Bear

Meet Bear! This beautiful boy is of mixed breeds, possibly some Staghound and Mastiff? Hard to know exactly. Unfortunately Bear lost a hind leg when he fell from the back of a ute, and his leg was too badly broken to be saved. His owner couldn't afford the cost associated with his amputation surgery, so Bear came to us.

While he may be missing a leg, Bear is certainly not missing heart! He's a gentle, loving boy looking for a special family to call his own. He's such an easy care, sweet-natured pup who thrives on affection and companionship. He has a gentle temperament, making him an ideal companion for families with children. As well as a people-lover, Bear gets along wonderfully with other dogs too!

Bear has an adorable habit of "talking" when he wants your attention. His foster family finds his little noises endearingly sweet! Despite his playful spirit, he's very well-behaved and mature for his age. He doesn't let his missing leg get in the way of enjoying life, but he may need help with stairs or getting into cars occasionally. Bear is a typical active young dog and regular light exercise will keep him healthy, but he may need to build up his fitness level initially. Bear is toilet trained and loves to sleep on his carer's bed if allowed! He sleeps quietly all night.

Bear has a huge heart and we can't wait to find this lad a loving family to make him the centre of their home. He is quite a big pup and although we don't know his breed mix, he is likely to grow into a medium-large dog.

To apply to adopt, please complete a SAFE Dog Adoption Enquiry Form as follows:

* From the PetRescue website please click on this link: https://safe.org.au/find-a-dog/animal/byd2423/
* On the SAFE website, simply click on 'Apply to Adopt'.

Before applying for a puppy, please remember that adopting a pup into your home is a huge commitment. Puppies require daily exercise, positive and varied socialisation, grooming, training and playtime. When applying, please consider your work hours, holidays, and how busy your personal life is. Puppies will need someone who is home for most of the day with regular focused input, especially in those first six months after adoption.

MEDICAL NOTES
Bear had one leg amputated after a fall from the back of a ute. This isn't causing him any problems however recommend annual checks (as any dog should receive).Adoption fee includes vet check, flea and worm treatment, puppy vaccinations, microchip (including transfer of ownership) and sterilisation at 6 months at a approved vet clinic (see list below).

ADOPTION DETAILS
Adoption Fee: $500

Our adoption process includes a meet-and-greet with you (and any dog already in your household, along with proof they are current with their vaccinations); a property check/photos of yard & fencing, and a 2 week trial period to ensure your pup is the right fit for your home.

Adoption fee must be deposited electronically into our SAFE Bunbury bank account in full before adoption trial starts. SAFE Bunbury will arrange transfer of ownership on your pet's microchip once the trial period is completed.

To arrange sterilisation at 6 months old, a SAFE approved vet clinic (see below) should be selected:

Blair Street Veterinary Hospital, Bunbury
Busselton Veterinary Hospital, Busselton
Ninth Street Vet Clinic, Harvey
Halls Head Small Animal Clinic, Halls Head
Caryn Vet Hospital, Edgewater
Kingsley Veterinary Hospital, Kingsley
South Metropolitan TAFE Vet Clinic, Bentley (during semester)
Swan Veterinary Hospital, Midvale
Albany Vet Hospital, Albany
Swans Vet Service, Esperance

Please ask us for more information on arranging sterilisation of your pet if you live outside the Bunbury area.

6 GREAT REASONS TO ADOPT FROM SAFE:

1. Lifetime Support: If you can no longer care for your adopted pet, please inform SAFE, and we will do our best to help you find a suitable solution.
2. Discounted airfares: if applicable
3. Adoption fee includes vet check, first vaccination, microchip and desexing
4. Foster care instead of cage confinement, ensuring lots of love and socialisation
5. Speak directly with my foster carer
6. Quick response to your enquiry

APPLY TO ADOPT ME

Am I the one you have been looking for? Click the link and fill out the application with as much detail as possible. The more information you provide, the easier the adoption process will be, hopefully bringing us together sooner!