Meet Moxie
Moxie is a sweet young Mastiff who is still learning that the world is a safe place. While she can initially appear shy and cautious, once she trusts someone her playful and affectionate personality begins to shine through.
She enjoys food-based activities, loves spending time with her people and has demonstrated lovely social skills with a variety of dogs. Moxie will thrive with patient adopters who can provide reassurance, guidance and opportunities to build confidence at her own pace.
With stability, ongoing positive reinforcement training and the companionship of another suitable dog, Moxie has all the ingredients to blossom into a wonderful family companion.
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.