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My name is Gary!

Posted over 8 months ago | Updated over 3 weeks ago

My basic info

Breed
Australian Cattle Dog
Color
Red/Golden/Orange/Chestnut - with White
Age
Young
Size
Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg) (when grown)
Weight
Sex
Male
Pet ID
21459223

My details

Checkmark in teal circle Good with dogs
Checkmark in teal circle Spayed / Neutered
Checkmark in teal circle Housetrained

My story

Here's what the humans have to say about me:

Location: Louisville, KY
 
Sup, I’m Gary. Oh, you don’t know me? Don’t worry, you will! Let’s get the boring stuff out of the way: I’m like 6ish months old, 30 pounds, getting neutered soon, good on my vaccinations and preventatives, most likely a cattle dog mix, definitely the life of the party, absolutely the guy for you. Okay, also, here’s the thing: I was hit by a car a little while ago and while that was definitely not fun, I had no major injuries so after being treated like the rockstar that I am, the doctor said I’m all good now and clear to come home with you. 
 
I may take handsome pictures but people who know me say to others, “you’ve got to meet him in person to get the full Gary Experience™. My foster mom says I’m a “goofy goober” who has “googly eyes” but I think I’m way more than that. I mean, have you SEEN my cool spots? I’ve got long legs that were just made for jumping high, I’ve got really shiny teeth that were made for chompin’ and have these big ears that I will absolutely 100% maybe not always listen to you with. When it comes down to it, I try my best to be a good boy but I’m still learning what all that means. I know how to sit, I walk pretty well on a leash (if I do say so myself), I’m pretty much the best at sleeping in my crate at night, and I love to announce my presence both loudly and often so everyone knows I have arrived.
 
I have literally never met a stranger and when I meet people I like to stand on my hind legs and do this little dance. You’ve gotta see it! I love other dogs and have quite a few friends. When I’m not too sure about stuff I like to follow the other dogs in my foster home around and take their advice on what is scary and what isn’t. I think I like playing with the younger dogs in my foster home more, those old ones are too boring for me. There’s a cat here too but that thing is weird and I’m not really sure what to do with it. My foster mom says I can be a little reactive when I’m on leash or behind a barrier. I like to think I’m just telling those other dogs how it is but apparently that’s rude so I’ve been working on that. My foster mom gives me treats when I see other dogs and I don’t yell at them so I think I’m getting the hang of it pretty well. 
 
Anyway, if you want to meet me (and I don’t see why you wouldn’t?) please fill out an adoption application at www.acdra.org/adoption-application
 
If you have any questions, I’m busy doing my thing so you can email my foster mom at khickey502@gmail.com and she can probably help you out. 
December 14, 2025, 8:27 pm
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Contact info

Pet ID
21459223
Contact
Phone
Address
PO Box 7204, Garden City, NY 11530

Their adoption process

Additional adoption info

Puppies under 1 year: $350
Adult dogs 1 - 6 years: $300
Adult dogs 7 - 9 years: $250
Senior dogs 10 + years: $100

There is an adoption contract. If you decide the dog is not a fit for your household and the dog is returned to the rescue within 2 weeks of adoption, the adoption fee will be refunded.

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Our rescues reside in foster homes.

More about this rescue

We are an all volunteer group that rescues Australian Cattle Dogs. Our dogs reside in foster homes until they are adopted
Every year, thousands of Australian Cattle Dogs find themselves homeless through no fault of their own. Although the reasons are diverse, the result is the same. Healthy, adoptable dogs face euthanasia in shelters.

The Australian Cattle Dog Rescue Association rescues ACDs in shelters from Maine to Georgia and gives these dogs a fresh start with a loving family. Our foster home volunteers welcome the dogs into their homes where they live as members of the family. During the time in foster care, our volunteers determine what kind of forever home will be the right one for each dog.

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