Male neutered corgi in Richmond, BC

Age: 3 to 5 years old

Sex: Male/neutered

Breed: Corgi

Rico is a male Corgi, between 3-5 years old. He weighs 26 lbs. His ears were brutally hacked off by a puppy mill breeder, but he is still adorable. He will lose his foster home soon and urgently needs a foster or permanent home prior to October 15. He is a bit shy and he gets along well with people and other dogs. He's had a "ruff" life and deserves better.

Ocean Dog Rescue, Richmond, BC

604-779-7977

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Permalink Reply by Sam Tsang on October 12, 2011 at 7:47am

I will be flying red eye to BC tonight, gonna be there for a week. if anyone is interested in adopting RICO, book him a flight, message me directly, I will personally escort him to Vancouver Airport. If you are in Ontario or Quebec, I can bring him back to Toronto and possibly get him to you before 29th OCT.

Ocean Dog Rescue is a great organization, they've rescued over 50+ corgis in extreme condition. (warning: Graphic) we supported them with our calendars last year.

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Permalink Reply by Emily & Scout on October 12, 2011 at 9:00am

OK... What heartless person would ever think to hack off a corgi's ears?!? That part of the post upsets me the most. Hope the little guy can find someone to love him and give him a good home soon.

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Permalink Reply by Jane Christensen on October 12, 2011 at 9:35am

GRRRRRR...wish I could help:( Thanks Sam!

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Permalink Reply by David, Sons & Thia the Corgi on October 12, 2011 at 10:35am

Ugh that makes me ill, I wish we could help he looks like a sweetie.

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Permalink Reply by Beth on October 12, 2011 at 12:07pm

Oh, that makes me so sad! Poor guy. I just can't imagine myself with 3 at this point; it would upset my existing balance with my current "pack" which also includes a very bossy kitty cat. Why would some idiot crop a Corgi's ears, and in that manner? I just can't imagine what makes some people tick.

Thanks for putting out the word, Sam.

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Permalink Reply by Gail and Ashton on October 12, 2011 at 12:52pm

Do we know if he gets along with children and cats?

It breaks my heart thinking of the horrors this little boy has gone through, his poor ears!! He needs a forever home to lavish him in love.

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Permalink Reply by Sam Tsang on October 12, 2011 at 4:58pm

Hi Gail, I'm not sure, call Ocean Dog directly, let me know if you need help with anything, I'll be there until next wednesday.

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Permalink Reply by steve smith on October 13, 2011 at 7:05am

What is the status of this baby?

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Permalink Reply by Sam Tsang on October 13, 2011 at 1:43pm

Ok folks, here's the latest:

I just called Renee of "Ocean Dog Rescue", had a nice chat this morning. She wants to thank our members for the donation. There's 5 applications for RICO currently, a couple with an existing corgi "may" adopt him, the rescue just did a house inspection last night. RICO have been living with his foster parents for 1.5 years, his wounds are healed and is ready to travel. RICO is scheduled to fly from Taiwan to Vancouver on Monday, Renee will keep me inform on the latest.

RICO is the last of the 50 corgis saved from the 500 dogs puppymill in 09 (link above),

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Permalink Reply by Jane Christensen on October 13, 2011 at 11:18pm

Thanks for the update Sam!

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Permalink Reply by Munira Murphy on October 18, 2011 at 9:42am

Rico arrived at the airport last night and his foster/possibly adoptive family came to meet him. They have a corgi already and a wonderful huge fenced yard for Rico and his new buddy (Georgie) to play in. It was clear what a smart little guy Rico is when it came time to say goodbye to the volunteer passenger who brought him over from Taiwan.. although they had only met at the airport, Rico couldn't leave without saying goodbye and basically relaxed and rolled over for a belly rub as soon as the passenger crouched down to say goodbye.

OCean Dog Rescue is so thankful that with the calendar donations we were able to help dogs like Rico.. so thanks!!! And Rico thanks you too!!

Here are a few pics of him last night..