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Australian Shepherd puppies and dogs in Rhode Island

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Below are our newest added Australian Shepherds available for adoption in Rhode Island. To see more adoptable Australian Shepherds in Rhode Island, use the search tool below to enter specific criteria!
We'll also keep you updated on Winnie Henson's adoption status with email updates.
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Winnie Henson

Australian Shepherd

Female, Young
Warwick, RI
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
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Winnie Henson is currently in RI and looking for a 'furever' home!    Winnie is a shy girl, she opens up in a few days with some time. Winnie has come so far in her foster home in a short time, from being unsure on leash to strutting like she owns the town. She sleeps through the night in bed, and gets along great with other dogs. Once she trusts you, her silly personality shines and she proves to be a top tier cuddler and certified stage five clinger. Winnie would thrive with someone home often, as an only dog or with canine friends, as long as she gets lots of love. If you are interested in adopting this dog please complete the adoption application at www.rhodehomerescue.org/adoption-form to become a pre-approved adopter.   If you were already approved through Rhode Home Rescue within the last 6 months, contact us today! Be sure to check our Facebook page "Rhode Home Rescue" for details on upcoming events and other announcements.January 19, 2026, 9:13 pm
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Yeager in LA

Australian Shepherd

Male, Young
Cranston, RI
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs,
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Age:   approx 1 years old   Weight: 13  lbs My adoption fee is $ 650  which includes transportation charges to the Northeast.     If you serious about adopting, the first step is to fill out an adoption application on our website:   https://www.smalldogrescuene.org/January 12, 2026, 8:24 pm
We'll also keep you updated on Magnolia aka Maggie's adoption status with email updates.
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Magnolia aka Maggie

Australian Shepherd/Great Pyrenees

Female, 5 mos
Johnston, RI
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Needs special attention, House-trained,
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Meet Magnolia (affectionately known as Maggie)! 🌸 Maggie is a beautiful Australian Shepherd / Great Pyrenees mix born at the end of July. She is a happy, active puppy with a joyful spirit and a heart full of love. Maggie is a double merle and, because of this, she is deaf—but that certainly doesn’t slow her down or hold her back in life! Maggie is incredibly smart and a quick learner. She is eager to please and has already shown how capable she is at learning through consistency and positive reinforcement. We are looking for an adopter with experience with deaf dogs—or someone willing to learn—who is committed to training her using hand signals and providing the structure she needs to thrive. For her safety, Maggie will require a securely fenced yard. She absolutely adores playing with other dogs, and we feel she would do best in a home with a friendly canine companion to help her continue building confidence and burning off puppy energy. Maggie is doing wonderfully with house training and has mastered using the dog door. In a home without a dog door, she will just need a little extra guidance to continue her success. At night, she sleeps comfortably in a dog bed but is also crate-trained if needed. She walks well on a leash and is continuing to grow into a very well-rounded young lady. Maggie is expected to be a large dog, and due to her size, breed traits, and enthusiasm, she would do best in a home with older children. She is truly a special girl with so much potential, and her foster family is dedicated to finding the perfect forever home—one that will nurture her, support her unique needs, and help her continue her journey into a confident, successful pup. If you’re looking for a remarkable dog with a big heart and are ready to embrace something truly special, Maggie may be your perfect match. 💛🐾 If interested in adopting one of our available pets, please fill out an application at https://www.dixiegirldogrescue.org/forms PLEASE MAKE NOTE- OUR DOGS ARE FOSTERED IN ALABAMA (UNLESS OTHERWISE STATED), OUR DOGS TRANSPORT TO THEIR NEW FAMILIES IN RHODE ISLAND AFTER THEY HAVE BEEN ADOPTED. Our rescue pets are fostered in Southern foster homes (unless otherwise stated) and are posted for adoption once they are completely vetted and ready to travel. Our pets are adoptable in Alabama and New England States. Our adoption fee includes transport fee, spay/neuter, current vaccinations, deworming, heart worm test for animals over 7 months old, all necessary vetting and an interstate health certificate. Once an application is received, our team is happy to answer all of your questions and send additional pictures and videos. Thank you for thinking rescue!
We'll also keep you updated on OPAL's adoption status with email updates.
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OPAL

