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Australian Shepherd puppies and dogs in Houston, Texas

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These Australian Shepherds are available in Houston, Texas.
We'll also keep you updated on Pebbles's adoption status with email updates.
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Pebbles

Australian Shepherd Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 6 mos
Houston, TX
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs,
Story
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We'll also keep you updated on Angel's adoption status with email updates.
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Angel

Australian Shepherd

Female, 9 yrs 9 mos
Houston, TX
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
If you would like more information about Angel or are interested in adopting her, please send an email to davidchandler1213@gmail.com Meet Angel – A Sweet Soul Looking for a Calm, Loving Home Angel is a beautiful 9-year-old Australian Shepherd mix with a gentle spirit and a heart full of love. We adopted her in 2018, and she’s been a loyal companion ever since. She’s house-trained, well-mannered indoors, and happiest when she’s by your side on a peaceful walk or relaxing nearby. Angel thrives in a calm, predictable environment. She hasn’t done well with other dogs, so she’d do best as the only dog in the home. But she gets along well with our cats so it's possible she could adjust to other cats. Her ideal home would be with adults or older children. Although Angel can pull when she sees other dogs, she absolutely loves going for walks and being outdoors. We recently welcomed a baby into our home, and unfortunately, Angel has been showing signs of stress around the baby. This decision has been heartbreaking, but we want to do what’s best for her, and that means finding a home where she can feel safe, relaxed, and loved. Angel is spayed, up to date on vaccinations, and in good health. She would be a wonderful companion for someone looking for a loyal, low-key best friend to share their life with. If you think you could be the right fit for Angel, we’d love to talk with you and arrange a meet and greet. This animal posted is not under the care, custody, or control of Friends For Life and shall at no time be considered the property of Friends For Life. Friends For Life makes no claims to have evaluated the behavior or medical status of the animal posted. Friends For Life shall not incur any liability for any injury or damages to any person or property caused in the future by this animal, nor from any causes of action, claim or demand that may arise as a result of such injury or damage. This listing is strictly in the spirit of our commitment that providing support to the independent rescuer community is a valuable step on the path to a No Kill Houston. We know networking works and to the extent that we can provide a platform for animals to be seen and placed, that is our intention.
We'll also keep you updated on PHAT KATHRINE's adoption status with email updates.
Needs Home Fast
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PHAT KATHRINE

Australian Shepherd

Female, 9 mos
Houston, TX
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
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Story
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We'll also keep you updated on Ralphie's adoption status with email updates.
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Ralphie

Australian Shepherd

Male, 1 yr 2 mos
Houston, TX
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
RALPHIE is a 1 year old, 41.5 lbs., male Australian Shepherd mix that came into the Orange County shelter as a stray on 12/16/2025 from the City of Orange. His owner hasn't shown up to claim him and take him home. RALPHIE was brought into the shelter on a catch pole. He was biting the pole, so his mouth was bloody upon intake. Shelter notes say he was more fearful than aggressive. In his kennel, RALPHIE is more interested in treats than toys. He seems to want to engage with staff but is extremely overwhelmed by all the noise and chaos going on around him. On 12/20/2025, RALPHIE was taken out of his kennel: * 12/20/2025: At front of kennel today during morning cleaning. Opened kennel door, RALPHIE laid down and allowed leashing. Opened kennel door wide, dog urinated then dashed out, pausing and freezing in between short bursts of dashing. Noise level of bldg 1 rose significantly after we walked out of kennel, dog continued dashing and displaying increasingly frantic behavior. Able to quickly coax him out of bldg, defecating as we walked. Dog froze and laid down outside of bldg 1, flopping on his side. Leaned against brick wall while slightly crouched ~3ft away sideways to him and allowed him to decompress. After about ~30 seconds, dog glanced at me; I avoided eye contact and kept face parallel to him. Noticed him stand up and crawl towards me. Kept still. Dog then dashed past me and began thrashing on leash, anxious whining, flailing and flipping himself on leash in attempts to remove leash pressure. Used paws to attempt to pull leash away. Attempted to guide hand with him to ease leash pressure, dog continued flipping and flailing. Dog began chewing through leather leash quickly. ACAs saw and quickly opened doors as I walked him back. Dog continued flailing and attempting to chew through leash, noticed several large holes in leash as he chewed. Dog became frantic and dashed towards staff and myself in walkway, unsure if he was charging or attempting to minimize leash pressure. Able to place him back in kennel with leash attached.     RALPHIE has displayed moments of curiosity and seemingly affiliative engagement in kennel with staff. However, this behavior does not generalize beyond in kennel. When removed from kennel, RALPHIE demonstrates a marked increase in stress related behaviors, indicating that exposure to the shelter environment exceed his capability to self-soothe and regulate. Attempts at handling out of kennel result in extreme fear responses, including intense fixation on fleeing by: chewing through leather leash, flailing and attempting to pull the leash off, defecating and urinating. Due to RALPHIE'S inability to tolerate routine handling, he will not be considered for public adoption. We are recommending placement with rescue only. ##2622392##
We'll also keep you updated on Moon's adoption status with email updates.
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Moon

