ON HOLD 12.04.2018
While we work through current applicants.
Not receiving new EOIs. 
Located Inglewood WA 6052
Applicants within driving distance
​​Info accurate from 05.04.2018
If you would like to meet Blu for a play please complete the Expression of Interest Form. 

PETE AND MANU'S PROFILE
​BICHON FRISE

Generally.
Pete and Manu are little puffs of personality:- affectionate, playful, sensitive, gentle, cheerful and feisty.
 
They love people and are always a joy to be around.
 
Easy to live with, the boys also love to go places and will happily accompany their family on outings.
 
Because they love to please and are very smart the boys are relatively easy to train. They are not a dominant breed, so force is not necessary, and in fact can damage the psyche of these people-pleasers.
 
Pete and Manu get along well with other dogs, cats and rabbits but most of all they love people and are extremely affectionate.
 
Ideal home.
Pete and Manu love, love, love to be with people and are best suited to owners with a stay at home parent, part time workers or are retired/semi retired. You will need to be actively looking for two dogs that can be involved with family activities.
 
They love kids but we recommend they be primary school aged or older. They also need at least a medium sized secure yard.
 
Pete and Manu will not suit homes where residents are young, frail, elderly or time poor.
 
Other dogs?
Yes. They love running and playing with other dogs.
 
Cats?
Yes. However, their last interaction was about 6 months ago. Preference will be given to homes without cats as a precaution.
 
Kids
Pete and Manu are good around kids – in fact they love them. However, we routinely recommend any children be primary school aged or older and only if gentle and calm with animals.
 
Size.
Pete 7 kgs. Manu 9 kgs.
 
Exercise requirements?
Pete and Manu are moderately active and enjoy a brisk daily walk or playtime at the park or at home. They will forgive you if you miss a day.
 
How is this dog on a lead?
Well behaved. They may pull towards another dog because they want to make friends and play.
 
How is this dog off the lead?
They almost always come back when called.
 
Escape artist?
Not once settled into their new home.
 
Nuisance barker?
Bichon Frises’ tend to be alert barkers but Pete and Manu have been trained to stop on command. They have also been trained not to bark when outside. They are quiet when inside. The dogs tend to respond to strange or new noises but have been trained not to react to recurrent sounds they recognise. Obviously they will need time to settle in to new surroundings.
 
They may not suit folks in high-density housing or where residents live extremely close together.
 
Destructive?
Not at their current home.  They stick to playing gently with their toys.
 
Toilet trained?
Yes.
 
Tolerance to being alone.
Very good.
 
Likes.
Cuddles and playing with a ball are favourites but top on the list is playing with each other and interacting with their human family.
 
Dislikes.
Being separated or ignored for long periods of time.
 
Contractual Note: Pete and Manu cannot be separated after adoption in accordance with the Dog Adoption Terms and Conditions. Dog Adoption may ask for updates from time to time. 
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ADOPTION FEE $495 each
  • Sterilisation Certificates 
  • Vaccinations C3 Expires July 2020 
  • Micro chips
Why are our adoption fees great value? 
​Compare the prices below.

 AVERAGE RETAIL VET PRICES 
Weight dependant  

Sterilisation 
Some vets do not include additional items in the quote and add these on later e.g. pain relief, fluids, removal of stitches
Male $210 - 310
Female $295 - 560 (add $160 if on heat)
Vaccination - annual injection
$79 - 93
Micro chip 
$65 - 75
Kennel Cough - annual injection
$40 - 50
Heart worm injection - annual injection
Small $45
Medium $75 - 110
Large $175
Heart worm blood test 
Recommended if history is unknown
$50 - 85
Written vet assessment 
Priceless
The dog
Varies with breed, age, size, health and temperament. 

Guide only.
This is not a list of what vet work any dog in the program has or will have done by Dog Adoption. ​
Disclaimer: Unless otherwise stated, representatives of DOG ADOPTION are not accredited specialists in any area including animal behaviour, veterinary science or welfare. While all care is taken to collect and relay correct information, DOG ADOPTION acts as an agent and does not accept responsibility for owners, foster carers, applicants, adopters or any other party that is dishonest or misleading. Details about dogs are based on information gathered from owners or foster careers and this can be subjective. We recommend applicants seek independent advice from qualified specialists before committing to a dog. ​