Adoption information
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About Zach (on trial in his new home)
Hey My names Zach
My foster mum says I'm clever but dumb, I'm handsome but with a face only a mother could love, I'm sweet with a bit of spunk, I'm loving and loyal but can make you work for it and She absolutely adores me!
I mean whats not too love really, if your looking for a friend in your life that snores louder then a grown man, who's farts smell worst then curdled milk, who hogs the bed & doonas, who's steals underwear and socks at any given chance and who chooses to ignore you even when he knows exactly what you are saying... wait a minute.... thats not me, ok maybe a little!
But... seriously I'm a cool dude, in true bully style I am an absolute hoot to be around and a complete clown. I have a generally gentle demeanor and am pretty lazy. I'm quick out the barrier but not much for stamina. I enjoy playing with my kongs (let's be honest nothing else stands a chance). I love riding in the car, a short walk with a long sniff, carrying the lead for you, bounding around like a goat and keeping you completely entertained with every ridiculous thing I do.
I have a fantastic loose lead walk, sleep in my crate overnight, rarely toilet in the house anymore , sit sometimes depends what your offering really, I know gentle & leave it and even though I don't always get what you are asking I try my absolute hardest to please you.
I am like a toddler and do best with routine and structure, I also touch and pick up everything, I like to carry stuff around. My parents will need to be mindful that I do require their attention and will need to be reminded not everything goes in my mouth. I require mental stimulation and would benefit from treat dispenses and would love a shell pool with some sand for digging and playing in.
Now for the serious stuff I guess.
I arrived at the ark end of october 2019 and had been let down terribly by the humans befor my foster mumma. I had terribly infected eyes, both lower and upper entropians, my face & ears were scarred from what my my mumma can only assume is from being attacked by another dog. I was shut down, sad and reactive to absolutely everything in the world. My lack of socilisation & good experiences had set me up to fail and failing I was. I had no idea how to behave like a normal dog and my life was at risk because of this. My foster mumma seen so much potential in me and with the help of my very tolerant k9 foster siblings I have grown brave, sensible and for the most part respectful of other dogs, I can still be a little rude and do need to be reminded that not everyone likes to play rough, I am learning to adjust my play style to my new friends and really try my hardest to make my mumma proud. My new humans need to be dog savvy and responsible. My foster mum has put in numerous hours of time and training into me and will only see me go to a home that is willing to continue this. If your a tough macho man with a choker chain and painted on ears please don't waste anyones time. Although I am now confident I am my very best with someone who is calm and positive in my reinforcement.
I am not suited to a home with cats you should see the fluffy ragdoll I live with she is so excellent to chase it almost gives us all a heart attack, mum included, while I don't actually know if i want to hurt them or see if they squeek mum would not like to find out.
I love kids but holding hands and undoing shoelaces is my favourite trick and apparently small kids don't like that. 10 and over they would be cool. They are a bit braver then the small ones.
All in all I'm a loveable kind of guy and I'm looking for the best family in the world. If you think you can offer me that email my mumma and tell her how we would get along.
We would prefer bull breed experiences but are happy to teach you as we go, I am much to smart for the 1st time dog owner.
I'm located in whittlesea for meet and greets and can't wait to meet my perfect family
Medical notes
Zach has had 3 entropian surgeries on his eyes & also had excess skin removed from his forehead. He requires no further surgery. Due to the fact his eyes are very sunken his vision is not always 100% but he can absolutely see and has no problems finding his treats or toys. He does need his eyes cleaned with some warm water daily and we currently put some lacrilube in his eyes every 3 or so days to help with excess goop he accumulates.
Please note Zach’s surgery site has all healed but he still bares scars on his face like most things on the internet some of his photos have been photoshopped to make him that little bit more handsome
He has been desexed
vaccinated
microchipped
intestinal wormed
heartwormed
flea/ tick prevented
Watch videos of Zach (on trial in his new home)
Adoption details
Our adoption process has 5 stages -
#1 A brief description of your home-
We ask that you send an inquiry with a brief description of the home that you can provide and why you think your home is suitable for the animal you are inquiring about.
Please note: if you do not send a brief description of the home that you can provide we will not continue with the adoption process
#2 Some questions-
You will receive an adoption application form within 24 hours of your inquiry being sent
#3 Photo's of your yard - Applicable for dogs only -
Please provide photos of your yard including sheltered area from sun and rain
#4 Meet & greet - With other dog/s if you have any -
You will receive an email within 72 hours of sending your application in which will let you know if your application has been successful. We will then organise a meet and greet.
*PLEASE NOTE*: Not all applications are successful. We aim to match our animals to their perfect homes, sometimes there are many homes suitable but unfortunately only one animal.
Organized MEET AND GREETS do not guarantee the adoption of our of our animals. Eden Ark have the final say in the meet and greet process, If we feel our animal will not suit your family the trial period will not go ahead.
#5 A 7 day trial period -
If your meet is successful we ask that you have everything ready to take your new family member home that day. if this isn't possible, prior arrangement MUST be made - please understand we are not in a position to hold animals for you. Meet and greets are on weekends only, unless prior arrangement has been made. Please note your meet and greet will be organised the first weekend available from an approved application, we try our best to accomodate but again we can not hold animals.
Adoption fee must be paid in cash on the day if your meet and greet is successful to start your 7 day trial period.
Once your 7 day trial period is complete,
Welcome to the Eden Ark Family!
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.