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Strong Hearts Dog Rescue, Melbourne (2025)

08/08/2025

🐾 Thinking of Adopting? Let’s Talk Training! 🐾
One of the best gifts you can give your rescue dog isn’t just a cozy bed or a full bowl—it’s confidence through kind, consistent training 💜

Whether your pup just joined the fam or you’re thinking of adopting, here’s how to help them shine with some training basics:

✨ Start with the ABCs:

🅰️ Adopt a Positive Approach & Attitude
Dogs learn by association—not punishment. Reward what you want to see more of 🐶💡
Positive reinforcement = trust, learning, and stronger bonds.
And remember, your vibe matters. Dogs pick up on your energy!

🅱️ Be Focused on Small Wins
Training takes time—celebrate progress step by step! If they’re struggling, simplify the task and reward every baby win 🐾🍗

🅲 Create Calm Through Choice & Consistency
Structure builds confidence. Dogs thrive when they know what’s expected and feel empowered to make good choices 🙌

Just 5 minutes a day can help your dog settle, bond, and bloom 🌸

At SHRD, we know not every dog is the same. Some may thrive with balanced methods too. We’re all about what’s best for the dog in front of us 💜

Adopted from us and want to connect with a trainer? Slide into our DMs 💌

You’re not just saving a life—you’re teaching a dog how to live their best one. And we’re with you every step of the way 🐾✨

08/08/2025

🐾🍬 Meet Jelly – Sweet, Smart & Full of Beans! 🍬🐾

Don’t be fooled by the name — Jelly isn’t wobbly or shy. He’s a lively, affectionate, and cheeky Border Collie x Rottweiler pup with a zest for life and a brain that’s always switched on!

At just over 5 months old, Jelly is right in the thick of his learning stage — curious, playful, and soaking up new experiences like a sponge. With the intelligence of a Border Collie and the loyalty and love of a Rottweiler, this boy is a total catch for someone who’s ready for an adventure-filled life with a pup that’s going places.

Jelly is:
🐶 Dog-friendly and loves canine company
👧 Great with kids — gentle, friendly, and full of fun
🐱 Not yet tested with cats, but young and trainable
🧠 Super smart, motivated, and thriving in training
💥 Full of beans — needs an active home and mental stimulation
📍 Chirnside Park, VIC
🎂 22 weeks old

He’s looking for a home that understands the importance of ongoing training, structure, and enrichment — someone who can channel his energy and intelligence into learning, exploring, and bonding. A doggy pal would be a big bonus too!

Whether it’s agility, hiking, playing fetch, or weekend adventures, Jelly is up for it all — followed by a cuddle session on the couch, of course.

If you’re ready for a clever, loyal pup who will keep you laughing, learning, and moving, Jelly is ready to wiggle his way into your world 💜

🔗 Apply to adopt:
https://www.savour-life.com.au/adopt-a-dog/search-now/view/98757

Can’t adopt? A like, share, or comment could help Jelly find the family he’s been waiting for 🐾✨

07/08/2025

🎾🐶 Meet Labubu – The Ball-Obsessed Brainiac with a Big Heart 🐶🎾

Looking for a smart, loyal sidekick who’s just as happy chasing tennis balls as she is cuddling up beside you? Say hello to Labubu, a gorgeous German Shepherd with heaps of heart and a sharp mind to match! 💫💜

At almost 3 years old, Labubu is:
🎓 Super switched-on and eager to please
🎾 Toy and ball-obsessed (training with this girl is a breeze!)
🐕 Dog-selective — prefers calm, well-mannered dogs
🐄 Livestock-friendly and rural-life ready
🚫 No cats, please — feline-free zone!
👧 Best suited to a home with kids 12+
📍 Located in Narre Warren, VIC

Labubu is the ultimate Velcro dog — she lives for human connection and wants to be part of everything you do. Whether it’s helping in the yard, going on slow walks, or lounging close by while you work, she just wants to be near her people (and her ball 🎾).

She’s already got a solid foundation of training and is looking for someone who can continue that journey with her — someone who understands her breed’s smarts and spirit and can offer the structure, consistency, and enrichment she thrives on.

