About Dutch

Hello, I'm Dutch!

Let me tell you a little bit about myself; I prefer females to males, and it takes me time to form new bonds with people, I am wary to begin with, but if you can offer a hands-off approach to begin with that will give me the best chance to settle in and get to know you. I was raised in an awful environment and kept for breeding purposes, so I have not had the chance to live a normal life, I was extremely skinny, and my coat was horrible when I first came to the RSPCA, but I've since found a loving foster home where I can show my true colors. I thoroughly enjoy spending time with other dogs, they help me to be confident and brave, so I will need to go home with another social dog for success in the home. I have been in foster care with other dogs of all sizes and some cats, I try to play with the cats, but they just stare at me and walk away, I don't mind though, I just leave them alone. I will need both indoor and outdoor access, a secure yard, and if you are leaving the home I prefer to be inside while I await your return. I will never be a super social dog who enjoys walks on the beach or going to busy parks and cafe's, I just like a small world where I can live my days with no expectations. If your household is really busy and you have lots of visitors, I probably won't cope very well with all of the noise and movement, but if you have a quiet routine home, and have areas I can hide away from strangers, I will probably be OK. I'm suited to an adult only household, and experienced owner who knows a little bit about us timid and under-socialized dogs, a warm cozy home, and of course plenty of good food so I'm never hungry again.

I have ongoing skin issues that will require ongoing treatment and medications, so if you don't mind a smaller dog with a few extra quirks, please fill out an application and the staff will be in contact with you!

Best with Children Aged: adult household only

Compatibility with Other Dogs: Can be selective (e.g. no off leash dogs parks)

Training and Behaviour Needs: Needs experienced owner for management

Fencing Needs: Solid fencing (e.g. nothing to climb or height restriction)

Indoors/Outdoors Living Preference: Indoors when left alone

Energy Level of Household: Mild (e.g. seniors)

Additional Needs: Has breed knowledge/experience; Must go home with another dog; STV - see relevant waiver; Must have secure outdoor access (e.g. enclosed backyard or enclosure attached to the home)

Adoption Fee: $500