Adoption information
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About Buddy
Meet Buddy, a heartwarming Staffordshire Terrier mix with charm and personality to spare. While he might be a bit reserved with new acquaintances, those willing to offer patience and understanding will be rewarded with a steadfast and loving companion. Once he opens up, Buddy's loyal and fun-loving nature knows no bounds, quickly forging deep connections with his human friends.
Buddy adores the great outdoors, particularly when he has a secure yard to call his own. This is where he truly comes alive, indulging in joyful zoomies and allowing his lively spirit to shine. His energetic sprints are wonderfully contagious, ensuring that bystanders feel the joy of these moments too. Inside, he quickly finds his stride, transforming into a charming goofball who entertains with playful antics and a collection of toys.
Buddy has a gentle demeanor and an impressive ability to settle indoors while seamlessly transitioning between his need for fun and security. He is good with children but appreciates their respect for his space and size. Buddy thrives in a calm environment with a family that understands patience and kindness, making them his perfect match. As a loving and loyal adventurer, Buddy is poised to be the enchanting companion your family has been waiting for.
Medical notes
On examination he has a bilateral rib deformity. (Xray's done at time of castration) Will need to monitor breathing after exercise, no treatment required at this stage.
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Adoption details
We run by appointment, prefferibly all members of the household to come meet the animal you are wanting to adopt.
If you own another dog, you must bring them along to make sure all dogs get along.
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- Fri
1:00PM- 4PM
April Saturday appointments
9am-11:30am
Sat 5th Aril OPEN
Sat 12th April OPEN
CLOSED EASTER Sat 19th April
Sat 26th April CLOSED
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.