Adoption information
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About Socks
Meet Socks, a delightful 2-year-old male Boxer with a personality as endearing as his name! Socks embodies all the best traits of his breed—happy, goofy, and perpetually curious. Always ready to explore new faces and places, Socks greets the world with a wagging tail and an infectious enthusiasm.
Despite his bouncy nature, Socks has a remarkably chill demeanor, sporting low to medium energy levels that make him a pleasant companion for lounging around the home or enjoying a casual stroll through the park. When meeting new canine friends, he may show a touch of uncertainty at first, often opting to lay down until he's sure of what to do next—a charming and non-confrontational approach to social interactions.
Socks is a hit with children of all ages, showcasing a gentle and friendly temperament that makes him an ideal family pet. While his compatibility with cats hasn't yet been tested, his overall easygoing nature suggests he might well adapt to a variety of household settings.
For Socks, secure fencing is a must—not because he's a great escape artist, but because it ensures he has a safe space to explore his surroundings. If you're looking for a fun-loving, laid-back companion who will bring joy and laughter to your home, Socks might just be the perfect match for you!
Adoption details
We are not open to walk ins, appointments by booking only. All households members must be present before we can adopt an animal out.
As our goal is to adopt animals out from the shelter into loving homes as fast as possible, multiple bookings may be made for the same animal.
We are not able to hold any animals for any reason.
As such, there is a possibility that the animal you may have found a forever home before your appointment. If this is the case we will inform you by phone call as soon as possible.
Appointment Hours:
Mon: 12.30pm-3:30pm
Tues: 12.30pm-3:30pm
Wed: 12.30pm-3:30pm
Thurs: 12.30pm-5:00pm
Fri: 12.30pm-3:30pm
Sat: Open Fortnightly
April 6th- 9am-12pm
April 20th- 9am-12pm
Sun: CLOSED
For serious enquires we are able to accommodate to outside our normal appointment hours. Please call us to arrange a time.
Please give the shelter a call on 5334 2075 or email animalshelter@ballarat.vic.gov.au for more information about the animal and our adoption procedures.
Apologies if we do not reply to your enquiry, we are a busy Shelter and get pulled away from the office often.
We appreciate you wanting to adopt! Please do not let this discourage you from adopting in the future!
This pet has been adopted and found love with its new family.








