Cookie
Still figuring out how to dog, but she tries her very best every step of the way 💛
About Cookie
- Staffordshire Bull Terrier, Cross
- Female
- Good with children
- 5 months
- Can live with cats
- Pukekohe Adoption and Education Centre
Personality:
Shy and a little unsure at first, Cookie takes her time to warm up to new people and places, but once she feels safe she becomes the biggest love bug, quietly seeking connection and gentle affection. Loud noises are still a bit scary for her, and she is still learning how to play and just be a dog, trying her best with all her heart even if things feel a little goofy and new. Beneath her timid start is a sweet girl who truly wants to learn, trust and bond with her people.
Tamariki – 10+ while she builds confidence.
Cats – Interested to sniff. Confident cat preferred.
Kūri – Interested but avoidant. Needs more socialisation.
Stock/poultry – Untested.
Size – Currently 13.5kgs. Likely to mature large in size.
Ideal home:
Cookie is looking for a patient home, ideally with previous dog experience, who can gently help her come out of her shell at her own pace. Ongoing training, socialisation, and reassurance will be really important for her as she builds confidence and learns that the world is not such a scary place after all.
A quiet little heart learning that the world can be kind, one small step at a time 💛
Ready to meet or adopt?
If Cookie sounds like the perfect fit for your home, we’d love to hear from you. Just contact the Pukekohe team to arrange to meet. To apply, simply email the Pukekohe team with the dog’s name and a completed application form (PDF 855kb)
The adoption fee is $450, which includes:
- Vet check
- First vaccination (including Lepto and Kennel Cough)
- Microchipping
- De-sexing
- Registration
- Bath
- Flea and worm treatment
- 1-month free accident cover from Pet-n-Sur
Things you need to know:
- All members of the family - including dogs - are required to come to a meet & greet appointment if selected in the adoption process. This includes out of Aucklanders.
- A fully fenced section or outside containment will be needed to pass a property inspection.
- We aim to find the best home for each dog, so adopting a dog is not on a first-in-first-served basis.
- If you are unsuccessful, we will keep your application on file for 6 months or may suggest another dog that is suited to your application.
Contact by email Phone 098842029
Can’t make it to Pukekohe?
No problem - get in touch with the Pukekohe team and they’ll talk you through your options.