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About Banjo Dubois
TO APPLY FOR ADOPTION PLEASE SEND IN APPLICATION FORM AVAILABLE BELOW:
https://www.victoriandogrescue.org.au/about-vicdrg/adoption-and-foster-application-forms.html
Banjo is a friendly older gentleman who loves a cuddle. Apart from his grey muzzle you would think he is a puppy as when he is excited, particularly when you come home, or he is having fun chasing the birds he bounces around on his back legs so excitedly.
His favourite thing to do is go on walks and he is keen to say hello to everyone he meets so some further training will be needed to contain his enthusiasm. In other words he barks excitedly and tries to lunge to get to other dogs, his tail wagging frantically the whole time. He is a good walker and can easily walk 45 minutes or so on leash. It is easy to manage his reactivity but we are working on ways to lessen this as another dog may take offence and it makes for a less enjoyable walk for his human.He has lived with other dogs in the past including a big boofer and is great mixing with other dogs at the groomer but he doesn’t yet understand he cannot say hullo to every dog he meets.
When at home he so loves to hang out with his human and cuddle but he would also love a calm, sweet natured canine friend to keep him company if his human isn’t around. Banjo is house trained and will go the door if he needs to go out or try to attract your attention but he will not bark to let you know he needs to go out. He is an intelligent boy and has learnt the routine of his new house quickly. His favourite spot is sitting next to you on the couch – or even better cuddling on your lap.
He is underweight so he is currently being fed three meals a day to build him up. He takes food very gently from your hand. He has little muscle in his back legs and will benefit from someone who can do some simple exercises with him. He is currently going to the physio for a little work on his back end.
Banjo does have anxiety issues. This is understandable when he was at the same home for 13 years until he came to our care so it is difficult for him. He worries easily and is not a fan of the car or the vet. Currently he will sit on his favourite bed and howl when his person goes out. He is not destructive and just cries. Again we are working on this. He would need someone who is willing to be patient with him and reassure him that these things aren’t quite as scary as he thinks.
The perfect home for Banjo would be with humans who are home most of the time and have time to give Banjo lots of love and cuddles. A home where there is already an older dog would be a bonus.
http://www.victoriandogrescue.org.au/dogs-for-adoption/
Have you considered foster care? For more information please click on the link below.
https://www.victoriandogrescue.org.au/about-vicdrg/adoption-and-foster-application-forms.html
All our dogs are desexed, C5 vaccinated with intranasal, microchipped, wormed, and flea treated. All necessary vetwork such as dentals, surgery, eye treatment are also carried out. We are no longer heartworm testing as we have not had one positive test since we began in 2006. If a dog comes to us on heartworm treatment this is continued.
Medical notes
Weight: 8.5 kg
Medical Notes: Poor Banjo had nearly all his teeth out. He is quite deaf and his vision isn’t the best but he is remarkably quick on the uptake. He will respond best to visual signals. Currently he has trazadone for ‘special events’ like vet visits.
Adoption details
We are a community fostercare network, not a shelter, and our dogs and cats are cared for in private homes. Note that we are very careful where we rehome our dogs and cats and we have an intensive process. If you want a quick turnaround we are not the group for you. If you seem like a good match for the dog of your choice we will organise a telephone chat, a meet and greet and a property check. We offer free assistance for six weeks for any issues, a lifetime takeback policy with full refund of the adoption fee, and will always be available to offer advice.
We care for our dogs and cats and we want you to as well. We know that genuine applicants have no trouble with this process and understand that if we refuse you a dog or cat, it is because you are not the best match for that pet.
Our commitment to the dogs and cats in our care is total and we treat each one as if we are passing on a family pet. This may not suit you so we point out that there are equally great dogs and cats available in pounds, shelters and with other rescue groups.
If you are still interested, please download an application form from our website:
http://www.victoriandogrescue.org.au/about-vicdrg/adoption-and-foster-application-forms.html
The application form must be emailed to us:
adoptions@victoriandogrescue.org.au
Please note that we do not take/make telephone calls prior to receiving an application.
Commonly asked questions and their answers are provided when you email us. Unfortunately we usually will not have time to reply to enquiries in more detail and will give priority to completed applications over enquiries. Priority will also be given to typed applications which are easier for us to read and to copy relevant parts.
We look forward to receiving your application.
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