Chloe is an 8-year-old female mixed breed dog who has blossomed so much in foster care. She arrived scared and unsure of the world, but underneath that nervousness was a dog who desperately wanted to trust, love, and belong. With time, patience, and routine, Chloe has shown just how affectionate, funny, and loyal she truly is.
We asked Chloe’s foster parent to share what life with her is really like.
She was scared, timid, and clearly looking for love, reassurance, and safety. Despite being nervous, you could tell right away that she wanted to trust people. She was especially gentle with children right from the beginning and immediately seemed drawn to them.
Chloe is friendly, loving, and outgoing once she feels comfortable. She can be extremely reserved with men and may take some time to warm up, but underneath that nervousness she is incredibly sweet and affectionate. She loves sitting on the sofa and quietly keeping an eye on everything that goes on around her. Once she trusts you, she becomes a very loving companion.
Chloe loves chasing her tail, going for walks, and relaxing on the sofa for naps. She is a dog that really loves routine and quickly learned the family schedule. She knows when it is time for walks and even goes to the bathroom in the same spot every day. She loves treats, and enjoys showing off her skills like “shake a paw” and “sit.” She is happiest being around her people, playing with the kids and following everyone around the house, especially in the kitchen.
In the morning, Chloe either heads out for a walk or goes into the backyard to do her business. She enjoys spending time with the kids before they head off to school. During the day she usually relaxes on the sofa or heads upstairs for an extended nap. At the end of the day she enjoys another walk, settles into the family routine, cuddles on the sofa and happily chews on her bones while everyone relaxes together.
Chloe loves getting the zoomies. She jumps off the deck, runs around the backyard and lets out a few tiny barks while she plays. She almost never barks in the house, so it is always funny and adorable when she does. She also loves chasing her tail and gets so excited showing everyone how funny she is.
We have worked very hard with Chloe on building trust, especially around men and while out on walks around other dogs. She has made huge progress. She now walks beautifully on a leash and even enjoys running down by the beach with her foster mom, although she prefers to keep them under two kilometres. We have spent a lot of time helping her feel more comfortable with people coming to the door and teaching her not to react to dogs while walking. She has become much calmer and more confident over time.
Chloe absolutely loves the beach and enjoys long walks. She has become much more comfortable walking along Queen Street and being around people and activity. We are still working on her confidence around other dogs, so we do not approach them directly yet, but she is learning to pass them calmly without reacting.
Chloe loves being close to her family. She sits with us on the sofa, watches TV with us every night, and always wants to be where everyone else is. She is great in the car and loves sticking her head out the window. She shows affection through cuddling, staying close, and simply wanting to be part of everyday family life.
We think Chloe would do best in a loving family home, especially one with children, but ideally not an overly busy or chaotic household. She would really benefit from someone who can continue dedicating time to her training and confidence building. We have worked hard helping her become less reactive around men, and she has made amazing progress. For example, my best friend initially took a few days for Chloe to warm up to, but now he can come and go home comfortably without any issues.
Consistency is very important for Chloe. She settles into routines very well and has excellent house habits. She has truly become part of our family while in our care. Potential adopters should know that she will continue to thrive with patience, reassurance and ongoing training, particularly around reactivity with other dogs and helping her slowly gain confidence with unfamiliar men entering the home. She adored my husband from day one, but unfamiliar men can still make her anxious at first.
Chloe is such a happy, sweet and loving dog. She has been wonderful with children and has done very well with playdates and having the kids’ friends over. She really is a perfect family dog. Outside of continuing her confidence building around unfamiliar men and other dogs, there is not a lot of training needed. She is affectionate, loyal, funny, and truly wants to be part of a family. We absolutely adore her, and whoever adopts her is going to be incredibly lucky.
Chloe has come so far in foster care, and now she’s ready for the next step—finding a family of her own. She will thrive in a home that offers patience, love, and continued support as she builds confidence and settles into new routines. In return, she will bring affection, loyalty, and plenty of quiet (and sometimes silly) moments that make every day brighter.
Ready to make Chloe your new family member? Visit us at 11 River Street to start the adoption process or email adoption@torontohumanesociety.com.
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