Once upon a time there was a young Husky girl, known to her friends as Willow. She started life in a home of her very own but tragedy struck and she ended up in “the system”. There she quickly learnt that to get by, you needed to be independent. So, despite her usually sweet nature, she came up with a false persona so that on first meeting, other dogs and people thought she was tough and not be to tangled with. Fate would step in, and although they were far far away, a small group of Husky-loving ladies were to learn of this young Husky girl doing it tough. These ladies, known as SHAMROQ would put this little one on a plane and bring her to join the rest of their merry band of misfit dogs. All of who are promised the perfect home of their very own. Willow would be safe, no matter what. Once in care, the SHAMROQ team quickly caught on to Willow’s little fake front. She couldn’t trick them and they just knew her tough exterior would not last long, with people or dogs. They could see she desperately wanted to be friends and have companionship; she just didn’t know how to go about it. Along came the perfect canine foster brother. One that could put up with her initial snaps and warnings that quickly turned to puppy play and cuddles. Willow knew this type of easy-going male dog was just what she wanted in a forever home. It might take a little settling time and a new person willing to go that little extra mile, but Willow and SHAMROQ knew that it could be done. They all knew not to push their luck to small dogs or other pocket pets though! Apart from the other dog to give her confidence, Willow also dreamt of a family that included her as one of them. She had found this “inside dog” life and she loved it! No more street kid here thank you very much! Whilst she enjoyed playing in her yard (6ft secure fences please), she loved nothing more than sleeping by her people and following them everywhere they go, just in case she lost them again. Though she loved all people, Willow knew that small children under teenage age weren’t going to suit her new lifestyle. Whilst Willow’s story is still being written, there is sure to be a Happy Ending, it just needs that one final chapter and maybe that could include you? If your home fits everything Willow is looking for, then please go to www.shamroq.org.au/adoption Photos by Little Paws Pet Photography https://www.facebook.com/littlepawspetphotography/

I was given my name because Yura is Inuit eskimo for ‘one who is beautiful’ and often used to refer to Polar bears. Looks kinda fitting huh! Not everyone can have their own Polar bear in the family, so this could be as close as you will get. Here is what this particular cuddly one will need in the furever home that I paw-pick for myself! Like my namesakes, I like to be a solitary being. I don’t do other dogs or pets in the home so will need one where I am the one and only and the centre of your attention. This also means that on walks and out and about, I am not suitable in offlead dog areas and will need a handler who has some experience with large dog breeds. The other thing I don’t do is small children. Oh come on, it might sound harsh but you understand, not everyone wants to live with little people and I happen to be one of them. Older people, like teenage and older though is a totally different story. I love to be the centre of my people’s attention, sleep right by them at night time and spend as much time with them as I can. I understand that you can’t dedicate all your time to loving and walking me and stuff, but of course as much as possible will be required, so if you need to go out and leave me from time to time then that is ok. I will happily stay home as long as you have secure and solid fences of 5ft or more. Escaping isn’t something that really interests me but it is best that I don’t have access to any dogs on the other sides that might wanna come bother my quiet time. You know ideally what I am looking for is someone either retired or who works from home or who just is a bit of a homebody and is looking for some big cuddly companionship. Someone who likes to hit the pavement or the park trails for some light exercise a few times a week and someone who will sleep better at night with a Polar bear right by their side. If that is you, then what are you waiting for? You can get in touch with the team by filling out this online form – www.shamroq.org.au/adoption Photos by Hairypants Photography

If you Google the American Akita, you find a breed description that says “The Akita is a large and powerful dog breed with a noble and intimidating presence…Consequently, they are fearless and loyal guardians of their families. Yet they are also affectionate, respectful, and amusing dogs when properly trained and socialized…” I gotta admit, that does sound a bit like me. Let me elaborate. On the outside I look like a big tough dog. And my bark at first makes strangers think just that. Get to know me though and you’ll soon see I am nothing but a big softie canine teddy bear. I have grown up around children of all ages and I love them. Sure, they get annoying sometimes but I will merely pick myself up and move to my own space. So as long as kids understand that body language and don’t pester me when I want a break, we will be just fine. I know a few tricks and some good treats will help me remember some of them. A good toy for me to carry around is a favourite too. I might look big and tough but I do have some things that scare me, thunderstorms being one of them. I am housetrained and love to spend a lot of time inside, so I would like a family with people home more often than not and one where I have access to inside, especially if the big bad thunder comes. One thing I don’t do, is other pets. I don’t do other dogs, at all! So, no dog parks or any of those places for me. I get a bit excitable out on walks when other dogs are around, so I will need a person with large, strong dog experience. I also have paws that are talented excavators so fences in my new home will need to be digproof. As long as they are 5ft and over then I shouldn’t bother trying to go over. A solid fence would be best so I don’t get too distracted by other dogs walking past (eg. Solid wood or colourbond). I really am just one big people-loving snuggle bug that has a whole lot of affection to give the right family. I can promise that if you can give me everything that I have asked for above, then you will get back everything ten-fold. If you would like to talk to the SHAMROQ girls more about welcoming me into your home, please kick off the process by filling out this online form – www.shamroq.org.au/adoption Photos by Charlotte Reeves Photography

