Penny

Hello there! I’m Penny, and I’m officially accepting applications for my forever family.

APPLICATION PROCESS APPLIES FOR PENNY
PLEASE COMPLETE THE BELOW APPLICATION FORM 
https://forms.gle/KHgTx45mG84s1iF88

My Ideal Home:
• I’ll need daily exercise — walks, park or beach trips, and playtime in the backyard will keep me happy and healthy.
• Ongoing training and guidance with basic manners will help me grow into a well-behaved companion.
• I want to be part of the family indoors — not left outside without interaction.
• Secure fencing (6ft Colorbond or equivalent) is essential to keep me safe.
• I’d love plenty of toys and mental enrichment to keep my busy mind occupied.
• A good-quality dry food diet will help support my dental health.
• Most importantly, I’m looking for lots of love and attention from my family.
• Because I can be shy in new situations, a home without little ones who may accidentally startle me would suit me best.
• Socialisation is just as important as training. Taking me to new places, introducing me to all sorts of people, dogs, and other animals will help me grow into a confident, well-adjusted dog.
• Training, training, training — it’s essential that I receive consistent guidance in every aspect of my life so I can become the very best companion as I mature.
• Because I may have had a sheltered start and can be shy in new situations, continued socialisation will really help build my confidence. I’m already becoming braver at the shelter!
• I would benefit from a calm, gentle dog companion, as boisterous dogs can be overwhelming. I’ll benefit from gradual, positive socialisation with a friend to show me the ropes.
• With a slow and thoughtful introduction, I may be able to live with a cat.

My Paw-some Perks:
• I’m food motivated, which makes training lots of fun and helps me learn quickly.
• Once I have decompressed and have learnt to trust you, I absolutely love attention, cuddles, hugs, kisses and head scratches.

Training:
• I haven’t had any formal training yet, so I’ll need help with all my basic manners and life skills.
• I’m shy when meeting new people and in unfamiliar environments, and I can be extremely timid when entering buildings or homes. I’ll need a patient family who will allow me indoors, move at my pace, and gently build my confidence through ongoing socialisation.
• I can be scared of thunder and fireworks, and may bark or whine during storms. I’ll need a safe, secure space to retreat to, along with comfort and reassurance from my family.

Please Note: You’ll only be able to meet Penny if your application is approved. Successful applicants will be invited to the shelter for a meet-and-greet, and any dogs currently in the home must attend as well

PLEASE NOTE: Shelter staff make the final decision based on determining if the applicant can meet the animal's needs (lifestyle, home environment, experience) Our goal is to ensure a permanent home that sets both the animal and new family up for success.
Shelter staff reserve the right to deny an adoption if they determine the animal's specific needs do not match the applicant's lifestyle.