Trigger

Hi! I'm Trigger and I'm looking for a new family to call my own.

APPLICATION PROCESS APPLIES FOR TRIGGER PLEASE COMPLETE THE BELOW APPLICATION FORM
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NOTE: You are unable to meet Trigger until/unless you have been notified that you are a successful applicant. An adoption cannot be approved unless you are able to come to the shelter to meet Trigger in person and bring any dogs you currently have with you.

What I need in my new home:
• Daily walks, trips to the park or beach, playtime in the backyard
• Further training with basic doggie manners
• To be allowed inside with my family
• A patient family who'll allow me to grow in confidence in my own time.
• A doggie playmate who is gentle would be great, if not then lots of socialising with other dogs
• A cat may be ok with a slow introduction
. • Due to coming to the shelter as a stray my history with children is unknown. I do seem to be a very excitable boy and I may accidentally knock small children over
• I like both friendly male and female dogs that are gentle
• Secure Fencing (6ft Colorbond or equivalent)
• Lots of toys especially tennis balls and mental stimulation
• A diet of good quality dry food to help keep my teeth clean
• Lots of love and attention
• Regular walks, trips to the park or beach, playtime in the backyard
• No young children as when I'm excited I get very bouncy and mouthy, older children who will be involved with my training should be ok.
• I can be shy at first so I need a family who'll allow me to grow in confidence in my own time
• I have lots of energy so an active family is a must
• I am a clever, young and active doggo - I would be great for dog training, trick training, agility etc.
• A submissive dog is the best housemate for me. But, I LOVE LOVE LOVE people, so I'm just as happy being an only dog getting all of your love and attention for myself
• TRAINING TRAINING TRAINING. It's ESSENTIAL I receive training in all aspects of my life so I can be the best dog I can be when I'm older.
• SOCIALISATION is as important for me as it appears I've led a very sheltered life and can be a bit nervous/shy in new situations. Since being at the shelter I'm becoming much braver though. Taking me to lots of different places, meeting lots of people (children, men, woman etc) and meeting lots of dogs and other animals will help boost my confidence

Things that I don't want in my new home:
• To be left alone in the backyard without any interaction
• Not to be allowed inside with my family
• Never to go on a walk or rides in the car
• Small children due to being mouthy & bouncy

My best features:
• Very playful
• Wiggle butt
• Highly food motivated
• I have had some basic obedience training and know how to sit
• I love attention and having snuggles with my humans
• Happy to hang out with other friendly dogs
• I love attention, hugs, kisses & head scratches

Where I need to improve / Training required
• Unsure in new situations - more socialising is needed
• I love my food & toys so using them as a positive reward should make my training easier.
• I can be a bit bouncy -training should stop this
• I can be strong on the lead - training and walking me in a halti or harness may stop this
• I am social with other friendly dogs however I will react if they are too full on or reactive to me, further socialisation is recommended.