Adoption information
About Skipper
Skipper — Australian Kelpie cross
DOB: 21 May 2026
Breed: Australian Kelpie mix
Sex: Male
Weight: 20.1 kgs
Meet Skipper. He was rescued from the pound with his mum and brother. We dont know much about his past but we know his future will be bright!
Skipper is:
❤️ doing well with his house training
❤️ crate trained
❤️ good with cats and chickens
❤️ good with fences
❤️ energetic
❤️ learning his basic commands
Skipper's ideal home:
✔️ secure fencing
✔️ indoor/outdoor privileges
✔️ Plenty of love and patience
✔️ Plenty of mental and physical stimulation
✔️ Ongoing training and socialisation
Skipper is offered for adoption under ARK’s Deferred Desexing Program, with desexing to take place when age appropriate in accordance with his adoption contract. The cost of desexing is included in the adoption fee, subject to terms and conditions.
We welcome interstate applications and are happy to assist with suitable transport options, quotes and travel arrangements. Interstate adoptions are a regular part of what we do, so distance need not be a barrier to the right home.
Apply here:
https://southerndownsark.com.au/apply-to-adopt/
Medical notes
No known pre-existing conditions.
Adoption details
Dogs:
(1) The first step is to complete the online adoption application form at https://southerndownsark.com.au/apply-to-adopt/ Please answer all questions and include photos of your yard and fencing.
(2) All applications will be considered by our Adoption Team, following which a "meet and greet" will be offered to the top-ranking applicant.
(3) If the “meet and greet" is successful, the applicant may adopt the dog and take him or her home the same day.
(4) For successful interstate applicants, different arrangements may apply and will be negotiated on a case-by-case basis.
Cats:
If you are interested in one of our cats or kittens, please click on the green "Enquire about ...", button, tell us a bit about yourself and the home you can offer the cat, and one of our volunteers will be in touch.