Australian Shepherd puppies and dogs in Monterey, California

Looks like: Australian Shepherd mix Male, 3 years old (estimated), 79 pounds Smiley Koda is a large bundle of energy and love! He is a young gentleman with a heart of gold, interested in long walks (or runs!), and is looking for his forever adventure buddy! This handsome boy would be a perfect fit for someone who is looking for a young energetic dog who enjoys exercise and lots of affection and love! Koda sits on command and could benefit from a loving, patient, and understanding guardian to teach him other basic commands and how to politely walk on leash. He gets along with other dogs but does tend to bark at them when he is out on walks to let them know he wants to play. Koda would not be a good fit in a home that has cats or children. Koda came to us after his senior guardian passed away.

Bailey is a beautiful, affectionate 9-year-old with big brown eyes, a winning smile, and the energy of a dog half her age. She loves daily walks, cuddle time, and being close to her person. Check out @its_baileybae to see her in action.She is smart and knows her commands. She loves 2 walks a day but is happy with one solid outing — a neighborhood walk, a hike, or a beach trip all work (she's not a water girl, which keeps her clean!). Get her going with a squeaky toy and she plays like a puppy.Bailey requires a child-free home — she is fearful and reactive around young children. She also does best as the only pet and would thrive with a retiree, someone who works from home, or a person who can bring her along to work.

Darcy is a goofy and lovable 3yo Australian Shepard/Bouvier de Flanders mix. She still has a lot of puppy energy but her herding breed characteristics make her eager to please and fun to train. She has the energy to play, hike, or train but settles down quickly in the house. She lives with a happy go lucky dog now and they get along well. She’d do best as an only dog or with a mellow dog in the house. Darcy cannot be housed with cats or other small animals. She’s great in the car and is crate and house trained. She can get overstimulated in public but loves running errands.

Darcy is a goofy and lovable 3yo Australian Shepard/Bouvier de Flanders mix. She still has a lot of puppy energy but her herding breed characteristics make her eager to please and fun to train. She has the energy to play, hike, or train but settles down quickly in the house or for a picnic. She lives with a happy go lucky dog now and they get along well. She’d do best as an only dog or with a mellow dog in the house. She has some guarding tendencies so if she lived with another dog, they would need to have good dog skills. Darcy cannot be housed with cats or other small animals.

