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
WE ARE A TX-BASED RESCUE. THIS DOG IS CURRENTLY LOCATED IN TX AND WILL BE TRANSPORTED UPON ADOPTION.
Please fill out an adoption application at haydudeequine.org
🌾🐾 Meet Emma — The Ranch Girl with the Golden Heart 🐾🌾
3 Years Old • ~70 lbs • Australian Shepherd / Border Collie Mix
Emma is the total package — brains, beauty, work ethic, and a heart as big as Texas.
At 3 years old and about 70 pounds, this ranch-raised girl comes with real-life experience under her belt. She grew up helping round up goats and cattle, and she takes her responsibilities seriously. If something needs organizing, supervising, or gently guiding in the right direction… Emma is already on it.
Due to no fault of her own, she was surrendered to a shelter in a small town and has waited far too long, she’s now finally getting her chance at the life she truly deserves — one filled with love, purpose, and a soft place to land at the end of the day.
Emma is incredibly sweet and beautifully mannered. She walks nicely on a leash, is attentive to her people, and genuinely wants to do the right thing. And great news — she is house trained! She’s proven she can handle indoor living just fine, balancing her working-dog roots with polite house manners.
Even better? She’s good with other dogs, kids and yes, even cats. Yep — this seasoned herding girl knows how to coexist respectfully with her feline roommates too. That’s what we call versatility.
Emma would thrive on a ranch, acreage, or in an active home that enjoys outdoor time. She’d happily:
• Help with chores
• Monitor the yard
• Supervise kids
• Inspect deliveries
But she’s not all business. Once the “workday” is done, she’s more than happy to relax nearby, soaking up affection and enjoying being part of the family. She bonds deeply and loves having her people close.
Emma would love:
• Daily exercise and mental stimulation
• A job, even if it’s just “Official Backyard Supervisor”
• A family who values a smart, loyal companion
• A home where she’s included and appreciated
She’s steady. Devoted. Capable. And ready to trade her waiting days for forever ones.
If you’re looking for a loyal, intelligent, ranch-savvy best friend who can work hard, live politely indoors, respect the cats, and love you wholeheartedly — Emma is ready to clock in permanently.
👉 Apply today at haydudeequine.org and give this deserving girl the forever home she’s been waiting for 💛🐾
