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Australian Shepherd puppies and dogs in Shelby, North Carolina

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Sienna

Australian Shepherd Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 3 yrs 3 mos
Earl, NC
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet three year old Sienna, a beautiful Aussie mix girl who is such a sweetheart. She was found abandoned in the middle of a highly traveled road. She is crate trained, and working on her house training. She does well with other dogs given slow introductions. She is a wonderful size at only 38 pounds. Could she be the girl for you? Continue reading and fill out our on line application RECOMMENDATIONS & PROCEDURES Please note, the following are recommendations for puppies and different breeds of dogs. We will evaluate each application on an individual basis to see what is best for the dog/puppy and the potential adopter. Puppies are very fragile and not toys. We recommend children be at least six years old to be considered to adopt a puppy. Small breed dogs ( such as chihuahuas, yorkies, shih tzus , etc) we recommend children be at least eight years old. Herding, working breeds we recommend children to be at least 12 years old. Again these are recommendations. Adoption Procedures: We will travel up to two hours ( one way) to do physical home visits and we do not do virtual home visits. ( we are in Cleveland County NC) Most of our dogs come from bad situations and we want to know where their forever home is going to be. While we do not require fencing on all dogs, certain dogs that need a fenced in yard, will not be adopted unless potential adopter has one. We also adopt some dogs to people who live in apartments ( as long as the landlord approves) but not all dogs. We do not adopt to anyone under 21 years of age. We also do not feel college students are the best fit for most of our dogs. Most of our dogs again, come from bad situations and need lots of attention. Most college students have financial responsibilities and we feel need to be focused on school. Our goal is to match the dog with a family that fits the dog’s needs. We are solely focused on what is best for each dog in our rescue. These dogs have had enough moving around, dumped out like trash, and we want to ensure they find their forever home. We do require you sign a contract and if at any time you cannot continue to provide for the dog, the dog comes back to the rescue. Your first step to adoption is filling our our on line application. You will then get an automated email stating we got your application Next our adoption coordinator will be in touch either by phone or email If your references check out, a home visit will be scheduled. After the home visit is done, a meet and greet with the dog you are interested in and/or any other available dogs we have will be scheduled If the dog and you are a match, contract will be signed and you may take your new family member home. Link to application
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Mr Belvedere ( Mr. B)

Australian Shepherd

Male, 8 yrs 5 mos
Earl, NC
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
**Meet Mr. Belvedere — A Gentle Soul with a Big Heart** Once a walking skeleton, **Mr. Belvedere (aka Mr. B)** arrived at Clifford’s Army Rescue in **July 2022**, barely clinging to life. Starved and forgotten, he’s now a **healthy, affectionate six-year-old Australian Shepherd mix** (with a mystery blend of charm) who’s ready to love his humans unconditionally. Mr. B is a nature lover — he enjoys hikes, leisurely walks, and the company of other dogs. His sweet disposition and soulful eyes make him a favorite among volunteers. He’s not just looking for a home — he’s looking for a heart to call his own. Could that be yours **Adoption Details & Procedures:** - Adoption fee: **$250** - We’re based in **Cleveland County, NC** and travel up to **2 hours one way** for home visits - Physical home visits only — no virtual visits - Age recommendations vary by breed (see below) - We do not adopt to anyone under **21 years old** or to college students - Includes application, vet reference check, home visit, meet & greet, and adoption contract - If you can no longer care for your dog, they must be returned to the rescue **Age Recommendations for Adopters:** | Dog Type | Recommended Minimum Age of Children | |----------|-------------------------------------| | Puppies | 6 years old | | Small Breeds (e.g., Chihuahuas, Yorkies) | 8 years old | | Herding/Working Breeds | 12 years old | These are guidelines — each application is evaluated individually to ensure the best match for the dog. **Ready to meet Mr. B and fall in love** Start by filling out our [adoption application](https://cliffordsarmyrescue.com/1423-2) Let’s give Mr. Belvedere the forever home he’s been waiting for.
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Silas

Australian Shepherd Hound (Unknown Type)

Male, Young
Cherryville, NC
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained,
Story
Hi! My name is Silas! My owners were unable to keep me as they’re having to move and my foster mom is about to have a baby and can’t keep four dogs! I get along with one of my foster moms dogs but was unsure about the other. I’m two and a half years old and I am house broken and kennel trained! My previous owners had kids and I loved them from what my foster mom was told!
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Milu

Australian Shepherd

Male, Young
Vale, NC
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
Milu is a mix of white shepherd and australian shepherd. Milu is very obedient and friendly with children. He has a very protective personality. Suitable for families looking for a companion and a watchdog.
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Jetta (Courtesy Post)

Australian Shepherd

Female, 4 yrs 6 mos
Rutherfordton, NC
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
This is a courtesy post. Please do not contact Heart of the Foothills Animal Rescue for information. Contact information is provided below.Jetta is a 4-year-old Australian Shepherd (cryptic merle with white markings). She is spayed, microchipped, and fully vaccinated. She is also AKC and ASCA registered and up-to-date on flea, tick, and heartworm prevention.Like many Aussis, Jetta is energetic and would need to have a fenced-in yard to run, play, and be contained. Jetta does not get along with other dogs (unsure about cats), so she would need to be the only pet in the home. Jetta has a very sweet personality and loves to be with her person - or people - but does not do well with children or strangers. In the evenings, Jetta loves to snuggle with her people on the couch.Jetta is a smart dog and knows basic obedience. She has worked with a couple of trainers over the last few years. Jetta is housetrained and views her crate as a safe place when she is not interacting with her people. She loves food/treats, attention, and playing with her toys. Jetta also enjoys walks and hikes, but may need to be muzzled due to her reactivity. She is very protective of her home and would make an excellent watch dog.The owner is surrendering her because she needs a home without any other dogs or children. Veterinarian or personal references are required. There is a rehoming fee. If you are interested in Jetta, please email angelkking@gmail.com or contact Angel at 828-429-7373.
We'll also keep you updated on Penny's adoption status with email updates.
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Penny

Australian Shepherd Labrador Retriever

Female, 1 yr 1 mo
Rutherfordton, NC
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
This is a courtesy post. Please do not contact Heart of the Foothills Animal Rescue for information. Contact information is provided in the description below.Penny is a little less than a year old. She's spayed and weighs around 50 pounds. We believe she is a chocolate lab/Australian shepherd mix. She does well with cats as long as they don't chase her. She is housebroken. She's a very sweet dog but she is very rambunctious and needs a lot of room to run. If you are interested in adopting Penny please email angelicawhisenant@gmail.com

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3.9 miles

Clifford's Army Rescue Extravaganza

P.O. Box 370, Earl, NC 28038

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24.8 miles

Heart of the Foothills Animal Rescue

380 US HWY 221 N, Rutherfordton, NC 28139

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rescue

26 miles

Richardson Rescue

1968 Garvin Road, York, SC 29745

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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26 miles

York County Animal Shelter

713 Justice Boulevard, PO Box 120, York, SC 29745

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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34.8 miles

Burke County Friends for Animals

417 Kirksey Drive, Morganton, NC 28655

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rescue

41.5 miles

Critter Cavalry Rescue -NC

Charlotte, NC 28201

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rescue

41.6 miles

The Foster Dog House

Huntersville, NC 28078

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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48.5 miles

Lake Norman Humane

2106 Charlotte Hwy, Mooresville, NC 28117

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

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48.5 miles

Paws4adoption

Mooresville, NC 28117

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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