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Shuman is a 2-year-old male Border Collie mix who came to us from a rural California shelter after being picked up as a stray. We don’t know what life looked like for him before the shelter, but it’s clear he may have spent time on his own or experienced some confusing interactions with people. When he first arrived, Shuman was nervous, skittish, and unsure who to trust. But from day one, he was immediately good with other dogs — a huge plus for this sensitive boy. A True Herding Dog at Heart Shuman is very much your typical herding breed: Busy mind Needs engagement Thrives with structure and purpose When he’s mentally and physically fulfilled, he shows his more relaxed side. Inclusion is everything for this boy — he wants to be part of your world, not watching from the sidelines. What Shuman Loves Playing with his foster dog siblings Walks and outdoor adventures BALL! (Did we mention he LOVES playing ball?) Being included in daily life He is playful, fun, and incredibly rewarding to engage with. When introductions are handled slowly and thoughtfully, Shuman can do well with new people. Shuman’s Ideal Home To truly thrive, Shuman needs: An experienced, patient handler A fully secured yard Someone committed to building trust with a nervous dog An active lifestyle Bonus (but strongly encouraged): A well-socialized resident dog to help him continue building confidence Another stable, people-friendly dog could be a wonderful role model for Shuman and help accelerate his progress. The Right Home Will See His Heart Shuman has so much love to give — it just needs to be unlocked in the right setting. With time, reassurance, and consistent guidance, he will be deeply loyal and devoted to his people. He is: Neutered Microchipped Up-to-date on vaccinations Shuman is long overdue for his forever home. The right family will not only change his life — they’ll gain a devoted companion who will treat them right for years to come. https://www.australianshepherdsfurever.org/adoption-application There is an additional $20 microchip fee which includes registration and transfer to his new family. All adoption fees are used for future rescue efforts. This handsome young boy is a sweet Aussie mix who is named after the kind pilot that flew himto his foster family in Auburn, CA.  Shu is a lean, tall 50 lbs., is neutered and UTD on vaccines and Heartworm/flee & tick prevention. He has quite a story… Shuman came from a Central California Shelter where he was not thriving. He was shut downand scared. Even animal control had a heck of a time trapping him off the streets. In the shelter, he was shy and wouldn’t eat or come out of the corner for affection. It was very likely he would have been euthanized had his foster parents not taken a chance to rehabilitate him. He is one lucky pup! Today, less than three months later, Shuman has blossomed. He plays well with other politedogs, loves toys, and is good on a leash. He has been learning some commands while with hisfoster family and knows Sit and Down. He is working on Stay and waiting at the thresholds. Shuman now trusts his foster mom and dad but needs time to warm up to strangers. He hasgained some confidence, and his true puppy-like personality is showing through. He has begunto walk up to neighbors for pets and treats while out on walks and greet his foster family at the door with a wagging tail. Shuman loves his balls too and will bark enthusiastically for ball play. Sometimes he entertains himself by throwing the ball up and catching it. How Aussie is that?Shu is crate trained and will need one in his new home because it’s his safe place when hefeels afraid or needs a break. In the evening, Shuman looks for something to chew on, so hiscrate is a good place for him to enjoy a chew toy or bully stick. You know the saying: You get out of a relationship what you put into it? With Shu, it will be that way. Shuman will need lots of patience with his new people. He occasionally will chew on things. He shouldn't but takes redirection well. He is not a dog you will meet and get lots of love from instantly. He says,” I am no labrador!”  He will need a secure environment with a very well fenced yard; he may try to ‘escape’ if he gets frightened so should be kept on a leash (even in the fenced yard) for the first few weeks in his new home for insurance. Shuman is afraid of quick movements and does not like loud popping noises like gunshots or chopping wood and will seek a place to hide when he hears them. This sweetie has a really good off switch and will relax most of the day but he loves to get his walkies out in the morning and evening so will do well with an active person, maybe someone who would like a running partner. No cats, chickens or other small animals please. Once Shuman learns to love and trust you, he’ll show his fun, silly nature. We think he hasmade incredible gains in a short time and will continue to be a Good Boy with the rightEXPERIENCED family. He may even ‘sit pretty’ and put his paws on you for affection which isso endearing; when he does this, you’ll know you’ve become his person. Please consider thisboy. He deserves a soft warm bed with you to cuddle with! If he sounds perfect for your family, here is the application: https://www.australianshepherdsfurever.org/adoptions There is an additional $20 microchip fee which includes registration and transfer to his new furever family.   All adoption fees are used for future rescue efforts. Shuman-Sweet and silly, but nervous initiallyCrate trained, knows basic commands (Sit, Down, Wait, Leave-it)Clever and trainableGood on a leashWill run if frightenedHard to retrieveGood with dog savvy Cats You-Very Patient handler (preferably Female)Very secure home environment and yardWilling to use a crateChildren over 8 y/o okayHave another friendly dog Hi! I’m Shuman, Cool name huh? I am named after the very kind pilot that flew me from central California to my Foster family in Auburn Ca. The flight was terrifying for me but not as bad as being left on the streets to fend for myself or the loud and scary shelter ASF rescued me from.That all seems ages ago. I’ve been with my foster family for eight months now! I love them, they are so kind and have helped me become confident and healthy. These days, I play with their dogs nicely, sleep in a comfy crate and go on trips with them. I would love to have a young dog friend to play with when I go to my new home. I am a nervous guy and having another friendly dog around who knows the ropes helps me to feel safe. I love meeting new people, and it would be so nice to meet you! I might not show you my best qualities right away though. I’ll need some time to learn to trust you, but when I do… I am certain you’ll love my goofy, fun personality. I’ve been learning about kitties and chickens and have gotten a lot better about listening to my foster parents about not chasing them when they say ‘Leave It’. I would really like to chase them though. My foster parents are careful that I don’t and they taught me to play fetch to help me get my chase needs met. And now… I LIVE for the ball! My foster parents think I had a mixed past, one of love and of some harsh treatment. They say I am adorable and think I’d been trained to do some very cute things. BUT, I am also very nervous around loud noises and quick movements, especially when people move their feet quickly. Sometimes, even the toaster frightens me and when it does, I run to my crate or hideunder the desk with my nose in the corner. I’m a really good dog if I am not bored and have a secure place to be. I like to go for walks, and I like a lot of time to sniff around and explore. I know it’s best to do this with my owner, but if they don’t take me on walks, I will go by myself given the chance. I rest well after 15 minutes or so of ball play a couple of times a day and a walk. I really like to run so would like a big secure yard to play in. I’d like to go for hikes with you but I need to be kept on a leash. I am curious and when I get frightened, I run away. Sometimes when we go for walks, I get to see other dogs and little humans. I like meeting them all and am very curious about the little humans, they seem familiar to me. I take treats nicely from them but I would also like to herd them. Foster mom thinks I’ll knock them down so she doesn’t let me play with them. From my foster mom:Shuman is a 1.5 - 2 y/o Male Border Collie mix. He weighs about 50 lbs., is neutered, microchipped and UTD on vaccines and Heartworm/flea & tick prevention. Shuman will take more time to warm up and feel comfortable in a new home than some other dogs. His new family will need to be very patient, gentle and willing to work with a trainer if needed. Experience with working dogs is also required. You’ll need to be able to keep him secure because, true to his Border Collie nature, he is clever and will find a way to escape if he feels afraid or bored. He is very difficult to retrieve if he gets loose when he is frightened. We keep him indoors (crated) or in a very secure yard when we leave the house. When we take him to new places, we keep him on a long leash until we are confident that he’ll come back to us. These days, if we keep him engaged by playing ball or other games, he stays with us. Though Shuman is sweet to children, I suspect his herding nature will be an issue so I don’t recommend he live with children younger than 8 y/o.  We think Shuman would also do best withprimarily a Female handler.If interested in Shuman please contact Australian Shepherds Furever ataustralianshepherdsfurever@gmail.com or fill out an application found herehttps://www.australianshepherdsfurever.org/adoption-application There is an additional $20 microchip fee which includes registration and transfer to his new furever family. ##2136526##

Hi, I'm Diamond! I love spending my days playing fetch and sharing sweet moments with anyone who stops by. I've got years of experience in giving friendship and joy, and I'm just waiting to share that with a forever family. I'm the perfect companion for anyone looking for a loyal and loving friend. Adopt me and let's start our journey of endless fun and companionship together! Primary Color: Black Secondary Color: White Weight: 61.6 Age: 9yrs 0mths 1wks

Hi, I'm Pee Gee! I love exploring every nook and cranny I can sniff out. I'm a pro at 'sit' and even better at cuddles. I absolutely LOVE to play fetch, and I'm always up for a new adventure. I'm outgoing and friendly, with energy to play- which would make me a fantastic family dog!Loyalty? I've got tons! Once we bond, I'll be your devoted companion.Smart, you ask? I learn new tricks quickly!If you're looking for a sweet, friendly, and independent buddy, I'm your girl. Let's start our adventure together! Primary Color: Black Weight: 59.2 Age: 5yrs 1mths 4wks