I’m Dale! I’m an English bulldog mix from California. I’m about 5 years old, and here’s my story:

I was pulled from Contra Costa animal shelter, where I was on the euthanasia list back in July due to “lack of space” and bad skin problems at the time.

I went to coyote Crossing animal ranch in Byron, California and stayed on the farm from July until November.

During that time, I was being kept outside, mainly in a kennel with another dog. I then travelled to Montreal by ground transport.

I saw the vet the day after I arrived here because my skin needed attention.  My ears were badly infected as well.

My skin is doing much better. I have food allergies and am on purina vet hypoallergenic dog food. I’m also on antibiotics, an anti-allergy, ear drops, medicated baths, and medicated foam between my toes. It’s working wonders!

I’ve been living in a home, maybe for the first time. Everything is new for me. Unloading the dishwasher, folding laundry etc… like what’s this? What are you doing? 

I’m happy with a few short walks a day; one in the morning (I literally need to be forced to go out unless I’m desperate for a pee) and a short afternoon walk. I am fully housetrained.

I sleep a lot and then we go on our night walk, which can last about 25 minutes. After that, I’m good to just hang out with the kids. 

Right now, I’m living in a house with three kids (4,5,11) and a cat. I do really well with the kids, but I’m a strong boy and don’t seem to know my size. I am a “bully” breed after all.

Unfortunately, I’m really not a fan of the cat, so it’s not working out. In California, there was many cats on the property and I did just fine with them. I walked right past them, not bothered at all. I think living in a home with a brand new cat is too much for me.  I get overstimulated at the sight of the cat and it’s pretty hard to calm me down afterwards. And when I get overstimulated, I chew stuff (blankets, pillows, etc).

I’ve never been on a leash so I’m still learning what is expected of me on a walk. I don’t pull, but often stop, look up at you like what now? Then I’ll start walking, then stop and look up at you. 

I’ve learned what having a family is and I’m now ready for my permanent home!

To apply, visit http://www.sophiesdogadoption.com/application-forms/adoption-form/ and follow the procedure to obtain an application form.