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We'll also keep you updated on PiPi's adoption status with email updates.
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PiPi

Pomeranian

Female, Adult
Harrison, NJ
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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🐶 Rehoming Female Pomeranian – Small & Sweet Born Sept 21, 2021, 5 lbs, spayed, pure white. Bought from Korea via Instagram. She’s potty trained, knows “sit,” and is very affectionate. A great companion for someone with time and patience. ⚠️ Important: She barks at strangers or noises near the door. This has become a problem because we have a baby, and her barking often wakes or scares him. We love her very much, but need to find a new home that can better suit her needs. 📌 If you’re okay with barking and want to give her a loving home, please reach out. If not, please don’t contact. Thank you for understanding.
We'll also keep you updated on Theo's adoption status with email updates.
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Theo

Australian Shepherd

Male, 1 yr 1 mo
Newark, NJ
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Courtesy Post: Owner Surrender/Rehoming- Edison, NJ Meet Theo! He is an 1 year old Australian Shepherd and weighs 38 lbs. He is neutered, microchipped, up to date on shots, and on heartworm prevention. Theo is good with kids! He is good with most dogs, but will snap at submissive dogs. He hasn’t been tested around cats. He is housebroken and crate-trained. The owner is surrendering him because he doesn’t get along with her older dog. He needs to go ASAP! If you think you can provide a great home for Theo, please contact the owner listed below. There is a $150 rehoming fee to assure good folks with good intentions. This fee will be donated to Australian Shepherds Furever for their assistance in placing Theo. Owner’s Contact Information: Stacey at sksmom@me.com.
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Casper

Australian Shepherd

Male, 2 yrs 1 mo
Newark, NJ
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
In Ewing: Casper is a 2 year old super sweet big ball of fluff. He’s almost 60 pounds. He’s fully vetted and has been neutered. He is great with other dogs and plays with my other foster for hours. He is sweet with my 3 yr old granddaughter and plays well with the standard female. He is NOT good with cats or other small creatures like raccoons and opossums. He has had a rough start in life. His original owner is in hospice. The hospice coordinator took him to her parents but dad is in a wheelchair and he got loose and hit by a car. They paid for his leg to be fixed but knew they weren’t the right placement. Casper can run like the wind as you would expect a 2 yr old Aussie to do and needs a family to keep up with his energy. A fenced in yard is preferred. If you think Casper is perfect for your family, please fill out our application: https://www.australianshepherdsfurever.org/adoption-application There is an additioal $20 microchip fee which includes registration and transfer to his new furever family.
We'll also keep you updated on Brandy's adoption status with email updates.
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Brandy

Australian Shepherd

Female, 3 yrs 7 mos
Newark, NJ
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
We have no idea why anyone would abandon this sweet pup in a crate in the woods, but Brandy most certainly didn’t deserve to be discarded. Luckily, she was taken in by ASF and is now ready to start her new – and much better – life! Brandy is a super sweet and loving, 40lb mini Red Merle Aussie. She is completely housebroken, trustworthy in her foster home, and already knows commands like “sit”, “down”, “come”, and “give paw”. She loves going for car rides and sticking her face out the window. She is also very happy to go for walks and chase squirrels, but her excitement means she could use some work on leash pulling. She has medium energy, enjoying walks and playtime, but her favorite thing to do is be with her people. She is super affectionate and loves to snuggle. She isn’t demanding – she just wants to follow you around, lay next to you in bed or on the couch, or find a cozy spot to watch out a window. She has gotten very attached to the teen boy in her foster home and sticks to him like glue. She does very well with older kids, but hasn’t had an opportunity to meet any young children yet, so we’re not sure how she would do with all of the noise and energy. Brandy has “stranger danger”, so it takes her a bit to warm up to new people and dogs. She prefers if new people don’t approach her, but rather give her the time to work up to making the first move. But once she does, that first sniff is usually all she needs to become your next best friend. It also takes her a bit of time to get comfortable with other dogs, so slow introductions are required. She would do best with dogs that have calm, neutral energy so as not to overwhelm or scare her. Once she realizes the other dog isn’t going to hurt her, she warms up and can be friendly and playful with other well-behaved pups. Given her initial “stranger danger,” new adopters will need to be patient with her at that first meet-and-greet. Interested adopters have the option of doing an overnight with her so they can start to see the absolute sweetheart underneath the timidity once she starts to settle in. Brandy has no separation anxiety and has been left alone in her foster home for several hours without a problem. She prefers to stay out of the crate (probably given that she was abandoned in one), but she has free range of her foster home and is totally reliable. Brandy is sweet, loving, super affectionate and easy to have around. She is looking for a home that will provide her with some targeted training, be patient with her as she opens up, and give her lots of love and snuggles. Brandy is spayed, microchipped and vaccinated. She is being fostered in Flemington NJ. If Brandy sounds perfect for you, please fill out our adoption application: https://www.australianshepherdsfurever.org/adoption-application There is an additional $20 microchip fee which includes registration and transfer to her new furever family.
We'll also keep you updated on Bella's adoption status with email updates.
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Bella

