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Australian Shepherd puppies and dogs in Murrieta, California

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Juniper

Australian Shepherd

Female, 2 yrs 4 mos
Murrietta, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Juni will need to be picked up in Rancho Cucamonga, CA where she is currently in foster care. Hi, I'm Juni (short for Juniper)! I'm a young, 1-year-old Miniature Aussie with a heart full of love. My world is full of wonder and curiosity. I love exploring new things and I'm a playful pup always ready for a game of fetch or a fun romp in the yard. I'm very affectionate and love to cuddle and snuggle up for a good nap or for a pet on my soft fur. My gentle nature and friendly spirit make me a great companion and I am just the right size to care for (appox 30 lbs). I've got energy to spare and a tail that won't stop wagging. But what I want most is a family to share all my love and energy with. Adopting me means boundless love, and a faithful friend forever. My adoption fee is $400 and I have an appointment to be spayed in January. Email Alphadogpetrescue@yahoo.com for an application to adopt me at I am located near Rancho Cucamonga, CA.

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Juniper

Australian Shepherd

Female, 2 yrs 4 mos
Murrietta, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Juni will need to be picked up in Rancho Cucamonga, CA where she is currently in foster care. Hi, I'm Juni (short for Juniper)! I'm a young, 1-year-old Miniature Aussie with a heart full of love. My world is full of wonder and curiosity. I love exploring new things and I'm a playful pup always ready for a game of fetch or a fun romp in the yard. I'm very affectionate and love to cuddle and snuggle up for a good nap or for a pet on my soft fur. My gentle nature and friendly spirit make me a great companion and I am just the right size to care for (appox 30 lbs). I've got energy to spare and a tail that won't stop wagging. But what I want most is a family to share all my love and energy with. Adopting me means boundless love, and a faithful friend forever. My adoption fee is $400 and I have an appointment to be spayed in January. Email Alphadogpetrescue@yahoo.com for an application to adopt me at I am located near Rancho Cucamonga, CA.
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Ava

Australian Shepherd Australian Cattle Dog

Female, 3 yrs 2 mos
Menifee, CA
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
Ava is around 3 years old, she is up to date on vaccinations, potty trained, microchipped, and spayed. Ava LOVES humans. She gets along perfectly with women, men, and children. She’s never met a human she doesn’t love. Ava will give hugs and instantly be your shadow and best friend. She’s so eager for a family of her own. Ava is deeply emotionally attuned and will make such a loving and loyal companion. As much as she loves humans, she is dog selective. But with proper introductions, she can get along very well with other dogs. Her current and trusted trainers will facilitate any introductions. We invite interested families and their dog to come meet her Topline K9 Services. Ava is often seen walking around with a stuffed animal in her mouth and tail wagging! And as much as Ava loves her stuffies, she loves humans even more. She craves human attention, bonding, and connection. She is playful, active, and protective. Ava loves to be brushed, pet, cuddled, and sitting on laps. Ava is a smart girl and knows the commands - sit, down, off, and will shake your hand like a professional! If interested in fostering or adopting Ava, please fill out our foster and adoption application.
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T-Bear

Australian Shepherd

Male, 2 mos
Temecula, CA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Needs special attention, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
I’m T-Bear. One Eye, Big Heart, Still Just a Baby Fluffball!I'm currently in California. My bags are packed, I’m ready to travel to my new home. Where are you? Are you my new family? I’ll travel to you! I’m about 2 months old and already 15 pounds, so I won’t stay little. I’m an Australian Shepherd puppy, which means I’m going to grow into a bigger, smart, active kind of dog. I was found alone in a field. Somewhere along the way, I lost one of my eyes and had surgery to remove it. That part is behind me now. What’s in front of me is everything else. I’m sweet. Really sweet. I love to be held. I’ll curl right into you like that’s where I’ve always belonged. I’m a cuddle bug through and through, even with everything I’ve been through. I’m still all puppy. I play, I chew, I explore, I fall asleep fast. I’m learning the basics from the ground up. Potty training, routines, how to listen, how to be in a home. My eye doesn’t slow me down. I move, I adjust, I figure things out. I just do life a little differently, and I’m doing just fine. With my breed, I’m going to be smart. I’ll need engagement, training, and someone who understands I won’t just be a sit-around dog. I’ll grow into that energy and need direction. Right now, I just need a place to land. Someone patientSomeone kindSomeone who sees a little puppy who’s already been through a lot and still chooses to love I’m ready to grow into my life. I just need someone to grow with me. ##2714725##
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Rudy

