Western Cape, Kenilworth, Cape Town
Adopt Female Africanis: Zoey
Adopt Zoey: Affectionate Brindle Female Africanis Ready for Her Forever Home Now
Zoey is a striking 6-year-old female Africanis with a beautiful brindle coat of rich tan, brown, and black tiger-like stripes. In her favorite spot on the couch, she lounges relaxed and content, gently holding a well-loved plush toy in her paws—with a happy “grin,” perked ears, and soulful dark eyes that radiate warmth and intelligence. This athletic, medium-to-large girl is lean and strong, already fully at home indoors, bringing loyalty and joy to anyone lucky enough to adopt her.
As her family emigrates soon, Zoey urgently needs a loving new home in the coming weeks—she’s ready to bond quickly and become your devoted companion.
Why Zoey Will Thrive in Your Home
Fully housetrained and comfortable alone all day, Zoey happily naps or entertains herself with toys while you’re out.
- Toy-obsessed: Loves pulling apart teddies, chasing balls, ropes, and puzzle toys for mental stimulation.
- Highly affectionate: Picks up on emotions fast, offering comfort and sensing your moods like a true family member.
- Excellent with children (proven with a 10-year-old and over the December holidays with a 3 year old) and sociable with people.
- Fine with other dogs if introduced slowly and properly.
Zoey settles quickly after initial excitement in new places, with brief jumping or nervous barking that fades fast. On leash, she may bark at other dogs but responds immediately to a sit command and treat. Car rides aren’t her favorite yet, but she’s adaptable. (A trainer is available to help new owners with leash practice.) Best in a cat-free home, as she likes to chase.
Don’t miss the chance to give this resilient, people-oriented Africanis her perfect match—she’s more human than dog in the best way!
- Area: Kenilworth, Cape Town – Western Cape
- Name: Zoey
- Age: 6 years
- Gender: Female
- Breed: Africanus
- Weight: 25kg
- Kids: Excellent
- Dogs: Good
- Cats: Will chase
- Housetrained: Fully
- Sleep: Inside
- Escape Artist: No
- Out of Province Adoptions: No
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Africanus
The Africanis (also known as Africanus) is South Africa’s indigenous landrace dog, shaped by natural selection over thousands of years. Free from extreme traits, these resilient natives are healthy, low-maintenance, and highly adaptable. They form profound human bonds with balanced temperaments—intelligent, loyal, affectionate, and deeply attuned to people—making them ideal, devoted companions for active families.
