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Adoption in Progress
Description
Name: Chaplin
ID # RT20260121-1
Estimated Age: May 1, 2025
Sex: Neutered Male
Estimated Breed: Lab Mix
Weight: 30 lbs.
Good with Dogs: Yes, with proper introductions and smaller dogs
Good with Cats: Curious, but friendly
Good with Children: Yes
Special/Medical Needs:
Estimated Energy Level: Medium
Current Location: Calgary, AB.
Adoption Fee: $725
đź–¤ Meet Our Little Whippet-in-Progress đź–¤
This sweet boy has come such a long way in just 10 days — and watching him blossom has been pretty special.
When he first arrived, he didn’t even know what a TV was and was nervous about any quick movement toward him. Now? He gets excited when you walk over to him and melts into pets and cuddles. He’s still building confidence with loud sounds and doors, but every single day he gets a little braver.
He’s just starting to discover the joy of toys and has decided that stuffies and yak sticks are top-tier treasures. Cold weather, however, is not his thing. He prefers quick “business only” trips outside, thank you very much. The good news? He’s been doing amazing with his potty habits the past few days, even during the cold snap. We call that progress.
He’s learning that leashes aren’t so scary and absolutely loves getting bundled up in his jacket and boots before heading out. Fashion-forward and practical. We respect it.
His crate is his cozy little retreat. With a soft pillow and blankets inside, he happily goes in on his own — especially when he sees his person putting on a jacket to leave. It’s his safe space, and he uses it beautifully.
We haven’t started much formal training yet since we’ve been focusing on helping him feel secure, but as he continues to come out of his shell, his sweet, gentle personality shines brighter every day. He truly is a little angel who just wants love and reassurance.
We believe he’s primarily a Whippet (not a black lab as first thought), possibly a mix — but definitely rocking that lean, sensitive Whippet vibe.
He does wonderfully with small dogs, including his foster’s corgi, and is respectful but curious around cats. He also did great during a visit with a 14-month-old nephew. Big dogs, however, are a bit overwhelming for him right now, and he has let us know he needs space from them as he builds confidence.