Australian Shepherd Belgian Malinois

Male, 1 yr 7 mos
Perris, 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 Rudy! ❤️** Rudy is a **15-month-old** young dog who came to our rescue as part of a lively litter of **11 puppies**, along with their mom. His mom’s DNA testing confirmed she is a **Malinois/German Shepherd mix**, and because the puppies all looked so different, DNA testing was done on several of them. Two siblings tested as an even mix of **Golden Retriever, German Shepherd, Husky, and Malinois**, while another tested as **50% Australian Shepherd** mixed with mom’s **Malinois/German Shepherd** lineage—making this a true multi-dad litter. While Rudy hasn’t had his own DNA test yet, his **identical-looking brother** was tested and came back as **50% Australian Shepherd**, so we expect Rudy’s mix to be very similar and place him in the **Australian Shepherd / Malinois / German Shepherd** group. Rudy is a **ball of energy** with a big personality. He loves to play and enjoys the company of other dogs, though he definitely likes to be in charge. While he’s a bit smaller than some of his siblings, he more than holds his own and keeps up just fine. Rudy is also a **total cuddle bug** who loves attention and being close to his people. He can take a little longer than his siblings to warm up to new people, but once he does, he’s completely devoted. Like his brothers and sisters, Rudy is **playful, curious, cuddly, and always sweet and loving**. Rudy is an **active dog** who will need daily exercise and regular activity to stay happy and balanced. He enjoys splashing in the kiddie pools but isn’t quite as water-obsessed as some of his siblings. He is curious about the goats at the rescue but has shown **no aggression**, and he’s shown little interest in the chickens when they’re in their coop. Rudy has not been tested with cats and does have some prey drive, so a cat-free home may be the best fit. Rudy is **potty trained**, **vaccinated, microchipped, and neutered**, and fully ready to head home. If you’re looking for an energetic, affectionate dog with a bit of confidence and a whole lot of love to give, **Rudy is ready to find his perfect family** 🐾💙
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Drake

Australian Shepherd German Shepherd Dog

Male, Puppy
Perris, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Drake! 💙 Drake is an absolute charmer with a heart as big as his smile. He loves everyone he meets and happily soaks up any attention given to him. Despite a rough start in life, Drake is a joyful, affectionate dog who has quickly learned that not all people are scary—and he’s embracing the good life with enthusiasm. Drake was found wandering a dangerous rural road, narrowly avoiding being hit multiple times. He was extremely thin, frightened, and initially wouldn’t let anyone catch him. Eventually, he chose a home where he felt safe, made himself comfortable, and once he realized the homeowners were kind and feeding him, something clicked. Drake decided people weren’t so bad after all. Sadly, he was never claimed and was likely another dog dumped in the area. The kind family who helped him reached out to us, and that’s how Drake found his way into our rescue. Since arriving, Drake has absolutely blossomed. He’s been fully vetted and vaccinated and is scheduled for his neuter and microchip on 2/12/26. He’s enjoying regular meals, gaining healthy weight, and getting to know the other dogs—doing wonderfully with them. Our vet has him at 11-12 months old. Drake is a smart, eager learner who quickly picked up where it’s appropriate to go potty. He truly wants to please his people and thrives on companionship. He’s happiest when he’s near his humans, soaking up love and being part of the action. We believe Drake may be a mix of German Shepherd with either Australian Shepherd or Belgian Malinois, which fits his intelligence, loyalty, and desire to stay connected to his people. Drake is going to make a fantastic companion for a family or individual looking for a loving, loyal dog who’s ready to start fresh and give his whole heart. If you’re looking for a resilient, affectionate dog who’s overcome the odds and is ready to love deeply, Drake is ready to find his forever home 🐾❤️
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Manchas

Australian Shepherd

Male, Young
Hemet, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Hello everyone this is Manchas, it means spots in Spanish lol. As of today he is around 2 years old and he is a very playful and loving dog. My family and I wanted to help our friends in finding a home for him and his siblings so we took him in hoping he could adjust to our suburban home since he was born in a ranch home with lots of freedom. Unfortunately, he wants and needs lots of attention that we can’t give him because of how busy my family and I are so we decided to give him up hopefully to a nice family or person that is willing to love him in the way we aren’t able to.

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Australian Shepherd shelters & rescues in Murrieta, California

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Alpha Dog Pet Rescue - Murrietta

Murrietta, CA 92564

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2.6 miles

Expand Animal Rights Now

Menifee, CA 92584

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9.2 miles

Angel Dog Alliance, NFP (CA)

Temecula, CA 92591

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13.3 miles

Land of the Dog Rescue

Perris, CA 92570

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24.5 miles

Benevolent Animal Rescue Committee

P O Box CD, Cherry Valley, CA 92223

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27.8 miles

The Little Red Dog, Inc

Lake Forest, CA 92630

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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28.2 miles

Redlands Animal Shelter

504 Kansas Street, Redlands, CA 92373

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

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28.3 miles

4theloveofdogs

Oceanside, CA 92057

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28.4 miles

Doggie Bonez, Inc 501c3 Non Profit

San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675

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29 miles

Riverside County Animal Control - Riverside Shelter

6851 Van Buren Blvd, Jurupa Valley, CA 92509

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

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