthearted quality to this little guy that makes him a whole lot of fun to have around.

Behind all that silliness is a social puppy who enjoys connecting with people. Dill doesn’t just want an audience; he genuinely enjoys the interaction that comes along with it. He is growing up surrounded by people and his littermates and is learning that humans can be a pretty great source of attention, affection, and fun.

Dill has been raised alongside his littermates and is comfortable interacting and playing with other dogs. He has also had exposure to cats in his foster home. As with any young puppy, his future family will need to continue teaching him appropriate manners with both canine and feline friends as he grows.

He was quick to catch on to using the litter pan and has continued to use it consistently. Formal house training and crate training have not yet begun, so his new family should be prepared to start those skills from the beginning and help him make the transition from puppy-pen life to living in a home.

Although Dill hasn’t begun formal training yet, his love of interacting with people gives his future family a wonderful opportunity to channel some of that natural showmanship into learning. Positive, reward-based training should give this funny little guy another way to engage with his humans while building all the skills he’ll need as he grows.

Dill is the kind of puppy who brings a little extra entertainment wherever he goes. His future family should be prepared for puppy antics, plenty of laughs, and the distinct possibility that Dill will quickly learn which behaviours earn the biggest reaction from his audience.

If you’re looking for a playful, people-loving little character who seems to believe laughter is one of life’s most important resources, Dill may be the perfect addition to your family.

Details

  • Breed: Mixed breed (we do not know the breed of either parent)
  • Sex: Male
  • Age: 2 mos. old
  • Size: 2.97 kgs (6.53 lbs) and growing - Mom is approximately 32 lbs, but we do not know who dad is, so we cannot estimate adult size.
  • Colour: Black
  • Spayed/Neutered: Yes
  • Stage: Available

Additional notes

  • Dogs: Yes, to dogs who will be gentle with little pups and tolerant of normal puppy play, please!
  • Cats: Possibly with friendly and dog-savvy cats. Dill has been exposed to cats in his foster home and, like any young puppy, will need guidance learning appropriate feline manners.
  • Kids: 8+ and dog-savvy as he may nibble in play and jump when excited.
  • Housing type: Single or Townhome.
  • Fenced Yard: Required for safe play in the city or a privately owned backyard green space for bathroom breaks.
  • Special: Dill is still very young and has not yet begun formal house or crate training, so he’ll need a home prepared for all the learning that comes with raising a puppy. He has been consistently using a litter pan in his foster home and was quick to figure it out, giving him a great foundation for future house training. He’ll need time, consistency, patience, and plenty of positive reinforcement as he learns the ropes.
  • Location: We’re looking for a home in or around the Ottawa area, as this puppy still has outstanding veterinary care included in the adoption fee to complete at our veterinary partner in West Ottawa, which a new home will be required to attend.
  • Adoption Fee: $900
None of our dogs are candidates for public dog parks due to safety and risk, so if these are important to you, please do not apply. Only applicants selected as the best match will be contacted.