Meet Pup (now Pippa)
Pup is a gentle, affectionate girl who blossoms once she feels safe. While she can be shy at first, she forms deep bonds with her people and loves nothing more than quiet companionship, cuddles, and spending time together. Pup walks nicely on lead and enjoys calm routines with those she trusts. She is a bit unsure when it comes to other dogs and would be best suited as an only dog in the home. A predictable and calm adult only home would be best to help her feel safe while she builds some confidence, but she could live with polite teens who can respect her space. Her new owners must be committed to her ongoing training requirements to ensure she flourishes in her new home! She’s looking for a peaceful home where she can finally relax and be someone’s very special girl.
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.