Adoption information
About Ava
Hi, I’m Ava!
I’m a sweet little girl who is still very much a puppy and learning how the world works. I’m affectionate, excitable and absolutely love being around my people. In fact, I love company so much that I’m already showing some signs of separation anxiety, which isn’t uncommon in my breed.
Because I’m still so young, I need a patient family who understands that I’m not a finished product yet. I’ll need ongoing guidance, routine, training and reassurance to help me grow into a confident, well-mannered adult dog.
I can walk on lead, sit for my food and I’m crate trained. My lead manners are still a work in progress and, like most puppies, I can get very excited and jump up when I want attention. I’m also still learning my toileting routine, so my new family will need to be consistent about taking me outside regularly and helping me understand what is expected.
The biggest thing I need is a calm, quiet home where someone is home more often than not. I really struggle when I feel left out or alone, and I can become vocal when anxious. A home where I can spend plenty of time indoors with my people, rather than being left outside for long periods, would suit me best.
I would preferably like a home without children under 12. If there are children in my new family, they need to be calm, gentle, dog-savvy and confident around an excitable young puppy. When I’m overstimulated, I can jump up and grab at clothing for attention, so I need adults who can calmly redirect me and continue teaching me appropriate behaviour rather than becoming overwhelmed by my puppy energy.
I enjoy play, interaction and exercise, but I also need help learning how to switch off and relax.
With the right person, plenty of consistency and a gentle approach, I have every chance of becoming a wonderful companion. I just need someone who has the time to help me feel safe, build my confidence and show me how to be the best girl I can be.-
Animals are located in Gladstone, Central QLD, 4680
If interested in knowing more please phone Gladstone PAWS 0429 127 950.
Or visit www.gladstonepaws.com
All animals are health checked, vaccinated, worm/flea treated, microchipped, desexed and registered with Gladstone Council.
They are socialised in the homes of loving foster carers, not in cages or kennels. (See our website to join the team)
Adoption fees apply.
We care where our pets go - A phone interview and property/enclosure check may be required.
Adoption details
- Please contact us on 0429 127 950 to make an enquiry on one of our animals.
- An adoption phone interview is applicable for all adoptions, property checks required for adoption of dogs.
- 14 day return period applicable for all adoptions, pending return of animal to a Gladstone PAWS member.
All dogs and cats are vet checked, vaccinated, microchipped and desexed prior to adoption. Those adopted within the Gladstone Region will also be registered with council for the year. Adult dogs are also tested for heartworm and adult cats for FIV.
Dogs >6mths, once desexed can be transferred anywhere at the adopters cost. We recommend getting a quote before proceeding with your enquiry. Note: Puppies <5mths are sometimes too young to be desexed and may only be able to be adopted within Central QLD.