Labubu may be a bit unsure around new dogs, but with calm and controlled introductions, she can learn to coexist. That said, she’d be equally happy soaking up all the love and attention as your one-and-only four-legged companion.

💡 Intelligent, affectionate, toy-driven, and full of potential — in the right hands, Labubu is an absolute gem.

🔗 Apply to adopt:
https://www.savour-life.com.au/adopt-a-dog/search-now/view/100781

Can’t adopt? A comment, share, or like could help Labubu find the forever family she deserves 🐾💜

07/08/2025

🎉🐾 Meet Crybaby – The Life of the Party in a Pocket-Sized Package 🐾🎉

Don’t let the name fool you — Crybaby isn’t weepy at all! He’s confident, cuddly, and bursting with puppy personality.

At just 22 weeks old, this Jack Russell x Staffy mix is short, stocky, and seriously cute — think Staffy muscle on little legs, with a face that melts hearts and a tail that never stops wagging.

Crybaby is growing up in a busy foster home in Frankston, surrounded by other dogs, cats, and kids — and he’s loving it! He’s:
🐶 Dog-friendly and loves a canine playmate
🐱 Cat-friendly and respectful
👧 Kid-friendly and great with gentle, playful little humans
🧠 Bright, curious, and eager to learn
🐾 Still working on puppy basics like toilet training and leash skills
📍 Located in Frankston, VIC
🎂 22 weeks old – ready to grow into the goodest boy you know
🏡 Best suited to a home with time, love, and patience to guide a growing pup

Crybaby is everything you’d hope for in a young dog — affectionate, social, and wonderfully adaptable. He loves to be involved in whatever you’re doing, whether that’s playing in the yard, learning new tricks, or curling up on the couch after a big day.

He’s looking for a home where he’ll be treated as part of the family — and in return, he’ll bring endless joy, loyalty, and a little bit of cheeky charm.

If you’re ready to raise a best friend from the ground up, Crybaby is waiting (and wiggling) to meet you.

🔗 Apply to adopt:
https://www.savour-life.com.au/adopt-a-dog/search-now/view/100559

Can’t adopt? A share, comment, or like could help Crybaby find the home of his dreams 💜🐾🎈

07/08/2025

🤎🐾 Meet Bodhi – A Loyal Heart Wrapped in Chocolate Fur 🐾🤎

Looking for a best mate who’s equal parts snuggly sidekick and energetic adventure buddy? Bodhi might just be your perfect dog.

At 2 years old, this stunning German Shorthaired Pointer x German Wirehaired Pointer is everything you’d hope for in a young, active dog — intelligent, affectionate, playful, and eager to be your partner in crime (or couch cuddles).

Bodhi is:
🐶 Dog-friendly – enjoys polite pups and would love a canine sibling
🐱 Not suited to homes with cats
👦 Best with older kids (12+) who understand boundaries and big dog energy
🎾 Playful, goofy, and toy-obsessed
🧠 Super smart and benefits from training, enrichment, and clear structure
📍 Located in Cranbourne East, VIC
🎂 2 years old – the sweet spot between puppy energy and adult manners
🏡 Best suited to an active, dog-savvy home where he’ll be part of the family

Bodhi loves to be involved — whether that’s joining you on a bushwalk, learning a new trick, or simply snoozing by your side after a day well spent. He’s incredibly people-oriented and thrives when included, engaged, and guided with kindness and consistency.

He’s also got a softer side — that tender, loyal nature that makes GSPs so beloved. Once he bonds with you, it’s for life.

If you’re after a velcro dog who’s as ready for adventure as he is for affection, Bodhi might just be your perfect match. He’s waiting patiently for someone to say, “you’re home.”

🔗 Apply to adopt:
https://www.savour-life.com.au/adopt-a-dog/search-now/view/100448

Can’t adopt? Even a share could be the spark that brings Bodhi home 🐾🤎🏡

06/08/2025

🌸🐾 Meet Mokoko – Your One-and-Only, Golden Girl Companion 🐾🌸

At 11 years young, Mokoko is a sweet, snuggly little Pug who’s ready to live out her golden years as the cherished centre of someone’s world.