Australian Shepherd Border Collie

Female, Young
Houston, TX
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Potty Training Disclosure: Our dogs are not free-roaming in homes. "Potty trained" indicates reliable crate training, not confirmed free-roam house training. Accidents may occur during the transition to a new home, and additional training should be expected.  ##2531335##
We'll also keep you updated on Beasley's adoption status with email updates.
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Beasley

Australian Shepherd Blue Heeler

Female, Adult
Houston, TX
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Beasley! Breed: Australian Shepherd x Blue Heeler MixGender: FemaleAge: 4 years oldSize: Medium/Large (50 lbs)Good with: Being the one and only Beasley is bountiful in both beauty and energy—this stunning Australian Shepherd x Blue Heeler mix is the total package if you're looking for a gorgeous, athletic companion who wants to be your entire world. At 50 pounds of pure working dog enthusiasm, Beasley has the drive, intelligence, and energy you'd expect from this powerhouse combo of breeds. Here's the deal: Beasley is a queen, and queens don't share their throne. She doesn't do well with other dogs and would much prefer to rule her kingdom solo. This isn't a flaw, it's just who she is—she wants all your attention, all your love, and all your couch space, thank you very much. No roommates needed or wanted. With her herding breed smarts, Beasley needs a home that can keep both her body and mind busy. She's not a "chill on the couch all day" kind of dog (though she'll absolutely claim the couch once she's earned it). Think long walks, training sessions, puzzle toys, and activities that let her use that beautiful brain. She's the kind of dog who will learn every trick you teach her and then invent a few of her own. Beasley needs an experienced owner who understands herding breeds, has an active lifestyle, and is looking for a devoted one-dog companion. If you want a stunning, smart, energetic girl who will be 100% focused on you, Beasley is ready to claim you as hers! Ready to welcome Beasley into your life? Contact us to meet this wonderful girl! Disclaimer: The information in this profile reflects observations made while this dog has been in our shelter environment. We strive to describe each dog as accurately as possible; however, behavior and needs may change once the dog is in a new home, routine, or environment. Our dogs are not freeroaming in homes. When we note that a dog is "potty trained," this refers to reliable crate training, not confirmed freeroam house training. Accidents are normal during the transition to a new home, and additional training should be expected. All dogs are examined by our veterinarian, are spayed or neutered if old enough, and are up to date on ageappropriate vaccinations at the time of adoption. We share all known medical information, but we cannot guarantee future health or rule out underlying conditions. ALL adoptions require a completed application, vet check, and final contract. The application to adopt can be found at www.happyfacespetranch.org Once your application has been approved, a representative will be in touch to set up a meet and greet. We select the best applicant for each dog based on the dog's individual needs. ##2602414##

Or, how about these Australian Shepherds in cities near Houston, Texas

These Australian Shepherds are available for adoption close to Houston, Texas.
We'll also keep you updated on Pebbles's adoption status with email updates.
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Pebbles

Australian Shepherd Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 6 mos
Houston, TX
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs,
Story
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We'll also keep you updated on Angel's adoption status with email updates.
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Angel

