Border Collie puppies and dogs in New Castle, Indiana

🐾💙 **MEET TRIXIE — LOOKING FOR A PATIENT HOME AND A FRESH START!** 💙🐾Meet Trixie! This beautiful 2-year-old Border Collie/Australian Cattle Dog mix is looking for someone who understands that sometimes the best things take a little extra time, patience, and love. ❤️🐶 **2 years old**🐾 **Border Collie / Australian Cattle Dog**⚖️ **54 pounds**💕 **Female**🏡 **Potty trained**🐱 Showed no interest in cats during her assessment👧 Children over 5 only due to her anxiety**A LITTLE ABOUT TRIXIE:**Trixie is a very anxious girl who can become overwhelmed by unfamiliar sights, sounds, and situations. When she gets scared, she may shut down and need time and space to feel safe.Her previous owners surrendered her following an incident involving another, smaller dog. During a particularly stressful situation involving loud outdoor work and tree cutting, Trixie became overwhelmed and redirected her fear toward the other dog.Because of this history, **TRIXIE IS NOT SUITABLE FOR A HOME WITH SMALL DOGS.** Her compatibility with other dogs has not been evaluated yet, but we will soon as we can.**WHAT SHOULD HER FUTURE FAMILY KNOW?**- She needs a calm, predictable environment.- She will need patience when adjusting to new experiences.- She is not leash trained and may freeze or refuse to walk when overwhelmed.- She would benefit from someone experienced with anxious dogs.- She needs a family willing to work with her confidence and help her feel secure.Trixie isn't necessarily the dog who will immediately run up to greet everyone or confidently explore every new place. She needs someone who understands that building trust takes time.We know Trixie has some challenges, but she deserves the opportunity to find a home that understands her needs and gives her a chance to succeed. ❤️🎉 **GOOD NEWS — TRIXIE CAN GO HOME TODAY!**Trixie is scheduled for her spay surgery on **November 30, 2026**. Her adopter can take her home now but MUST bring her back to Rushville Animal Shelter for her scheduled appointment.📍 **Rushville Animal Shelter**❤️ **Please share! The right home could make all the difference for Trixie.***Behavior and compatibility information is based on her history and shelter assessment. Her behavior in a new home may differ.*🐾 ADOPTION INFORMATION 🐾Thinking about adding a new furry family member? Here’s everything you need to know about adopting from Rushville Animal Shelter! ❤️💰 ADOPTION FEESThe adoption fee listed on each animal’s profile does not include applicable discounts.Discounts include:🏠 Rush County Residents: $50 off the listed adoption fee🎖️ Military & Senior Citizens: For animals OVER 3 years old, $75 off the listed adoption fee🐱 Adopt 2 cats/kittens: The second adoption is 50% off💕 Bonded Pairs: If two animals are a bonded pair and are required to be adopted together, the second adoption fee is 100% OFF!ADOPTION DISCOUNTS ONLY APPLY TO STANDARD ADOPTION FEES.Special Adoption Packages:Barn/Shop Cats: $25Feral/Wild Cats: FREEGolden Age Pets over 8 years of age: FREEPayment: We accept cash, check, and card. A 3% fee applies to card payments.❤️ WHAT YOUR ADOPTION FEE COVERSYour adoption fee helps cover approximately $200 worth of care per animal!Every animal receives:🐶 Dogs: At least 1 Distemper/Parvo vaccine + Bordetella vaccine🐱 Cats: At least 1 Feline Distemper vaccine💉 Rabies vaccine if the animal is fixed by us🪱 At least 1 deworming🦟 Current flea prevention🔎 Microchip✂️ Spay/neuter — either already completed or scheduled for a future appointment🏡 SAME-DAY ADOPTIONS!Yes! All animals can go home the same day. 🎉You'll need:A valid photo IDTo complete and sign a few documentsTo take home a copy of the animal's medical historyThere is NO application process.All adoptions are:✅ First-come, first-served❌ No holds — even with a donation❌ No appointments requiredJust come visit us during our normal business hours!✂️ NOT FIXED YET? HERE'S HOW IT WORKS.If an animal isn't already spayed or neutered when you adopt, you'll participate in our Foster-to-Adopt process.The animal will go home with you with a future surgery appointment already scheduled.You'll be responsible for bringing the animal back to the shelter for a 2-night stay while their surgery is completed.During Foster-to-Adopt:The shelter maintains legal ownership of the animal.You have all other responsibilities of pet ownership, including medical care.Once the animal is fixed, the microchip is registered to you and legal ownership transfers to you. ❤️This process allows us to follow Indiana law requiring adopted animals to be fixed while also helping us keep kennel space available for animals coming into the shelter.For additional information about our Foster-to-Adopt policy, please visit our website.🐕 THINKING ABOUT A DOG?Unless specifically stated on a dog's adoption profile, we do not require a meet-and-greet with every family member or household dog.However, we highly encourage it!We're happy to introduce your dog(s) to a potential new family member here at the shelter.No appointment necessary.🐱 ADOPTING A CAT OR KITTEN?Cats MUST leave the shelter in a carrier.Bring your own carrier, or purchase one from us!🏠 WANT TO TRY BEFORE YOU COMMIT?We offer home trials for dogs and cats over 6 months old for approximately one week.You do not have to pay the adoption fee upfront.If you decide the animal is the perfect fit:➡️ Return to the shelter➡️ Complete the adoption paperwork➡️ Pay the adoption fee➡️ Make it official! ❤️If you decide the animal isn't the right fit, simply bring them back to the shelter during normal business hours at any point during your trial period.🚨 We do not accept after-hours drop-offs.🐾 READY TO MEET YOUR NEW BEST FRIEND?Come visit us during our normal business hours! No application. No appointment. No holds.Just you, an animal who needs a home, and the chance to make a life-changing connection. ❤️🐾Rushville Animal Shelter📍 650 Van Sickle Street, Rushville, IN 46173📞 765-932-4754🌐 rushvilleanimalshelter.com

