Adoption information
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About Frankie
If listed here please be reassured the dog is still available. After reading the profile below, if you would like to meet the dog please complete this form http://www.dogadoption.org.au/expression-of-interest.html
Other dogs?
Frankie is friendly with calm dogs but can misinterpret the behaviour of an exuberant or boisterous dog. She has also lived in harmony with another placid dog. We suggest that with a dog savvy owner Frankie could be encouraged to be more consistently social with other dogs.
Cats?
No.
Kids?
Yes although she may jump up and accidentally knock a small child over. We routinely recommend any kids be primary school aged or older and only if quiet, calm and gentle. Frankie loves to play with kids but we always ask parents to keep it relatively calm.
Size.
15 kgs.
Exercise requirements?
Medium - playful and energetic. She makes a great jogging buddy.
How is this dog on a lead?
Like most dogs Frankie starts off pulling but settles down. She responds well to consistent training – and even seems to enjoy it.
How is this dog off the lead?
At this stage we don’t recommend Frankie is allowed off the lead as her recall is ok but not consistent.
Escape artist?
Frankie needs a secure yard with fences above waist height – otherwise she may launch herself over and out.
Nuisance barker or destructive?
No.
Toilet trained?
Yes.
Tolerance to being alone?
Frankie is people orientated and would prefer someone home more often than not. She will not suit homes looking for a baby sitter for their current dog.
Likes.
Being a typical Staffy, Frankie thrives on human attention and affection. Frankie loves playing, including fetch and tug-o-war. She is very responsive to treats and loves giving ‘cute eyes’ to try and get food from people! Looking for a couch buddy? Frankie is the girl for you. A real snuggle pot. Her little licks are kisses.
Dislikes.
Frankie will fret if alone for long periods of time.
Ideal home.
Frankie needs a good sized yard to explore and play in. Frankie is a typical Staffy so folks with experience with the breed would be preferable. Frankie would prefer to be the only pet in the home. You will need to be affectionate and very dog orientated. Families with kids would be fine (she loves to play with kids) as long as they are older and dog savvy. Active retirees and folks who work from home would really suit Frankie.
Frankie will not suit homes where residents are very young, frail, elderly or time poor.
Generally.
Frankie will fret, and even become anxious, if alone for long periods of time because she is really people orientated and adores her human family. You will need to be actively looking for a dog to share your life. In return you will be rewarded with unconditional loyalty and devotion.
Frankie is a smart, quirky and adorable character. So easy to love ☺
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Adoption details
1) Read the dog's profile
2) Complete the expression of Interest form
http://www.dogadoption.org.au/adoption---expression-of-interest.html
3) Speak to the carer and arrange a meeting
4) House assessment is completed
5) Adoption is completed with a minimum 2 week cooling off period (similar to a trial but with legal protection)
We strongly recommend you read the dogs' profile carefully as everything we know about the dog/s is listed.
If you are interested in a dog we invite you to submit an application form so we can learn more about your circumstances. This is to ensure we match the right dog to the best home. (one form per family - not per dog) http://www.dogadoption.org.au/adoption---expression-of-interest.html
This is for the benefit of both the dog and the potential new owner/s. It also saves time and uses limited resources more effectively.
Once the essential criteria is confirmed we put you in touch with the carer for a more detailed chat with a view of meeting the dog/s.
If you decide to proceed with the adoption we make a time for a house check.
The adoption fee is then paid (there is a 2 week cooling off period.) Please note we do not usually allow trials.
Foster carers are also able to adopt foster dogs once approved.
http://www.dogadoption.org.au/foster-care-terms--conditions.html
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.