Australian Shepherd

Female, 9 yrs 9 mos
Houston, TX
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
If you would like more information about Angel or are interested in adopting her, please send an email to davidchandler1213@gmail.com Meet Angel – A Sweet Soul Looking for a Calm, Loving Home Angel is a beautiful 9-year-old Australian Shepherd mix with a gentle spirit and a heart full of love. We adopted her in 2018, and she’s been a loyal companion ever since. She’s house-trained, well-mannered indoors, and happiest when she’s by your side on a peaceful walk or relaxing nearby. Angel thrives in a calm, predictable environment. She hasn’t done well with other dogs, so she’d do best as the only dog in the home. But she gets along well with our cats so it's possible she could adjust to other cats. Her ideal home would be with adults or older children. Although Angel can pull when she sees other dogs, she absolutely loves going for walks and being outdoors. We recently welcomed a baby into our home, and unfortunately, Angel has been showing signs of stress around the baby. This decision has been heartbreaking, but we want to do what’s best for her, and that means finding a home where she can feel safe, relaxed, and loved. Angel is spayed, up to date on vaccinations, and in good health. She would be a wonderful companion for someone looking for a loyal, low-key best friend to share their life with. If you think you could be the right fit for Angel, we’d love to talk with you and arrange a meet and greet. This animal posted is not under the care, custody, or control of Friends For Life and shall at no time be considered the property of Friends For Life. Friends For Life makes no claims to have evaluated the behavior or medical status of the animal posted. Friends For Life shall not incur any liability for any injury or damages to any person or property caused in the future by this animal, nor from any causes of action, claim or demand that may arise as a result of such injury or damage. This listing is strictly in the spirit of our commitment that providing support to the independent rescuer community is a valuable step on the path to a No Kill Houston. We know networking works and to the extent that we can provide a platform for animals to be seen and placed, that is our intention.
We'll also keep you updated on PHAT KATHRINE's adoption status with email updates.
Needs Home Fast
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PHAT KATHRINE

Australian Shepherd

Female, 9 mos
Houston, TX
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
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Story
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We'll also keep you updated on Ralphie's adoption status with email updates.
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Ralphie

Australian Shepherd

Male, 1 yr 2 mos
Houston, TX
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
RALPHIE is a 1 year old, 41.5 lbs., male Australian Shepherd mix that came into the Orange County shelter as a stray on 12/16/2025 from the City of Orange. His owner hasn't shown up to claim him and take him home. RALPHIE was brought into the shelter on a catch pole. He was biting the pole, so his mouth was bloody upon intake. Shelter notes say he was more fearful than aggressive. In his kennel, RALPHIE is more interested in treats than toys. He seems to want to engage with staff but is extremely overwhelmed by all the noise and chaos going on around him. On 12/20/2025, RALPHIE was taken out of his kennel: * 12/20/2025: At front of kennel today during morning cleaning. Opened kennel door, RALPHIE laid down and allowed leashing. Opened kennel door wide, dog urinated then dashed out, pausing and freezing in between short bursts of dashing. Noise level of bldg 1 rose significantly after we walked out of kennel, dog continued dashing and displaying increasingly frantic behavior. Able to quickly coax him out of bldg, defecating as we walked. Dog froze and laid down outside of bldg 1, flopping on his side. Leaned against brick wall while slightly crouched ~3ft away sideways to him and allowed him to decompress. After about ~30 seconds, dog glanced at me; I avoided eye contact and kept face parallel to him. Noticed him stand up and crawl towards me. Kept still. Dog then dashed past me and began thrashing on leash, anxious whining, flailing and flipping himself on leash in attempts to remove leash pressure. Used paws to attempt to pull leash away. Attempted to guide hand with him to ease leash pressure, dog continued flipping and flailing. Dog began chewing through leather leash quickly. ACAs saw and quickly opened doors as I walked him back. Dog continued flailing and attempting to chew through leash, noticed several large holes in leash as he chewed. Dog became frantic and dashed towards staff and myself in walkway, unsure if he was charging or attempting to minimize leash pressure. Able to place him back in kennel with leash attached.     RALPHIE has displayed moments of curiosity and seemingly affiliative engagement in kennel with staff. However, this behavior does not generalize beyond in kennel. When removed from kennel, RALPHIE demonstrates a marked increase in stress related behaviors, indicating that exposure to the shelter environment exceed his capability to self-soothe and regulate. Attempts at handling out of kennel result in extreme fear responses, including intense fixation on fleeing by: chewing through leather leash, flailing and attempting to pull the leash off, defecating and urinating. Due to RALPHIE'S inability to tolerate routine handling, he will not be considered for public adoption. We are recommending placement with rescue only. ##2622392##
We'll also keep you updated on Moon's adoption status with email updates.
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Moon

Australian Shepherd Border Collie

Female, Young
Houston, TX
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Potty Training Disclosure: Our dogs are not free-roaming in homes. "Potty trained" indicates reliable crate training, not confirmed free-roam house training. Accidents may occur during the transition to a new home, and additional training should be expected.  ##2531335##
We'll also keep you updated on Beasley's adoption status with email updates.
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Beasley

