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Breed
Australian Cattle Dog/Border Collie
Color
Black/White
Age
2 years 1 month old, Adult
Size
Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg) (when grown)
Weight
37 lbs (current)
Sex
Female
Pet ID
188164
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Saphira’s story is one of love and devotion. After raising her puppies with all the care in the world, her little ones are now settled, and it’s Saphira’s turn to be cherished.
And trust us — this girl is an absolute gem.
Saphira is a stellar companion in every way. She’s fully housetrained with zero accidents and can be left unattended for 6–8 hours without issue. She walks beautifully on leash and has excellent recall. She loves attention, enjoys playing fetch, and likes chew toys (sturdy bone-type toys are best!). She has a leg that is awaiting an orthopedic evaluation, but it doesn’t slow her down from enjoying life in moderation.
Her sweetness extends to everyone she meets. Saphira is wonderful with people, kids, and other dogs, and she even does well with dog-savvy cats. She enjoys playful pups but also knows how to take a break when needed.
Now that her mama duties are behind her, Saphira is ready to soak up all the love, comfort, and stability she’s been waiting for. If you’re looking for a loyal, affectionate, easygoing best friend, Saphira might just be your perfect match.
Saphira’s story is one of love and devotion. After raising her puppies with all the care in the world, her little ones are now settled, and it’s Saphira’s turn to be cherished.
And trust us — this girl is an absolute gem.
Saphira is a stellar companion in every way. She’s fully housetrained with zero accidents and can be left unattended for 6–8 hours without issue. She walks beautifully on leash and has excellent recall. She loves attention, enjoys playing fetch, and likes chew toys (sturdy bone-type toys are best!). She has a leg that is awaiting an orthopedic evaluation, but it doesn’t slow her down from enjoying life in moderation.
Her sweetness extends to everyone she meets. Saphira is wonderful with people, kids, and other dogs, and she even does well with dog-savvy cats. She enjoys playful pups but also knows how to take a break when needed.
Now that her mama duties are behind her, Saphira is ready to soak up all the love, comfort, and stability she’s been waiting for. If you’re looking for a loyal, affectionate, easygoing best friend, Saphira might just be your perfect match.
Take a look at our Available Dogs page or our Available Cats page, depending on which kind of pet you’re interested in! Make note of a few d
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Meet the Pet
Visit our shelter locations every day from 12-6 to meet our on-site animals or get matched with an adoptable pet. New pets everyday!
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Sign Adoption Contract
Our application is more like a conversation. Come meet us today!
Additional adoption info
We are open to the public to visit available animals at our adoption locations. Visit us daily for same-day adoption or meet our dogs and cats.
Click the 'adoption inquiry' button in an animal's profile or email adopt@austinpetsalive.org with the name you’re interested in for the next steps on setting up your meet & greet.
If you need help finding the right match email matchmaker@austinpetsalive.org for dogs and catmatchmaker@austinpetsalive.org for cats with a short description of what you’re looking for and what your home environment is like.
We are open to the public to visit available animals at our adoption locations. Visit us daily for same-day adoption or meet our dogs and cats.
Click the 'adoption inquiry' button in an animal's profile or email adopt@austinpetsalive.org with the name you’re interested in for the next steps on setting up your meet & greet.
If you need help finding the right match email matchmaker@austinpetsalive.org for dogs and catmatchmaker@austinpetsalive.org for cats with a short description of what you’re looking for and what your home environment is like.
Go meet their pets
Open 7 days a week from 12 PM - 6 PM.
Please inquire through an animal profile or by emailing adopt@austinpetsalive.org if you are interested in meeting one of our available animals.
Town Lake Animal Center
1156 West Cesar Chavez
Austin, TX 78703
Tarrytown Cat Adoption Center
3106 Windsor Road
Austin, TX 78703
Tarrytown Dog Adoption Center
3118 Windsor Road
Austin, TX 78703
Open 7 days a week from 12 PM - 6 PM.
Please inquire through an animal profile or by emailing adopt@austinpetsalive.org if you are interested in meeting one of our available animals.
Town Lake Animal Center
1156 West Cesar Chavez
Austin, TX 78703
Tarrytown Cat Adoption Center
3106 Windsor Road
Austin, TX 78703
Tarrytown Dog Adoption Center
3118 Windsor Road
Austin, TX 78703
More about this shelter
Austin Pets Alive! (APA!) is a nonprofit animal shelter and rescue organization pioneering comprehensive, innovative programs designed to save the most at-risk homeless companion animals and educate others to do the same through its American Pets Alive! nationwide education and outreach division.
A leader in No Kill sheltering in America’s largest No Kill city, APA! helps more than 10,000 dogs and cats annually in Central Texas and beyond get a chance at the life they deserve.
To learn more about APA!, visit austinpetsalive.org.
Austin Pets Alive! (APA!) is a nonprofit animal shelter and rescue organization pioneering comprehensive, innovative programs designed to save the most at-risk homeless companion animals and educate others to do the same through its American Pets Alive! nationwide education and outreach division.
A leader in No Kill sheltering in America’s largest No Kill city, APA! helps more than 10,000 dogs and cats annually in Central Texas and beyond get a chance at the life they deserve.
To learn more about APA!, visit austinpetsalive.org.
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