Unknown • Mixed Breed
Listing confirmed October 6, 2026
Based on New Hope Dog Rescue's listing, and in some cases inferred from Ripley's description. Always confirm with them before deciding.
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Ripley was surrendered in July 2019, and it quickly became clear something was very wrong when he showed severe stiffness in his back legs, later diagnosed at the Western College of Veterinary Medicine as bilateral cranial cruciate ligament tears with painful joint degeneration in both knees. After detailed X-rays and surgical planning, Ripley endured two major orthopedic surgeries—his first TPLO and arthroscopy in November 2019, followed by a second TPLO in January 2020—each with a long, demanding recovery. Despite the pain, sedation, and months of restricted healing, Ripley pushed through…
Shelter breed labels are an educated guess from a dog's looks, and they are often wrong. If you adopt Ripley, 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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