Adoption information
I've been adopted!
About RJ
Name: RJ
Breed: Border Collie
Age: 3 years
Sex: Female
Dog friendly: Yes
Child friendly: No - not suitable for a home with kids (she is very frightened)
Cat friendly: Unknown
Toilet trained: In Training
Location: Anderleigh, QLD
RJ is a sweet but very timid and shy girl.
She is a very quiet girl and would much prefer to spend time independently. She is not needy and happy to chill out in the yard most of the day.
When inside, she loves to lay on the couch in her own space.
We aren’t sure what has happened to RJ in her short life. She is frightened of children and particularly men.
RJ isn’t the sort of dog that requires much exercise. She would not suit someone wanting a dog constant companion, she needs patience and understanding. She needs a quiet home.
The best way to win RJ’s trust is to sit next to her and offer her treats in your hand (she is particularly fond of roast or BBQ Chicken).
She would even be ideal for a retired single or couple (preferably a female) as the main carer.
RJ is friendly with other dogs, most of the time she ignores them but would be suitable with any size dog friend as long as they are able to leave her alone and let her come out in her own time - she would not do well with an overly playful in your face dog. She would be ideal as a second dog to keep your dog company - she does not suffer separation anxiety.
Expecting RJ to come to you at the meet is most likely not going to happen, she says away and is avoidant. She has NEVER been aggressive in any way even with handling.
If considering adopting RJ, there are a few requirements below
~ PATIENCE is the number one thing! Don’t expect for RJ to love you in 2 weeks - it will take longer (possibly months).
~ Her new owner must have a crate for a safe place inside, you need to leave the door open on it and she will come in and out as she pleases.
~ RJ is not a dog you can take to dog parks, cafes etc, she is a home body.
~ RJ is not suitable in a home with children (she is scared of loud noises and fast movements).
~ Secure fencing top and bottom is a must, scared dogs can frighten easily.
Medical notes
RJ has had the following vetwork completed:
~ Desexed
~ Vaccinated
~ Microchipped
~ All-Wormed
~ Flea Treated
~ Heartworm Tested & Treated
Adoption details
** PLEASE NOTE: WE DO NOT HOLD ANY DOGS SO PLEASE ONLY APPLY IF YOU ARE READY TO ADOPT NOW. **
It is important that your home meets the criteria below:
* Dogs must sleep inside at night, not only do we like our dogs to be included in the family, this ensures they are kept safe from toads, snakes as well as the weather etc.
* If renting, your landlord or Body Corporate MUST approve prior to filling out this application (If this is not done we may need to move to the next application).
* Your home must have secure fencing.
* All dogs & cats in the home must be desexed and fully vaccinated.
* Children must be supervised at all times with the new pet.
* Puppy school/obedience training is a must if adopting a dog under 12 months of age.
If you are not willing to meet the criteria above, your application may be rejected.
~ ADOPTION PROCESS ~
1. Please take the time to read the dog's detailed profile thoroughly.
2. An Adoption application MUST be filled out prior to the meet and greet with the animal.
3. If successful, our adoptions co-ordinator will be in touch within 24-48 hours, if you have not received a response in this time, please check your junk folder.
4. The foster carer will then call you within 24-48 hours to set up a meet & greet, this is also the perfect time to ask any detailed information about the dog and if they are going to be a good match for you and your family.
5. The ‘Meet & Greet' - you travel to where the dog is. All potential adopters are given 5 DAYS to meet the dog. If the adopter has not met the dog in this period, then we will assume you are no longer interested. If you have a current dog and the dog you are enquiring about is over 4 months of age they must meet to ensure compatibility. Your pet must be fully vaccinated to be able to meet with our dogs in care. We strongly recommend all members of the family attend.
6. The dog MUST not be taken on the day unless PRIOR ARRANGEMENTS have been made e.g. travelling more than 5 hrs round trip. In this case we need a minimum of 3 days notice. The adoption agreement and payment must be made before collection of the dog.
7. The adopter has 24 hours to email admin@luckypaws.com.au to advise if they wish to proceed with the adoption or not. We rely on our foster carers for feedback on how the meet & greet went so each carer will advise us after the meet & greet.
8. Once you email our Adoptions Co-ordinator, we will then email you the adoption paperwork to finalise, this needs to be completed within 3 days depending if the dog is a puppy or adult. PLEASE CHECK YOUR JUNK FOLDER. The dog can only be officially adopted and taken home once the paperwork and adoption fee has been received, we will notify the foster carer and adopter when the dog is ready to go to their new home. The adopter has 4 days to collect the dog after the payment has been received.
9. A 10-day trial period commences once the animal has been collected from the foster carer. During the trial period, should the dog become ill, you must notify Lucky Paws via email at admin@luckypaws.com.au immediately. If the dog requires a vet visit Lucky Paws will ONLY cover vet treatment which has been authorised by a Lucky Paws admin at our partnered vet clinics. We will NOT reimburse you if you choose to go to your own vet or haven’t got approval.
10. The Adoption is finalised after 14 - 28 days and paperwork is sent via email after this period. Please note this can take up to 4 weeks pending on the microchip paperwork. If you need vaccination certificates for puppy school in the meantime, please email us.
Sorry we can’t take calls, as our rescue is run entirely by volunteers, but we endeavour to respond to your email within 24 - 48 hours. Your patience is greatly appreciated.
This pet has been adopted and found love with its new family.
