13 Retired S’pore Military Working Dogs to Adopt in 2021 – Mothership.SG
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The Singapore Armed Forces Military Working Dog Unit (SAF MWDU) is placing 13 retired veteran military working dogs for adoption between September 27 and October 22, 2021.
The unit embarked on another adoption campaign this year, which has been run over the past few years to help these dogs find forever homes to end their successful careers after giving many good years to the force.
Those interested in adopting a dog can visit this link and complete this form to register your interest in adopting a dog.
This year, four of the 13 dogs are suitable for HDB households as part of the ADORE project (ADOption and REhoming of dogs).
The dogs this year consist of two females and 11 males.
The presentation of the dogs this year is detailed, making it possible to embellish their personalities experienced by the dog handlers via their profiles.
The MWDU will continue to care for all retired dogs who are not adopted.
All dogs have undergone basic obedience training and are subject to regular health checks by in-house veterinarians, annual vaccinations and a routine heartworm and parasite prevention program.
1.Banjo
Male, 8 years old, Labrador Retriever
Can be adopted by HDB households under the ADORE project.
With a big heart.
Has a bigger personality.
Friendly, adorable and charming.
Fun.
Likes to play with a tennis ball.
Likes to run in the park.
Also takes slow walks.
2. Excavator
Male, 10 years old, Labrador Retriever
Can be adopted by HDB households under the ADORE project.
Friendly and warm.
Has sad puppy eyes.
Likes to play fetch.
Love food.
3. Salsa
Female, 9 years old, Labrador Retriever
Can be adopted by HDB households under the ADORE project.
Affectionate and obedient.
Enjoys treats and lots of belly rubs.
Sweet soul.
Fear of thunder.
4.Thor
Male, 8 years old, Labrador Retriever
Can be adopted by HDB households under the ADORE project.
A calm and relaxed floofy boy.
Hate baths.
Will shake the bath water on you.
But composes it with a sweet and gentle demeanor.
The rest of the nine dogs are unfortunately not breeds suitable for HDB homes.
5.Roy
Male, 11 years old, Malinois
Best friend material.
Appears shy and shy.
Has an adorable puppy side.
Likes to roll in the grass.
Fear of loud noises.
6.Rocky
Male, 9 years old, Malinois
Needs time to warm up.
Loves the attention.
Hyperactive.
7. Kimbo
Male, 10 years old, Malinois
Seems fierce only.
Has a heart of gold.
Most successful guard dog.
Curious.
Can pick up stuff.
8. Gino
Male, 10 years old, Malinois
Savor food slowly.
Love to eat.
Easily conquered by food.
9. Dounya
Female, 9 years old, Malinois
Obedient and faithful.
Will reciprocate with tender loving care.
10. Dan
Male, 11 years old, Malinois
Likes to please.
Likes to play with a tennis ball.
11. Igi
Male, 10 years old, German shepherd
Proud, haughty and distant.
Okay to mind his own business.
Likes to walk around the neighborhood.
12. Jersey
Male, 9 years old, German Shepherd
Docile.
Likes to relax.
Can fall asleep anywhere.
Needs encouragement to take walks and exercises.
13. Zeus
Male, 10 years old, German shepherd
Has puppy eyes.
Loves caresses and hugs.
Not shy to push the owner to attract attention.
Good-natured person.
What is the ADORE project?
Project ADORE was launched in 2012 to allow dog handlers, who may be HDB residents, to adopt their retired service dogs.
This was to apply to dog handlers who served in the Singapore Police Force, the Singapore Civil Defense Force (SCDF) K-9 Unit and the SAF MWDU.
In 2018, the program was expanded to include all HDB residents of Singapore.
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