Hi, my name is CARSON (aka Charlie) and here is a little info about me: Age: 5 yearsGender: maleWeight: 60lbs / 27kgHeight: 64cm / 25inHighlights: playful with other dogs, cuddly, good with all adults, food guardingUPDATE: I made it to Canada! New videos added. I was found wandering the streets with injured legs, likely discarded when I could no longer serve the purpose I was once used for — possibly hunting, based on my instincts and gentle nature with people. When a kind animal lover stopped to help me, I tried to climb right into her car. When she let me, I rested my head on her lap the whole ride home to say thank you. I was skin and bones — covered in scrapes and dangerously underweight. I ended up in an overcrowded shelter where I feared I might lose access to the provided food. I’ve now made it to Canada and am living in a foster home where I’m gaining weight, building confidence, and learning that food will always be there for me. There is so much good about me. I am fully house trained (though I’ll admit — I’m not a fan of rain and will hold it if I must!). I bond quickly and deeply with my people. I freely approach adults and absolutely love affection. Cuddling? My specialty. I walk well on or off leash. I love to run and go for hike off leash. I am making good progress in so many ways, even after only a few weeks. I am very responsive to learning and am quite intelligent. I am calmly settling in and I am putting on good weight. I am not pulling on the leash so much now and go for daily walks. I'm good with other dogs and love to run and play. I am not good with cats sadly. Too much fun to chaseI like going in the car with you and will patiently await your return. Best to not leave groceries with me in the car though. I will think they are mine. See me at the shelter, and new videos added Feb 2026 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q98NxWxuw1Mhttps://www.youtube.com/shorts/myROxX438cohttps://www.youtube.com/shorts/iMFXW2OgpeMEnergy level: moderateI get along with:dogs: yescats: nokids: only teens & olderPrey drive: medium. My adopter needs to be willing to train me through these behaviours, should they arise. Fears: loss of a food source. Please be patient with me through my transition. Training: Some leash training. Leash skills still need some work. Generally happily walks alongside human handlers, can become stressed and may refuse to walk when he feels pressure from collar/harness. Please be prepared to continue training. House trained: No. Please be prepared to help! Health notes: I have a limp in my right hind leg. My rescuers don’t know what caused it, but according to the vet, there is an old break that healed incorrectly on it's own. No intervention or treatment is necessary or recommended now. I will be able to have a normal life despite my limp. Sometimes I prefer not to use my leg, but when I run and play I do use it. My rescuer can provide X-Rays. I have been neutered, vaccinated and microchipped. My adoption fee is $750.00 CAD plus applicable taxes. This includes my transportation to Canada, if I am able to be accompanied by a flight volunteer directly to Vancouver. Disclaimer: It is important for all applicants to visit our website, http://www.lovedatlastdogrescue.ca/adopting/ and read about Loved at Last Dog Rescue. Information included in the profile is provided to us from the international rescuer or local fosters. LALDR does not have access to overseas dogs and cannot always verify the accuracy of their descriptions. Every dog is an individual and can act differently in different situations based on the person adopting them and the environment in which they live. Please Note: LALDR highly encourages adopters to research some local dog trainers before their dog arrives. Although a 1-on-1 trainer is often not needed, it is good to have someone in mind in case any problematic behaviours arise. Most problematic behaviours can be modified if caught early enough, so make sure to nip undesirable behaviours in the bud before they become serious problems. Basic training should be taken seriously, but should not begin until your dog is well settled in - at least a couple of weeks. After you feel your new dog is relaxed and comfortable in their new home, check out training courses in your local area. Even basic beginner courses like those taught at a local pet store can have a huge benefit in helping your dog learn to socialize and get used to being in public situations, all with the added benefit of strengthening their bond with you. While most dogs find escorting passengers flying directly to Vancouver, some will find flights through Toronto or Montreal. In that case, additional fees will apply to fly your dog to Vancouver by cargo. Unaccompanied cargo costs within Canada range from $350 - $550 depending on the size of the dog. LALDR will be as transparent as possible with you regarding these costs. The age and breed of a dog is usually an educated guess, so we are not able to guarantee the accuracy of age or breed of our dogs. Normally, we will not approve adoptions to homes with children under 12 years of age. However if a dog has been determined to be good with children we will approve applicants with children 8 years or older. More information can be found on our website.