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About Charlie JD03
Hello! My name is Louise and I have Charlie in my care as his foster carer.
I am a professional dog trainer and have put together this info to help make Charlie’s transition into his new home as smooth as possible, based on my observations.
General personality: He is a happy-go-lucky boy around the house. He loves to play with his squeaky toy and go for walks. He wants to be with you all the time. He is very happy to sit by your feet if you settle down to watch TV or if nothing in particular is happening. This is a very good trait in a young dog as it means he’s not looking to get into mischief! He does not have a mean bone in his body and is not destructive.
Charlie travels very well in the car.
Initially he barked at any unfamiliar noise from our neighbours and passers- by. This is not an unusual trait in many dogs. With proper handling at these times i.e. going to him and standing in front of him and saying “enough, quiet” in a firm voice, he learnt to give a ‘warning’ bark and then stop. Don’t yell at him to be quiet from a distance as he will just think you are joining in with him! You can also distract him with his squeaky toy, so he turns to you for a game when he is unsure of something.
On walks he was very good with other dogs we met, friendly but not over the top.
He was a bit hesitant with adult strangers who loomed over him to pat him on the head. (He just hid behind me). I carried treats with me at all times and encouraged strangers to bend down, side on to him, with their hand extended with a treat in it. His behaviour in this area improved, but will need consistent work. I believe he didn’t meet too many new people in the past. He was happier being greeted by children, which is a plus. He played well with my neighbours’ 8 year old girl in our yard.
Applications to adopt this beautiful little boy are now being accepted. Further details on Charlie can be obtained from Nigel on 6584 6142.
Adoption details
The first step is to phone (preferred ) or email Port Macquarie Animal Welfare Service for assessment regarding prospective ownership and pet suitability.
Adoption Application forms must be completed and include a vet reference and photos of yards and fencing. A property inspection will be carried out on properties in the Port Macquarie area.
New dog owners must have a fully secure, fenced yard offering protection from all types of weather, subject to approval by PMAWS.
A 2 week trial period commences on the day of adoption.
All PMAWS dogs & cats are desexed, microchipped, vaccinated, heart & intestinal wormed, flea & tick treated.
Introducing a Kitten/Cat into a new home (especially where either a dog or cat already lives) can be a difficult challenge. It requires patience, perseverance and supervision.
Once your new kitten/cat arrives home, it should be made to feel safe in its own room - we call this the "sanctuary". No other cat or dog should be allowed into this room. The kitten/cat will need bedding, food, water, a view out of a window and somewhere to hide. A good idea in dog and cat families is also a 2 metre tall scratching post, where a kitten/cat can retreat if it needs to. \
Keep the kitten/cat in a room for the first few days, then, gradually, using a series of wooden chocks (or similar), open the door slightly to allow paws and noses to meet. It can then be opened further to allow the kitten/cat in and out, but not the older cat or dog in. We recommend that this should be continued for 14 days.
PMAWS urges all owners to keep their cats indoors.
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.
