Hello, I'm Watney! My Foster parents call me the little guy with gumption.
I'm a full-blooded mini black-tri Aussie, that's 18-months old and
weigh only 25 lbs. I also have an adorable tail!
When I first came to my foster home I was a little nervous and wasn't
too sure about my new foster family or the big open backyard, however
I warmed up very quickly and enjoy getting to spend time with everyone
now.
I love playing with my purple doughnut and chasing tennis balls,
especially ones that bounce. The frisbee has peaked my interest and I
may be good at that some day. I'll play with almost anything I can,
but you'll probably find me de-stuffing the soft toys if I get the
chance.
I do love playing with other dogs and enjoy romping around the house
with my full-size Aussie sister and playing chase in the back yard.
I'm not even half her size, but I can give her a run for her money!
I've also got to meet the resident cat and think she's a little
strange, but would probably like to be friends if time allows our
relationship to grow.
I can relax with my family, but I also like fun activities to keep my
body and mind busy. If I get a chance I will find something on my own
to entertain me, like my foster family's pot holders and oven mitts.
I'm also a couple of pounds over weight so any fun activities, like
walking, could help me with my weight loss goals too!
When I hear something outside, I sometimes make a little noise that
sounds like someone is trying to start a car engine. My foster mom
just laughs at me. They actually seem to do that at a lot of things I
do.
I do sleep in a crate most nights, but I have gotten to also sleep on
the human bed, which I can jump up on by myself, and they said I was a
great snuggle buddy and the perfect size for a sleeping companion.
My favorite place to be while watching tv is either my own ottoman or
next to my foster dad on the couch.
I can be a tad nervous and a little stubborn at times, especially
outside so for this reason it would probably be best if I have a
fenced yard of my own.
I am potty trained, but I do get very excited when my people come home
and if I'm out of my crate I may sprinkle. My foster parents have
been working on this by not verbally greeting or petting me and
letting me outside before we say hello, but it is still a work in
progress.
Since I am nervous around new situations and loud noises, I would do best in a home without young children, so I can get the majority of the attention to myself. All members of the household need to be 15 years-old or older to be considered a great match for me.
I know sit, shake and leave it. I can do down and wait but they
aren't my favorite and do require a little more convincing. I will
also go right in my crate for a little treat and usually settle right
down.
If you are looking for a little guy with a lot of personality I could
be the one for you!
I am neutered, up to date on my vaccinations (Rabies, Bordetella and
Distemper),fecal tested (negative), heartworm tested (negative) and I
am micro-chipped. I also take my monthly preventatives!
I am being fostered in the St.Louis, Missouri area. We show dogs by
appointment only. If you are interested in meeting Watney, the first
step is to fill out an application. Please go to our website
www.centralaussierescue.org and click the Adoption Tab /Adoption
Application to access the form. It's easy! Please email
centralaussierescue@gmail.com if you have further questions. Please
note: your application is very important to us. Once you submit an
application, please allow us time to contact you. Thank you for your
interest in this sweet rescue and for your patience.