Australian Shepherd/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 2 yrs
CRANSTON, RI
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained,
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If you would like to apply to take OPAL home, click the link next to their picture, or Visit our website at Www.godogsgorescue.org and fill out an application! We look forward to hearing from you. 2 year old Aussie mix Opal female 30 lbs Loves people wants to be right there with you, great with other dogs, definitely a house dog, she just chills out to a 5/10 energy level in the house. Dog friendly, now looking for a family of her own
We'll also keep you updated on Joey's adoption status with email updates.
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Joey

Australian Shepherd/English Shepherd

Male, Adult
Greenville, RI
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs,
Story
If you’re looking for a loyal sidekick, the Joey is your guy. We think this gorgeous, tricolor male could be a cross between an Australian Shepard and an English Shepard, both of which are very intelligent breeds. He would be the perfect dog for someone who works from home. Joey walks well on a leash, even though he pulls a bit, and rides well in a car. Joey gets along well with other dogs and loves to play with the dogs in his foster home. Joey would make a great hiking buddy as he is always ready for an adventure. He was picked up as a stray and is guesstimated to be between 3-5 years old. Due to his activity level, we think he is closer to 3 years old. Joey has been neutered, is to up to date on vaccinations and is microchipped. Unfortunately, Joey did test positive for heartworms. Since he is asymptomatic for heartworms, he is on the slow kill method to eliminate them and he should test negative in a year or two. In the meantime, he can live life normally without any restrictions. Joey’s adoption donation is $450 which includes the $165 transport fee. Joey is being fostered in Arkansas. If you would like to adopt Joey, please fill out an adoption application. The first step in the adoption process is to fill out an online adoption application. You can find a copy of that application here. We sometimes receive a lot of interest on an animal and can't always reply to each email in a timely manner. An application does not obligate you to adopt from us, but it does show that you are serious about the adoption process. Please remember we are all volunteers. After you submit your application, please allow a few days for a volunteer to review your application. During this time your vet reference will be checked and a volunteer with determine if it is the best match for you and the animal. Applications are not approved on a first come, first serve basis. We match up the best home for the animal, so even if the pet has other applications, this does not mean he/she will be adopted to that home. Once your application has been approved a volunteer with contact you to set up a phone interview. This is the perfect time for you to ask any questions you have about the adoption process and the animal you are interested in.
We'll also keep you updated on Colton's adoption status with email updates.
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Colton

Australian Shepherd/Labrador Retriever

Male, 11 mos
Warren, RI
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats,
Story
Hello, our names are Carson (m), Bridger (m), and Colton (m). We are the cutest, sweetest, funniest, silliest babies you have ever met. We are like watching a three ring circus never knowing who is going to do what. But, the more you laugh, the sillier we are. We are not bonded siblings. We live with other rescue pups. Here at my foster mom's place, there are adult dogs, cats & kittens, a horse and a rooster. She has a creek running through the property which is good because we LOVE water. Our lives began in a rural community. The man who owned my parents was not responsible. So, here we are. But the bad part is, he could not hardly pay for food, vetting our three boys, or fixing our parents. He could not even give us flea/ tick prevention or heartworm prevention for our parents. The kind lady who was notified about us took us into her rescue. Today we are fed, full vetting is being done, flea/ tick prevention along with heartworm prevention is being given. I would like to have a family who is active, likes the water, goes for walks, hiking, camping, snuggling and car rides. Please request an application from alittlelonger2home@gmail.com. When you receive the application please fill out completely to include your three references email addresses. The references cannot be related to you. See you soon, I am waiting. Colton Male Not neutered Breed: Aussie/ Lab mix Age 15 weeks old (As of 05/19/2025) Weight: 18lbs Color: Yellow & white & Black Great with people, older children, dogs/ puppies, cats/ kittens, a horse, and a rooster Adoption donation $495

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Australian Shepherd shelters & rescues in Rhode Island

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Go Dogs Go Rescue Inc - RI transport

CRANSTON , RI 02921

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Small Dog Rescue of New England Inc.

Cranston , RI 02920

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Dixie Girl Dog Rescue RI Transport Stop

Johnston , RI 02919

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rhode Home Rescue

Warwick , RI 02889

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Beebe Humane Society RI

Email Only, Greenville , RI 02828

Pet Types: dogs

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Carlton Rescue - Operation Puppy Love

Warren , RI 02885

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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