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Australian Cattle Dog puppies and dogs in Des Moines, Iowa

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These Australian Cattle Dogs are available in Des Moines, Iowa.
We'll also keep you updated on Tatiana's adoption status with email updates.
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Tatiana

Australian Cattle Dog Mixed Breed (Large)

Female, 3 yrs 5 mos
Des Moines, IA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Meet Tatiana! 🌟This stunning 2-year-old, 40-pound Carolina Dog/Cattle Dog mix is ready to start a new chapter—and she’s hoping it’s with you! With her graceful frame and regal features, we wouldn’t be surprised if there’s a little Pharaoh Hound in her lineage too. (We’d love if her future family did a DNA test and shared the results!) Tatiana was rescued just in time with her puppies when their time was up at the shelter. She was a devoted mama, and now that her pups are weaned and thriving, it’s finally her turn to be doted on. She’s gentle, loving, and friendly with everyone she meets—dogs and humans alike! Tatiana loves playing and romping with her doggy friends but also has a calm, sweet side that makes her the perfect companion. Ready to give a deserving mama the happily-ever-after she’s earned? Tatiana can’t wait to meet you.
We'll also keep you updated on Kennadee's adoption status with email updates.
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Kennadee

Australian Cattle Dog Australian Shepherd

Female, 1 yr 8 mos
Des Moines, IA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
🌟🐾 Meet Kennadee– The Rockstar Tripod! This gorgeous girl is an 18-month-old Aussie/Red Heeler mix who doesn’t let missing a leg slow her down one bit! Kennadee weighs about 38 pounds and has the biggest heart and happiest spirit. 💉 Spayed and ready for her forever home 🏠 Crate trained, fully potty trained & potty pad trained 🐾 Loves other dogs (just a little too focused on the tiny ones sometimes!) 🚗 Loves car rides & walks 🛋 Loves to be rocked in a chair and snuggle with her humans 🐕‍🦺 Sleeps all night & alerts when she needs a potty break 💪 Takes a daily supplement to keep her strong and active Kennadee is the total package — smart, loyal, playful, and full of love. She’s the kind of dog that makes every day brighter! She loves belly rubs, zoomies in the yard, and being near her people. Kennadee would do best in a home without young children. This tripod superstar will steal your heart and never give it back. 💜
We'll also keep you updated on Aether's adoption status with email updates.
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Aether

Australian Cattle Dog

Male, Adult
Des Moines, IA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
- Busy pup who loves to connect with people through play and other activities; will likely enjoy physical activity and mental challenges to keep his body and brain busy- Loves to learn and has great focus - especially if you have treats - so would be a lot of fun to train - Recently spent some time playing in our dog park and LOVED the agility course - Already knows several skills, including come, down, shake, sit and stay- Would probably love a home with a big yard where he can run and play - Tends to be socially awkward with other dogs (dog intro required)All adoptable dogs and puppies are spayed/neutered, microchipped and up to date on vaccinations (rabies and DA2PPV as appropriate for their age)The ARL's shelter software requires that we choose a primary breed for our dogs. Visual breed identification in dogs is unreliable, so for most dogs we are only guessing at primary breed. We get to know each dog as an individual and do our best to describe each of our dogs based on personality, not breed label. Primary Color: Tri Color Weight: 46 Age: 5yrs 1mths 3wks
We'll also keep you updated on Gretel JuM/JA's adoption status with email updates.
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Gretel JuM/JA

Australian Cattle Dog Anatolian Shepherd

Female, 1 yr
Clive, IA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Meet Gretle (aka Liza Jean) This adorable little masked bandit will steal your heart and your blanket- and no she is NOT wearing a mask! That is her gorgeous coloring!! She's so full of love and energy in an adorable little package. Her foster mom says, "She's been an amazing playmate for our dog! She will play hard and love hard. She just seems to know when I need extra love- I have had some medical issues lately so TONS of cuddles from this wonderful pup. It's not a typical kind of cuddle, she has her OWN love language. The little darling will snuggle her head on me with her butt in the air- the whole cuddle session. When she's satisfied she's given enough love, she'll flop down asking for her OWN belly rubs. This kiddo can't get enough of em. She's gotten along with my dogs and with supervision she's learning to be ok with my cats. We're still working on the cats part. She just so so so wants to have her own family who will play with her, let her cuddle them and then give her the celebratory belly rubs. Not TOO much to ask for this very smart and very happy girl!" Local adoption fee is $250 (in TX) Out of state adoption fee is $550 (includes transport to your area)
We'll also keep you updated on Gabe's adoption status with email updates.
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Gabe

