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Australian Shepherd puppies and dogs in Elsmere, Kentucky

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These Australian Shepherds are available in Elsmere, Kentucky.
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Joker

Australian Shepherd

Male, Senior
Erlanger, KY
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,
Story
Received him from a family friend that had a baby and cared for him for the past two and a half years. Great dog. Very sweet and happy to live life. Loves to go on walks and lay around. We are moving and the new apartments are not dog friendly. Please help me find him a good home!
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Joker

Australian Shepherd

Male, Senior
Elsmere, KY
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
12 year old Australian shepherd. He lives a sedentary lifestyle. Doesn’t play with toys. Enjoys walks.

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Joker

Australian Shepherd

Male, Senior
Erlanger, KY
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,
Story
Received him from a family friend that had a baby and cared for him for the past two and a half years. Great dog. Very sweet and happy to live life. Loves to go on walks and lay around. We are moving and the new apartments are not dog friendly. Please help me find him a good home!
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Joker

Australian Shepherd

Male, Senior
Elsmere, KY
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
12 year old Australian shepherd. He lives a sedentary lifestyle. Doesn’t play with toys. Enjoys walks.
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Pippi Longstocking

Australian Shepherd

Female, Adult
Newport, KY
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Please welcome this sweet girl to SAAP! Like many of the pups that we rescue, Pippy has been through a lot!! Pippy came to SAAP with her eight - one week old babies. Shortly after her arrival, we discovered she had coccidia, Giardia, worms AND parvo.  This meant that she had to go for treatment and stay at the vet’s office while we tried to bottle feed the puppies. Sadly, all the pups passed away as they had been exposed to parvo as well.  Pippy managed to survive the parvo - only to find out that she was also heartworm positive. So, she began treatment for that too which requires 30 days of crate rest to keep the heart rate down.  After everything she has been through, Pippy is now healthy and ready to find her very deserving furever home!! Approximately 50 pounds  potty trained Very gentle and submissive  LOVES attention  Pippy is not dog aggressive but she seems nervous and scared when other dogs get close to her.  September 1, 2026, 8:51 pm
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Monty JuM*

Australian Shepherd Collie

Male, 3 yrs 5 mos
Cincinnati, OH
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Monty is a great name for a great dog like me ;) I have the Monty Python kind of humor... goofy and sweet! But, don't mess with my crate! That really is my only "pet: peeve!! I was found on the streets 2 years ago and was adopted as a pup... however, I became the boss in the house and didn't like anyone entering the house that I didn't know :( SO..... Back to the rescue, because they won't give up on me!! So here I am and I have really adjusted to the environment and new people meeting me and treats and lots of love. AND the crew here basically has determined that I need a family/adopters that will be in charge of the house. Someone I can trust to protect me so I don't have to!! I am vocal in my crate, so my crate needs to be away from the common areas so I can relax and not meet everyone that stops by. Once I settle into my new home I will follow your lead! I am a gorgeous boy, with caramel and milk chocolate highlights in my soft fur. I want to please my family and go on all kinds of adventures! I am awesome out and about, meeting new people and new friends :D I hope you will look into my eyes, the windows to my soul, and see the HOPE I have to find my own home again! The rescue is great because I got a second chance, but I REALLY want a home!! Local adoption only $300 (in TX)
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Phantom JuM

