Mimi
10 years old • Silkie Terrier mix
Listing confirmed July 3, 2026
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Adoption Information
All adoption applications are handled directly by Rocky Mountain Animal Rescue. Contact them to arrange a meet-and-greet and start the adoption process.
About Mimi
TEMPERAMENT: Calm, very sweet PERSONALITY: Sort of goofy when feeling frisky, lap dog, loves to go out to do things. Bit of a loner with regard to other dogs. HOW IS PET WITH CATS: Great HOW IS PET WITH DOGS: Great HOW ID PET WITH KIDS: Great HISTORY: Pulled from large shelter after found homeless on the streets. Appears, lived on the streets most her life, never had a loving or indoor home. Probably kept in a back yard. Never learned to play with dogs or toys. It’s obvious she had a deprived life till now. She has a few medical conditions we can discuss if interested in adopting. BEST…
Adopting a senior dog?
Mimi is 10 years old — a senior. Senior dogs are calmer, house-trained, and often have reduced adoption fees ($100-$250). Read our complete senior dog adoption guide for what to expect, the best senior breeds for Calgary, and how to budget for senior care.
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Getting ready for Mimi?
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Decompression Crate
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Long Training Line (15–30 ft)
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