Australian Cattle Dog

Male, 1 yr
Clive, IA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
I'm Gabe. I'm a good boi looking for a home where I will be loved. I'm likely part Australian Cattle Dog and that means I want to be attached to my person or people and spend a lot of time with them. Do you have such a place as I'm dreaming about? If you're interested in adopting me, fill out an adoption application online at www.polkcountyhumanesociety.org/adopt where you will also find a link to reserve me for an appointment. Some pets are in foster homes or may already have an appointment scheduled, so the appointment is important to make sure I will be available to meet you when you come. Polk County Humane Society is located in Bolivar, Missouri, but also makes transports to the Denver, CO, Des Moines, IA and St. Louis areas twice monthly. For potential adopters in those areas, we can do a virtual visit using FaceTime or another app. Just request an appointment using the same link, but note that you want the visit to be virtual. We will call you at the time of the visit once it is confirmed. For long distance transports to Colorado and Iowa, there is an additional $100 fee to cover the cost of the transport ($65) and a health certificate from a veterinarian ($35). For transports to St. Louis, the additional fee is $50 to help cover gas. Going that last mile home for our sweet pets! All of our pets are neutered or spayed, have vaccinations appropriate for their age, treated with flea/tick/heartworm prevention, dewormed and dogs are also microchipped. #adoptdontshop ##2603748##
We'll also keep you updated on Sterling JuM's adoption status with email updates.
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Sterling JuM

Australian Cattle Dog American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, 2 mos
Clive, IA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs,
Story
Have you seen our mom??? We think she may be tired of feeding us, lol... we are kinda like shark puppies! But we weren't ALWAYS like that! Our mama LOVED to be with us and protect us, while we were living on the streets... but NOW, she is TIRED! We can't blame her, feeding ALL of us ALL THE TIME can become onerous, ESPECIALLY with our sharp puppy teeth! However, we promise not to harass our new families with our shark teeth :) So here we are, waiting..... looking for nice families who want to make us their own. We have such cute and fun personalities! We are good with everyone we meet and promise you too :) Look at our SUPER CUTE faces, how can you resist?? Local adoption fee is $250 (in TX) Out of state adoption fee is $550 (includes transport to your area)

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These Australian Cattle Dogs are available for adoption close to Des Moines, Iowa.
We'll also keep you updated on Tatiana's adoption status with email updates.
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Tatiana

Australian Cattle Dog Mixed Breed (Large)

Female, 3 yrs 5 mos
Des Moines, IA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Meet Tatiana! 🌟This stunning 2-year-old, 40-pound Carolina Dog/Cattle Dog mix is ready to start a new chapter—and she’s hoping it’s with you! With her graceful frame and regal features, we wouldn’t be surprised if there’s a little Pharaoh Hound in her lineage too. (We’d love if her future family did a DNA test and shared the results!) Tatiana was rescued just in time with her puppies when their time was up at the shelter. She was a devoted mama, and now that her pups are weaned and thriving, it’s finally her turn to be doted on. She’s gentle, loving, and friendly with everyone she meets—dogs and humans alike! Tatiana loves playing and romping with her doggy friends but also has a calm, sweet side that makes her the perfect companion. Ready to give a deserving mama the happily-ever-after she’s earned? Tatiana can’t wait to meet you.
We'll also keep you updated on Kennadee's adoption status with email updates.
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Kennadee

Australian Cattle Dog Australian Shepherd

Female, 1 yr 8 mos
Des Moines, IA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
🌟🐾 Meet Kennadee– The Rockstar Tripod! This gorgeous girl is an 18-month-old Aussie/Red Heeler mix who doesn’t let missing a leg slow her down one bit! Kennadee weighs about 38 pounds and has the biggest heart and happiest spirit. 💉 Spayed and ready for her forever home 🏠 Crate trained, fully potty trained & potty pad trained 🐾 Loves other dogs (just a little too focused on the tiny ones sometimes!) 🚗 Loves car rides & walks 🛋 Loves to be rocked in a chair and snuggle with her humans 🐕‍🦺 Sleeps all night & alerts when she needs a potty break 💪 Takes a daily supplement to keep her strong and active Kennadee is the total package — smart, loyal, playful, and full of love. She’s the kind of dog that makes every day brighter! She loves belly rubs, zoomies in the yard, and being near her people. Kennadee would do best in a home without young children. This tripod superstar will steal your heart and never give it back. 💜
We'll also keep you updated on Aether's adoption status with email updates.
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Aether