Australian Shepherd

Female, 3 yrs 2 mos
Newark, NJ
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Not good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Bella, located in Cinnaminson, NJ Bella is a beautiful 3-year-old Australian Shepherd who’s looking for her perfect forever home. She’s completed both Basic and Advanced training through Complete K9 Services and is ready to thrive with someone who will continue to reinforce her solid foundation. Bella is an independent girl — a bit aloof with people and other dogs — and prefers a calm, structured environment. She’s medium energy and easygoing at home, but like many herding breeds, she benefits from mental stimulation and routine. She can be sensitive when handled abruptly around her neck, so a structured and respectful approach is key. Because of this, Bella would do best in a home without young children. Other dogs may be a fit, pending trainer approval. Bella’s ideal home is with someone committed to continuing her training, setting clear boundaries, and providing the physical and mental outlets she needs. In return, she’ll be a loyal and balanced companion Complete K9 Services is located in the greater Philadelphia area, and due to services ASF would prefer to find a adopter local to the region. If Bella sounds perfect for you, please fill out our application: https://www.australianshepherdsfurever.org/adoption-application There is an additional $20 microchip fee which includes registration and transfer to her new furever family.
We'll also keep you updated on Daphne's adoption status with email updates.
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Daphne

Australian Shepherd

Female, 2 yrs 2 mos
Newark, NJ
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
In Wayne, NJ: Daphne has been in foster with ASF for several months and despite good interest is still looking for her perfect home. Daphne was rescued, along with her siblings, from a neglectful situation where they were confined to a small space with little human contact for the first year of their lives. As a result, Daphne is looking for a special home that will understand her needs. If Daphne sounds like the dog for you, we’d love for you to apply! * Laid back, easy-going, quiet and non-demanding *Not cuddly, as she needs more time to learn how to trust and accept physical affection from people * A homebody / couch potato that isn’t keen to go adventuring (no thank you to long car rides, hiking, running, kayaking, camping, etc.) – she prefers the comfort and familiarity of her home environment * Must have another doggy companion as a playmate and to help her build confidence * Requires a fenced-in yard – her favorite pastime is playing and lounging in the yard * Use of a crate is okay for short snooze periods, but never locked and not for extended periods of time * No young children at home due to the attention she will need to come out of her shell * Someone who works from home or won’t need to leave her alone for much of the day * Someone who will give her space, time, understanding and love! Given her history, Daphne is still building trust with people, but she is doing very well and making progress every day. Any potential adopter should not be expecting lots of affection and physical contact from Daphne. She likes to follow her people around and stick close by, but it will take her time to accept lots of petting. But don't overlook this girl! Daphne is a very low maintenance dog. She is not a barker, preferring to speak with her eyes and cocked head. She's fully housebroken and uses training pads like a champion. She is not comfortable being leashed and put into a car, even though she is happy to go for rides once inside a vehicle. However, she really prefers to stay close to home, and spend time playing and lounging in her own backyard. Daphne lives with a diverse pack of dogs and has had several playdates with other pups. She has done well with every dog she has met. She would blossom with another playful dog in the home to help her learn how to trust her humans and be a dog. In the company of a playful dog she gets lost in the moment, relishing in the fun and good times. She shines and it melts your heart. Daphne has not been tested with cats. Daphne is being fostered in Wayne, NJ. The first step is to fill out our application: https://www.australianshepherdsfurever.org/adoption-application There is an additional $20 microchip fee which includes registration and transfer to her new furever family.

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Who Rescued Who Animal Rescue

North Arlington, NJ 07031

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Friends With Four Paws, East Coast

Bellevile, NJ 07109

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R & M Rockin' Rescues

P. O. Box 408, Belleville, NJ 07109

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Humane Society of Bergen County/Lost Pet Inc.

221-223 Stuyvesant Ave., Lyndhurst, NJ 07071

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

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Garden State Utopia Rescue

Lynhurst, NJ 07071

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Animal Rescue Team

508 ValleyBrook Ave., Lyndhurst, NJ 07071

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Pitter Patter Puppy House

Lyndhurst, NJ 07071

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Rutherford County Humane Society - Newark

Newark, NJ 07102

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Precious Paws Rescue

PO Box 3314, Jersey City, NJ 07306

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