Rehomed Dogs

Barney was abandoned as a young dog left to wander the streets all alone. The resident store owner felt sorry for him so would leave food out for him. However Barney belonged to no-one. Barney had to find different places to sleep at night to stay dry and warm.

Anne a DCH Animal Adoption foster career noticed that Barney always seemed to hang around this store and when she equired with the owner of the store he informed her that Barney had been abandoned some years ago and had continued to hang around the local Streets. Barney then came into DCH Animal Adoptions care. For the first few days Barney was very sad and depressed as he was unsure of what was going on and he did not understand English very well. However after a few days he began to trust and he started to relax settling in and making himself at home. Now after being in care for about a month Barney has completely changed and is a very happy confident dog who loves human company but equally enjoys playing and hanging out with his new found canine friends. He is very gentle with children and when anyone gives him attention he laps it up. Barney doesnt really like his feline friends as he feels that they are put on earth to chase (not harm) but chase.

Generally Barney is now a well adjusted happy dog who has learnt after all this time to be a dog and hang out in a back yard where he gets plenty of Love, food, shelter and companionship without having to try to hard.

Barney was a street dog for many years. Without a warm home to call his own or someone to take him to the vet when he was ill, he was in a fairly poor state when he came into care. We took him straight to the vets and he was diagnosed with severe arthritis in his left stifle and thoracic spinal pain. Barney was put on medication (rimadyl) anti inflammatory to see how he would respond.

Within a week of being on medication he started improving and acting like a two year old dog running and wrestling with his canine friends. At this stage he was then taken back to the vets for xrays, dessexing and a hernia repair. Barney is doing so well that we have reduced his medication dose and have since been able to take him completely off the medication and he has not looked back. He will probably need medication in the future but is currently comfortable without it.

Barney's medications and vet bills have come to $488 and we are seeking sponsorship to help us cover these additional costs.

If you can help please call Megan on 9627 2767 or email dchanimaladoptions@iprimus.com.au or click below Thank you to Kathy, Kimberley and Riikka for your generous support. Barney's vet fees have now been fully sponsored.

Onion a very cuddly cute cross breed boy. He is Very social at the dog park and loves to give great big kisses to every dog he sees. He is a little awkward on the lead as he likes to stick (almost literally) to your legs. However, he is not out of control and is very gentle, and even after a few walks he has improved so much!. Onion is a beautiful dog who needs someone who will just love him and give him belly rubs and walks. I have no doubt he will be a wonderful and loving life long partner to the right owner.

Zeus is a lovely boy. He is what you would expect of a puppy

adventurous, adorable and cheeky. He is always in the mood for a cuddle and loves to play and likes water. He loved his first bath and has a bit of play with the hose too. He gets along well with older dogs and likes young children.

Martini is a beautiful little girl. She loves to explore and play with toys and is quite independent. She also enjoyed her first bath but is not a big fan of the hose just yet. She gets along well with older dogs and young children.

Pebbles is a very sweet girl. She was a little shy at first but now she has opened up and loves to play and have cuddles. She is a little smaller then her brother and sister but she was not the runt of the litter. She enjoyed her first bath and doesn't seem to mind the hose either. She gets along well with older dogs and young children.

Dexter is such a sooky boy who craves attention, if he had his way he would sit on your lap asleep all day, all he wants is to be with you. He is also very dog friendly and would be very lonely if he was an only dog. Dexter is very good with children and equally loves the cat, he is not the typical staffy as he is quite calm.

Gypsy is an intelligent active dog who is good with children and other large dogs. She learns quickly, is very playful and is a loving, loyal companion. She has a bright bubbly personality and is always ready for a game with both her people and K9 companions. She is still learning manners as she will occasionaly jump up for a cuddle. Gypsy is currently living with 4 children and another large dog where she is proving to be quite child friendly, but may be too active for some young children. Gypsy is a delightful dog who will make a wonderful companion to an active couple or family.

Lovely natured sisters. They are available seperately or as a pair.

Daisy is a typical delightful puppy. She has quite a docile nature and has been well socialised with dogs of all shapes and sizes so has very nice manners. Daisy will grow to be a very large dog (50-60kg) and would suit an owner experienced with larger breeds. She has had basic training (SIT, COME, HEEL, STAY) using standard obedience school commands and hand signals. She is smart and has learnt very quickly.

She is great with kids and other dogs. Rusty is eager to please, obedient and very affectionate.

Beau is a beautiful looking and beautiful natured boy. He has a gorgeous deep tan coat which is actually quite soft to touch. His cheeks are just so chubby you want to pinch them. Beau has been with his current owners for a while after they rescued him, but after a very heartfelt decision, they have decided that due to their personal circumstances, they do need to rehome him. Beau has all his vetwork done, including desexing and has current vaccinations. He is also microchipped and lifetime registered. Beau is fantastic with other dogs and does love their company. He is very well behaved, especially in the car where he just sits beautifully, waiting to be taken to some exciting location. He is still quite young so does need his daily walk/run. Beau is great off lead and has been enjoying himself immensely at his local off lead dog beaches. Beau is used to being inside a fair bit and is fully housetrained. He would need a yard with quite good fencing but certainly wants to be inside at some stage and does sleep inside at night. Beau is quite affectionate and would suit anyone looking for a dog who is already trained but still nice and young who can keep his new owners active and fit. His owners are living currently in the northern suburbs of the Illawarra.

Yoda is a bit like his name sake, a little older, a little wizened but this older gent has the most gorgeous soul that shines out of him. He loves having a fellow similar sized canine friend in the backyard and quite enjoys games of chasing and pretend fetch (he runs for the toy and then races back to tell you that he found it but he's not picking it up thanks : ) He loves his humans (he's very loyal) and its not unusual to have him at your heels watching everything you do. He is very good at bath and is not a fussy eater - quite the reverse actually

he absolutely loves his food, he has been practicing sitting and is very food responsive. Yoda has mild luxating patella in one leg which this gives him no trouble at all. He enjoys his morning naps in the sun and is quite happy to hang out with his canine mates until you come home and once you are home he is thrilled to bits to see you and his tail doesn't stop wagging. Yoda is fine with kids, he absolutely loves any human attention regardless of age. This loyal little man is just so well behaved and will give you huge amounts of love and affection if you just give him a chance to win you over with his sweet disposition.