~ASSISTED REHOME~ 9 & 7 year old males What is better than one dog? Well that is two of course! Two that are a package pair and ready to move on in! Whilst not obvious on the first glance, we are actually father and son! Duke is Dad and Jasper is my chip off the old block. You’ve got this far reading our profile and you’re thinking about it aren’t you? Well let us give you a quick rundown on what you’ll need to bring to the party if we are to add you to our family unit. The first is probably no other dogs. Whilst we have met the odd one, we are more than likely to prefer our own space at home. This also means cats, not that we have met any but the odds are it won’t go so well, unless of course they have their own totally separate and secure area. Whilst we prefer to be your one and only furkids at home, human kids are ok. We have been around the little ones but you should always supervise us around kids. Due to Jasper’s love of his own food and not liking to share it around, any children should be school aged or older to understand this. We should also be fed separate, it’s just easier so there are no issues! You know that Arctics have pretty limited obedience skills, right? You are welcome to work on that with some treats if you like of course, but you know in the effort of full disclosure and all that…. We love the great outdoors. We prefer the crisp air and a comfy bed under the stars outside, so if you have that no dog on the furniture rule, that is ok with us. Our love of adventure also means that we would like as many on lead walks as you can dish out. No off lead in unfenced areas though, cos that will turn into much more running than you bargained for! Oh, yep and fences, typical 5ft plus arctic fences should be sufficient. We might dig the odd hole in the yard but haven’t turned our talent to tunnelling under fences before. Now that you’ve read this far, you’ve probably decided we are a little too hard to resist! If that is the case, then please head on over and fill out a Pre Adoption Questionnaire at this link:http://www.shamroq.org.au/#!adoption/cfz3 Photos by One More Photography **Our Assisted Rehoming program is when a dog is rehomed by their current owners under guidance and support from SHAMROQ. The final decision is made by the family of the dog and SHAMROQ will only rehome dogs where proof of desexing, current vaccination and microchipping can be supplied. SHAMROQ will take care of any microchip transfer requirements at the time that the adoption is finalised.**

When there is so much to say and only a small amount of space to talk all about me, you have to get straight to the point. So, let’s do it! Hi, I am Maya and I am on the hunt for the perfect furever home. I have had a few false starts in life, but I know the right family for me are just around the corner. Could that be you? I have been in and out of rescue since I was 5 months old. Bought from a puppy shop and bred to line someone’s pockets I have had a little trouble finding my place in this world, but over the time I have had not one but 2 great foster carers and both have put a lot of time and energy into shaping me into a model canine citizen. Sure, it is a work in progress and I will need a home willing to help me with a few things, but what I can promise is that my cheeky and goofy bratty ways will melt even the hardest of hearts. This next home is the one, I can feel it! Ideally, I would like a home with no other dogs. I currently live with a very friendly male Staffy and we get on great, but I can be very choosy on my doggy friends. I have never really learnt how to introduce myself to new doggy mates properly. The Wolfhouse team have been helping me with that and I love my time there, but I am still learning so a home with a large dog experienced family, but no other dogs would be great! No small ask I know, but I might also be open to meetings with easy going medium sized male dogs who are smaller than me, but I can’t promise anything. Cats and other small pets are a no-go unfortunately. I have decided that escaping isn’t really worth the drama, as long as you have a home with comfy lounges, cozy dog beds and belly rubs on tap! I enjoy the odd sunbake and zoomy run in the back yard, but I like to spend most of my time, especially night time, lazing around the house. No idea why but the car is not my favourite thing. I tend to get car sick, we are working on that, but I am definitely happier staying close to home. Just to be on the safe side, I will still need secure fences of around 5ft or higher. One thing you will notice is that I can sometimes walk like a drunken catwalk model on 6 inch heels. The SHAMROQ crew had that all checked out and well turns out it is nothing crazy, just another quirk to admire. I have been doing some hydrotherapy and underwater treadmill walking to help build up the muscles and that helps, but there are no underlying medical issues to worry about. I could go on and on all about me, there is so much to tell. But I think the best way to find out more, if you fit my criteria, is to meet me. If you have the home I have talked about, with someone around a fair bit to love on me and children school aged or older, then I would love to hear from you. Get in touch with me by going to www.shamroq.org.au/adoption Photos by Hairypants Photography