Australian Cattle Dog

Male, Adult
Des Moines, IA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
- Busy pup who loves to connect with people through play and other activities; will likely enjoy physical activity and mental challenges to keep his body and brain busy- Loves to learn and has great focus - especially if you have treats - so would be a lot of fun to train - Recently spent some time playing in our dog park and LOVED the agility course - Already knows several skills, including come, down, shake, sit and stay- Would probably love a home with a big yard where he can run and play - Tends to be socially awkward with other dogs (dog intro required)All adoptable dogs and puppies are spayed/neutered, microchipped and up to date on vaccinations (rabies and DA2PPV as appropriate for their age)The ARL's shelter software requires that we choose a primary breed for our dogs. Visual breed identification in dogs is unreliable, so for most dogs we are only guessing at primary breed. We get to know each dog as an individual and do our best to describe each of our dogs based on personality, not breed label. Primary Color: Tri Color Weight: 46 Age: 5yrs 1mths 3wks
We'll also keep you updated on Gretel JuM/JA's adoption status with email updates.
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Gretel JuM/JA

Australian Cattle Dog Anatolian Shepherd

Female, 1 yr
Clive, IA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Meet Gretle (aka Liza Jean) This adorable little masked bandit will steal your heart and your blanket- and no she is NOT wearing a mask! That is her gorgeous coloring!! She's so full of love and energy in an adorable little package. Her foster mom says, "She's been an amazing playmate for our dog! She will play hard and love hard. She just seems to know when I need extra love- I have had some medical issues lately so TONS of cuddles from this wonderful pup. It's not a typical kind of cuddle, she has her OWN love language. The little darling will snuggle her head on me with her butt in the air- the whole cuddle session. When she's satisfied she's given enough love, she'll flop down asking for her OWN belly rubs. This kiddo can't get enough of em. She's gotten along with my dogs and with supervision she's learning to be ok with my cats. We're still working on the cats part. She just so so so wants to have her own family who will play with her, let her cuddle them and then give her the celebratory belly rubs. Not TOO much to ask for this very smart and very happy girl!" Local adoption fee is $250 (in TX) Out of state adoption fee is $550 (includes transport to your area)
We'll also keep you updated on Gabe's adoption status with email updates.
Photo of Gabe

Gabe

Australian Cattle Dog

Male, 1 yr
Clive, IA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
I'm Gabe. I'm a good boi looking for a home where I will be loved. I'm likely part Australian Cattle Dog and that means I want to be attached to my person or people and spend a lot of time with them. Do you have such a place as I'm dreaming about? If you're interested in adopting me, fill out an adoption application online at www.polkcountyhumanesociety.org/adopt where you will also find a link to reserve me for an appointment. Some pets are in foster homes or may already have an appointment scheduled, so the appointment is important to make sure I will be available to meet you when you come. Polk County Humane Society is located in Bolivar, Missouri, but also makes transports to the Denver, CO, Des Moines, IA and St. Louis areas twice monthly. For potential adopters in those areas, we can do a virtual visit using FaceTime or another app. Just request an appointment using the same link, but note that you want the visit to be virtual. We will call you at the time of the visit once it is confirmed. For long distance transports to Colorado and Iowa, there is an additional $100 fee to cover the cost of the transport ($65) and a health certificate from a veterinarian ($35). For transports to St. Louis, the additional fee is $50 to help cover gas. Going that last mile home for our sweet pets! All of our pets are neutered or spayed, have vaccinations appropriate for their age, treated with flea/tick/heartworm prevention, dewormed and dogs are also microchipped. #adoptdontshop ##2603748##
We'll also keep you updated on Sterling JuM's adoption status with email updates.
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Sterling JuM

