Adoption

Please complete the adoption application before contacting us about an available Aussie.

We sometimes have aussies on referral from private homes.

Dottie ARPH #14588

TX

Dottie was surrendered to our organization with her 4 puppies after her owner experienced a lifestyle change due to divorce. She is a 3yo Australian Shepherd female that is ~40lbs and fully-vetted. Prior to rescue, she lived the majority of her life outdoors, so she is currently learning all the rules and manners of being an indoor companion. She is learning very quickly and is doing well!

Dottie has done well with other dogs except for the occasional attempt to resource guard. Her foster mom has worked on this with her and she is improving. She has very minimally moved some cattle, but she is not good with fowl.

She is still very new to our program, so we are still getting to know her. Please check back for continued updates!

Dottie is located in Bryan, TX and it is required that you travel there to meet her in person within 10 days of application approval if you want to adopt. We do need the entire party to be involved when meeting available dogs, including every family member and dog(s) that currently live in your home.

If you are an approved ARPH adopter with a current application on file and interested in learning more about Dottie, please contact Laura at [email protected]. If you are interested in becoming an approved ARPH adopter, please submit an adoption application.

Louis ARPH #14466

TX

Louis is a very special boy that was surrendered to us along with his littermate brother when they were only a year old after the owner had a lifestyle change and could no longer care for them. His brother was adopted, but Louis is still searching for his perfect fit!

Louis is a loyal and devoted companion to his person. It became apparent fairly quickly that both boys had been handled in the past with a heavy hand and thus, can be quite untrusting of new people. He is generally fearful of men, especially those that approach him head-on, or point at him. Whoever adopts Louis will need to understand that he doesn't want every human stranger to force an introduction with him. Over time, and with appropriate introductions, he is all friends, fun, and games!

He would likely do best with a single, female owner that is looking for a dedicated and intelligent furry friend. He is medium energy level, very treat motivated, and loves to play ball! Actually, he loves toys of any shape and size. This is a dog that loves to work for you! He is full of brains and a willingness to please his momma, enjoying mental exercises and training. His ideal home is child and cat free. Another dog of opposite sex and amiable temperament might be fine, but a meeting would help us know for sure. Louis has been good friends with many dogs, but sometimes tries to resource guard his foster mom, so this would depend on the temperament of the other dog and the behavior should be nipped in the bud early-on.

Louis' ideal lifestyle is that of consistency and little change. A ton of people coming/going all the time would simply stress him out. He loves to go on trails and walking, but he is reactive to fast-moving objects or things with motors (bikes, scooters, skateboards, etc.) He has also barked at the sight of other people and dogs walking, but he has greatly improved in this regard. Quiet trails and someone seeking reflective, peaceful spaces is where Louis would thrive! He is excellent in the car (no car sickness) and will protect your vehicle from strangers approaching. He used to pull on the leash, but he is now much better thanks to the training of his foster mom and he is very good at keeping pace. Louis is crate and house trained as well.

Ultimately, Louis is a fantastic companion prospect that needs the right type of person to come along. Breed or herding/working dog experience will help with his successful placement. He is 2.5yo, 50lbs, fully-vetted, and deserving of finding his forever person.

Louis is located in Gainsville, TX and it is required that you travel there to meet him in person within 10 days of application approval if you want to adopt. We do need the entire party to be involved when meeting available dogs, including every family member and dog(s) that currently live in your home.

If you are an approved ARPH adopter with a current application on file and interested in learning more about Louis please contact Laura at [email protected]. If you are interested in becoming an approved ARPH adopter, please submit an adoption application.

Ranger ARPH #14599

WA

Ranger is a beautiful male black tri -colored Australian Shepherd currently living on Whidbey Island, Washington. He is one year old, neutered and current on all his vaccinations. Ranger is an active dog, very smart and loving and waiting for his permanent home.

If you are interested in meeting Ranger, you would have to bring your family and any current dog to an agreed upon location on or near Whidbey Island.

If you are an approved ARPH adopter with a current application on file and interested in learning more about Ranger, please contact Annie. If you would like to becom an approved ARPH adopter, please submit an adoption application.

Onyx ARPH #14573

TX

Onyx is a 2.5yo, 40lb, fully-vetted, fully house-trained and crate-trained male Australian Shepherd. He was surrendered to our rescue organization after he was purchased as a gift for someone that did not want a dog (this is why it's important not to "gift" animals!)

Onyx can be very shy and timid at first, but really blossoms once he is settled in his new home. He absolutely loves other dogs; if he without a canine counterpart, he can be very skittish... so we are requiring another established dog in the home to show him the ropes! Onyx really likes to play with toys and especially loves chew toys! He is still finishing up his chewing stage, so he needs tough, durable toys (like Kong products).

Onyx's ideal family also includes a person that works from home or is retired, as he does exhibit separation anxiety during his initial transition phase. This is manifested through barking in the crate when people are away from the home, which is why he would benefit from someone who is home more than not. Once he is more adjusted in his new family (ie: after a few months), his anxiety when alone dissipates.

Onyx was initially very fearful of riding in the car, but he is getting better and now even "loads up" by jumping into the crate on his own. He is fearful of thunder and sticks close to you when storms are rolling through. He is good at alerting when people knock on the door, but stops barking after a few seconds. He would also do best with a mobile vet or groomer that comes to the house, as he is absolutely terrified of going to the vet hospital.

Onyx will thrive in a home environment that is consistent and keeps his world relatively small. He is not an ideal candidate for "dog-friendly restaurant patios" etc. His personality really blossoms within the safety of his home, yard, and neighborhood.

Onyx is located in North Richland Hills, TX and it is required that you travel there to meet him in person within 10 days of application approval if you want to adopt. We do need the entire party to be involved when meeting available dogs, including every family member and dog(s) that currently live in your home.

If you are an approved ARPH adopter with a current application on file and interested in learning more about Onyx, please contact Laura at [email protected]. If you are interested in becoming an approved ARPH adopter, please submit an adoption application.