Ivy
7 years • Doberman Pinscher Mix
Listing confirmed October 1, 2026
Care Notes
She has some allergies and skin sensitivities as well, but these are easy to manage with medication and a special diet. What Ivy needs most is someone patient enough to earn her trust.
Gets Along With
Based on Dog Tales Rescue and Sanctuary's listing, and in some cases inferred from Ivy's description. Always confirm with them before deciding.
Adoption Information
All adoption applications are handled directly by Dog Tales Rescue and Sanctuary. Contact them to arrange a meet-and-greet and start the adoption process.
About Ivy
Ivy has been through more than most dogs should have to face. Rescued as an abused puppy, she spent many years with a family but when they were no longer able to keep her, she ended up on the brink of euthanasia before finding her way to us. She's a sensitive girl who takes a little time to feel safe in new surroundings and to trust a new person. Once she does, though, she opens up into a genuinely sweet, easygoing dog. She loves her walks, never turns down a treat, and will happily soak up all the attention you're willing to give her. She's clever and eager to learn, and would do best with…
What's really in Ivy's mix?
Shelter breed labels are an educated guess from a dog's looks, and they are often wrong. If you adopt Ivy, a DNA test can show the actual breed mix, which helps you plan training, exercise and health checks. See how the two main tests sold in Canada compare.
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