Adoption information
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About Mike
Mike is a desexed male Kelpie x Whippet, adopted by Assistance Dogs Australia from a shelter and trained in obedience and companionship. Mike has one eye - as his left eye was removed due to a congenital defect. Hence, he has been named after a famous little cartoon monster. He has completely accustomed to having one eye and it has not stopped him from loving life!
Mike is an affectionate boy who loves to cuddle and get a scratch. He has general obedience skills and is fantastic around children, being exposed to a wide range of children, including with disabilities. Mike LOVES to play ball and going to the beach. He would suit a family that can play ball with him, take him to parks & beaches, but also want a gentle companion to keep them company. Mike is social and enjoys play with larger dogs – his friends have all been Labradors!
He will require ongoing training when re-homed, to ensure that he maintains the cues he has learnt. Mike is very interested in smaller animals such as birds, cats and pocket pets, so would suit a house without any of these small animals.
Adoption details
For enquiries please contact Rose on 0432668629
OR Head to www.assistancedogs.org.au/pages/release-dog.html and fill in the release dog application form. Please make reference of Mike in your application
A number of considerations need to be taken into account before owning a dog. If you have any questions we would be happy to speak to you directly in order to help you make the decision to proceed. It may help you to think about these...
Do You Have The Time And Energy? The dog arrives with basic training and obedience, however, you need to practice skills and reinforce behaviours with a dog every day. It will be your responsibility to continue the training, particularly for dogs released for behavioural or temperament reasons.
Is It the Right Time For You? The first few months require a great deal of effort and you will need to make sure you have the time to dedicate to develop your skills, the dog’s skills and the bond and communication between you. You can advise us if you would like to put your application on hold to a future date.
Are Your Expectations Realistic? Living with a dog can be a life changing experience with many advantages, however, as with any partnership it does not happen overnight. There may be some challenges and frustrations to overcome with release dogs. You will have to make some changes to accommodate your new dog, but if you are prepared, you will have a loving, forever pet.
This pet has been adopted and found love with its new family.
The rescue group has removed this pet and it is no longer available for adoption.
The rescue group is no longer taking adoption applications for this pet.