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My name is Dante!

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My basic info

Breed
Australian Shepherd
Color
Red/Golden/Orange/Chestnut - with White
Age
2 years old, Adult
Size
Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg) (when grown)
Weight
45 lbs (current)
Sex
Male
Pet ID

My details

Checkmark in teal circle Good with kids
Checkmark in teal circle Good with dogs
Checkmark in teal circle Good with cats
Checkmark in teal circle Shots current
Checkmark in teal circle Spayed / Neutered
Checkmark in teal circle Housetrained

My personality

My story

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

WE ARE A TX-BASED RESCUE. THIS DOG IS CURRENTLY LOCATED IN TX AND WILL BE TRANSPORTED UPON ADOPTION.
Please fill out an adoption application at haydudeequine.org

🐾🔥 Meet Dante — The Dashing Adventurer With a Heart of Gold 🔥🐾
(Australian Shepherd • 2 Years • ~45 lbs • Professional Good Boy)

If you’ve been wishing for a four-legged best friend who can keep up with all your adventures — from weekday daily to weekend chaos — allow us to introduce Dante, the Australian Shepherd whose life goal is to be included in absolutely everything you do. Yes, everything. If you’re going, he’s going. If you’re sitting, he’s sitting. If you’re eating… well, he’s respectfully observing with hopeful eyes.

At 2 years old and around 45 pounds, Dante is the perfect-sized partner in crime. He’s sweet-natured, active, playful, and handsome enough to make your neighbors ask, “Wow, where’d you get that dog?” (We approve of you bragging about him.)

He’s good with dogs, great with kids, and even gets along with cats — which is impressive given that many Aussies consider cats to be mysterious, poorly timed flock members. Dante says, “No worries, mate. We’re cool.”

He was previously heartworm positive, but he has completed treatment like the brave champ he is and is now cleared and ready for his forever home. Fully vetted, neutered, and house trained — this boy is as turn-key as they come.

A couple things you should know:
• Dante is barky. Not “I’m yelling at every leaf,” but definitely “I have opinions and I would like to share them.”
• Because of that, apartment life = big nope.
• Outdoorsy, active families = HUGE YES. He wants adventures! Hikes! Road trips! Splash zones! Life!

Dante would thrive with a family who will include him in the everyday moments and the big fun ones — from coffee runs and yard projects to camping trips and long scenic walks. He’s happiest when he’s part of the action, right by your side.

If you're looking for a best friend who brings joy, energy, loyalty, and a sprinkle of Aussie spice, Dante is your guy.

👉 Apply today at haydudeequine.org — Dante’s next adventure starts with YOU! 🐶✨
Rescue

Contact info

Pet ID
Contact
Jessica Minarcin
Phone
Address
Hartford, CT 06120
Donation

Their adoption process

Additional adoption info

Hay Dude Equine Rescue, in Boerne, TX, does not have a shelter - ALL of our dogs, are raised in foster homes in the San Antonio area. Each pup comes spayed or neutered, up-to-date on vaccinations that are appropriate for their age, microchipped, heartworm tested and on current on monthly flea/tick and heartworm preventative.

ALL OF THIS IS INCLUDED IN THE ADOPTION FEE OF $200.00 FOR LOCAL DOGS AND $300.00 FOR PUPPIES. ( Local is in the state of Texas)! Medical records will come with each dog at the time of adoption.

IF THIS IS AN OUT OF STATE ADOPTION, TRANSPORT TO YOU is included in the adoption fee of $400.00 for adult dogs and $500.00 for puppies. We transport all over the country!!

All our dogs are socialized and we try to provide you a good understanding of the dog’s personality.

Please contact hay_dude_equine@yahoo.com for more information about adopting one of our dogs and puppies

Thank you for wanting to adopt a rescued dog, their LIVES depend on it!

Adoption application

Go meet their pets

We are a TX based rescue that transports our dogs once they have been adopted. We use TXCR Transport to move our dogs, please check out their Facebook page.
We thoroughly vet potential adopters by running background checks, talking to their vet, interviewing the adopter and releasing the animal under contract.

More about this rescue

We are a nonprofit animal rescue organization located in the
beautiful Texas Hill Country! Because we are a Public 501(C)3 organization we rely solely on the generous donations of are residents and other animal loving individuals that want to help.

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