She’s got a heart full of love, a soft spot for sunbeams, and an unshakable devotion to her humans. Mokoko thrives on attention and cuddles — she’ll follow you from room to room, settle at your feet (or on your lap!), and be your loyal little shadow through thick and thin.

She’s:
👩‍👧‍👦 Great with people and loves gentle, respectful kids
🏡 Best as the only pet – no dogs or cats, please!
💤 Calm, affectionate, and low-maintenance
🩺 In good health for her age and recovering beautifully from previous airway surgery
📍 Located in Mentone, VIC
🎂 11 years old – mature, mellow, and totally loveable
🌞 Perfect for someone looking for a quiet, constant companion

Mokoko has already had her share of life’s adventures and is now looking for a peaceful place to call home — somewhere she can soak up love, sunshine, and all the attention she can get (without having to share it with other animals).

She’s a one-dog household kind of gal — and we think she’s earned that right!

If you’ve got a soft spot for seniors and believe in love at any age, Mokoko is waiting to meet you. She might just be your perfect match wrapped in a wrinkly, wiggly, wonderful little package.

🔗 Apply to adopt:
https://www.savour-life.com.au/adopt-a-dog/search-now/view/100554

Can’t adopt? A like, comment, or share could help Mokoko find her happily-ever-after 💕🐾👵

06/08/2025

🫘🐾 Meet Sweet Bean – A Gentle Soul With a Snaggle-Tooth Smile 🐾🫘

With a name like Sweet Bean, you already know this boy is something special — and he more than lives up to it.

At 4 years old, this gorgeous Kelpie is the perfect mix of calm, clever, and cuddly. He’s that rare kind of dog who brings peace into a room while still being playful enough to keep life fun.

Sweet Bean is dog-social, kid-friendly, and absolutely adores being near his people. Whether it’s curling up at your feet, going for a walk, or lounging in the sun with a canine friend, he’s just happy to be part of the moment.

He’s:
🐶 Dog-friendly and loves friendly canine company
🚫 Not suited to homes with cats
👧 Wonderful with kids – gentle, polite, and affectionate
🧠 Clever and responsive to training
🌞 Low-maintenance, easygoing, and quietly affectionate
📍 Located in Churchill, VIC
🎂 4 years old – the perfect age for companionship and calm adventures
🏡 Ready to thrive in just about any loving home

And here’s the best part — Sweet Bean has a very special quirk: he’s missing his upper right teeth, which gives him the most adorable little snaggle-tooth grin. It doesn’t bother him one bit — in fact, it only makes him more lovable.

Whether you’re a family, a couple, or a solo dog lover, Sweet Bean is the kind of dog who fits right in and fills the home with gentle joy. He’s ready to bring comfort, companionship, and a few laughs with that wonky little smile.

If you’re looking for a loyal friend with a kind heart and a dash of character, Sweet Bean is waiting to win yours.

🔗 Apply to adopt:
https://www.savour-life.com.au/adopt-a-dog/search-now/view/100562

Can’t adopt? A like, comment, or share could be the missing link between Sweet Bean and his forever home 🐾🫘💜

05/08/2025

🦴🐕‍🦺 Meet Hirono – Big Heart, Big Paws, Big Love 🐕‍🦺🦴

If you love your dogs big, sweet, and soulful, let us introduce Hirono – a stunning 18-month-old Wolfhound X with soft eyes, a gentle nature, and a whole lot of love to give.

Weighing in at around 39kg, Hirono is a true gentle giant. He’s calm, affectionate, and dog-social — currently thriving in foster care with other dogs and loving the company. Whether it’s a playful romp or a lazy lounge, Hirono is happiest when he’s part of the pack (furred or human!).

