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Australian Shepherd puppies and dogs in Smyrna, Delaware

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Chris

Australian Shepherd

Male, Young
CHESTERTOWN, MD
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
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Andy

Australian Shepherd

Male, Adult
CHESTERTOWN, MD
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
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Marley

Australian Shepherd

Male, Young
Newark, DE
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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Princeton

Australian Shepherd

Male, 1 yr 1 mo
Milton, DE
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Not good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Princeton  1 year old neutered mini Aussie Up to date on shots Heartworm and Lyme negative Currently on Interceptor Plus heartworm prevention  Princeton is a curious and comical one year old pup in a small package. He is a mini Aussie standing just 16 inches tall and weighing 24 lbs. Princeton had very little exposure during his puppy stage in life and spent 19 days in a shelter. We have no idea what his life was like before that except that we were told he was crated most of the time. Princeton came to ASF with a urinary tract infection and reactive to being put back in his crate. He would thrash around and try to bite the person holding the collar. This is understandable since he probably got out very little at the shelter was possibly handled with some force. He is adapting quite well to his new surroundings and loves having a stable environment. He can still be reactive when his collar is grabbed, so an adopter will need to continue to work on making it a positive experience. He does this out of fear, not aggression. He now willingly goes in his crate with a treat at night or when no one is home. He might bark for a short time but quickly settles down. Princeton’s energy is infectious, and he loves to play with his foster sisters who are twice his size (although he can play rough and needs a tolerant playmate). He would excel on a farm or with an active family with a fenced yard and some playmates. Although he is small, he still has a herd drive and has not been tested with small children, cats, or other small animals. Princeton tends to jump and play nip when excited, but he is getting much better. He does not like men but will gradually warm up to them. He will growl and bark but has never tried to bite a new person. Princeton is mostly housebroken but still has the occasional accident. He gets so excited playing with his friends; that he forgets to do his business. Usually, he is very vocal and talks to you when he wants to go out. Princeton still needs some work on leash training and basic commands and would do well in obedience or agility classes. He requires ample playtime and socialization as he is still a puppy at heart. He does have some separation anxiety so having other canine companions will help. His new owner will need to have patience with him and willing to work through his few behavioral problems. Continued training will be essential. Princeton seems to get better every day. If you can open your heart to this little fellow, please fill out an application today. He is ready for his furever home. Princeton is being fostered in Milton, DE. Here is the application: https://www.australianshepherdsfurever.org/adoption 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.
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Bianca

Australian Shepherd Schnoodle

Female, Adult
West Chester, PA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
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Story
Meet Bianca! Bianca is a 5 year old Aussie Doodle mix. Bianca was rescued from a commercial breeding facility in Lancaster County. Bianca is loving and sweet and would love to have another dog in a home. Bianca has a heart condition that requires special care. Bianca is looking for a retirement home to live out the rest of her days.
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Margarita

Australian Shepherd

Female, Puppy
West Chester, PA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
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Story
Meet Sangria, Cosmopolitan, Sazerac, and Margarita! These ladies and their brother are 12 week old Australian Shepherd mixes who were saved from a commercial breeding facility in Lancaster county due not being sold quickly enough. Sadly, this happens all the time due to the alarmingly high amount of dogs that puppy mills are constantly producing. It is simply easier for them to give the older puppies up as they don't care how much they use and abuse their breeding mothers, making them produce litter after litter. These sweethearts are understandably shy and nervous at first, but are doing a great job learning to trust new people! As with all dogs we save from puppy mills, they will need a family who is understanding and prepared to work through a period of transition with them as they learn to live in a house and around people. They will need time to trust their new family before working on training, such as house training. This should go without saying, but we require all our animals to be trained using positive reinforcement methods ONLY. Puppy mill dogs tend to do best in a home without young children as well (10+), though this determination is made on a case by case basis. These are high energy working breed dogs and will require a very active family up to the task of providing them the ample physical and mental exercise they require. Herding breed experience is strongly preferred. If you are interested in being considered for them please apply on our website at www.angelsretreat.org

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MidAtlantic Border Collie Rescue

CHESTERTOWN, MD 21620

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MidAtlantic Border Collie Rescue

CHESTERTOWN, MD 21620

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Australian Shepherds Furever - Delaware Chapter

2910 S. Archibald # A 607, Milton, DE 19968

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Angel's Retreat

West Chester, PA 19382

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Angel's Retreat

West Chester, PA 19382

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Angel's Retreat

West Chester, PA 19382

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45.4 miles

Angel's Retreat

West Chester, PA 19382

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45.4 miles

Angel's Retreat

West Chester, PA 19382

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47.7 miles

Australian Shepherds Furever - Maryland Chapter

PO Box 1676, Hurlock, MD 21643

Pet Types: dogs

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