Darcy

Adoption Fee: $950

To apply, please click on Apply to Adopt at the foot of this listing.

* If viewing on PetRescue or SavourLife, please click on this link to access the SAFE Bunbury application form: https://safe.org.au/find-a-dog/animal/byd1879/

Darcy is a super sweet little puppy who happens to be deaf — but that won't stop him from living his best life with the right family to support him! This beautiful boy is looking for a loving, dedicated home where he'll be cherished and given the tools to thrive.

Deaf dogs can learn the same commands as regular dogs, but through hand signals, visual cues and positive reinforcement training. Please tell us in your application what methods you would use to train and support Darcy to flourish in your home.

Right now, Darcy's needs are simple: cuddling with his people, exploring his surroundings, and soaking up all the love he can get. He's oh-so-sweet, friendly and extremely lovable — you'll fall head over heels!

Darcy's ideal person has plenty of time for cuddles, play sessions, and helping him navigate his new world with confidence.

His perfect match would include:

• Time: This is a very small, young, deaf pup. He must live with someone who is home most of the day (active retirees, stay-at-home or work-from-home would be ideal. Full-time workers won't be suited. If you work, please include details of your work hours per day).
• Safe spaces: A secure area for the times you're not home, along with a very secure yard
• Commitment to training: Willingness to learn about and work with his deafness using visual communication methods - please include how you will support Darcy's specific needs
• Socialisation opportunities: Regular, positive experiences with other dogs, new people, and different environments once fully vaccinated, to enable Darcy to grow into a confident, well-adjusted adult dog.

Yorkies like to be involved in everything you do! They don't generally need a huge amount of exercise if given lots of interaction: playtime at home and a walk every day or couple of days (once he's old enough) will keep Darcy happy and healthy.

If you can provide adorable Darcy with a happy, safe, and devoted home, please follow the instructions above to apply. We'll give preference to applicants who explain in their application how they plan to incorporate Darcy's deafness into daily life, and/or who have experience with deaf dogs.

This special little soul is waiting for his special someone!

MEDICAL NOTES
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). Darcy was born deaf.

ADOPTION DETAILS
Our adoption process includes a meet-and-greet with you (and any dog already in your household, along with their vaccination card); a property check and a 2 week trial period to ensure your pup is the right fit for your home. Note that if renting, we may request proof of permission to keep a dog at your property. Please ensure that all members of your household are aware and in agreement with adopting a pup before filling in an application form.

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
Halls Head Small Animal Clinic, Halls Head
Attadale Vet Clinic, Attadale
Berrigan Vet Clinic, South Lake
Caryn Vet Hospital, Edgewater
Kingsley Veterinary Hospital, Kingsley
South Metropolitan TAFE Vet Clinic, Bentley (during college semester)
Swan Veterinary Hospital, Midvale
Warnbro Vet Clinic, Warnbro
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!