Rocky

Rocky — A Simply Delightful Youngster

DOB: December 2025
Breed: Kelpie × German Shorthaired Pointer
Sex: Male
Current weight: 15 kgs
Estimated weight at maturity: 23 kgs

Apply here:
https://southerndownsark.com.au/apply-to-adopt/

Rocky is a striking young dog, with a rich chocolate coat, touches of white on his chest and toes, long athletic legs and a beautifully expressive face. Although still a youngster, he already has the manners of a much more mature dog.

Born in December 2025, he’s a Sagittarius through and through — happy, adventurous, curious and always ready for the next bit of fun.

Rocky came into care because his youthful energy and enthusiasm were a little too much for his original owner. Since then, he has had the enormous benefit of being fostered by a dog behaviourist, who has spent a great deal of time working with him. To say Rocky is now well behaved is something of an understatement.

Rocky walks well on leash and will even trot calmly alongside a bicycle ridden by his handler. He understands and respects boundaries, knows his basic commands and listens well. He does not jump up on people and is polite and well-mannered when meeting new dogs and new people.  However, he will try to jump the fence or dig under if he's contained too long. So a high fence is desirable!

Rocky lives very happily with another dog and a cat. He is house-trained. He is not protective of his food and has shown no issues around mealtimes. He enjoys car travel and would make a good companion for someone who likes to include their dog in everyday life and adventures.  

His Kelpie and German Shorthaired Pointer heritage gives him a particularly appealing combination of qualities. Both are intelligent, athletic, people-oriented working breeds, so it is no surprise that Rocky is bright, eager to learn and happiest when he has companionship, exercise and something interesting to do. He has plenty of youthful energy, but importantly, he has also learned how to listen, settle and behave appropriately.

Rocky would suit an active home where he has the opportunity to run flat out every day and enjoy walks, outings, training, games and adventures, while also being very much part of family life.  

Does he need lots of exercise and stimulation? Yes.

What we love about Rocky

✓ Exceptionally well mannered
✓ Walks beautifully on leash
✓ Can calmly accompany his handler alongside a bicycle
✓ Knows his basic commands
✓ Polite when meeting new dogs and people
✓ House-trained
✓ Enjoys travelling in the car
✓ Intelligent, responsive and eager to please
✓ Handsome, athletic and full of personality

Rocky is a simply delightful dog — clever, cheerful, affectionate and ready to become somebody's best mate.

Apply here:
https://southerndownsark.com.au/apply-to-adopt/