Mario- Dingo

Looking for a cuddly companion with abounding energy, intelligence and a loyal nature? Look no further than this pawsome pup, our special orphan and shelter favourite Mario. Mario came to us a 4-week-old orphan dingo pup with his brothers and was hand raised at our shelter.

Mario is great with most people, he can be a little shy at first with strangers, but warms up quickly and is a total cuddle-bear once he gets to know you. He is great with older kids, he loves tummy rubs, ear scratches and a good game of tug-a-war. A home with kids over 5 (or no kids) would be best as he will grow into a boisterous young dingo and might be too energetic for very young children.

Mario would suit an energetic person or family and will grow up to be a great jogging companion or could even learn to run besides a bike!
Mario would love a home with another dog or dingo as a playmate, to help build his confidence and keep him company. Mario will be around 18-20kg fully grown and would love a home with a doggy or dingo friend of a similar size or bigger. No small dogs, cats or pocket pets please!

Mario is extremely smart and food motivated, he is currently learning toilet training and using puppy pads. He is also learning to walk on lead and has some basic crate training, he is good in the car but will need more practice with her new family.

Mario’s new home would ideally continue his training and book him in for puppy school! Dingoes are smart energetic animals and training and good socialization are an absolute must.

Mario has a short desert-type coat, which is low maintenance and will only require brushing when he sheds her winter coat. Dingoes are extremely clean animals and will often groom themselves.

Mario is not suitable to live in an apartment and will need a secure backyard, ideally with another dog or dingo for company.

Fencing requirements:

Mario 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 are generally intelligent, independent animals and we recommend anyone considering adoption take the time to research these amazing animals prior to adoption, email us at info@sfdr.org for an adoption information pack.

High content dingoes have much stricter fencing requirements due to their climbing ability. They also cannot typically be let off the leash as they do not learn good recall (come back when called). 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. Ask us for a dingo fencing guide, we are here to help!