Meet Ruby
Ruby is a sweet loving Mumma who unfortunately hasn’t had the best start to life yet despite everything has the most beautiful soul that you will fall in love with immediately. Ruby is looking for a family who will help continue to show her that while the big world can feel scary, she can feel safe and sound because you are there.
She requires a quiet, experienced only-dog home with a secure yard, plenty of companionship and owners committed to ongoing force-free training. She is best suited to adults or calm teenagers aged 16+.
Ruby is not looking for an adventurous family who will take her everywhere. She needs people who are happy to meet her where she is, celebrate the small victories and give her the time and security she needs to feel safe. In return, Ruby has so much love to give and will make a wonderful companion for the right family.
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.