Sir Gilbert Didymus
MALE | BORN DEC 2020 | SCHNAUZER X SHIH TZU
LOCATED IN AUCKLAND
Meet Sir Gilbert Didymus! 🏰🐾
Knight of the Round Table. Defender of the Realm. Professional Beach Enthusiast.
Yes, that is his full name. Sir Gilbert Didymus. But his friends call him Gilbert, and you may address him as Your Majesty if you're feeling particularly respectful.
If you've ever watched Labyrinth, you'll immediately recognise the resemblance to Sir Didymus. We're not saying they're related, but we're also not ruling out a long-lost royal bloodline.
Gilbert may look like he's about to challenge you to a duel over a bridge, but underneath that magnificent little face is a pretty lovely chap!
A FEW THINGS ABOUT HIS LORDSHIP:
🏰 Royal Chambers: Gilbert has taken to crate life rather well. There was a small formal complaint upon his initial imprisonment, but after realising the accommodation was actually quite acceptable, he withdrew his objection and settled in beautifully.
🐱 Relations with the Feline Kingdom: Surprisingly diplomatic! Gilbert has been absolutely fine with the resident cat. No declarations of war, no territorial disputes. Peace reigns throughout the kingdom.
🧸 Royal Entertainment: Initially, Gilbert considered toys beneath his station. However, after further investigation, he's beginning to see their potential. A royal toy collection may be forthcoming.
🌊 Lord of the Seas: THIS is where Gilbert truly shines. Take this little knight to the beach and suddenly he's Poseidon, ruler of the oceans. Water? LOVES IT. Beach adventures? ABSOLUTELY. Staying dry? FOR PEASANTS.
🐕 Fellow Knights: Gilbert has been friendly with the dogs he's met so far. He's clearly a sociable little gentleman who appreciates good company.
🔊 Suspicious Noises: Occasionally, Gilbert hears something that he believes requires immediate investigation and a strongly worded announcement. Thankfully, he's easily distracted and can be convinced that the kingdom is not, in fact, under attack.
THE IDEAL KINGDOM
Gilbert is settling into foster life beautifully and showing us what a fun little character he is.
He's got the looks of a medieval warrior, the heart of an adventurer, and the beach enthusiasm of someone who has just discovered annual leave.
He'd love a home where he can enjoy adventures, splash about in the water, continue building his confidence and, most importantly, be treated with the respect befitting a knight of his standing.
So, if you've got room in your castle for a slightly ridiculous, water-loving little gentleman, Sir Gilbert Didymus would like to formally request an audience.
Applications are now being accepted.
Swords optional. Beach trips highly encouraged. 👑
Further Info
Good with dogs: Yes
Good with cats: Yes
Good with other animals: Untested
Good with kids: Yes
Energy Levels: Med-High
Home Experience Level: Need some experience
Health: A little itchy but easily sorted.
Weight: 5.3kg
A Note on Training and Adopting Our Dogs
Our dogs are wonderful, and we invest a great deal of time and effort into their training and preparation. However, no dog is “perfectly trained” or ready to adopt without any ongoing work.
All dogs go through normal life stages and changes — puppyhood, adolescence, adulthood, aging, moving homes, and adapting to new environments. Any of these can lead to stress, uncertainty, or moments of testing boundaries.
Because of this, ongoing training is essential. Training isn’t a one-off task; it’s a continual process that helps you understand your dog’s needs, support them through transitions, and set everyone up for long-term success.
We would expect adopters to maintain the training we’ve started and seek further guidance if needed. We’re always happy to help with information and recommendations for trainers, and provide advice during the trial and adoption process also.
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Although we charge a small adoption fee, this doesn't generally cover the costs of us getting our dogs ready for adoption. Desexing, grooms, vet care, vaccinations, registration, training and variety of other things can go into these dogs. If you'd like to help either on a one off or regular basis we would be grateful for your donation.
