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About Alfie
💥Please read the profile carefully to see if you meet my needs!
💥To apply, please scroll down & copy & paste the questionnaire to the "Enquire about Alfie" button
Please note, incomplete applications will not be considered.
Meet Alfie 🐾
Personality:
Alfie is a happy, social boy who truly loves life and being part of everything his humans are doing. Being outside with his people is his favourite thing in the world and he thrives on adventure. He loves going on hikes, splashing and swimming, chasing waves, playing fetch and joining in on herding style games like chasing a soccer ball. As a Border Collie mix and a young dog, Alfie is very switched on and happiest when both his mind and body are kept busy.
Alfie absolutely loves people, dogs and kids. He especially loves being around other dogs and would suit a home with another young, playful and friendly dog to play with and relax alongside. He is a very affectionate boy and is addicted to sitting or laying on your lap once playtime is over. Alfie is also very funny and keeps everyone laughing with his silly antics like squeezing his whole body into a box to get a treat or flipping upside down trying to catch a fly. Everyone at the Sunday markets knows and loves him.
Training:
Alfie is a very smart boy and has an excellent recall. He surprises everyone with how happily he comes back to his name, especially when rewarded with pats and treats. He loves learning and enjoys training sessions with his humans.
Alfie is still working on a few things. He can pull on the lead, particularly on a short lead, but walks much better on a long leash and will benefit from continued loose lead training. He is obsessed with balls and other dogs and is learning patience and impulse control. Sitting in public spaces and watching the world go by will really help him with this.
Alfie sleeps beautifully in his crate all night and you do not hear a peep out of him.
Perfect Home:
Alfie is looking for active humans who love being outside and are excited to give him a full and enriching life. He would love a home that includes daily adventures such as morning hikes, big swims, training games, dog park visits or structured play, with another outlet again in the evening.
Alfie must go to a home with another young, playful dog as he truly thrives when he has a dog friend around. He is also looking for a home where his people are home a lot, as he does best with company and being included in everyday life and does not suit being left alone for long periods.
Alfie has done very well around children over 8 years old when supervised by an adult and is learning to be calm, give space and listen. He would suit a home that understands young working breeds and is committed to continuing his training and enrichment.
Love & licks!
Alfie 🐾❤️
Medical notes
No known pre-existing conditions.
Adoption details
🎯 Please copy & paste to the "Enquire about Alfie" button
*Please answer the following questions when enquiring about me.
~If you’re approved for adoption are you able to take your new dog within 2 weeks?
~Current pets? Details (breed, age, desexed?)
~Children? Details (age, experience with dogs)
~Rent or own your home?
~What is the size of your yard/property? Do you have secure fencing?
~Work commitments/how long would I be left alone?
~Why do you think I would suit your family?
~As a working breed I will need lots of training, exercise & mental stimulation. How to do plan to meet those needs?
~ Have you done any training with other dogs? If so what training have you and your previous/current dog completed?
~I will need additional vet work in my life time such as follow up
vaccinations etc, is this a problem?
~I will also need flea and worm treatments to keep me at my
optimum health, are you prepared for that?
~I've had a diet since being at the rescue of quality biscuits, can you guarantee to continue my current diet?
~ I am a good 10-20 years commitment are you 100% ready to
give me a home?
If initial approval given...
~A yard check or photographic proof of secure fencing, shelter & sleeping areas will be required.
~Written agreement is required by your landlord/real estate for rental properties. A rates notice is required for homeowners.
~A vet reference may be required.
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.