Bugsby

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

APPLICATION PROCESS APPLIES FOR BUGSBY 
PLEASE COMPLETE THE BELOW APPLICATION FORM 
https://forms.gle/t9csbc8AvW61YEGY7

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.
• As a social and playful pup, I may really enjoy attending doggy daycare.
• 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.
• When I get excited, I get a little bouncy and mouthy, I would do best in a home with mature kids (above 10) who will feel comfortable and confident around an energetic, enthusiastic dog joining the family.
• As an active breed, I have lots of energy, so I’ll need an active family who can keep up with me.
• 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.
• 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.
• A submissive FEMALE canine companion would suit me well — although I adore people and would also be perfectly happy as your one and only.
• I have a high prey drive, so I’m not suited to homes with cats or small animals such as rabbits, guinea pigs, chickens, or ducks.

My Paw-some Perks:
• I’m a very playful, happy pup with the cutest little wiggle-butt when I’m excited.
• I’m highly food motivated, which makes training lots of fun and helps me learn quickly.
• I walk nicely on lead for a young dog, and with daily walks I’ll only keep improving.
• I absolutely love attention, cuddles, hugs, kisses and head scratches.
• I LOVE toys!! Fetch and tug-of-war are some of my favourite games.
• I’m exuberant and full of beans, always ready for fun and adventure.

Training/Support Needs:
• I haven’t had any formal training yet, so I’ll need help with all my basic manners and life skills. The good news is I love food and toys, which will make positive training lots of fun and rewarding for me.
• As I haven’t previously been allowed inside the home, I may feel a little overwhelmed by indoor environments and need some guidance with my manners. With patience, positive reinforcement and a calm, quiet space to settle, I can gradually learn to feel comfortable and behave appropriately indoors.
• I’m not housetrained yet, so I’ll need guidance and consistency to learn.
• My recall needs work, as I can sometimes ignore you if I’m distracted — this is something we’ll need to practice together.
• I can be unsure and on edge around other MALE dogs and may react if they’re too full-on or reactive towards me. Controlled, positive socialisation experiences will help me build confidence around other male dogs.

Please Note: You’ll only be able to meet Bugsby 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 animals 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.