Dogs

ADOPTION - DOGS

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Not all of the creatures under our umbrella are advertised.

NOTE: Please don't breed or buy dogs. Save a life. Adopt instead. Give a shelter/pound or rescue dog a second chance.

NOTE: Cows milk is suitable for calves. Please do not feed it, or other dairy products, to your pets. Fresh unfluoridated water is ideal for dogs.

♥ LILY HAS BEEN THROUGH HELL ♥

Every rescue has long-term animals in its care who urgently need the loving stability of a home. Sweet, 3-year-old Lily is one of ours.

All indications point to this Whippet x Border Collie x Staffy having been used as dogfighting bait. She has the multiple scars and the nervous temperament... and she is extremely frightened and defensive with dogs who are not behind fencing.

Lily was found emaciated and eating her own faeces... and continues to be extremely food driven.

She had run through a forest fire and had singed paw pads and whiskers when she came into our care. She was not human aggressive but was wary of people and loud noises, and constantly hypervigilant. No-one responded to her "Found Dog" adverts.

After 18 months under our umbrella, Lily is now registered, spayed and micro-chipped and is beginning to enjoy human touch. I wept the first time she pushed her head gently against my knees asking for affection... and stayed immobile with her eyes closed for 15 minutes while I petted her.

She is smart and eager to learn new tricks and has discovered that humans can be fun and trustworthy. Although she does not yet play; when she feels relaxed and happy, she loves to canter and romp with graceful, bounding zoomies... and to follow her carers about.

Intensive reward-based help from Good Dog Training has been devotedly followed by our incredible dog walking volunteers to bring her this far. Thank you so much team! ?

To blossom and continue gaining confidence and healing, Lily now needs a peaceful home with people who will continue to nurture her through her past trauma.

We are seeking a very special home and extra special people for Lily. She will need robust, tall fencing & gates, and to be free of other animals. Past dog experience and a large yard would be a bonus.

Lily is currently based in Auckland.
Please send applications to: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

We look forward to bringing Lily to your home to meet you. ?

PLEASE SHARE WIDELY.

Thank you.

NOTE:
Lily has recently learned to be comfortable around one of our rescue dogs, so it's possible she could bond with another dog-friendly dog after several supervised introductions.

Amber

This is 4-year-old Amber's radiant face when she has been given time to love and trust a human friend.

Do you have time and love to give her?

Please visit us again to view a full introduction to our timid little Whippet X Staffy girl.

JESS & MARLEY MUST STAY TOGETHER

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When Jess and Marley's Mum passed away, they were left grieving and without a home. With the huge loss they have suffered, they are in need of a stable lifestyle with lots of love. Their sad little faces show their despair and confusion.

JESSIE. DOB: 7/5/12 (Just turned 10).

Adopted at 4-months-old from the Humane Society. Jessie is an extremely loyal and intuitive girl who has an uncanny ability to read her humans. (Her human siblings call her their ‘human dog’).

She has lived with cats all her life, but has shown interest in unknown cats. Sometimes she suffers from itchy skin which is suspected to be a grass allergy. However, she is currently doing well on good quality sensitive food.

Jessie is a good, alert dog who will bark to let you know something's up - but she’s pretty chilled and calm otherwise. She can be dog reactive at times, but is easily redirected by saying ‘leave the puppy’.

Jess is wary of strange men, loves water, and chasing a ball. At her age, small sessions with short throws are in her best interest now. She’s in good health for a 10-year-old girl, and weighs approx 25 kilos. She has been surrounded by love all her life, lived in a quiet, peaceful, calm home, and loves to be close to her human. All she needs now is her own person.

MARLEY. Will turn 7 in September.

He’s a neutered, white Golden Retriever. He is a failed assistance dog who was adopted when he was about 1-year-old. He failed his assistance training because he has some insecurities and anxiety issues/irrational fears. For instance, he absolutely hates and fears water, and isn’t good in public/noisy/busy places.

Marley is generally a well-mannered boy who loves people and other dogs. He’s just a big hairy loveable goofball of a boy. Marley too has lived with multiple cats and is very gentle, but has also shown interest in stranger cats. He loves to bring presents, loves his food... and will eat anything in sight.

Both dogs require regular grooming and Marley drops a lot of fur. Previous big, hairy dog experience would be an advantage.

They are both de-sexed and micro-chipped, and will be registered on the NZ Companion Animal Register. Council registrations are up to date along with vaccinations, flea and worm treatment.

Neither dog would be suitable in a house with small, noisy children. Their lives have been very unsettled and they’ve had huge upheaval since their Mum passed away. They have never been left alone all day as their Mum worked part time. Marley has some separation anxiety.

Applicants must own their home in the wider Auckland area, be fully fenced, and available for a property inspection, etc.

Expressions of interest in these beautiful, bereaved housemates may be directed to: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Thank you.

Winnie needs dog-experienced caregivers please

Beautiful 2.5 year old Winnie is looking for an active and loving home. Her mother is an Australian Kelpie cross and, although her father is unknown, she looks to have an abundance of Labrador genes. Her lightly wrinkled face may indicate traces of Mastiff or Shar Pei.

Although affectionate Winnie has plenty of energy for bush, park and beach outings - and boisterous play with other dogs, she is equally happy chilling out for cuddles after her walks.

If you have a dog-secure property, plenty of time to keep Winnie company and are prepared to take her to professional dog obedience classes, we look forward to your application.

Winnie is spayed, vaccinated, micro-chipped, registered, flea and worm treated. All she needs now is a firm and loving home with a couple or individual.

Applications and inquiries to to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

PHOTOS: Courtesy of our awesome volunteer dog walkers.