Dolly

Dolly is a 16 month old female Jack Russell Terrier mix who is finally getting to experience what being a loved family dog is all about.

Dolly’s story is a bit of a sad one. She was purchased last year by a seasonal worker who, when leaving Australia, unfortunately left Dolly behind with no plans for her future. For the next 12 months, Dolly spent her days tied to a shed. A few kind people made sure she was fed, but sadly, that was the extent of the life she knew. She was never let off her chain.

That was until two very special sisters came along. They saw Dolly and simply refused to let her spend another day living that way.

When they found her, she was covered in fleas and ticks, absolutely filthy and smelly, with a urine-stained tail and a mark around her neck from her chain/collar. They took her home, gave her a much-needed bath, a good feed and, most importantly, showed her what a warm home and a bit of love felt like. Unfortunately, with three dogs of their own, they weren't in a position to keep her long-term, so Dolly eventually made her way into foster care.

Fast forward to now, and Dolly is discovering the good life! Warm beds, regular meals, adventures, playtime, doggy friends and all the love she could possibly want. And boy, does she intend to make up for lost time!

Dolly is a POCKET ROCKET. Think part dog, part kangaroo. Bounce here, bounce there, zoomies everywhere! 😂 She's a busy girl with a very busy brain and an energy level to match. But when you consider she's got an entire year of running, playing, exploring and socialising to catch up on, can you really blame her?

Dolly came to us with absolutely zero training, so we're working on the basics. She is making progress but will need a family committed to continuing her training, providing consistency and helping her learn how to navigate the big wide world. One thing she has already mastered? Crate training! She happily settles into her cosy crate and sleeps right through the night.

She's great with other dogs and absolutely LOVES a playmate. However, she can be a little full-on and doesn't always understand personal space, so she'll suit dogs who enjoy a bit of rough-and-tumble play and can tolerate her enthusiastic approach to friendship.

Cats, on the other hand, are apparently the greatest invention known to mankind, and chasing them is Dolly's favourite hobby. For this reason, a cat-free home is a must!

🌾 So, what sort of home are we looking for?

We genuinely think Dolly would absolutely THRIVE with a job! Agility, scent work, dog sports, lure coursing, barn hunting/searching… you name it, we reckon she'd love to give it a go.

And don't rule out a little farm life! Dolly loves riding along in the tractor, absolutely LOVES running, and so far has shown no aggression towards livestock. We think there's potential for her to make a great little farm companion.
Having something to do with her clever little brain and energetic body could be just what she needs.

This isn't necessarily a requirement, but what IS a requirement is a home that understands the needs of a young, energetic terrier. Dolly will need plenty of exercise, enrichment, mental stimulation, ongoing training and opportunities to explore the world.

Dolly isn't going to be a couch potato (although we're sure she'll happily enjoy a cuddle once she's exhausted herself!). She's a clever, enthusiastic, energetic little girl who has so much potential. She's spent the first year of her life missing out on so much. She's got a lot of catching up to do, a lot of learning ahead of her and a whole lot of love to give.

We're not looking for just anyone to take Dolly home. We're looking for someone who sees past the bouncy, busy, slightly chaotic little terrier and sees the potential underneath it all. Someone who is willing to put in the time, give her the opportunities she deserves and let her enjoy being a dog.

Microchip - 956000015994967
Source - RE147928
Adoption fee $500

Apply here - https://form.jotform.com/260195004443853