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My name is Blanco!

Posted 1 week ago | Updated 1 day ago

Adoption process
1

Submit Application

2

Home Check

3

Meet the Pet

Adoption fee: $450

This helps North Texas Australian Shepherd Rescue with pet care costs.

My basic info

Breed
Australian Shepherd
Color
White
Age
Young
Size
Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg) (when grown)
Weight
Sex
Male
Pet ID
ae52e450-8d14-4fd0-81c4-9adfa6ebc33c

My details

Checkmark in teal circle Purebred
Checkmark in teal circle Has special needs

My story

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

🐾 Meet Blanco (Blonkies if you’re a close friend)

30 lbs • Double Merle • Crate + Potty Pro • Dog-Friendly • Certified Snuggle Monster

Blanco is that perfect mix of adventurous outside, cuddle-sloth inside. He LOVES to snuggle, LOVES treats even more, and LOVES using his whole body to express joy — which is adorable, but yes, we’re politely working on the “no launching myself onto humans” rule. Millennial enthusiasm, you know?

He’s curious, goofy, playful, and honestly kind of hilarious. Walks? He’s obsessed. Leash skills? We’re getting there. Crate time? He settles in after a bit of “I would like to speak to the manager” whining and then snoozes like a champ.

Blanco is likely deaf, so he thrives with hand signals, gentle wake-ups, and a human who gets that different doesn’t mean difficult. He’s smart, routine-oriented, and will sprint into his crate if you even think about grabbing a treat. He’s still learning what’s a chew toy vs. what’s… not. But bathroom accidents? None. Zero. Gold star student.

💙 A quick but important note: Blanco is a double merle, meaning he has special needs caused by irresponsible breeding practices.

Double Merle Aussies are the result of a genetic defect from improper breeding of 2 Merle colored Aussies. This creates a genetic cocktail of potential issues with hearing, vision, and neurological. While they are easily trained using hand signals, voice commands, or even vibrating colors, not all defects necessarily present themselves early on. Committing to these dogs now means committing to consistent checkups around the potential defects and care should something present itself in the future. 

Dogs like Blanco shine when given structure, patience, and love.
If you want a quirky, snuggly, food-motivated adventure buddy who will absolutely become your whole personality, Blanco is your guy.

🏡 Apply to adopt at ntxaussierescue.org/adopt
Rescue

Contact info

Pet ID
ae52e450-8d14-4fd0-81c4-9adfa6ebc33c
Contact
Samantha Anderson
Phone
Address
Arlington, TX 76004

Their adoption process

1.

Submit Application

2.

Home Check

3.

Meet the Pet

Additional adoption info

All applications for adoption are considered based on the wants of the adopter and the needs of each individual animal.

Adoption application

Go meet their pets

After being approved by a team member, you'll be able to schedule a meet and greet with the pup that best matches your needs.

All of our pets are in private foster homes and many times the meeting will happen in a safe public location.

All animals are available to begin their home trials once the meeting has concluded and the rescue agrees to allow the pet to move forward to this stage.

More about this rescue

North Texas Australian Shepherd Rescue mission is to Rescue, Rehabilitate, and Rehome Australian Shepherds that have been Abused, Neglected, Displaced, or Abandoned in North Texas and surrounding states.

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