He’s:
🐾 Dog-friendly and enjoys canine pals
🚫 Not suited to homes with cats
👦 Good with kids, especially those who are dog-savvy — just mind the occasional accidental bump from his big boofhead!
🧠 Smart, eager to please, and responsive to positive training
🐕 Loves his walks and adventures but isn’t over-the-top active
📍 Located in Narre Warren, VIC
🎂 18 months old – young enough for fun, old enough to settle
🏡 Best suited to a home with space, stability, and people who love a big softie by their side

Hirono is still growing into his best self and would thrive in a home that can offer him ongoing training, structure, and lots of love. He’s incredibly affectionate and loyal, with that special mix of goofy charm and gentle soul that makes big dogs so lovable.

If you’re after a best mate to stroll through life with, snuggle up to, and laugh with every day — Hirono might just be your perfect match.

🔗 Apply to adopt:
https://www.savour-life.com.au/adopt-a-dog/search-now/view/100558

Can’t adopt? Even a like, comment, or share could be the leash that leads Hirono home 🐾🛋️❤️

05/08/2025

🐾🌸 Meet Lisa – Sweet, Sensitive & Learning to Shine 🌸🐾

Lisa is a beautiful young German Shepherd with soulful eyes, a gentle spirit, and a whole lot of love to give — she’s just still learning how to show it.

At only 10 months old, Lisa is navigating the big wide world with a little caution and a lot of heart. She’s got that classic puppy energy and curiosity, but also a softness that makes her extra special. With patience, kindness, and consistency, Lisa is ready to blossom into the confident companion she’s meant to be.

Lisa is:
🐶 Good with other dogs with a slow and thoughtful introduction
🐱 Living with cats currently — she’ll need ongoing training, but she’s learning
👧 Best suited to a home with older kids (12+) who understand shy dogs
💜 Shy but affectionate — once she trusts you, she’ll be your little shadow
🍖 Highly food-motivated and enjoys learning
📍 Narre Warren, VIC
🎂 10 months old

Lisa’s looking for a calm and patient home that can gently guide her as she builds confidence in herself and the world around her. A quieter environment, consistency, and lots of love will go a long way for this girl.

If you’re looking for a loyal companion who just needs a little time to truly shine, Lisa is ready to meet you 🐾

🔗 Apply to adopt:
https://form.jotform.com/211967846466875

Not ready to adopt? A like, share, or kind word could help Lisa find her match 💌

04/08/2025

🦁❄️ Meet Kubo – The Giant Fluffball With a Heart as Big as His Paws! ❄️🦁

At just 10 months old, Kubo the White Swiss Shepherd is already a showstopper — all 32kg of puppy charm, fluff, and joyful chaos. He’s growing fast, learning heaps, and lighting up every room he bumbles into.

💬 Picture this:
A slightly clumsy shadow at your heel, trying to “help” with the washing, showing off his best zoomies, then snuggling in like a big furry baby. That’s Kubo — affectionate, goofy, and always ready to make you laugh.

Kubo is:
🐕 Dog social – friendly and playful, just still mastering his manners
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 People-obsessed – everyone’s a new bestie in his world
🧠 Super smart – eager to learn and needs ongoing training
🏋️‍♂️ Big and strong – needs structure, guidance, and lots of enrichment
📍 Located in Narre Warren, VIC
🎂 10 months old – still a baby, but already a big unit
🌱 Best suited to a home ready for the ups and downs of raising a large, working-breed pup

Kubo’s ideal match?
Someone with time, patience, and a sense of humour! He’s a blank slate with so much potential — and he’s looking for someone to help shape him into the confident, balanced adult dog he’s meant to be.

💜 If you’re ready to welcome a loyal, lovable, slightly oversized teddy bear into your life — Kubo is ready for you.

🔗 Apply to adopt this growing legend:
https://www.savour-life.com.au/adopt-a-dog/search-now/view/100563

Not ready to adopt? A like, share, or comment might just help Kubo find his perfect fit. Let’s get this sweet fluffball into the forever home he deserves. 🐾✨

04/08/2025

🎉 Say Hello to the Strongest New Hearts in Town! 🐾💜

From adventurous explorers to couch-loving cuties, our latest rescue arrivals each bring their own story, spark, and standout name to the mix. Whether it’s the quiet charm of Azura, the playful chaos of Skullpanda, or the legendary loyalty of Bodhi — this crew is ready to leave paw prints on your heart. 🐶💫

Meet the Newcomers Making a Name for Themselves:

🌀 Kubo – 10-month-old male Swiss Shepherd
A big-hearted ball of bounce and fluff, Kubo is pure friendliness on four legs. He’s 32kg of joy, great with other dogs, and still learning the ropes. Ongoing training will help this lovable guy shine!

