Adoption information
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Rescue group
PetRescue ID
1049630
Location
Melbourne, VIC
About Bento
Bento is a tri coloured, Black cream and Tan, 5 1/2 year old desexed Male Kelpie, looking for his forever home.
He is a very clever dog, looking to please and like most working dogs. Bento is a stereotypical Kelpie, so be prepared for lots of energy, that needs to be used through exercise and mental stimulation.
He is a very friendly loving dog that enjoys scratches behind his ears, chasing after birds and playing with his toys, particularly balls of any kind.
He knows some basic commands sit and wait but his recall needs some work -he is ready to learn the rules of his new home. He walks well in a lead with a halti and enjoys meeting people and dogs on his walks .
His new owners should be ready to spend time furthering his training and obedience.
He has lived with a cat from a puppy, so with proper introductions he should be fine with a dog savvy feline companion. He's great with kids but might overwhelm small children with his energy and kisses. So suggest dog savvy young children or children 10+.
This energetic and playful, sweet natured boy just wants to please! Bento has lived happily with another kelpie and loves being social with other dogs and people and exploring outside. Bento would be happy with a doggy friend, preferably trained and of a similar level of energy!
He is very social and loves meeting people, so would be best suited to a family or person home more often than not and that are willing to include him in their activities. He has been a suburban pet and would take a lot of patience and training to be comfortable on acreage with foul or stock.
Bento is happy snuggled up on the couch and sleeps peacefully in his crate.
His new family would be confident with a working breed and committed to his on going training. There has been no destruction when left alone but has been known to bark and create games to amuse himself if left alone for extended periods of time with no stimulation or company. All normal for a working breed.
💙 Dog Friendly
💙 Cat Friendly with a dog savvy cat
💙 Toilet Trained
💙 Child Friendly
💙 Can be left alone for short periods of time with another doggy friend
Medical notes
No known pre-existing conditions.
Adoption details
1. We require a filled in enquiry form.
2. Phone Interview
3. Meet and greet
4. House Inspection
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.