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About Papito
Meet Papito, he is eager to find a home with an experienced owner who can help him with structured activities and training.
Papito's nature means he can get a bit too excited at times when he meets other dogs, so he needs a patient and understanding owner to guide him. Training and slow introductions will be key to helping Papito navigate dog-social interactions with more clarity on what is allowed. He loves people and would happily spend his time hanging out with you. He loves belly rubs. Slobbering on you when he gives you a kiss, and quiet walks in the park. He walks pretty well on a lead most of the time. When near dogs he can sometimes pull a little bit it is pretty easily manageable. He is a large dog so someone who is comfortable with handling a dog his size is required.
Because of his need for focused attention and guidance, Papito would do best as the only dog in the household. His perfect match is a family or individual experienced with dogs his size.
He responds really well to training and has made progress with the staff at the shelter.
Meet Papito, a lovable and charming dog with a heart full of potential, eagerly awaiting a new family that can provide him with the structured activities and guidance he craves. Papito is a large dog with an affectionate nature, making him the perfect companion for someone experienced with managing bigger breeds. He's a joyful guy who never hesitates to slobber you with kisses and loves nothing more than a good belly rub from his favorite humans.
Papito can occasionally become overly excited when meeting other dogs, so he needs a patient and understanding owner who can help him navigate these social interactions with ease. With consistent training and gradual introductions to new doggie friends, Papito is sure to shine. He walks well on a lead, relishing quiet strolls in the park where he can unwind and take in the sights and smells around him.
Papito is a quick learner and has already made significant progress with the dedicated staff at the shelter, which bodes well for his potential in a loving home. As a loyal companion, he thrives on human interaction and would be happiest as the only dog, allowing him to soak up all the love and attention he deserves. His ideal match would be a family or individual who is not only comfortable with larger dogs but also committed to providing him with the guidance and structure he needs to succeed. If you're ready to welcome this affectionate, trainable, and energetic dog into your life, Papito could be the perfect addition to your home.
Medical notes
No known pre-existing conditions.
Adoption details
We run by appointment, preferably 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
Saturdays for Dec
10am-1pm
Sat 13th
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.