Silkie
Will roll onto her back for belly rubs!
About Silkie
- American Staffordshire Terrier, Cross
- Female
- Good with children
- 1 year and 6 months
- Can live with other dogs
- Pukekohe Adoption and Education Centre
Personality:
She is a happy and playful girlie who loves attention and enjoys spending time with her people. While we may never know exactly what her early experiences were, she can sometimes seem unsure of loud noises and sudden movements, particularly quick movements of hands, and may duck away when she feels startled. Despite this, she has such a sweet and forgiving nature, warming up quickly with gentle reassurance and soon seeking out the affection and kindness she clearly enjoys. Playful, loving and a little shy, she is a beautiful girl who simply needs patient people to help her feel safe, loved and confident enough to let her wonderful personality truly shine.
Tamariki – 10+ and dog savvy as she needs consistent and calm handling.
Cats – No cats. Will chase.
Kūri – Boisterous and overly plaful. Will need to learn manners and good intros.
Stock/poultry – Untested.
Size – Currently 22.5kgs and is fully grown.
Ideal home:
She is a smart cookie who already seems to know sit and paw, and she is ready for a family who will enjoy continuing to help her learn and grow. Slow, calm handling and plenty of gentle encouragement will help build her confidence, while ongoing training, socialisation and enrichment will keep that clever little mind busy and give her plenty of opportunities to shine. We are seeking a home with previous dog experience, with bully breed experience being ideal, where she can be given the patience, guidance and understanding she deserves. She has an adventurous side too and would love to be included in life's adventures, whether that is exploring new places, heading out for walks or simply being part of all the everyday moments with her favourite people.
A little bit playful, a little bit shy, and a whole lot of heart, she is ready to find the kind and patient family who will help her feel safe enough to truly shine.
Ready to meet or adopt?
If Silkie 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 ($350 for dogs 7+ years old), 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.