Adoption information
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About Dexter
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Dexter is 5.5 months old and is more than ready to find his forever home! Dexter is a white German Shepherd (dad was white, mum was a very light black and tan). After being rescued with his siblings, Dexter has been living it up in foster care for the last month discovering how great life can be!
Dexter is a goofy, cheeky boy that oozes personality, he is very friendly with all people and loves to cuddle, he will follow you everywhere. Dexter is a true German Shadow that just wants attention and affection, he loves to snuggle up on the couch or in bed with his humans, with the softest, floppy puppy ears, he laps up all the pats he can get!
Dexter is a typical puppy going through the typical puppy phase, whilst he isn’t mouthy or jumpy, he can have velociraptor moments where nobody is safe from his goofy antics. Dexter loves playing with toys and especially loves to unstuff them, he is a pup that will get into things, steal and collect household items and be a cute little devil at times, but his angel side is worth it all and more.
Dexter missed out on critical socialisation as a pup, his foster family have been doing a great job exposing him to the outside world and socialising him, however Dexter can still be unsure in new environments and around new things, he will use his ‘big, scary’ (adorable) puppy bark to voice he is unsure whilst he promptly checks things out to make sure they are ok.
Dexter will need ongoing socialisation and exposure in his new home, he would highly benefit from attending a group obedience training where he can be exposed to a variety of other dogs in a safe and controlled environment.
Dexter needs someone that will be home with him often or that will take him on adventures with them, he needs to be out and about and would make the perfect companion for a coffee date. Dexter must be allowed inside in his new home, he is toilet trained and always has access to both inside and outside, just watch out for when he rolls in dirt and then jumps on the couch!
Dexter loves other dogs and is currently in foster care with 3 German Shepherds, Dexter loves to play but is also quite respectful of older dogs when they tell him off. Dexter would love a doggy brother or sister in his new home, he gets along well with everyone and is very submissive. Dexter will need to build up his confidence meeting new dogs out and about, he gets a little worried at first.
Dexter will require an active home that has experience with German Shepherds, he will need plenty of enrichment and mental stimulation as he grows into an adult dog; this combined with training, regular socialising and lots of fun and love, he will be the most amazing companion!
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The only way to apply to adopt DEXTER is by filling out an application form via our website www.gsrv.com.au
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Adoption details
We offer a 'Foster to Adopt' program. This means that the dog will go to live with their adoptive family for 4 weeks to ensure it is the perfect match for both the dog and new family. After the 4 weeks is complete, if all has gone well, the adoption is formalised and your new doggy companion is officially yours!
If you are interested in adopting from us, we ask that you fill out the Adoption Application form on our website (via the link provided below) with as much detail as possible, including the name of the dog you are interested in.
We do not rehome female dogs to a home where there is an existing female dog. Whilst there are always exceptions, it is generally unwise to have two females together; two males can sort it out, a male and a female can sort it out, but when two females fight, the results can be disastrous. For this reason, following the advice from numerous Veterinary behaviourists, as well as our own experience from the last eight years, we do not rehome females into homes with other female dogs.
All of our dogs are de-sexed, vaccinated, microchipped, flea and worm treated
Puppies (2 months to 4 months) - $1000
Puppies (4 to 6 months) - $800
Adolescents (6 months to 1 year) - $700
Mature (1 year to 6 years) - $600
Senior (7 years plus) - $350
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.