Meet Elsa
Elsa is a friendly, gentle girl who has recently arrived from the pound. She is a double merle and appears to have reduced hearing and vision. New owners should approach calmly, avoid startling her with unexpected touch and allow her time to become familiar with her surroundings.
A supportive home with owners comfortable managing a giant breed dog with hearing and vision impairments. Focus on rest, recovery and helping Elsa settle into a safe, predictable environment.
This gentle giant loves to sniff and would love a home where she can get lots of scent based enrichment!
Kids 13+, pending a meet. Provided they understand her sensory limitations and give her space. Care should be taken around stairs, obstacles and unfamiliar environments due to her reduced vision.
Is Elsa right for your home?
What our team has learned about Elsa so far.
Children
- Children 13 and over Suits a home with children aged 13 and over.
Other dogs
- Dog social Enjoys the company of other dogs.
Home and lifestyle
- Calm home Needs a quiet, settled home.
- Experienced owners Best with people who have owned dogs before.
- Special care needs Has special care needs. Our team will talk you through them.
How our Adoption Process Works
Step 1) Preparation
Read our Adoption Philosophy and make sure your views on dog ownership align with ours. Please read this entire page to make sure you are ready for adoption day.
Step 2) APPLY
Browse available dogs online, review our dog sociability matrix and then complete an adoption questionnaire.
Step 3) ADOPTION
7 DAYS A WEEK: Walk ins welcome for adoption interviews between 11am-3pm! Our gates remain open until 4pm, but we conclude our adoption interviews at 3pm so we have time to take the dogs out, feed them and get them ready for bedtime.
During quieter periods, we will also do our best to review online applications, but unfortunately cannot get back to every applicant, especially for more ‘popular’ dogs. If you agree with our adoption philosophies and are ready to adopt- please do not wait for us to contact you after submitting a questionnaire.
PUPPIES & DOGS IN FOSTER CARE: If you are particularly interested in a young puppy or a dog that is currently in foster care, please indicate this on your questionnaire. Young puppies will not be on site here at the Refuge as it is much more beneficial for them to remain in foster care until their adoption. For dogs and puppies that are not on site, we will review online applications and get in touch with suitable homes to arrange a meet and greet.