Adoption information
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
Hi, I’m Zeke, Despite my age, I am a spritely and distinguished chap and I am looking for a place to call home.
I enjoy sports, whether it be fetching a ball, playing tug of war or chasing my tail. I approach everything in life with maximum enthusiasm. I enjoy food, but when I am really excited it isn’t a priority for me. I am a fairly well-mannered boy, who knows sit, down and other basic obedience, such as touch. I thoroughly enjoy the challenge of working for my food and will wait patiently for tasty treats or a nice chew toy filled with frozen carrot and yoghurt. I have experienced a fair bit of change lately and am taking time to adjust and relax into new surroundings. In typical Staffy fashion I am not aware of personal space and love having a kiss and cuddle.
What I am looking for in a home
- People that are patient, gentle and very kind, this will be an anchor to calm me as when I get overwhelmed.
- An active household who will go for walks and play with me (after my heartworm treatment has finished)
- People who are around most of the time
- Puzzles, games and other forms of mental stimulation
What I have to offer:
- A second shadow
- Lots of cuddles
- Good motivator to stay active
- Lifelong entertainment, cuteness and love
Here is a testimonial from my foster parents:
“Zeke is a sweet and energetic boy. He loves being around people, even if what we are doing doesn’t require a Staffy. He loves to play, have a cuddle/ pat, and to be involved. He may look like a beautiful fruit bat, but he is not nocturnal, he sleeps well through the night. He would benefit from a calming and kind presence to help him manage his nervous energy and to feel safe around. He enjoys a variety of foods including carrot, berries, kibble, freeze dried sardines or chicken and much more. He is the same with toys, enjoying playing fetch with a ball or eating a treat from a Kong.
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.