Adoption Fee: $690

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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: Male Pointer/Kelpie
DOB: 01/11/2023
Weight: 38kgs
Location: Lake Lonsdale

Matti is the happiest dog you will ever meet. He is constantly smiling, constantly in a good mood and ready to play, and as equally ready to snuggle on the couch. He truly loves his people, loves to be around you and do everything with you. He is also incredibly dog sociable, and has a special talent for play. He is neutral towards dogs on a walk, albeit a little interested, and incredibly friendly and playful to other friendly dogs.

He can be a little nervous with people on the first greeting, but with some patience Matti warms up quickly, and truly loves everyone. He doesn’t do big crowds, but prefers greeting people one on one. If anyone has a ball, he is down to play. Matti will most likely be a bit barky to new people that come to his house, but with appropriate greetings, will calm down quickly and welcome the new person.

Matti absolutely loves to play with a ball, have a wrestle with his humans, go for bush walks, or stay at home and cuddle on the couch. He is an anything and everything kind of dog. Matti gets a little overwhelmed in busy towns and streets, but can easily improve with increased exposure and socialisation. Otherwise he loves to just go for nice romps around the bush, or to an oval where he can chase a ball!

Matti has some separation anxiety. He copes better when he is left loose in a safe, comfortable space, with another dog friend that is relaxed being left alone. He needs a good role model for this. He is best being left alone (with a dog friend) after he has had a big run around and appropriate exercise. Because of this, Matti would not suit a home without another dog, or if his owners work long hours. Matti can settle in a crate, however this is not recommended if you were to leave him alone, as he absolutely stresses when you are gone.

Matti’s perfect home would be one with another dog that is need of a good playmate, and a loving family that will shower Matti with cuddles, play and some boundaries. He needs owners that can play, take him for long lead walks, and include him in family activities! He is a truly loving dog and will hopefully find his best home!

Thank you to Liv Morison of Liv Morison photography for the fantastic photos of Matti.

Microchip Number: 956000015839297
Source Number: RE120211
Medical Notes:

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.