Australian Shepherd Blue Heeler

Female, Adult
Houston, TX
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Beasley! Breed: Australian Shepherd x Blue Heeler MixGender: FemaleAge: 4 years oldSize: Medium/Large (50 lbs)Good with: Being the one and only Beasley is bountiful in both beauty and energy—this stunning Australian Shepherd x Blue Heeler mix is the total package if you're looking for a gorgeous, athletic companion who wants to be your entire world. At 50 pounds of pure working dog enthusiasm, Beasley has the drive, intelligence, and energy you'd expect from this powerhouse combo of breeds. Here's the deal: Beasley is a queen, and queens don't share their throne. She doesn't do well with other dogs and would much prefer to rule her kingdom solo. This isn't a flaw, it's just who she is—she wants all your attention, all your love, and all your couch space, thank you very much. No roommates needed or wanted. With her herding breed smarts, Beasley needs a home that can keep both her body and mind busy. She's not a "chill on the couch all day" kind of dog (though she'll absolutely claim the couch once she's earned it). Think long walks, training sessions, puzzle toys, and activities that let her use that beautiful brain. She's the kind of dog who will learn every trick you teach her and then invent a few of her own. Beasley needs an experienced owner who understands herding breeds, has an active lifestyle, and is looking for a devoted one-dog companion. If you want a stunning, smart, energetic girl who will be 100% focused on you, Beasley is ready to claim you as hers! Ready to welcome Beasley into your life? Contact us to meet this wonderful girl! Disclaimer: The information in this profile reflects observations made while this dog has been in our shelter environment. We strive to describe each dog as accurately as possible; however, behavior and needs may change once the dog is in a new home, routine, or environment. Our dogs are not freeroaming in homes. When we note that a dog is "potty trained," this refers to reliable crate training, not confirmed freeroam house training. Accidents are normal during the transition to a new home, and additional training should be expected. All dogs are examined by our veterinarian, are spayed or neutered if old enough, and are up to date on ageappropriate vaccinations at the time of adoption. We share all known medical information, but we cannot guarantee future health or rule out underlying conditions. ALL adoptions require a completed application, vet check, and final contract. The application to adopt can be found at www.happyfacespetranch.org Once your application has been approved, a representative will be in touch to set up a meet and greet. We select the best applicant for each dog based on the dog's individual needs. ##2602414##

These pups are in Houston, Texas too!

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

Border Collie

Male, 6 mos
Houston, TX
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
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We'll also keep you updated on MONO's adoption status with email updates.
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MONO

Australian Kelpie

Male, 10 mos
Houston, TX
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
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Story
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We'll also keep you updated on CLOVER's adoption status with email updates.
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CLOVER

Border Collie

Female, 2 yrs 2 mos
Houston, TX
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Clover is a sweet girl who is very shy at first, but she truly enjoys getting pets once she feels comfortable. She is potty trained, very treat motivated, and gets along great with other dogs. Once she comes out of her shell, she enjoys playing with them. She is also quiet and does not bark or cry.

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Australian Shepherd shelters & rescues in Houston, Texas

There are animal shelters and rescues that focus specifically on finding great homes for Australian Shepherd puppies in Houston, Texas. Browse these Australian Shepherd rescues and shelters below.

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Destination Rescue

Houston, TX 77002

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4.4 miles

Friends For Life Courtesy Posting

Houston, TX 77008

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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7.3 miles

Harris County Pets

612 Canino Road, Houston, TX 77076

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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8.7 miles

BAMM Rescue - Houston, TX Foster

Houston, TX 77001

Pet Types: dogs

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9 miles

Houston SPCA

7007 Old Katy Road, Houston, TX 77024

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

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9 miles

Happy Faces Pet Ranch

Houston, TX 77024

Pet Types: dogs

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10.1 miles

Waiting Under the Willow Foundation - TX

Houston, TX 77035

Pet Types: dogs

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Rescue

14.7 miles

Northbound Hounds

Houston, TX 77079

Pet Types: dogs

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Rescue

15.2 miles

Houston Collie Rescue

P.O. Box 526, Stafford, TX 77497

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15.5 miles

A New Dawn Pet Adoption Center

202 W.San Augustine, Deer Park, TX 77536

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