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First, a bit about the organization, then read on to find an exclusive interview with Rufus Bernard!

 

Mission statement
To promote and support a harmonious environment where humans and animals can co-exist free from conditions that adversely affect their health and safety.

Toronto Animal Services
Toronto Animal Services operates four Animal Centres and is responsible for sheltering animals that are lost or surrendered by owners or animals that are available for adoption to new homes

 

Toronto Animal Services provides a 24 hour emergency response to calls for animals that are injured, in distress or are jeopardizing the safety of the public. Public education programs are available with a focus on dog bite prevention to school-aged children. Toronto Animal Services offers dog and cat sterilizations at our spay/neuter clinics in an effort to reduce the number of unwanted pets.

Animal Services promotes responsible pet ownership through the enforcement of the Municipal Code, Chapter 349 and other animal related laws.

 

Big boy Rufus is a 6 year old Saint Bernard who was surrendered to the shelter when his owner became ill and could no longer care for him. Here’s what Rufus had to say during his interview “I consider myself to be a large teddy Bear, and love a good belly rub and being petted. There is a lot of me to love! I tend to take it pretty easy on my walks, preferring to relax and take in the scenery. I would enjoy lying on the grass (or rolling in it), or sitting with you on a park bench watching the people go by. I will need regular grooming and a high quality dog food, once adopted, to keep me in tip top shape. As of mid October, my weight is 147 lbs, but ideally I should weigh around 160 lbs. My previous owner said I can be reactive to certain dogs - particularly if they are smaller or rambunctious. The staff has also noted I show a little too much interest in cats, so I would be most comfortable in a home where I am the only pet (that way I don't have to share all the love!). If you can help me find my forever home through Toronto Barks, I would be very grateful – although the folks here at the shelter are very kind to me, it would be nice to be in a real home soon”

  

If you are interested in knowing more about Rufus, you can call his office staff at 416-338-6668 or visit him during hours of operation Monday through Sunday 10:30 am to 6:30 pm.