Mario is an Australian Kelpie/Bulldog-mix, male, 4 years of age.
Amiable, affectionate, sensitive, tranquil, happy-to-be-around, and sometimes a little shy, Mario is above all else, a very trusting, loyally devoted canine who genuinely loves people. Sociable, sincere, and steadfast, this handsome boy craves companionship, and he’ll want to be included in family activities. Calm and laid-back indoors, animated and lively outdoors, Mario needs regular physical exercise and mental challenges to stay happy and healthy. Having access to a fenced yard where he can run, play, and explore with family members and on his own would be perfect for him too.
Mostly serious-minded, sometimes light-hearted-silly, Mario is always good-natured, polite, and very well-mannered. Although he may come off as aloof when meeting new people, he’s really just a thoughtful guy who will quickly reveal his warm-hearted, friendly disposition if just given a respectful second. Utterly devoted and affectionate with people he knows and trusts, this self-possessed, noble canine has a strong desire to please, and he lives to fulfill his role of faithful companion.
Intelligent with an exceptionally high learning ability; Mario’s’ completed Training and Socialization classes at Dundee K-9 where he was a stellar student who exceled in obedience. Mario loves being challenged and given an opportunity to learn new things, so he’ll benefit from and really enjoy additional training and socialization classes – this will be an excellent way to bond with him as well as to reinforce good canine manners too.
Best suited as an indoor pet and companion for a home with a moderately-active lifestyle, Mario is a total package canine looking for a responsible, caring owner willing to provide the leadership and companionship he needs and craves. Although not particularly interactive with other dogs, we think he’ll get along well with a compatible, similar-sized dog he has been properly introduced to, particularly one of the opposite-sex. Comfortable with children of all ages, Mario’s a really great dog who will make an outstanding pet for just about any family where children and pets alike are taught to respect boundaries and interaction is monitored as it should be.
Mario is a Monroe SPCA adoptable dog who currently resides at the Monroe County Animal Control Shelter located at 911 S. Raisinville Rd, Monroe, MI (just south of the fairgrounds). Come meet him during kennel hours Tuesday - Friday, 11:00 am - 3:30 pm; Saturday, 11:00 am - 2:30 pm, closed Sunday, Monday, and National Holidays.
All Monroe SPCA dogs available for adoption at the shelter have an adoption fee of $120.00. This fee includes the dog being spayed or neutered, HW negative, up-to-date on age appropriate vaccinations, and micro-chipped prior to adoption.
Adopt Mario:
http://monroespca.org/Adoption%20Application%20-%20Dog.pdf
Foster Mario:
http://monroespca.org/Foster%20Volunteer%20Application.pdf
Completed foster and adoption applications can be emailed to info@monroespca.org or dropped off at Monroe SPCA’s Adoption Center and Resale Store (previously Gator’s Pet Supplies located at 293 W. Monroe St, Dundee, MI 48131). You can also return your completed applications to Monroe County Animal Control during business hours.
For more information message us on Facebook or email info@monroespca.org. You can also call the shelter during business hours at 734-240-3125 or email carrie_nation@monroemi.org.
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Even if you cannot adopt or foster at this time, please consider making a donation to Monroe SPCA so we can continue rescuing, fostering, transporting, providing medical care and treatment, and facilitating adoptions for homeless animals at Monroe County Animal Control. The Operational Support Programs that Monroe SPCA provides at Monroe County Animal Control are funded solely by monetary donations. Monroe SPCA does not receive government funding, and we are not affiliated with or funded by Monroe County Animal Control, the HSUS, the ASPCA, or any other humane organization. Monroe SPCA is a 501c.3 non-profit organization, and we rely on the financial support and generosity of individuals and businesses in our community to conduct our daily operations and help animals. All donations to Monroe SPCA are tax-deductible.
