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About Sumo
Sumo is a gorgeous black boy with brindle socks - such a unique coloring. He has always been one of the bigger puppies and when he was very small he was just a round ball, he was so fat. Since then he has grown into a rather tall and elegant fellow with a glossy black coat. He has a lean and athletic look about him now. Even though he's the biggest of the puppies, he is a really sensitive fellow. He doesn't push himself forward, so we have to make sure he gets his fair share of cuddles, which he loves. He loves a lap snooze and to tuck his head under your neck and cuddle right in. He plays nicely with the other puppies, and does magnificent ju jitsu take downs by wrapping his front legs around his brother's body and throwing him down. They have a great time together. He is also confident to play with the young adult dogs. Of course he loves his toys too. This litter of pups have all been so lovely - intelligent, calm and sweet. Really special little souls. 8 have already been rehomed and their new families love them to bits. Sumo is going to be a much loved member of some lucky family too, we feel sure.
Sumo was born a day after his mum Pip came into care from a remote community in the Top End of the NT. He is named for the distinctive white arrowhead marking on the back of his neck. His mum did a great job with the pups, keeping them spotlessly clean, warm and well fed. She weaned them naturally a 7 weeks so they have had a really good start. Sumo is a lovely healthy, happy puppy who would love a life where he can have off lead walks and explore his environment.
Our rescue and rehabilitation work happens in Central Australia, but because of the scarcity of adopters locally, our re-homing operation is in South Australia. Sumo's adoption fee includes crate hire, courier transport by road from Tennant Creek to Alice Springs, and a direct flight from Alice Springs to Adelaide. Sumo is currently in foster care in Elliott NT.
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Adoption details
We request that prospective adopters email us with an initial enquiry. We will forward an application form. On receipt of the application form, we will make phone contact to discuss the adoption. We try hard to match the dog to the person, ultimately looking for the best fit for the dog. Shipping fees are included in the adoption fee. We ship from Alice Springs airport to interstate homes.
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