* Pitiful boy that is in need of a hero* Arrived at our shelter with wounds on his face and back * Is on the mend and hoping that an amazing forever home is in his future very soon* Ready for adventure at a moment`s notice, starts running the minute he is out of his kennel* Happy, excited, and friendly greeting new people* Does need some work with basic manners and training (jumps up and gets mouthy when excited)* Food motivated and eager to learn- very smart boy* Introduced to dogs at the shelter and seems a bit unsocialized* Did ok calmly existing near them on a leash, but did not enjoy interacting more than that with most* Wanted to play with a female, but had a rough, herding type of play style* Would need very slow, monitored introductions to dogs on leash if he were to live in a home with one* Curious and playful when meeting cats, seemed respectful* Children 10+ due to mouthy behaviors OzzieBorder Collie/Labrador Retriever mixMaleDOB: 9/12/2025Weight: 40.5 lbs.Heartworm NegativeOzzie`s adoption fee is $150 and includes his neuter, vaccinations, deworming, microchip, heartworm testing, and a free wellness exam. If you`re interested in meeting or adopting Ozzie, please complete an application at: inapl.org/adoption-application.

Hiya! My name is Prudence. I am a sweet girl who loves scratches from you. I do have a flea allergy which is easy to treat. I just need that extra tlc. I do know how to sit and get a treat, but I also love squeaky toys like crazy. I will cry if you don't give me the toy. I should be fine around other dogs. I do need to see if I like cats or kids. I am sweet. Give me that chance to give you love.To adopt one of our animals, please visit our shelter, open Tuesday-Friday from Noon-5pm and Saturday from Noon-4pm. You may also submit an application online from our website at http://www.HelpTheAnimalsINC.com/adopt.

Hi! My name is Banjo. I am a very sweet timid guy. I need the extra attention just to loosen up a little. I am timid when trying to get leashed, but I am not aggressive at all. I love treats an any food that comes at me. I do fine on leash and wouldn't mind going on a short walk nearby or let me roam in a play yard. I like attention and scratches on the head and back. I do fine with other dogs but a meet and greet is always a must. I should be fine around kids but prefer older children. I do need cat tested if you have cats in the home.To adopt one of our animals, please visit our shelter, open Tuesday-Friday from Noon-5pm and Saturday from Noon-4pm. You may also submit an application online from our website at http://www.HelpTheAnimalsINC.com/adopt.

Meet Sweet Dolly! Dolly's story didn't start the way every puppy's should. She came from an Amish puppy mill, where her interactions with people were very limited. But now, in her loving foster home, Dolly is discovering just how wonderful the world-and people-can be. Dolly is looking for a patient and understanding family who will give her the time she needs to continue learning and gaining confidence. In return, she has SO much love to give! Once Dolly gets to know you, there is nothing she loves more than settling in for a good belly rub. She absolutely loves other dogs! Playing outside is her favorite thing ever! She is working hard on her potty training and doing well. Her crate is her safe space when she feels unsure or overwhelmed. She sleeps comfortably in her crate at night, although I have a feeling that with time, she may decide sleeping next to her favorite human is even better! Dolly may need a little extra patience, but watching her blossom is incredibly rewarding. She is learning that hands can be gentle, people can be trusted, and life can be filled with love, belly rubs, playtime, and a family of her very own. If you have room in your heart for a sweet girl who just needs someone to believe in her, Dolly might be your perfect match. If you are interested in adopting an ARPO pet, please visit our website at arporescue.org to learn more about our adoption process and complete our adoption application. ARPO limits adoptions to within 50 miles of Indianapolis. We do not have a shelter; all pets are in volunteer foster homes.

Meet Kenny - A Little Boy With a Big Future! Kenny is a 4-month-old mixed-breed pup, possibly a Border Collie/Boston Terrier mix. Whatever his breed, one thing is certain: he has tremendous potential and so much love to give. Kenny came from an Amish breeder with very little human interaction. When he arrived in foster care, the world felt scary and unfamiliar. In just one month, though, he has made incredible progress and continues to gain confidence every day. Kenny loves pets, especially when you're sitting down. Standing people and being picked up can still make him nervous, so he'll need a patient adopter who understands that trust takes time to build. With reassurance, kindness, and consistency, Kenny continues to come out of his shell. This sweet boy enjoys chasing his sister, eating treats, and shredding empty Amazon boxes. When he's especially happy, he does the cutest little hops during playtime. Kenny is: Good with other dogs Likely to do well with cats with proper introductions Crate trained Nearly potty trained Kenny isn't looking for a perfect person, just a patient one. In return, you'll have the joy of watching a shy puppy grow into a confident, happy companion. Could you be the person who helps Kenny discover how wonderful life can be? Kenny is ready to find his forever family. Please share to help this sweet boy find the loving home he deserves! ? If you are interested in adopting an ARPO pet, please visit our website at arporescue.org to learn more about our adoption process and complete our adoption application. ARPO limits adoptions to within 50 miles of Indianapolis. We do not have a shelter; all pets are in volunteer foster homes.