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My basic info
Breed
Australian Shepherd
Color
White - with Tan, Yellow or Fawn
Age
7 months old, Puppy
Size
Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg) (when grown)
Weight
–
Sex
Male
Pet ID
4489
My details
Good with kids
Good with dogs
Good with cats
Shots current
Has special needs
My story
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Available for Adoption in Portsmouth, VA
Meet Dewey! Dewey is an almost 4 month old (DOB 10/5/23) double-merle Aussie mix puppy that will steal your heart! He is about 30 lbs (will be a larger sized dog full grown) and up to date on all vaccinations and preventatives. Dewey is not neutered yet and would require a neuter contract to adopt.
Dewey is deaf and has some visual impairments (starburst pupils- light sensitivity, reduced peripheral vision).
Dewey, along with his brother Louie, came from a Mississippi rescue that wanted them to go to a breed-specific rescue due to their disabilities. Since Dewey came into ASF, he has been thriving in his foster home and living his best life! He has finished potty training, learned sit and lay down, and is doing well with recall. He loves to play with his brother and foster siblings. He gets along with everyone (cats, dogs, chickens, kids) and gets very excited to see new people and always wants to say hi!
Dewey loves his people so much and wants to give kisses and nose boops to show how much he loves you! He loves to cuddle and thinks he is a lap dog (he will be a big boy). He is a fairly calm tempered pup and is low to medium energy typically, but can get rowdy when playing. He does not bark much, unless he is playing and then he can get vocal. He is crate trained and does well in the crate throughout the night and while his foster parents are away from the house.
Dewey needs a home with a fenced in yard. He would prefer other confident furry friends to play with and to help guide him. Due to his disabilities, he will need a home that understands his needs and that preferably has experience with hearing and vision impaired dogs. He could benefit from a pair of goggles (i.e., Rex Specs) to reduce the light to his eyes.
This boy is so special and so so sweet. He will make the perfect addition to your family! He will steal and melt your heart in an instant!
If he sounds perfect for you, please fill out the application:
There is an additional $50 neuter deposit that will be refunded upon proof of neuter and a $20 microchip fee which includes registration and transfer to his new furever family.
All adoption fees are used for future rescue efforts.
