Joshua's room

Woodpark, ON K2B 6W5

The house is a beautiful two-story home in a developing neighbourhood close to bus lines and grocery stores (walking distance, minutes away).

The room is spacious and has plenty of sunlight. The picture shows it in an unfurnished state, but it can be partially furnished at your request.

Carport parking is available for an extra $95/month.

We are two adult males in our late 30s and one special needs rescue dog (a partially paralyzed border collie/german shepherd mix).

The guys are pretty introverted and generally keep to themselves; one is self-employed and works from home, and the other is out at work 40 hours a week. We like video games, card games, board games, superheroes, sci-fi, and other nerdy things. We do not have guests over often (almost never), as we aim to keep the home quiet and predictable.

The dog is a rescue with a difficult early history. He suffers from anxiety (which we manage responsibly and medicate when needed) and is partially paralyzed, but neither of those things stops him from being territorial and protective of his owner and home. He is distrustful of strangers (especially male ones) and can react defensively toward unfamiliar people and other dogs. We’re experienced managing his needs.

While your interactions with the dog will be limited, any necessary interaction is managed with clear boundaries to ensure safety. With consistency and clear boundaries, he does well. We are open to anyone, but please note that he tends to warm up more easily to women than men and may take longer to acclimate to a male roommate. Ideally, we’re looking for someone who has prior experience being around reactive dogs or someone who genuinely loves dogs, no matter their temperament. Comfort with his temperament is an important part of our screening process, as we prioritize making sure everyone — including the dog — feels safe and comfortable.

The price listed assumes a single adult; for couples, we would charge $1,550 per month. The increased cost would account for more volatile hydro and gas bills and the additional household impact of an extra occupant.