My name is 1015 Dandy!

Dandy is being fostered in Arlington Heights IL

Introducing Dandy!  This gorgeous hunk is a one-year-old male black tri Australian Shepherd who weighs about 40 pounds and has a huge heart packed into a fun, goofy package. He’s affectionate, playful, and deeply attached to his people. Dandy is a Velcro dog who wants to be wherever you are.  He came to rescue because he was found as a stray in a rural part of MO.  The finder reached out after exhausting all avenues to try to find his humans.  He got his name because the volunteer that evaluated him before intake said how Dandy he was! We just think he is delightful and still learning about the world around him.  

Personality & energy

• Playful, goofy, and very loving


• High energy but settles nicely after playtime (off switch)


• Loves to run, jump, and zoom around


• Enjoys quietly watching neighbors out the window


• Loves cuddling and sleeping "sunny side up" (belly-up)


• Would be a great fit for an active home and we recommend a home that has some experience with Aussies or other herding dogs. 

People & other pets

• Fantastic with other dogs and would love a canine buddy. Dandy loves playing with the other dog in his foster home. He has not been tested with cats. 


• Can be nervous/unsure with new people at first, but warms up quickly with treats. He is totally food motivated!


• Can get overwhelmed in high-activity environments (like cleaning or having visitors) and will go to his crate to feel safe. 


• Would do best with children over 12 who can give him space to decompress and feel safe when needed. 


• Very affectionate - expect hugs, kisses, and constant pawing for pets. Super affectionate stud muffin! 

Training & daily life

• Has standard puppy energy but very well behaved for a young pup (house-trained, not destructive, doesn’t chew).


• Often will jump up or on people to greet them, but he is learning to sit for attention and picks up on skills very quickly! 


• Enjoys car rides and sits very nicely in the back of cars. 


• Good leash manners, though he does believe every smell deserves a moment to investigate. Sniff walks are SO important for enrichment!


• Seems to have great recall but is very fast so a fenced in yard would be helpful.


• Loves his crate for relaxation and bedtime, but gets a little nervous when left alone in a crate or room. He will bark/cry, though a long-lasting chew or enrichment toy can sometimes help him settle.


• He does very well when left to free roam with another dog while his people are away. 

Ideal Home 

• Dandy would do best in a home excited to share life and continue training an affectionate, high-energy dog who wants to be part of everything. 


• His new family should be familiar with the traits of herding breeds and prepared for his bursts of energy. He is very smart/agile and would do wonderfully in training or agility classes! 


• A fenced yard would be a great outlet for his zoomies, but he’d be just as happy burning energy through daily walks, playtime, and training.


• He’d love a canine buddy to learn from and play with

• He'll thrive with a patient family willing to work through his separation anxiety and help him gain confidence around new people

• Above all, Dandy is looking for a home that's ready for a loyal shadow and devoted lifelong companion.

Dandy MUST have a crate in his forever home because he likes it and its his safe space.  Dandy SHOULD have someone familiar with the breed that is willing to continue positively socializing him with the world.  Dandy WOULD love a canine compantion, a fenced yard and someone that understands Aussies. 

Dandy is neutered, up-to-date on all vaccinations, heartworm negative, microchipped and receiving monthly preventatives for fleas, ticks and heartworms.  Proof of heartworm prevention for any current or previous pets is required to adopt from our organization.  For more information on our adoption process or to complete an adoption application, please visit our website at www.MidwestAustralianShepherdRescue.org.

NOTE:  All of our dogs live in foster homes with volunteers so we need an approved application on file to set up a meet with a dog you might have an interest in.  Please visit our website for more information on our adoption process, our adoption fees and a link to our adoption application.  We pride ourselves on matches that work for both the dog and your family.  MASR is here for your support, advice and safety net for our dogs for the remainder of their lives.  www.MidwestAustralianShepherdRescue.org