Adoption information
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About Rufus - 63167
Rufus is a very senior man who found himself lost and at GAWS. After having no owner come forward for him, Rufus is now looking for his next and last retirement home. Although Rufus is senior and may not have long left on this Earth, he is still vibrant and full of life! He loves people and would best suit a home with no children. Rufus does show signs that he may be going slightly deaf.Rufus may suit another tolerant dog to live with, but would also love to soak up all the attention to himself! Rufus would need a home that can provide the very best for all the time he has left.
Medical notes
Rufus has some medical issues that are consistent with senior dogs. These issues need to be monitored and cared for as advised by adoption staff. Rufus has a grade 1 heart murmur, some lumps and bumps that have tested benign and some muscle wastage of his back end.
Adoption details
CATS - All cats available for adoption are listed on the 'Cat Adoptions' (www.gaws.org.au/cats) page of our website . If you're interested in submitting an application for an animal, please complete the online form. If we think you may be a match, one of our team members will be in touch to arrange an appointment.
DOGS - All dogs available for adoption are listed on the 'Dog Adoptions' (www.gaws.org.au/dogs) page of our website. If you're interested in submitting an application for an animal, please complete the online form. If we think you may be a match, one of our team members will be in touch to arrange an appointment.
Please note it is compulsory that we meet any existing dogs with the GAWS dog of interest to help ensure a good match for all involved. In addition, all household members are required to attend the meet and greet to assess the dog's interaction.
Please phone the shelter on 5248 2091 for further enquiries.
This pet has been adopted and found love with its new family.
The rescue group has removed this pet and it is no longer available for adoption.
The rescue group is no longer taking adoption applications for this pet.