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About Alaska ~ 2 yo Cattle Dog x ~ On Trial 14/10/20
Hi I’m Alaska. I’m a bubbly and friendly 2 yr old Cattle Dog x German Shepherd x Mastiff x Scottish Deer Hound boy. Yes my breed mix sounds complicated but I’m mostly an easy going and somewhat goofy chap who loves the simple things in life.
I weigh about 35kg so I’m a larger sized boy - it doesn’t stop me from being a lapdog though! I’m an affectionate gentle giant with floppy ears, chocolate-coloured face markings that compliment my toffee coloured eyes and I’m speckled all over (that’s my cattle dog genes).
I love being with people and I’m a bit of a ladies man - once you met me you’ll fall in love with my bubbly and charismatic nature. I’m looking for my new family so there’s a few things on my wish-list - if you think you can meet these then you should inquire about me.
Because I love people so much I’m after a home where I’m welcome inside and I can be included in your family routine and outings. I’m pretty active and adventurous so I’d love a walk or jog each day and to join you when you go out doing stuff. I enjoy car rides so will happily be your co-pilot on short or even long trips in the car. I’d love to be able to sleep inside if you’ll have me (although you may need to show me your house rules and boundaries as I’m sleeping outside currently). I’m good with kids of all ages but would be best suited to a home with no toddlers as I’m pretty big and might topple them over. Kids older than about 14 years would be OK as long as I get loads of time and attention focused on numero uno (that’s me!)
I have to confess that I do enjoy chasing and nipping at the heels of livestock so I’m not cut out to be a farm dog. I’m better suited to suburban living or a property with a properly fenced house-yard. I have good basic obedience training (sit, stay etc) but my recall needs work as I can be easily distracted. I have just started meeting other dogs when out walking or at the beach - meeting new dogs is very new to me but I have the potential to be quite easy-going with a bit more time, patience and training. I may suit living with another medium sized female dog if she is happy to share her family with me.
Someone experienced with large dogs would be perfect for me and if you work from home then I’d be in heaven as I can be near you all day! I would also suit semi retirees - if you have visiting grandkids I’d be wonderful with them. I’m not a fence jumper as I’m used to 4 foot mesh fencing - however if you live in the big smoke then I’ll need higher fencing to keep me safe from the roads as I’m not used to traffic.
If you’re keen for a cheerful and affectionate boy like me then please email us on rescuepooch75@gmail.com . I’m located near Singleton (west of Newcastle) but we could arrange a meet and greet closer to Newcastle for my dream family. You can also fill out the adoption questionnaire here https://tinyurl.com/drnadopt
My adoption fee is $350. I am desexed, vaccinated and microchipped and I’ve been treated for fleas and worms. You can see all of our available dogs at www.dogrescuenewcastle.com.au
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Adoption details
(1) The first step is to fill in our online Adoption Questionnaire:
https://tinyurl.com/drnadopt
(2) If the questionnaire is approved we will arrange a property check so we can verify that your home and yard are suitable for the pet you've applied for.
(3) After that we will arrange for you to meet the pet, usually at the foster carer's home, nearby park or your home.
(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: https://tinyurl.com/adoptproc
We prefer payment by funds transfer and don't accept cash or personal cheques.
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