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My name is Ranger!

Posted 12 hours ago

My basic info

Breed
German Shepherd Dog/Australian Cattle Dog
Color
Black - with Brown, Red, Golden, Orange or Chestnut
Age
1 year old, Young
Size
Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg) (when grown)
Weight
40 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 Shots current
Checkmark in teal circle Spayed / Neutered

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 Ranger — A Good Boy on a Mission to Find His Forever 🐾🧭

Ranger is a 1-year-old, ~40-pound sweetheart who has spent his whole puppyhood watching the world from the sidelines, waiting for a family to notice him. Born into an unwanted litter, Ranger and his siblings grew up without the simple joys of home life — no couch naps, no bedtime routines, no humans calling his name just because they love him. But somehow, Ranger’s heart stayed wide open.

Ranger is friendly, affectionate, and playful, with an easygoing personality that makes him a joy to be around. He does great with other dogs and kids, and has that wonderful mix of curiosity and gentleness that makes you think, “Yep… this is a really good dog.” He’s the kind of guy who’s happy to explore by your side and then check in often, just to make sure you’re still there.

His mom is a heeler/border collie mix around 40 lbs, and dad remains a mystery — possibly a shepherd mix, possibly a smooth-talking drifter with a wagging tail and great timing. Whatever the blend, Ranger inherited the brains, athleticism, and loyalty that make for an amazing companion.

Ranger would thrive with an active family who enjoys walks, playtime, and adventures, but also values connection and togetherness. He’s eager to learn, ready to bond, and so deserving of the life he never got to experience as a puppy.

🐕 Ranger’s Rundown:
✅ 1 year old, ~40 lbs
✅ Friendly, affectionate, and people-oriented
✅ Great with dogs and kids
✅ Playful, curious, and loyal
✅ Smart and ready to learn
✅ Waiting patiently for his forever family

Ranger doesn’t need much — just a chance, a home, and someone willing to love him the way he’s been waiting for all along.

✨ Apply today at haydudeequine.org and help Ranger complete his most important journey yet: finding home. 🐾🧭
Rescue

Contact info

Pet ID
Contact
Jessica Minarcin
Phone
Address
Pittsburgh, PA 15237
Donation

Their adoption process

Additional adoption info

We are a TX based rescue that transports our dogs once they have been adopted. We use TXCR Transport or Your TX Rescue Connection to move our pups. Most of our dogs adoption fees are 250-300 and transport is 200-210.
We thoroughly vet potential adopters by running background checks, talking to their vet, interviewing the adopter and releasing the animal under contract.

Adoption application

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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