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Border Collie puppies and dogs in Vista, California

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Bud-E

Border Collie Spaniel (Unknown Type)

Male, Senior
Oceanside, CA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
How this pet arrived:Bud-E was brought in by a community member on September 13, 2026. Why this pet is the one for you:Looking for your new best bud? Meet Bud-E, a sweet, mellow gentleman whose absolute favorite hobby is perfecting the art of the afternoon nap! While he can be a little timid at first, this friendly boy has been wonderfully amenable with our team and has warmed up quickly. According to his previous owner's family, he is already housetrained and has done well with other dogs. Bud-E came to us after his owner passed away, and he is now dreaming of a cozy home where he can simply hang out and soak up lots of extra TLC. He is currently carrying some extra weight and managing arthritis, so he appreciates a little lift from a walking sling to help him get around while he works on his fitness journey (and no stairs, please!). Our medical team is happy to chat with you about his mobility needs and other age-related care so you can help this darling companion feel his very best. If your home is missing a professional nap partner and your heart has room for a big sweetheart, come on down and ask to meet Bud-E today! At SDHS:Bud-E has been vaccinated, microchipped and neutered. He is now ready for adoption! Primary Color: Black Secondary Color: White Weight: 127.8 Age: 9yrs 6mths 2wks
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Shadow

Border Collie Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 3 yrs 9 mos
Oceanside, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Shadow is a high drive working breed border collie who needs someone with breed experience (preferred). Fulfillment requirements: She will need more than just an hour long walk a day to meet her physical requirements. She currently bikes, hikes, and loves to swim. She is also well versed in carrying a weighted pack on her hikes, which helps her tune into her body and slow her mind. She's an athletic girl and needs someone to match that lifestyle. Sociability (Dog preferences): Shadow is dog selective. She would be perfectly fine in a home with no other dogs but would also do ok if she found a home with the right dog for her. No little dogs or other small animals though. She doesn't enjoy every dog but enjoys most in the proper introductions are taken. She doesn't enjoy chaos with other dogs but loves to partake in structured pack activities. She is NOT a dog park or high-energy daycare type dog. Training: She's crate trained and sleeps, eats and rests in one daily. She's highly intelligent and learns quickly. She is well versed in basic obedience cues: sit, down, stand, stay, recall, place, middle, and loose leash walking. She does not enjoy being approached, touched or spoken to by strangers but has increased her thresholds for tolerance by quite a lot. She can navigate public spaces with the proper guidance but is probably never going to be a "coffee shop" dog. Shadow's Adoption fee is $250 and includes spay, microchip and current vaccinations. To fill out an adoption application, visit https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/SSP-A-844 To follow Shadow on her journey to a loving family on SPOT's Facebook page, visit https://facebook.com/spotsavespets/ and on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/spotsavespets/
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Urgent! Please Save Me

Border Collie

Female, 1 yr 1 mo
San Marcos, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
WE ARE COURTESY POSTING THIS DOG FOR THE MORENO VALLEY ANIMAL SHELTER TO HELP THEM FIND A HOME. The shelter is severely overcrowded and desperately needs help finding adopters. Dogs are being turned in higher numbers than the shelter can accommodate; therefore, many are losing their lives simply due to a lack of cage space. We are helping get the word out about their immediate need. Please save this deserving pooch and clear a kennel for another dog in need today! This beautiful dog is located in the Moreno Valley shelter. Shelter needs to clear kennels. They are over capacity and all available dogs are in urgent need. Please visit or email the shelter directly to adopt. Shelter staff named me ALIX and I am a spayed female, black and white Border Collie mix. The shelter thinks I am about 1 year and 1 month old. I weigh approximately 30.00 lbs. SEE MORE VIDEOS AND PHOTOS HERE: https://myalbum.com/album/84Sf9yvzqXgRRA/ STAFF NOTES: * Alix knows sit * Alix takes treats gently * Alix loves chin scritches and belly rubs * Alix did well on her temperament test with a neutered German Shepherd Moreno Valley Animal Shelter 14041 Elsworth Street, Moreno Valley, CA 92553 951-413-3790 Adoption hours: Tuesday - Friday 10 am - 5 pm Saturday 10:30 am - 3:30 pm Closed Sunday-Monday and Holidays
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CASPER

Border Collie

Male, 5 yrs
Carlsbad, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
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Arlo

