Adoption information
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About Walter (& Henry)
See their movie on You Tube https://youtu.be/pck5AOEDuoQ
1) Generally
- Good with Other Dogs
- Not Good With Cats
- Good with Kids + 12 yrs due size
- Toilet Trained
- Size Henry (8kgs, Gold) Walter (5 kgs, Black)
2) Likes, Dislikes, Fears, Endearments and Quirks
Friendly, happy, affectionate and playful these young Toy Cavoodles are good with other dogs and love everyone!!
They love cuddles and are people orientated.
They are social with other dogs and love meeting new friends however, as Walter is so small he is understandably wary around larger dogs.
As Henry is obsessed with food it is best to keep him away from Walter's dinner - otherwise he will gobble that up too.
Henry is not fond of a bath or the vacuum. Walter is scared of really big dogs.
Their joy and happiness makes people feel very special - their excitement when greeting you is heart warming even if just back from taking the bins out.
They always want to be sitting on or near their humans - there is no such thing as too close for them.
3) Ideal Owner
Active singles or couples home more often than not, looking for companion dogs to spoil and cherish.
They can cope alone but why should they have to when they love people so much? Hence, no full time workers please.
They need to be the only pets in the home so they can have all the attention.
Henry doesn't like being rough housed by small, loud kids - he either tries to steal their food or hide away from the chaos. Walter is very gentle and fine around kids, however best not to be in a home with permanent small children for Henry's sake.
They will not suit homes where people live in very close proximity to each other with small outside areas e.g. villas, units, apartment complexes, terrace houses, strata complexes etc.
As the dogs are people orientated they need to be part of family activities.
They will not suit homes with residents that are:
- very young, frail, elderly,
- renters,
- novice dog owners or
- time poor.
3) Tolerance to Being Alone During the Day
Will alert to something strange but are not currently nuisance barkers.
Henry and Walter will suit any of the following:
- someone home more often than not.
- someone that works from home.
- empty nesters.
- active retirees.
Henry may nibble on shoes if no one is looking.
4) Exercise Requirements
Medium - playful and moderately active.
Both love a walk - its their favourite activity. However, they also play together around the house too.
5) When ON a lead ...
Like most dogs they start off pulling but settle.
6) When OFF a lead ...
They don't have consistent recall and no road sense. Walter will also chase birds and lose track how far he has gone!! Hence, best to keep them on a lead or off lead in an enclosed area.
7) Type of Yard Required
Medium to large interesting and secure.
May take advantage of an open gate and wander off but does not usually try and escape.
Requires 6' (2 meter) high fencing.
8) Contractural Note
Cannot be separated after adoption in accordance with the Dog Adoption Terms and Conditions. Dog Adoption may ask for updates from time to time.
Watch videos of Walter (& Henry)
Adoption details
ADOPTION PROCESS (simple and easy)
1. Read the dog's detailed profile thoroughly - for you to self screen
2. The Expression of Interest (EOI) form MUST be completed prior to a meet and greet.
https://www.dogadoption.org.au/expression-of-interest---adoption.html
3. Speak to the carer/owner directly for more detailed info to determine if there are any 'deal breakers' - designed to save time and avoid falsely raising hopes.
4. 'Meet & Greet' - you travel to where the dog is. If you have a current dog it must meet too. We strongly recommend all members of the family attend. Both parties may wish to report their thoughts to each other but MUST update Dog Adoption directly too.
5. The dog MUST not be taken on the day unless PRIOR ARRANGEMENTS have been made e.g. travelling more then 2 hrs round trip. In this case we need a minimum of 2 days notice. The adoption agreement and payment must be made before collection of the dog.
6. Normally, both parties have a think about the meeting, and if they wish to proceed, the adoption is completed after the adoption agreement, payment and screening is finalised.
7. A 2 week cooling off period commences once the dog arrives.
Learn more about Cooling Off Periods V Risky Trials
https://www.dogadoption.org.au/can-my-dogs-new-owner-have-a-trial-period-before-deciding-to-adopt.html
Folks who complete EOIs have a higher priority then general enquiries - due to a lack of resources. Your info is protected under Privacy Legislation.
This pet has been adopted and found love with its new family.
The rescue group has removed this pet and it is no longer available for adoption.
The rescue group is no longer taking adoption applications for this pet.