Well, here I am!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
If you are looking for a friendly, great looking, well behaved (did I mention great looking?), nice natured, generally all round terrific dog, boy am I the dog for you! Here am I being silly, let's go for a walk guys!?
My name is Marlon. I am a Male Kelpie cross. Only young, I am 17 months old and have been at the APS since April 2007. I was brought to the refuge from the pound, as I was far too nice a dog and deserving of a second chance.
My early life story is unknown, as the rangers have no idea where I came from and as I am unable to speak human language, the past is known only to me. I am much happier here though, as I feel safe and loved and I know the kind people here will find me the right home one day.
In the meantime, I have just the happiest disposition. Nothing much fazes me. I am friendly to all the dogs (males included), and would be a great companion dog to a lovely female dog. I am unaware of my star sign, but enjoy going for long walks, eating in (in my kennel), socializing and generally making new friends. My eyes (I think), are my best feature. They speak to you, plead with you to give me just one more pat, one more treat, or, hopefully, a home forever.
I have a great sense of humour, in particular when I am allowed into the kitchen and have once been lucky enough to have grabbed a meat froll from the sink and take off with it. Delicious. Plastic wrap and all! As much as they try here, they just cannot fatten me up.
When visitors come into the refuge, I seem to get overlooked. I guess it is because I am not little and fluffy and cute but, I really am SO well behaved. I truly am no problem at all (I sound too good to be true, don't I?). I have the sleekest brown coat and would be fine inside your home, as I do not lose much hair. Perfect for those chilly nights, when you want to snuggle up to me.
During my walks, I enjoy sitting under a tree and having special time. Just me and the walker. I do SO love my belly to be tickled and my soft, soft ears are perfect for stroking. That is my secret passion time. I become very smoochy then and I am putty in your hands. Look into my eyes, deeply into my eyes. Can't you just imagine how much love you will receive from me? I will adore you forever. Well, what are you waiting for? Come and get me. You know you want me!