Argos- Dingo

Looking for a cuddly companion with abounding energy, intelligence and a loyal nature?

Look no further than this pawsome pup and shelter favourite Argos. Argos was surrendered to our sanctuary at a young age through no fault of his own by a family who were unable to take care of him.

Argos is good with people he knows, and loves to play, he can be shy at first- but quickly warms up once he gets to know you and is extremely cuddly and sweet.

Argos will be 18-22kg when fully grown, he would love a home with a doggy or dingo friend of a similar size or bigger to help build his confidence (no dogs under 10kg). He is fantastic with other dogs, including puppies and older dogs.

Argos is an energetic pup and can be boisterous and silly when he plays. For this reason, he needs a home without kids or with kids over 5 only. He loves tug toys, squeaky toys and treat balls.

Argos is learning toilet training and currently using puppy pads.

He walks well on lead, knows how to sit and is good in the car for short trips, but will need more practice with his new family. He is very intelligent, food motivated and eager to learn. Being a dingo however he is not suitable to let off leash except in a securely fenced area and he is unlikely to ever learn reliable recall off the leash.

Argos is not suitable to live with cats, pocket pets, birds or live stock. He needs a large yard and cannot live in an apartment.

Fencing requirements:

Argos is a high content dingo

A high content dingo typically has two dingo parents or a large amount of dingo genetics. High content dingoes are often known as “pure dingoes”. High content dingoes have much stricter fencing requirements due to their climbing ability. You will need ONE OR MORE of the follow BEFORE an adoption trial for a high content dingo can begin.

- A 2.2m colour-bond or paling fence with nothing leaning against or near the fence line
- A 1.8m fence (of any sturdy material) with a 45 degree inward facing over-hang of 60cm to prevent climbing (see here: https://sanctuarysos.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/cat-proof-fence-barrier-to-keep-cats-safe-in-the-garden.jpg ).
- A dog enclosure at least 1.8m high with either a full roof or 45 degree inward facing over-hang of 60cm to prevent climbing. Must be at least 25m square (for instance 5m x 5m or 8m x 3m)
- Mesh, concrete or similar around the base of the fence may also be required

Some manufacturers of pre-made dog enclosures include:
https://www.vebopet.com.au/dog/dog-run-fence
https://www.spotonpetenclosures.com.au/shop/listings/pet-enclosures/

Another option is using construction fencing style panels from Bunnings or welded mesh sheets and posts.

Animal rescue is considered essential. SFDR can still come to you for meet and greets, yard checks and animal adoptions. We have volunteers in Canberra and New South Wales and can come to you even if you we are not in your local government area. Distance is not an issue when we are looking for the perfect homes for our dingoes. Please note we have COVID safety measures in place.