Border Collie Golden Retriever

Male, 1 yr
Escondido, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
🐾💛 Meet Arlo — The Perfect Companion! 💛🐾 Arlo is a gorgeous 1-year-old Border Collie/Golden Retriever mix, weighing approximately 45 pounds, and he may just be the perfect dog! Arlo is sweet, loving, calm, and incredibly easy to enjoy. He truly loves being around his people and is also wonderful with other dogs. He has a gentle, happy personality and simply enjoys being part of the family. He is house-trained, crate-trained, and walks beautifully on a leash. Arlo is the kind of dog who can fit into so many adventures. He would love going for walks, exploring new places, hiking, or simply relaxing at home next to his favorite people. His ideal home would have a nice, secure yard where he can safely enjoy some playtime and sunshine. Another friendly dog would be wonderful for him because Arlo genuinely enjoys canine companionship. We are looking for a family where someone is home during the day, such as someone who works from home or is retired. Older children only, please. Arlo is truly an amazing dog—a loyal, affectionate, well-mannered companion who is ready to share his life with someone special. He doesn’t need a complicated life; he just needs a loving family who will include him in their everyday adventures and cherish him forever. ❤️ 🏡 Arlo’s ideal home: • 1-year-old Border Collie/Golden Retriever mix • Approximately 45 pounds • Sweet, calm, loving, and friendly • Wonderful with people and other dogs • House-trained and crate-trained • Walks well on leash • Secure yard • Another dog companion preferred • Someone home during the day — retired or work-from-home • Older children only • A family ready for walks, hikes, adventures, and lots of love. If interested go to www.goldenstatedorescue.org and fill out the adoption application for him ✨ Arlo is ready to be someone’s best friend, adventure buddy, and loya
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Rover

Border Collie

Male, Adult
Escondido, CA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
How this pet arrived:This pet was brought in by our Humane Law Enforcement team on September 14, 2026. Why this pet is the one for you:Meet Rover, a sweet and gentle pup looking for a loving new home! Rover can be a bit shy with new faces and spaces and appreciates some extra time to build trust. Once he feels comfortable, he blossoms into an affectionate, goofy companion. Hint: Rover is pretty food motivated, so give him some treats and he'll be your new best friend! Because of his shy nature, he may thrive best in a lower-traffic household willing to take things slow. If you're ready to give Rover the love and care he deserves, speak to an adoption counselor to learn more today! At SDHS:This pet has been vaccinated, microchipped and spayed/neutered. This pet is now ready for adoption! Primary Color: Tan Secondary Color: Black Weight: 36 Age: 7yrs 8mths 1wks

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Honey

Australian Cattle Dog German Shepherd Dog

Female, Adult
Vista, CA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Honey is 7.5 years old, 75lbs, and 45% German Shepard, 45% Australian Cattle Dog, & 10% other. She's energetic, loving, and very sweet. She loves to play fetch and is very smart, despite thinking she's the size of a lap dog. She prefers to be an only dog (as she gets jealous wanting all the love & kisses to herself), but does get along well with her furbrother, Zeus. She will bark at other dogs on a walk, but is truly just a big baby when she's off leash. She currently lives in a house with a toddler and is great with her. Lastly, she is high energy, so she would not be well suited in an apartment.

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Border Collie shelters & rescues in Vista, California

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3.9 miles

SPOT (Saving Pets One at a Time)

3784 Mission Ave Ste 148-356, Oceanside, CA 92058

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Shelter

3.9 miles

San Diego Humane Society - Oceanside Campus (Cats and Small Animals)

572 Airport Road, Oceanside, CA 92058

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs, farm animals, horses, rabbits, reptiles, small animals

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Rescue

4.4 miles

Saving Shelter Pets of CA

San Marcos, CA 92069

Pet Types: dogs

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Shelter

6.7 miles

San Diego County Department of Animal Services - North Region

2481 Palomar Airport Road, Carlsbad, CA 92009

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rescue

9.9 miles

Golden State Dog Rescue

Escondido, CA 92029

Pet Types: dogs

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Shelter

11.3 miles

San Diego Humane Society - Escondido Campus

3500 Burnet Drive, Escondido, CA 92027

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs, farm animals, horses, rabbits, reptiles, small animals

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Rescue

11.9 miles

Baja Dog Rescue

Cardiff, CA 92007

Pet Types: dogs

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Rescue

12.5 miles

Wet Noses Rescue

San Diego, CA 92067

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rescue

16.6 miles

Thrive Animal Rescue, Inc.

San Diego, CA 92130

Pet Types: dogs

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Rescue

16.9 miles

Del Mar Dog Rescue

9921 Carmel Mountain Rd #231, San Diego, CA 92129

Pet Types: dogs

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