Adoption information
Rescue group
PetRescue ID
1031251
Location
Brunswick East, VIC
Age
10 months
Adoption fee
$700.00
Microchip number
9560000101
Source number
RE176236
Last updated
25 Apr, 2024
Pre-adoption checks
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Desexed
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Vaccinated
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Interstate adoption (VIC only)
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Wormed
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Has received heartworm preventative
I'd prefer a home that
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Doesn't have cats
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Doesn't have kids under 5
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Doesn't have kids from 6 to 12
About Ben
Melbourne Staffy / Staffy Cross Lovers!
Meet BEN, sweet goofy 9 mths old 25kg staffy cross who, 6 weeks ago, found himself on the euthanasia list , at a rural NSW Pound.
Here's what Ben's foster family think about him 😉👇
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What to say about our boy Ben? AKA Lucky Boy Ben.🥰😄
If we weren't moving overseas, we would have adopted him.
❤️He has the biggest personality in a compact body. He is goofy, playful, sweet, cheeky, cuddly, toy obsessed *but he doesnt destroy them*, and all around good boy.🥰
💙He is also incredibly smart. He's a quick learner and eager to please. He's a real dog's dog. It's hard to be succinct when describing our boy Lucky but I'll try.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Temperament: Playful, goofy, puppy energy, good sleeper, responsive, friend with other friendly well behave 🐕 🐶
Ben currently being fostered by 3 humans and 2 older dogs : a Greyhound and a Mastiff. He is very respectful of them and their space.😊
🥙🥖Food Drive: Moderately food driven.
🧸🔫Favourite toys: Really any kind of toy. Rope, rubber, balls, plush toys, loves a squeak. Doesn't destroy toys but likes an array of different options. Loves tug-o-war. FUN FACT - Ben has his own toy bucket 🪣
Ben came a bit timid with strangers especially if they are entering the house. He has gotten much better but still need SLOW intro to any house guests. All he needs is a bit of time to process and get comfortable with new people- at his own pace.
Best way to his heart is by offering him a yummy treat😊🙂🤪 and he'll come around to be your bff very quick 😉
😎However when out and about, on the street etc he loves human ❤️ always eager to sniff them or just walk pass them with a smile.
📋As a typical 9 months old staffy pup, Ben is currently at the stage where he is learning some lifestyle skills like not jumping in excitement on people he knows, and to be less mouthy when playing 🙏
But because he is such a smart boy, we have no doubt he will pick these up very quick!
✅️Dog friendly
✅️Toilet trained
✅️Basic Obedience
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Leash Walking: Naturally very good on lead and very good to listening to correction, ❤️❤️❤️❤️Ben is very calm out of the house, good with other dogs that are also friendly and people on the street.
🐕🐶Other dogs: great with all other dogs, loves company *as long as they are also friendly & well socialised*
👉Ben has been socialised with other well balanced dogs , small or big - to ensure he leanrns good behavior in a safe environment where he gets positive experiences with other fur friends , and he has shown that he is able to play nicely with diff type of dogs (small /big, young/old).
⚠️As a puppy that is still exploring and learning about the big human world - dog parks are not something Ben will thrive on. Generally speaking,- we do not recommend dog parks due to safety & the level of unpredictability/lack of control over the environment.
Sleeps: Sleep well through the night. Sleeps in our bed 😆 He's a great cuddler and doesn't take up too much room. Happy on his bed on the floor too!🤪
Ben's Typical day:
1️⃣ 7:30/8AM: 30 minute walk
2️⃣ 9AM: Breakfast *Ben is currently on premium dry food and premium wet food*
3️⃣Playtime outside
4️⃣Quiet time * all dogs especially young dogs need quiet time/switch off time as a part of their on going character development*
5️⃣3/4PM: 20-30 minute walk
6️⃣5PM Dinner time
7️⃣chill time *we avoid exercise/excessive playing after a meal to avoid Bloat which is very common in Bully breeds and can be fatal*
8️⃣Usually around 7PM gets a second wind, so he plays with his toys until bed time. He is happy to play with his toys , entertaining himself 🙂😊
9️⃣Last toilet break before 9PM , that is Ben's bedtime 🌙 😴
ADOPTING BEN
Ben is now ready to find his forever home 🏡 a family with another older /mature dog would be ideal. A family with time and space for Ben to continue his training/learning lifestyle skills etc
A staffy lover family is a must 😇🥰
A family that will incld Ben as a part of the team, one with soft comfy couch or bed 😝
❌️Not Tested with Cats
✅️Children above 10yo due to Ben's playfulness. *Children MUST be dog savy*
✅️Must have time to settle a new dog into the family. More importantly, time for Ben & his ongoing puppy training/exposure/development
👉His adoption incld mandatory training to be continued accordinglyj ust like all pups, unless adopter is an experienced dog owner with past dog training knowledge,
❌️Not Suitable for Apartment Living
If suitable, one of our team member will contact you within 3 to 5 days to arrange a meet and greet.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Adopting a dog from Tails of The Forgotten Paws AU incld Adoption pack (premi food, premium treats, accessories, bed, toys, leash & collar, flea & worming prevention for the next 2 mths) lifetime access to our support group***
RE176236
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Adoption details
We have a mandatory house inspection
Shortlisted adopters will be contacted to arrange a meet & greet with the pet and the foster family. **Depending on our foster's availability . We welcome multiple meets, and urge all family members to attend the meet incld if you have existing pet, a proper meet with your existing pet is a must.
Once contacted for a meet & greet, assuming everything goes well and you are a good match for the pet and vice versa, our adoption process is short and can be finalised pretty quick , between 7 to 14 days you can bring your newly adopted pet home.
We require all adopters to pick up their newly adopted pet, rather than us dropping the pet to you, this is to avoid abandonment trauma towards the pet.
We do follow-ups throughout the life of the animal, adopter must be available to provide updates when required , specifically during the 1st 3 months post adoption
You MUST complete our adoption form before we can arrange a meet with the pet you are applying for.
We believe every pet choose their human/home🙏 beyond ensuring each pet is matched with the right home & family that can meet their needs , we also look for signs of true connection between you & the pet you are interested in adopting.
All Adoptions incld vet certificates for desex vaccination and any other relevant vet notes /history .
These documents will only be given to the confirmed adopter once an adoption agreement has been finalised.
We aim to ensure all adopted pet to never be returned, abandoned or surrendered to a pound again so we ask you, In the event that you are unable to care for the animal anymore, you must contact us to seek verbal advice.
Having a pet is a lifetime commitment so It is important that you consider who will be helping you with your newly adopted pet, should you become unavailable or need help down the track .
Some animals will require mandatory enrollment to professional training/behaviorist - this will be noted on the animal's profile & adoption agreement, we will require proof of enrollment before we are able to complete the adoption process/transfer of ownership.