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About Tink ~ border collie x mastiff (On Trial 15/8/17)
Hi. My name is Tink and I’m a 1 year old, female, Border Collie x Mastiff. I turned 1 on the day Dog Rescue Newcastle broke me out of the pound, what a birthday present! I am a very shy girl around new people but I truly shine once I settle in. My foster carer thinks I’m just a huge cuddly ball of fluff!
I am said to be good with dogs my own size, as when I was at the pound I was sharing an enclosure with a friend of mine. I have not been around other dogs much whilst in foster care but I have not shown any aggression towards other dogs when I am on a walk or getting a bath at the shops. My foster carer is not sure how I am with cats or pocket pets as they don’t have any.
I don’t fret while my foster carers are at work as they leave me occupied with treats and toys spread around the yard. I haven’t made any attempt to dig or jump my way out. When they come home from work they let me inside and give me the biggest cuddles and kisses.
I think I am spoilt for choice on where I can sleep. I’ve resorted to sleeping on my foster carers’ bed and they just let me sleep there. Can you believe that? In the middle of the night I will sneak back to my bed though, which is located at the foot of their bed just so they can sleep comfortably for the rest of the night. I have learnt “on your bed” for times when I take up too much space and need to go to my own bed. My foster carers also have a kennel for me in the yard so when I want to snooze while they’re at work I can.
I am toilet trained, however I am still learning that when my foster carer says “wee wee”, it’s time to go to the toilet. Otherwise my foster carers take me outside quite often and watch me sniff for a good spot to do my business. I am not a nuisance barker. I playfully bark if you suddenly stop playing with me or if someone comes into the yard or front of the house that you haven’t invited.
I travel well in the car. I love my walks. I pull on the lead a little but my carer is training me not to. I have learnt to wait on my mat until dinner is ready. I would really like my new human(s) to continue training me to have good habits. I like a good game of fetch and chasey around the yard with my humans! When I am all tired out though I would just rather push my bum against you for pats. A gentle reminder that if you start you better not stop!
I understand “sit”, “on your bed”, “mine”, “stay”, “come”, and a clap for when I do something they don’t like. I am working on “wee wee”, “shake” and “drop”. My ideal home would be where my new family can give me lots of attention and reinforce what I am currently learning. If my new parents work during the day I would like them to take me for a walk in the morning so when they leave me I won’t get bored. I’d be fine living with another dog if you have one.
For more information or to meet Tink, please contact her foster carer Jasmine by email, drn.jasmine@gmail.com. Tink is in foster care in Warabrook, NSW 2304 (Newcastle) and is available for adoption interstate.
Tink's adoption fee is $450 and she is desexed, vaccinated, treated for fleas and worms, microchipped, and lifetime registered.
You can see all our available dogs at www.dogrescuenewcastle.com.au
Medical notes
Healthy young girl
Adoption details
(1) The first step is to phone or email the foster carer listed on the pet's profile (scroll to the bottom on the description). They can answer your questions and will ask you about the sort of home you are offering and may ask you to fill in our Adoption Questionnaire. Word format: http://www.dogrescuenewcastle.com.au/adopt/adoptionquestionnaire.docx or PDF: http://www.dogrescuenewcastle.com.au/adopt/adoptionquestionnaire.pdf
(2) If the questionnaire is approved you can arrange to meet the pet, usually at the foster carer's home or nearby.
(3) If that goes well we will arrange a property check so we can verify that your home and yard are suitable for the pet you've selected. We will ask to see photo ID.
(4) If both sides agree, then you can pay for and adopt your new family member! The two week trial begins on the day of adoption.
More details of our Adoption Procedure on our website: http://www.dogrescuenewcastle.com.au/adopt.html#procedure
This pet has been adopted and found love with its new family.
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