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: Male Wolfhound x Kelpie
DOB: 29/05/2023
Weight: 21kgs
Location: Clifton Hill

Rocky is a polite delight of a young dog who, like his  namesake, is at least three parts marshmallow. Calm and friendly with people of all sizes, an intuitive companion to other dogs, and experienced living with cats, Rocky is a great pack member. This boy is great on lead, polite when passing other dogs, has excellent recall and is fully housetrained. He is easygoing around the house and delights in spending time with his family and engaging in play with other well-mannered dogs.  He sleeps well through the night near his carers and is equally happy when out on his daily walks and relaxing at home. Rocky is also a seasoned traveller, happily hopping in and settling in the car.

Rocky connects strongly with his humans and finds it hard to be apart from them for long. He can also be hesitant in situations where he is unsure, tending to avoid or refuse to engage with frankly unnatural things like moving rampways, for example. These behaviours signal a lack of confidence which may be to do with past poor experiences or simply lack of experience in Rocky’s young life. Given how smart, focused and friendly is our Rocky, he is likely to be able to overcome some of the limitations of his past with consistent training and rewards-based activities that help him build his confidence.

Rocky will do well in a variety of homes where he has company, with people who want to spend time with him and are able to support him through training and activities that develop his confidence and give him a good mental workout. Daily walks and gentle exposure to new experiences will help Rocky grow and realise all the wonders life has to offer. Given Rocky’s separation anxiety, he will prefer people who are home more often than not or able to take him with them when they go out, and are able to work patiently with him to reduce this stress. He would also love a self-assured and friendly canine companion at home, or regular opportunities for quality dog-time.  Rocky absolutely loves throwing up his toys and playing with them but never destroying them.

Given Rocky’s breed traits, he would be best kept away from pocket pets.

Rocky is a terrific young dog who deserves the chance to grow and show his new family the mutual joy of helping him become all he can be. With his smarts and lovely disposition, this will be a fantastic journey of discovery for all involved. If you are ready to guide Rocky along life’s road, he would love you to complete an adoption application.

Microchip Number: 978142000088784
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.