Australian Shepherd Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 3 mos
Cincinnati, OH
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Phantom is a big, sweet, happy-go-lucky boy with the confidence of a professional athlete... and the coordination of someone who just discovered his legs yesterday. He's bigger than all of his puppy roommates and firmly believes he is very fast and extremely agile. We see no reason to ruin that for him. Phantom approaches life with enthusiasm. Somewhere along the way, he learned how to pounce, and it has now become his signature move. See another puppy minding their own business? POUNCE. Wrestling match initiated. He absolutely loves other dogs, although the concept of personal space is still very much a work in progress. It's never rude in Phantom's mind—he's just delighted you're here and assumes you must want 100 pounds of friendship immediately. He's also a certified water baby. Kiddie pool? Absolutely. Water bowl? Close enough. If there's water available, Phantom will find a way to play in it. We have a feeling this boy could grow up to be an excellent lake buddy for a family who loves outdoor adventures. When he's not perfecting his pounce or splashing around, Phantom is preparing for his future career as a very large lapdog. He loves cuddles and has absolutely no intention of letting his eventual size interfere with sitting as close to his people as physically possible. His favorite things include food, toys, food, other dogs, food, cuddles, food, wrestling, food... and, in case we forgot to mention it, FOOD. This boy is highly food motivated, which should come in handy as he continues learning his puppy manners. He's currently working on potty training and is respectful of the cats in his foster home. Phantom is goofy, affectionate, playful, and perpetually happy. If you're looking for a big lovable sidekick who thinks he's graceful, believes every body of water is his personal swimming pool, and will happily clean up any snacks you accidentally drop, Phantom is ready to pounce his way right into your family. Local adoption fee is $350 (in texas) and $650 for out of state adoption fee ( includes transport to your area)
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Elena Ann DG

Australian Shepherd

Female, 3 yrs 3 mos
Cincinnati, OH
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Needs special attention, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Meet Elena Ann! Don't let her deafness fool you—Elena is a bright, beautiful Australian Shepherd with a zest for life! This happy, high-energy girl is everything you love about the breed: intelligent, playful, athletic, and always ready for her next adventure. Elena absolutely loves to play fetch, especially with frisbees, though she'll happily chase a ball now and then too. She's wonderful with other dogs, great with kids, and is both crate trained and housebroken. Because Elena is deaf, she's looking for a home that understands her unique needs. She must have another confident dog in the home to help provide routine and companionship. Having a canine buddy helps her navigate daily life and gives her confidence. She's also learned an impressive nighttime recall—simply blink a flashlight, and she'll happily come running inside! Elena is still learning how to walk on a leash and will need a family committed to continuing her training using positive reinforcement and visual cues. Like any Aussie, she'll thrive with plenty of exercise, mental enrichment, and a job to do. If you're looking for an incredibly smart, loving, and active companion who just experiences the world a little differently, Elena is ready to prove that being deaf doesn't slow her down one bit. She's waiting for the perfect family to give her the forever home she deserves. Local adoption fee is $300(in TX) Out of state adoption fee is $550 (includes transport to your area)

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Lulu

German Shepherd Dog Border Collie

Female, Young
Elsmere, KY
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
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Australian Shepherd shelters & rescues in Elsmere, Kentucky

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8 miles

Stray Animal Adoption Program

P.O. Box 72040, Newport, KY 41072

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rescue

9 miles

God's Dogs Rescue of TX in Ohio Transport Stop

Cincinnati, OH 41073

Pet Types: dogs

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Rescue

10.5 miles

Hay Dude Critter Rescue - OH transport

Cincinnati, OH 45220

Pet Types: dogs, farm animals, horses

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12.7 miles

Campbell County Animal Services

1989 Poplar Ridge Rd, Melbourne, KY 41059

Pet Types: cats, dogs, farm animals, horses

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Rescue

15.3 miles

Louie's Legacy Animal Rescue

Cincinnati, OH 45247

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Shelter

21 miles

Pendleton County Animal Shelter

1314 Byran Griffin Rd, Butler, KY 41006

Pet Types: dogs

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Rescue

21.3 miles

Stray Haven

PO Box 571, Aurora, IN 47001

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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36.9 miles

Humane Association of Warren County

230 Cook Rd, Lebanon, OH 45036

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

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Shelter

38 miles

Ripley County Humane Society

1202 West County Rd 150 North, Osgood, IN 47037

Pet Types: dogs

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40.5 miles

Franklin County Indiana Animal Shelter

9076 Landfill Road, Metamora, IN 47030

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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