Adoption information
I've been adopted!
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About Socks
Say hello to Socks, a delightful Border Collie X Staffy, who is a fun-loving buddy ready to bring joy to your life. At 6 years and 3 weeks old, Socks is the perfect blend of playful energy and loving gentleness. His lively spirit shines through in his love for engaging with toys, yet he can also appreciate the quieter moments, particularly when they involve receiving loving pats on his wonderfully soft coat.
Socks is a sociable fur friend and can live harmoniously with other dogs. However, his new furry siblings should be calm and easy-going to ensure his irritable nose doesn't become an issue. Whether you are a bustling family, a solo explorer journeying around Australia, or someone seeking a home-based companion, Socks can adapt and fill the role of your loyal sidekick perfectly.
One quirky but essential part of his care is his sensitivity to sunlight, requiring sunscreen any time you venture outside together. This special requirement is a testament to Socks' unique personality and only adds to his charm.
To meet Socks is to love him – his playful energy, his warm, friendly demeanor, and his soft, affectionate side combine to make him an irresistible companion. Bring him into your home and life, and you'll find your days filled with joy and furry friendship.
Medical notes
No known pre-existing conditions.
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-3:30pm
Fri: 12.30pm-3:30pm
Sat Open Hours JULY:
June 6th 9:00am-12:00pm
June 20th 9:00am-12:00pm
For serious enquires we are able to accommodate to outside our normal appointment hours if we have notice. 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.
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.



