Ernie

To apply to adopt, please complete a SAFE Dog Adoption Enquiry Form as follows:

* From the PetRescue website please click on this link: https://safe.org.au/find-a-dog/animal/byd2040/

* On the SAFE website, simply click on 'Apply to Adopt'.

Gorgeous little Ernie is an active and sweet little puppy. He just wants to be around people and is constantly at your feet and following you around, wherever you go and just laps up cuddles! A typical lively little boy who gets on well with the other dogs in his foster home. Being a young pup he should be able to fit into most households as long as they can commit the time and energy young puppies need. Ernie should be great with children too as long as they understand that young pups haven't yet been trained not to jump up, potentially chew their toys, and give big licky kisses!

Ernie is a Staffy mix and will likely be medium sized when adult. Like most dogs he will need daily exercise including a walk/run outside of his yard, play time with his human family, obedience training and very importantly socialisation, ie positive introductions to new people, dogs, places and situations so that he grows up confident and friendly.

We recommend puppy training for pups to give them the best possible start to being in their new homes. Training is fun for both pup and owner alike.

Ernie would love a household with someone home for his first few weeks/months if possible to provide the companionship and enrichment that he will need as he starts his new life. He's ready now to find his new home, caring new family and start enjoying the good life!

**Before applying, please remember that adopting a puppy into your home is a big commitment. Please ask everyone in your household if they are in agreement before applying, and consider your work hours, holidays, how your other pets will accept the new pup, and how busy your life is!

MEDICAL NOTES
Adoption fee includes vet check, flea and worm treatment, puppy vaccinations, microchip (including transfer of ownership) and sterilisation at 6 months at a approved vet clinic (see list below to select from).

ADOPTION DETAILS
Adoption Fee: $750

Our adoption process includes a meet-and-greet with you (and any dog already in your household, along with their vaccination card); a property check and a 2 week trial period to ensure your pup is the right fit for your home.

Adoption fee must be deposited electronically into our SAFE Bunbury bank account in full before adoption trial starts. SAFE Bunbury will arrange transfer of ownership on your pet's microchip once the trial period is completed.

To arrange sterilisation at 6 months old, a SAFE approved vet clinic (see below) should be selected:

Blair Street Veterinary Hospital, Bunbury
Busselton Veterinary Hospital
Ninth Street Vet Clinic, Harvey
Halls Head Small Animal Clinic
Caryn Vet Hospital, Edgewater
Kingsley Veterinary Hospital
South Metropolitan TAFE Vet Clinic, Bentley (during semester)
Swan Veterinary Hospital, Midvale

Please ask us for more information on arranging sterilisation of your pet if you live outside the Bunbury area.