Fergie needs a foster carer
About Fergie
Fergie – A Cheeky, Affectionate Girl with So Much Potential
DOB: 13 April 2026 (vet estimate)
Weight: 8.2 kg at 10 weeks
Expected size: Large
Breed: American Bulldog x Staffy / Mastiff-type mix — best estimate
Apply here:
https://southerndownsark.com.au/apply-to-adopt/
🐾 Meet Fergie 🐾
Fergie is a beautiful, loving girl with a heart as big as her personality! ❤️
She is an incredibly affectionate puppy who would happily curl up on your lap and snooze for hours. She loves being close to her people and soaking up all the cuddles she can get. But when she’s ready to stretch her legs, Fergie also loves having the freedom to run, explore and play outside — so a *good-sized, secure yard is a must* for this energetic girl.
As she is still a puppy, Fergie is continuing to learn her manners and what is expected of her. She’ll need a family who is patient, consistent and willing to continue her training as she grows.
Fergie is fantastic with children and gets along wonderfully with other dogs, both big and small. She has a lovely social nature and would make a wonderful addition to a family looking for a fun, affectionate companion.
If you’re looking for a puppy who can go from *zoomies in the yard to curled up on your lap*, Fergie could be your girl! 🥰🐶
Fergie is expected to become a fairly large, powerful dog, applicants with prior bull-breed or large-breed experience will be highly regarded. She will suit people who can enjoy her cheeky puppy energy while also giving her the structure and guidance she needs to mature into her best self.
Fergie is available under ARK’s Deferred Desexing Program, which means her adoption fee covers the cost of desexing, subject to the terms and conditions of the adoption contract. Her desexing must be completed when age appropriate.
Interested?
The first step is to complete an online application here:
https://southerndownsark.com.au/apply-to-adopt/
Please tell us about yourself, the home you are offering, and why Fergie may be the right puppy for you.
Medical notes
Fergie has a small hernia. It is asymptomatic, causes her no discomfort, and does not require urgent treatment. Small hernias are quite common in puppies and are usually present from birth. In most cases, they are minor and uncomplicated, and can be repaired at the same time as her routine desexing surgery, which is what our vet has recommended.
22 June 2026 - Fergie received her first C3 vaccination.
Fergie is available under ARK’s Deferred Desexing Program, which means her adoption fee covers the cost of desexing, subject to the terms and conditions of the adoption contract. Her desexing must be completed when age appropriate.
Adoption details
Dogs:
(1) The first step is to complete the online adoption application form at https://southerndownsark.com.au/apply-to-adopt/ Please answer all questions and include photos of your yard and fencing.
(2) All applications will be considered by our Adoption Team, following which a "meet and greet" will be offered to the top-ranking applicant.
(3) If the “meet and greet" is successful, the applicant may adopt the dog and take him or her home the same day.
(4) For successful interstate applicants, different arrangements may apply and will be negotiated on a case-by-case basis.
Cats:
If you are interested in one of our cats or kittens, please click on the green "Enquire about ...", button, tell us a bit about yourself and the home you can offer the cat, and one of our volunteers will be in touch.