Meet Stella, our adorable Mini Australian Shepherd wiggle butt with enough bounce to power a small city! Born on 12/13/2022, Stella is a playful, spunky, and incredibly loving girl who brings joy everywhere she goes. She’s an ASDR-registered Mini Aussie who thrives outdoors and absolutely loves having a large, fenced yard where she can zoom, explore, and proudly show off her signature Aussie wiggle. Fetch is her favorite pastime, and she has energy for days, but she also has a sweet, affectionate side that shines once she’s comfortable. Stella gets along well with other pets and walks nicely on leash when wearing her harness. She can be a little shy when first meeting new people, but with a bit of patience, she quickly warms up and rewards you with kisses and happy wiggles. Stella will be up to date on vaccinations prior to adoption and will require spaying by her new owner within 60 days of adoption.
Meet Stella, our adorable Mini Australian Shepherd wiggle butt with enough bounce to power a small city! Born on 12/13/2022, Stella is a playful, spunky, and incredibly loving girl who brings joy everywhere she goes. She’s an ASDR-registered Mini Aussie who thrives outdoors and absolutely loves having a large, fenced yard where she can zoom, explore, and proudly show off her signature Aussie wiggle. Fetch is her favorite pastime, and she has energy for days, but she also has a sweet, affectionate side that shines once she’s comfortable. Stella gets along well with other pets and walks nicely on leash when wearing her harness. She can be a little shy when first meeting new people, but with a bit of patience, she quickly warms up and rewards you with kisses and happy wiggles. Stella will be up to date on vaccinations prior to adoption and will require spaying by her new owner within 60 days of adoption.
Founded in 2018, Cactus Ranch Rescues was born out of equal parts compassion, caffeine, and good ol’ Texas stubbornness — a response to the heartbreaking overpopulation crisis facing our state’s pets.
Originally tucked away on peaceful acreage in Elgin, TX, the ranch quickly turned into a full-blown rescue rodeo — with wagging tails, woolly coats, and the occasional feathered diva demanding VIP treatment. (Yes, we once shared the barn with a duck who thought she was management.)
After a short hiatus — because even rescuers need a nap and a moment to remember what “free time” is — we’re back and thriving in Bryan, TX! Our space might be smaller now, but our hearts are still Texas-sized, and our determination to save lives could lasso the moon.
These days, we mostly focus on domestic animals (because we finally admitted we can’t fit a cow in the living room). We serve as a stepping stone rescue — helping dogs go from crisis to comfort, from “code red” to couch-ready. Think of us as the halfway house for hounds, the pit stop for pups, and the emotional support humans for anyone with paws.
Every animal that finds their way to the "Ranch" becomes part of our family — quirks, belly rub demands, and all. We rebuild trust, restore joy, and prove daily that even the most broken spirits can wag again.
Cactus Ranch Rescues — where healing begins, one wag and heartbeat at a time.
Our Story
Founded in 2018, Cactus Ranch Rescues was born out of equal parts compassion, caffeine, and good ol’ Texas stubbornness — a response to the heartbreaking overpopulation crisis facing our state’s pets.
Originally tucked away on peaceful acreage in Elgin, TX, the ranch quickly turned into a full-blown rescue rodeo — with wagging tails, woolly coats, and the occasional feathered diva demanding VIP treatment. (Yes, we once shared the barn with a duck who thought she was management.)
After a short hiatus — because even rescuers need a nap and a moment to remember what “free time” is — we’re back and thriving in Bryan, TX! Our space might be smaller now, but our hearts are still Texas-sized, and our determination to save lives could lasso the moon.
These days, we mostly focus on domestic animals (because we finally admitted we can’t fit a cow in the living room). We serve as a stepping stone rescue — helping dogs go from crisis to comfort, from “code red” to couch-ready. Think of us as the halfway house for hounds, the pit stop for pups, and the emotional support humans for anyone with paws.
Every animal that finds their way to the "Ranch" becomes part of our family — quirks, belly rub demands, and all. We rebuild trust, restore joy, and prove daily that even the most broken spirits can wag again.
Cactus Ranch Rescues — where healing begins, one wag and heartbeat at a time.
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