2 months • Mixed
Listing confirmed July 4, 2026
All adoption applications are handled directly by Cochrane Humane Society. Contact them to arrange a meet-and-greet and start the adoption process.
Meet Merlin, an adorable and lovable furball with a personality that is impossible not to smile at. He absolutely loves attention and affection, and once he knows you are a friend, he is more than happy to show off his goofy and quirky side. Merlin likes to take his time when meeting new people. He is thoughtful and a little cautious at first, looking to you for reassurance before he lets his guard down. Once he feels safe, he gives you his full attention and is happiest simply spending time by your side. Nothing brings Merlin more joy than being outside. Every leaf, every breeze, and every…
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A few things we'd have ready before bringing Merlin home, matched to their size and age.

A safe den for the first three days — sized to feel secure, not empty.
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Keeps flat-faced or heavy-coated dogs from overheating on hot summer days.
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A second handle near the clip lets you pull a strong dog in close, fast.
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Throws a ball far enough to actually tire out a retrieving dog, hands-free.
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