Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids,
Good with cats,
House-trained,
Story
Meet Roxanne Rodeo Girl! The tiny cowgirl with movie-star looks, a heart of gold, and a serious obsession with tennis balls.
At around a year old and just 25 pounds, Roxanne is the perfect "take-her-everywhere" size. Big enough for adventures, small enough to scoop up for cuddles. We believe she may be an Australian Shepherd mix, but as with all rescue dogs, that's simply our best guess.
Let's start with the obvious: this girl is absolutely stunning.
Roxanne looks like she walked straight out of a storybook. Her silky red-and-white coat is unbelievably soft, her fluffy ears seem to have a personality of their own, and her bright amber eyes are the kind that make people stop mid-sentence and say, "Wow, she's beautiful." She's dainty, elegant, and adorable all at the same time.
Watch Roxanne's video, then come back to read more about her!
https://youtu.be/kiy5NAANkzQ?si=IlZ03vrYt7zZMYbR
But somehow her personality is even better than her looks.
Roxanne is one of those dogs who forms incredibly special bonds with her people. When she's unsure about something new, she'll glance back at her person for reassurance, almost like she's asking, "We've got this, right?" Once she knows she's safe, her sweet and affectionate side comes pouring out. Baby talk is basically her love language. Give her a minute to warm up and she'll be flashing her goofy little smile, asking for cuddles, and acting like you've been best friends forever.
And then there are the tennis balls.
If Roxanne could write a dating profile, "must love balls" would probably be listed at the top.
She doesn't just play fetch, she entertains herself. She tosses balls into the air, pounces on them, chases them across the yard, and performs the cutest little bunny hops while doing it. Honestly, she could probably spend an entire afternoon creating her own game and having the time of her life.
With other dogs, Roxanne is a thoughtful girl who likes to take introductions at her own pace. She's not the type to run into a room and instantly become the life of the party. Instead, she likes a moment to figure everyone out before deciding they're friends. Once she feels comfortable, she does wonderfully with easygoing, respectful dogs, especially smaller or gentle dogs who don't overwhelm her. She could absolutely thrive in a home with other respectful doggy friends, wed recommend slow intros and giving her time to get comfortable with any new furry friends.
She has also spent time around cats and did very well. While she was initially unsure, she quickly relaxed and even shared couch space with a cat. We think she'd do just fine in a home with dog-savvy cats who appreciate a respectful roommate.
Because Roxanne is a young Aussie-type girl, she's looking for a family that understands that smart dogs need both physical exercise and mental enrichment. She would love adventures, walks, training games, puzzle toys, fetch sessions, and opportunities to use that clever brain of hers.
She could potentially do well in an apartment with an active family committed to meeting her exercise needs, but her dream home would probably include a yard where she can show off her impressive ball-handling skills and bounce around like the happy little kangaroo she is.
While we have not formally kid-tested Roxanne yet, we'd be happy to do so. Based on her personality, we think she would likely do best with children who are old enough to understand that she appreciates gentle introductions and a little patience while she settles in. But with her loving and affectionate personality, she could blossom into a fantastic family dog.
Roxanne's perfect home is one filled with love, adventure, tennis balls, and people who appreciate her sweet, sensitive heart. She isn't looking to be the loudest dog in the room. She's looking for her people, the ones she'll check in with, trust completely, and love with her whole heart.
And maybe a few extra tennis balls.
Okay, definitely a few extra tennis balls.
Ready to welcome a new furry friend into your life? Apply today!
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The adoption fee is $1600 and includes all vetting (DAPP with booster, Bordetella, Rabies vaccine, multiple broad spectrum deworming treatments, spay/neuter, flea prevention, a 12 month heartworm preventative injectable, heartworm test and treatment if needed, a microchip with free lifetime registration, a high quality nylon Martingale collar, a health certificate deeming the pup healthy for travel, cost of transport*, and priceless years of love and loyal companionship!
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