Adoption Fee: $850

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NB: We do not rehome interstate or to applicants under 25. It is our policy not to rehome dogs in the Sunraysia area. As rescue groups have transported thousands of homeless dogs from Mildura and Sunraysia pounds over the last decade, we do not intend to send any back there.

Breed: Female Papillon x Jack Russell Terrier
DOB: 13/12/2018
Weight: 4.5kgs
Location: Croydon South

Betsy is a bright and curious girl who is looking for a human bestie on whom to bestow her love. During her time with us, sweet Betsy has indicated that she is happiest when her human(s) are nearby while she potters about the house and explores the garden. While Betsy loves being close to her people, we suspect she may have been an outdoor dog in her past home as she is somewhat tentative moving from indoors/outdoors and toileting etiquette was something of a foreign concept to her.  However, she is well on her way to understanding outside is the best place to go.

Initially hesitant about wearing a harness and walking on a lead, Betsy now looks forward to her daily walkies where she can sniff and investigate the neighbourhood at her own pace. She is reactive to other dogs and is best kept on a short lead making her unsuitable for off lead areas or dog parks.  We are sure patience will overcome this considering that this was a dog who used to collapse to the ground as soon as she saw the lead not too long ago.

Betsy is currently living with chickens and cats with whom she is generally okay although things can get a bit exciting at meal times so it’s best everyone is fed separately.

Betsy gets a bit stressed when changes happen in her world but has proven that with patience and routine her confidence isn’t far behind. Although she initially demonstrated anxiety such as crying and barking when her carer went out, she is becoming accustomed to being on her own so long as she has indoor/outdoor access. Her new companion will need to establish a routine where Betsy can feel at ease when she is left alone.

Betsy has not had basic training but given her friendliness and desire to connect with her people, she is a good candidate for training through positive reinforcement. Training can be fun for all involved and is a great way to build a bond with our new furry family members.

Betsy is likely to be happy in a variety of households where she has a lot of human company, a calm environment with routines she can rely on, and patient people who are willing to help her open up her world at a pace that suits her. This will involve consistency and confidence building through training that will help Betsy use her mental energy. She would love to be someone’s devoted companion and is not a candidate for a full time working home. This gorgeous girl will blossom in the right home. If you think that’s yours, please complete an adoption application.

Microchip Number: 956000017438583
Source Number: RE120211
 

All our dogs are desexed, C5 vaccinated with intranasal, microchipped, wormed and flea treated. All necessary vet work such as dentals, surgery, eye treatment is also carried out. We are no longer heartworm testing as we have not had one positive test since we began in 2006. If a dog comes to us on heartworm treatment this is continued.