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American Staffordshire Terrier-Border Collie Mix Dogs For Adoption in Princeton, MN, USA

Thelma - Border Collie / American Staffordshire Terrier / Mixed Dog For Adoption

American Staffordshire Terrier-Border Collie Mix Dogs For Adoption in Princeton, MN, USA

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Nickname
Thelma
Breed
American Staffordshire Terrier-Border Collie Mix
Gender
Female
Age
Baby
Location
Princeton, MN, 55371, USA

Description

American Staffordshire Terrier-Border Collie Mix Dogs For Adoption in Princeton, MN, USA

Dog Breed: Border Collie / American Staffordshire Terrier / Mixed. Adoption Fee: 600. Thelma might be little, but she’s got big ideas. She’s sweet, gentle, and full of love&mda

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sh;but don’t be fooled, she’s also the mastermind behind the great puppy pen escape. Her sister Louise is often left behind wondering what just happened while Thelma trotted off, proud and pleased with herself. She and Louise were found dumped in a truck yard, and while we don’t know anything about their life before that, Thelma’s already shown us who she is: smart, playful, and determined. She loves food puzzles (though they don’t last long), enjoys being around people and other dogs, and genuinely wants to make her humans happy. She learns quickly—faster than her sister, actually—and she’s fun to watch when her little brain gets going. She’ll need the usual puppy training: potty habits, basic obedience, and some help learning how to channel all that cleverness into good choices. She barks a bit when she’s excited for meals or mid-play, and she may whine briefly when left alone, but settles down quickly. If there are kids in the home, older is better—she’s got typical puppy energy and could be a bit much for toddlers. Same goes for dogs: she’s great with them, but she plays up close and personal, so her new dog sibling should be okay with that. Thelma is the kind of dog who figures things out fast and loves with her whole heart. She’s a special one, and she’s going to make someone feel incredibly lucky. Thelma is from Texas. If you are interested in getting to know this animal better, please fill out an adoption application. An adoption application is the best way to show your interest in an animal and is not a binding contract. To learn more about Ruff Start’s adoption process and the care our foster animals receive, please visit our How to Adopt page. *Rescue puppies are notorious for losing their birth certificates before entering our rescue. We cannot guarantee the breed or size they will be full grown.* If you are unable to adopt but want to help this animal and others in our care, you can donate to support the medical and veterinary needs of all Ruff Start Rescue animals.

Physical Attributes

Shedding Amount
Yes

Behavioral Characteristics

OK with Dogs
Yes
Energy Level
High
Activity Level
Highly Active
Exercise Needs
High
Obedience Training
Needs Training
Other
Apartment AppropriateLeash TrainedCrate TrainedGood in a CarLikes to FetchLikes to Play with Toys

Personality

Playful
Yes
Affectionate
Yes
Eager to Please
Yes
Intelligent
Yes
Gentle
Yes

Additional Information

Was the Dog Found
No
Up-to-date on Vaccinations
Yes

Rescue Information

Organization name
Ruff Start Rescue
Location
Princeton, Minnesota, 55371
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Ad Statistics

Ad ID
ADN-1498493
Date Listed
06/11/2025
Date Expires
09/09/2025

American Staffordshire Terrier-Border Collie Mix.

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  1. Do your research - find out what types of dogs would be a good fit for your lifestyle and the activity level of your family. Also keep in mind the grooming needs of certain breeds that might require frequent maintenance.
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