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Meet Bakie - Kitchener
Animal ID 2000388878 
Species Dog 
Breed Mixed Breed, Small (under 24 lbs fully grown)/Mix 
Age 5 years 22 days 
Gender Male 
Size Medium 
Color Tan/Brown 
Spayed/Neutered  
Declawed No 
Housetrained Unknown 
Site Kitchener Waterloo Humane Society 
Location Adoption Dogs 
Intake Date 2/3/2026 
Adoption Price $400.00 
Stage Available
This little guy is a whirlwind of joy, ready to sprinkle your life with tail-wagging fun and snuggles galore. Friendly, cheerful, and full of spunky charm, Bakie is the kind of Valentine who doesn't just steal hearts... he delivers them with flair! Bakie loves a good cuddle as much as a playful romp, and he's always ready to make every day feel like a party of puppy love. With his happy-go-lucky spirit, mischievous sparkle, and adorable enthusiasm for life (and treats, all the delicious treats!), he's guaranteed to put a smile on your face and a skip in your step.

This Valentine's Day, skip the chocolates and adopt Baki and get a forever friend who's all heart!

IN-SHELTER NOTES & IDEAL HOME

SIZE:
27 lbs. and looking to get to a lower healthy-weight gradually.

HOME TYPE:
House or Townhouse- Bakie can be vocal at times, so would need to go to a home without shared walls.

CHILDREN:
Yes- Mid-aged or older children (young children would not be a good fit). Bakie can be jumpy and pushy at times.

CATS & SMALL ANIMALS:
Yes- cats potentially compatible with slow proper introduction.

OTHER DOGS:
Yes- Dogs potentially compatible

ACTIVITY/ENERGY LEVEL:
High; will need a lot of daily exercise, enrichment and mental stimulation.

HUMAN COMPATIBILTY:
First time dog owner possible as long as prepared to work on difficult behaviours such as separation anxiety.

TRAINING REQUIREMENTS/NEEDS:
At least one in-person training session to work on socialization, basic training, manners and possible separation anxiety.

HUMAN SOCIAL IN SHELTER:
Bakie is very fun loving and enjoys people.

FAVOURITE THINGS:
Bakie loves treats and scratches!


**For more information on any behaviours stated above, please check out our behaviour fact sheet: https://kwsphumane.ca/BehavioursandDefinitions

**Please remember that animals are coming back from foster care to the centres for their meet and greets. They will be experiencing a new environment and meeting new people, which means they may not exhibit the same behaviours they did in their foster videos or while in foster care.

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