Adoption information
Rescue group
PetRescue ID
1036034
Location
Bellbrae, VIC
Age
9 months
Adoption fee
$800.00
Microchip number
991003002555762
Source number
Re133786
Last updated
27 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
About Shawshank
Hi I’m Shawshank. You may be wondering how I got my name, I was part of a pound break.
I think I’m about 9 months old which makes me a pre teen and I have the cheekiness to match.
I’m still figuring out how to use my big feet and I’m super goofy and clumsy but my foster parents think it’s equally hilarious and cute.
I love a snuggle with my foster parents and I always want to be near them.
I have fur siblings too and I LOVE them. I love to be under them, on them, wrestle them, nibble their legs, chase them. They’re a bit older than me though so they can’t keep up and sometimes call me annoying.
I would LOVE to have a sibling but I would also love allllll the attention to myself. Someone that wants me around all the time and not left alone for too long. I still need consistent training especially because I’m a big boy (I often forget my manners) but with some training I will be the bestest friend you’ll ever have.
Adoption details
Regardless of the breed of animal you are looking to adopt, our adoption process is the same.
The first step of the process involves submitting an adoption application form. The form helps us understand a little bit more about you and your household and is used to figure out whether animal is the right fit for your household and what you are looking for, and also if your household is the right fit for the animal.
After a review process, shortlisted applicants will be contacted by one of our volunteer adoption coordinators usually by phone call or message. This is an informal conversation to discuss any questions we may have about the application and re-confirm any information provided. It is usually at at this point that we will organise a Meet & Greet with you and the animal.
It is a Strong Heart’s adoption policy to arrange a Meet & Greet with the prospective family and the animal before finalising the adoption. The Meet & Greet will allow the opportunity to visit the animal and have a pat and a play with them. The foster carer will tell you a bit about the animal's personality and what they have been like for the time they’ve been in their care. It is a great opportunity to ask the carer about the animals food, sleeping and any other health requirements.
If the Meet & Greet goes well on the day, in most cases you will be able to take the animal home straight away after payment of the adoption fee. All necessary paperwork including vet work history and transfer of ownership information will be sent via email within a few days unless otherwise specified.