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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
25 lbs (current)
Sex
Male
Pet ID
4490
My details
Good with kids
Good with dogs
Good with cats
Shots current
Housetrained
Has special needs
My story
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Available for Adoption in Portsmouth, VA
Meet Louie! Louie is an almost 4 month old (DOB 10/5/23) double-merle Aussie mix puppy that will steal your heart! He is about 25 lbs (will be a larger sized dog full grown) and up to date on all vaccinations and preventatives.
Louie is not neutered yet and would require a neuter contract to adopt. He is deaf and has some visual impairments (starburst pupils- light sensitivity, reduced peripheral vision).
Louie, along with his brother Dewey, came from a Mississippi rescue that wanted them to go to a breed-specific rescue due to their disabilities. Since Louie 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 gets along with everyone (cats, dogs, chickens, kids) and loves to meet new people.
Louie loves his people so much and wants to be close to his humans at all times. He loves to cuddle and thinks he is a lap dog (he will be a big boy). He is a medium energy pup that has a hard time holding still, unless he is cuddling or sleeping. He can get rowdy when playing with his brother. Louie is more vocal and will tell you if he needs or wants anything. He is crate trained, but does not necessarily care to be in the crate. He is very vocal when he wants out of the crate. He does sleep 7-8 hours through the night without a peep, but he will let you know the moment that he is awake. He prefers that his crate is covered to create a darker environment for sleeping.
Louie 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 is the best snuggler and loves to give hugs. 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.
