Adoption information
I've been adopted!
About Zeke *$350 Adoption Fee*
Name: Zeke
Breed: English Staffy
Age: 8 years
Sex: Male
Dog Friendly: Yes - selective and prefers being an only dog
Child Friendly: No
Cat Friendly: No
Toilet Trained: Yes
Location: Alderley, QLD
If you are looking for someone special to love, then look no further. Zeke is a very special boy, who is looking for a special family to love and care for him. He has a lot of love to give in return.
Zeke is a quintessential English Staffy, which means he has; boundless energy (even at 8 years old), no concept of personal space, so much love (which looks like forceful face licking), demanding stares and brilliant cuddles. He will be a partner who would like to share every meal with you and be involved in whatever you are doing. He has endless cuteness, smiles and quirkiness and wants to develop a deep bond with his family.
Zeke is a very smart boy, with basic obedience down pat and an eagerness to learn new tricks. Zeke is very quick to learn and loves all types of food.
Zeke will need time to adjust to a new home; this will be a stressful transition for him. When Zeke is stressed, he can compulsively chase his tail and become reactive. This may be what you experience in the first week with Zeke. He will require time, space, and a lot of patience. We have found that frozen Kongs and other brain activities (e.g. sniffer games) help him manage this stress.
This loving and caring boy is looking for someone that will:
- Have capacity and patience to take on his additional medical and behavioural requirements.
- Be around most of the time and appreciate having Zeke involved in everyday tasks.
- Like to play and be active (after his heartworm treatment is complete).
- Be kind, calm and gentle.
- Put time and effort into puzzle toys, scent games and training (especially during his treatment).
- Be able to look after his medical needs, i.e. giving daily medications and providing calm activities while he is on rigid exercise restricted (see special needs section for details).
Zeke is a special boy who offers:
- A second shadow.
- Good communication and empathy.
- Motivation to stay active.
- Many reasons to smile each day.
- Lots of love and so much more.
Medical notes
HEALTH WAIVER:
Zeke is currently being treated for heartworm. This treatment is included in the adoption fee and will need to be done at an approved Lucky Paws Vet in SE QLD. We will also pay for another heartworm test in 9 months. If the dog is still heartworm positive, Lucky Paws will pay for another round of heartworm treatment at our approved Lucky Paws vet.
Zeke is currently taking Trazocalm medication to help manage his energy restriction and anxiety while being treated for heartworm.
Zeke has had the following vetwork completed:
~ Desexed
~ Vaccinated
~ Microchipped
~ All-Wormed
~ Flea Treated
~ Heartworm Tested & Treated
Adoption details
** PLEASE NOTE: WE DO NOT HOLD ANY DOGS SO PLEASE ONLY APPLY IF YOU ARE READY TO ADOPT NOW. **
It is important that your home meets the criteria below:
* Dogs must sleep inside at night, not only do we like our dogs to be included in the family, this ensures they are kept safe from toads, snakes as well as the weather etc.
* If renting, your landlord or Body Corporate MUST approve prior to filling out this application (If this is not done we may need to move to the next application).
* Your home must have secure fencing.
* All dogs & cats in the home must be desexed and fully vaccinated.
* Children must be supervised at all times with the new pet.
* Puppy school/obedience training is a must if adopting a dog under 12 months of age.
If you are not willing to meet the criteria above, your application may be rejected.
~ ADOPTION PROCESS ~
1. Please take the time to read the dog's detailed profile thoroughly.
2. An Adoption application MUST be filled out prior to the meet and greet with the animal.
3. If successful, our adoptions co-ordinator will be in touch within 24-48 hours, if you have not received a response in this time, please check your junk folder.
4. The foster carer will then call you within 24-48 hours to set up a meet & greet, this is also the perfect time to ask any detailed information about the dog and if they are going to be a good match for you and your family.
5. The ‘Meet & Greet' - you travel to where the dog is. All potential adopters are given 5 DAYS to meet the dog. If the adopter has not met the dog in this period, then we will assume you are no longer interested. If you have a current dog and the dog you are enquiring about is over 4 months of age they must meet to ensure compatibility. Your pet must be fully vaccinated to be able to meet with our dogs in care. We strongly recommend all members of the family attend.
6. The dog MUST not be taken on the day unless PRIOR ARRANGEMENTS have been made e.g. travelling more than 5 hrs round trip. In this case we need a minimum of 3 days notice. The adoption agreement and payment must be made before collection of the dog.
7. The adopter has 24 hours to email admin@luckypaws.com.au to advise if they wish to proceed with the adoption or not. We rely on our foster carers for feedback on how the meet & greet went so each carer will advise us after the meet & greet.
8. Once you email our Adoptions Co-ordinator, we will then email you the adoption paperwork to finalise, this needs to be completed within 3 days depending if the dog is a puppy or adult. PLEASE CHECK YOUR JUNK FOLDER. The dog can only be officially adopted and taken home once the paperwork and adoption fee has been received, we will notify the foster carer and adopter when the dog is ready to go to their new home. The adopter has 4 days to collect the dog after the payment has been received.
9. A 10-day trial period commences once the animal has been collected from the foster carer. During the trial period, should the dog become ill, you must notify Lucky Paws via email at admin@luckypaws.com.au immediately. If the dog requires a vet visit Lucky Paws will ONLY cover vet treatment which has been authorised by a Lucky Paws admin at our partnered vet clinics. We will NOT reimburse you if you choose to go to your own vet or haven’t got approval.
10. The Adoption is finalised after 14 - 28 days and paperwork is sent via email after this period. Please note this can take up to 4 weeks pending on the microchip paperwork. If you need vaccination certificates for puppy school in the meantime, please email us.
Sorry we can’t take calls, as our rescue is run entirely by volunteers, but we endeavour to respond to your email within 24 - 48 hours. Your patience is greatly appreciated.
This pet has been adopted and found love with its new family.