Australian Cattle Dog American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, 2 mos
Clive, IA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs,
Story
Have you seen our mom??? We think she may be tired of feeding us, lol... we are kinda like shark puppies! But we weren't ALWAYS like that! Our mama LOVED to be with us and protect us, while we were living on the streets... but NOW, she is TIRED! We can't blame her, feeding ALL of us ALL THE TIME can become onerous, ESPECIALLY with our sharp puppy teeth! However, we promise not to harass our new families with our shark teeth :) So here we are, waiting..... looking for nice families who want to make us their own. We have such cute and fun personalities! We are good with everyone we meet and promise you too :) Look at our SUPER CUTE faces, how can you resist?? Local adoption fee is $250 (in TX) Out of state adoption fee is $550 (includes transport to your area)

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

Australian Shepherd Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Female, 1 mo
Des Moines, IA
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats,
Story
What are you wishing for in 2026? The last 4 of the New Year’s Resolutions litter are hoping for their forever homes! Expected to be around 50 pounds full grown, the girls (Calm, Prosperity, and Kindness) and the last boy (Health) are super playful happy puppies. They’d made perfect family companions for anyone looking for a big loving dog!
We'll also keep you updated on Milkyway aka Zeke CS's adoption status with email updates.
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Milkyway aka Zeke CS

Australian Shepherd Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 1 yr 6 mos
Clive, IA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Introducing Zeke, a truly remarkable pup whose heartwarming spirit and playful energy are ready to light up a new home. Zeke is a handsome, resilient boy who, through no fault of his own, found himself searching for a new home. He's more than ready to embark on his next chapter, seeking a loving, forever family to call his own. Zeke is a bundle of joyful energy, known for his silliness and ability to bring a smile to anyone's face. While he may start off shy, it doesn't take long for his true personality to shine through. He quickly becomes an enthusiastic playmate who thrives on the company of other dogs and will gleefully encourage them to play. Zeke is a smart and well-mannered companion. He is potty-trained and comfortable in his crate. He also knows basic commands like "sit" and "go to your room," and his eagerness to please makes him a joy to train further. While he’s working on managing his excitement (which sometimes results in enthusiastic leaps!), his good intentions are always clear. Walks are a highlight of his day, offering him a chance to explore and burn off some of that youthful energy. His barks will let you know precisely when he needs to go outside or when he hears you approaching the door. If you’re seeking an active, affectionate, and charming dog who promises boundless love and entertainment, Zeke could be the perfect addition to your home. Local adoption fee is $200(in TX) Out of state adoption fee is $450 (includes transport to your area)
We'll also keep you updated on Asta KR's adoption status with email updates.
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Asta KR

Blue Lacy/Texas Lacy Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 5 yrs 9 mos
Clive, IA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
My given name from my foster mom is exactly who I am. Asta... this name means "divine strength", "love", and "star-like". I was abandoned by my first family on the side of the highway for a few months with my sister Kinsley. She was my protector during that time. I was terribly traumatized by being abandoned. Today I'm a shining star with beautiful grey eyes that match my coat. I like to play and go on backyard adventures with my sister and dog foster family. I like everyone and get along with other dogs and I'm a bit submissive and respectful towards everyone. I have beautiful pleading grey eyes that draw attention and make most ppl say awwwww and have a low key nature about me. We love each other very much and want to stay together for life! Please find it in your heart to adopt us together! We promise years of love and fun :) Local adoption fee together is $300 (in TX) Out of state adoption fee together is $600 (includes transport to your area, $50 temporary fuel fee will be included)

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Australian Cattle Dog shelters & rescues in Des Moines, Iowa

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1.2 miles

Charming Pet Rescue - IA Transport Stop

Des Moines, IA 50309

Pet Types: dogs

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Shelter

2.7 miles

Animal Rescue League of Iowa Inc.

5452 NE 22nd St, Des Moines, IA 50313

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

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Rescue

6 miles

God's Dogs Rescue of TX for IA Transport Stop

Clive, IA 50325

Pet Types: dogs

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Shelter

6 miles

Polk County Humane Society (in Missouri) - Iowa Transport

11101 University Ave Ste B, Clive, IA 50325

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rescue

6.8 miles

Forever Home Dog Rescue

Johnston, IA 50131

Pet Types: dogs

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Shelter

43.7 miles

Almost Home Animal Rescue - IA

118 East Lincoln Ave, Chariton, IA 50049

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Shelter

47.4 miles

Animal Rescue League of Marshalltown

1921 Taylor Avenue, Marshalltown, IA 50158

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs

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Shelter

47.6 miles

PAWS of Greene County

1700 Doreen Wilber Drive, Jefferson, IA 50129

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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