1 year 1 month • Lab Mix
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Guiness is a tender-hearted boy who is just beginning to discover how wonderful life can be. Born in a shelter in Mexico, he never knew the comfort of a home or the big world beyond the kennel walls. Now safe in Canada and living in a loving foster home, his personality is finally blossoming. He’s fallen head over heels for stuffies and watching him play with pure puppy joy is enough to melt anyone’s heart. Inside the home, Guiness has made incredible progress. He greets his foster mom with excitement, gently nudges for affection, and happily rolls over for belly rubs. Outside, the world…
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A few things we'd have ready before bringing Guiness 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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A short single coat needs help in a Canadian winter — covers chest and belly.
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Tames shedding and prevents painful mats.
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Gentle control on the first walks — built so a spooked dog can't back out of it.
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