🐾 Molly – 2-year-old female Shepherd X
Molly wears her heart on her sleeve — sweet, soulful, and amazing with kids and other dogs. She’s the type of dog who makes a house feel like home.

🌙 Hirono – 1-year-old male Wolfhound X
Hirono is as gentle and majestic as his name suggests. A soulful big boy who thrives with canine companions and calm energy. Total softie.

🎀 Mokoko – 11-year-old female Pug
Senior, squishy, and full of snuggles. Mokoko is a sweet lady looking for a peaceful retirement with no other pets. Great with kids — and on a journey to shed some extra fluff.

🏕️ Bodhi – 2-year-old male GSP X GWP
Your spiritual sidekick and adventure buddy. Bodhi is loving, loyal, and full of energy. He can be a little unsure at first, but he blossoms with kindness and time. Dog-friendly too!

🛡️ Ferrero – 3-year-old female GSD X
Strong, smart, and possibly part livestock guardian dog — Ferrero is farm-savvy, stock-safe, cat-friendly, and prefers chill dogs who don’t get in her face. A confident queen in her own right.

🍇 Pino Jelly – 4-year-old male Kelpie X
Energetic, clever, and full of bounce — Pino Jelly is as bright as his name. Loves other dogs, but needs a secure yard (he’s got hops!) and ongoing training to match his smarts.

🌟 Sweet Bean – 4-year-old male Kelpie X
True to his name — calm, cuddly, and sharp as a tack. He’s dog- and kid-friendly with the right intros, but no cats, please. A thoughtful, affectionate companion.

🎾 Zimomo – 3-year-old male Staffy X
A ball of fun and pure zoomies! Zimomo is great with dogs and kids, not cats. He’s toy-obsessed, life-loving, and ready for his next adventure (and maybe to destroy a few squeakers along the way).

🧸 Skullpanda – 10-week-old female Lab X puppy
Quirky name, ridiculously cute pup. Skullpanda is at that perfect puppy age where everything is new and exciting. Kid- and dog-friendly, and young enough to grow up alongside cats too!

💥 Dimoo – 22-week-old male JRT X Staffy puppy
Confident, cheeky, and full of zoom — Dimoo is dog- and kid-friendly, and young enough to learn the ropes with cats too. A pocket-sized hurricane of love!

🎈 Crybaby – 22-week-old male JRT X Staffy puppy
Dimoo’s brother and just as delightful. Don’t let the name fool you — Crybaby is cheerful, affectionate, and full of character. Dog, cat, and kid-friendly with the right guidance.

💎 Azura – 4-year-old female Shepherd
Shy, sweet, and beautiful inside and out. Azura is okay with other dogs but would love to be your one and only. A loyal little shadow looking for a quiet home to call her own.

🎯 Labubu – 2-year-old female Shepherd
Confident, clever, and ball-obsessed! Labubu is crate trained, muzzle trained, and working on lead skills. She’d prefer to be the only pet, but she’s more than enough on her own

💜 Ready to Find Your Match?
Browse full profiles
https://www.savour-life.com.au/adopt-a-dog/rescue-groups/226576/Strong-Hearts-Dog-Rescue

📣 Support the Mission
We can’t do this without you — food, vet bills, training, and care all add up. Every donation keeps tails wagging and hearts healing.
• Direct deposit:
Strong Hearts Farm Sanctuary
BSB: 633 000
Account: 180 405 532
• Or online via PayPal:
https://www.strongheartssanctuary.org/donate
(All donations over $2 are tax-deductible in Australia)

Thanks for helping us write the next chapter for these incredible dogs. Let’s find them the happy-ever-afters they all deserve. 🐾💜

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