Adopt

My name is Emmie!

Posted 4 days ago | Updated 4 days ago

Adoption process
1

Submit Application

2

Interview

3

Home Check

4

Approve Application

5

Meet the Pet

6

Pay Fee

7

Take the Pet Home

Adoption fee: $350

This helps Aussie Rescue of the Mid Atlantic with pet care costs.

My basic info

Breed
Australian Shepherd
Color
White
Age
1 year 5 months old, Adult
Size
Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg) (when grown)
Weight
35 lbs (current)
Sex
Female
Pet ID
575

My details

Checkmark in teal circle Good with cats
Checkmark in teal circle Spayed / Neutered
Checkmark in teal circle Housetrained

My story

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

Meet Emmie – A Special Soul with a Heart Full of Love

Emmie is a year old double merle Australian Shepherd with a heart as big as her gentle spirit. Born deaf and visually impaired, she may not experience the world quite like other dogs, but she navigates life beautifully in her own way.

Her foster says that she is, without question, one of the sweetest and gentlest dogs she's ever had. Low-energy and content with many cat naps throughout the day, Emmie is no trouble at all. She loves both people and dogs, though she can be shy and nervous when first meeting new friends. With patience, slow movements, and a gentle approach, Emmie learns to trust and soon shows her affectionate side.

Like most dogs, Emmie explores the world through her nose—sniffing people, pups, and new spaces to understand them. She responds well to gentle touches and has learned that when I pat her back, she is safe. While her vision is limited—she cannot see objects right in front of her—she can see shadows, and once she memorizes her surroundings, she zips around with surprising confidence.

Indoors and in familiar spaces, Emmie’s natural curiosity shines. She especially enjoys spending time outside during the day, soaking in all the scents and sensations. Nighttime, however, can feel a little scary for her, so a calm and reassuring environment is best.

Emmie’s manners are impeccable. She does not beg for food, jump up on people, or bark often. Instead, she prefers to quietly find a cozy spot in the home. What she does love is attention—having someone sit with her, pet her, and guide her to new places in the house. She is happiest when she’s by her human’s side.

House-trained and consistent, Emmie goes outside three times a day and has even learned the route through the house to the yard, sometimes using the doggie door. She enjoys walks—especially after carefully surveying her surroundings—and never pulls on the leash. She also delights in chew bones and bully sticks.

Emmie is truly a special dog—sweet, resilient, and full of quiet love. With the right home, she will blossom into the most loyal and tender-hearted companion you could ever hope for.

If Emmie's next home could be yours, please apply at
Aussie Rescue of the Mid-Atlantic, https://aussierescueofthemidatlantic.org/applications-2/
Rescue

Contact info

Pet ID
575
Contact
Christine Sennott
Address
Alexandria, VA 22301

Their adoption process

1.

Submit Application

2.

Interview

3.

Home Check

4.

Approve Application

5.

Meet the Pet

6.

Pay Fee

7.

Take the Pet Home

Additional adoption info

We are volunteer run and it takes us up to 2 weeks sometimes, to process applications.

Adoption application

Go meet their pets

We are foster based

More about this rescue

Aussie Rescue of the Mid-Atlantic (ARMA) is a foster-based rescue for Australian Shepherds. Our mission is to provide permanent loving homes for Aussies in need. We work collaboratively with shelters and individuals who are no longer able to care for their Aussies.

Other pets at this rescue