Aries

Aries and the Beanstalk

(A fairytale for those with hearts big enough to match giant paws)

Once upon a time, at the top of a towering beanstalk, lived a gentle giant named Aries - a 4-year-old Bull Arab with a heart as vast as the clouds he lounges in.

Now, unlike the giants in the old stories who grumble and stomp, Aries is a different kind of tale. At 56 kgs, he's certainly got the size - enough to fill your couch and your heart - but this boy doesn't chase intruders or roar from mountaintops. No, Aries is a soft-footed, slow-blinking, deep-thinking soul who believes in taking life one thoughtful step at a time.

He walks like a breeze through the meadow - calm, steady, and with a leash as loose as the feathers on a goose. Well-socialised and easy-going, he's met many villagers (and dogs) on his travels and takes it all in his giant stride.

In fact, Aries has previously lived in a home with younger children and could do so again, provided they are dog-savvy and confident around dogs of his majestic scale. He's not one to knock over milk pails and tables - he's all about gentle cuddles and steady company.

But even giants get lonely.

Though he has ruled his castle alone, Aries dreams of companionship - especially of the canine kind. He's dog social and would relish the chance to share his world with another sociable, steady-natured dog to run beside, rest beside, and maybe even plot a few beanstalk adventures with.

This mighty lad is no foolhardy ogre. Every decision - whether it's which lap to curl up in or which sunny patch to nap in - is made with careful, noble thought. He's a lover, not a fighter; a snuggler, not a stormer.

So Aries looks down from his cloud with a gentle gaze, dreaming not of castles or gold, but of a warm hearth, a soft bed, a doggy mate to share his days, and a human with a heart as big as his paws.

Could you be the brave soul to climb the beanstalk and meet the giant who only wants a family to love?

Adopt Aries
No magic beans required - just kindness, commitment, and maybe a reinforced couch.

To meet and greet with Aries, no fe-fi-fo-fum is required, simply send an email to barcreception@bendigo.vic.gov.au or call BARC on 5441-2209 to book an appointment.

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Microchip # 956000014514079
Register Source No. BR101544