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My name is Bruce!

Posted 1 day ago | Updated 1 day ago

Cared for by Private owner (Reno, NV)
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Adoption fee: $0

My basic info

Breed
Australian Cattle Dog
Color
Tricolor (Tan/Brown & Black & White)
Age
Adult
Size
Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg) (when grown)
Weight
35 lb (current)
Sex
Male
Pet ID
8107528

My details

Alert icon Not good with kids
Alert icon Not good with dogs
Checkmark in teal circle Good with cats
Checkmark in teal circle Purebred
Checkmark in teal circle Needs experienced adopter
Checkmark in teal circle Shots current
Checkmark in teal circle Spayed / Neutered
Checkmark in teal circle Housetrained
Checkmark in teal circle Has special needs
Checkmark in teal circle Microchipped
Checkmark in teal circle Crate-trained
Checkmark in teal circle Leash-trained
Checkmark in teal circle Heartworm negative

My personality

Why I need a new home

Infant, young children or pregnancy

My story

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

Bruce is an 8‑year‑old purebred mini Queensland Heeler who thrives on structure, exercise, and having a job to do. He's incredibly smart, energetic, food‑motivated, and well trained with leash, e‑collar, crate, plus commands like sit, stay, heel, down, sit pretty, come, and more. Bruce was originally adopted by a family member who tragically passed away before he turned one, and we brought him into our home where he flourished for years.
As our family grew, reduced outdoor time and the presence of young children created stressors Bruce struggles with. He becomes overstimulated easily and prefers activity over physical touch. Bruce has a bite history, including incidents with adults, our toddler, and a boarding staff member, and he requires sedation and a muzzle for vet visits.
He needs an adult‑only, experienced home that understands herding breeds and can give him structure, exercise, and purpose. Bruce is a loyal, driven companion who shines when he has work to do.
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Private owner (Reno, NV)

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