Shadow
Age: 2 Years Old
Breed: Dutch Shepherd
Size:  Large
Gender: Male

Meet Shadow!

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A Gentle Soul Searching for his forever family

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Shadow, a handsome, two year old, Dutch Shepherd, came into our care recently as a stray. We don’t know anything about his history and as he can be a little nervous when he first meets new people we suspect that he hasn’t had the kindest start to his life. However, once he gets to know you he is the most affectionate and gentle boy, whose idea of a perfect day is some games in the field followed by lots of cuddles on the sofa.

Dutch Shepherds are intelligent, active and trainable dogs, who require substantial mental and physical stimulation. Shadow’s new owners will need to be prepared to work hard with his training. We feel that he will really benefit from having something to do to keep his clever mind busy; engaging activities like scent training or agility would be perfect for him. 

Shadow doesn’t like being left in his kennel, which makes us think that he may suffer from separation anxiety in a home environment. Therefore we are looking for someone who will be at home most of the time (at least initially) and who has the time and patience to make him feel safe. We will provide behavioural support to help him settle into his new home and provide tips so that with time and love he will be able to be left for short periods.

Shadow is fabulous with other dogs at the kennels and he would love to have a canine companion in his new home. As he is such a friendly boy we are confident that he can live with children, although as he is a little nervous, slightly older children or children who are used to living with a bigger dog, would be preferred. 

Do you have the time and love to give Shadow his happy ever after? If so, please get in touch. 

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Living with children

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I can live with older children (aged 10 years and over)

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Living with other dogs

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I can live with another dog​

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Living with cats or small mammals

I am untested with cats and small mammals

ADOPTION PROCESS

We have a number of animals in our care. Most are homeless through no fault of their own and are looking for furever homes and owners who can give them the love and attention they deserve.

Please take a few moments to familiarise yourself with our adoption process:

Step 1:     

The animal is admitted into our care, and assessed by our team.

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Step 2:     

The animal is examined by a vet, who treats any ailments or injuries.

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Step 3:     

The appropriate team leader will liaise with the potential adopter to get to know them and assess whether they are a potential purr-fect match.

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Step 4:     

The potential new owners meet the animal, and decide if they want to adopt. New owners may be asked to visit the animal several times before the adoption takes place.

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Step 5:     

A pre-adoption home visit will then be made to new owners home to meet the members of the household and to ensure that the environment is safe.

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Step 6:     

If the visit goes well, you will be asked to collect the animal and to make an adoption donation (amount on request) as well as to sign an agreement to care for the pet with a commitment to return them to us if you can't continue to do so.

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