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Border-Aussie Dogs For Adoption in Placerville, CA, USA

ROCKY - Australian Shepherd / Border Collie / Mixed (medium coat) Dog For Adoption

Border-Aussie Dogs For Adoption in Placerville, CA, USA

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Nickname
ROCKY
Breed
Border-Aussie
Gender
Male
Age
Adult
Location
Placerville, CA, 95667, USA

Description

Border-Aussie Dogs For Adoption in Placerville, CA, USA

Dog Breed: Australian Shepherd / Border Collie / Mixed (medium coat). Rocky is a handsome Australian Shepherd with a tender heart and a story of resilience. Having come from an abusive past, Rocky nee

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ds time, patience, and understanding to build trust—but once that bond forms, it is incredibly rewarding. He has been thriving in his foster home for the past two and a half months, where consistent care has helped him come out of his shell. While he may be timid when meeting new people, Rocky is a true sweetheart who blossoms with a calm, gentle approach and will need a slow, relationship-focused adoption process. In his foster home, Rocky’s wonderful personality shines. He is intelligent, loyal, cuddly, playful, and deeply devoted to the people he trusts. Rocky is highly treat and affection motivated and is already learning commands like sit and (lay) down. He is crate trained and mostly house trained, does well on road trips, and continues to make steady progress with walking nicely on a leash. Rocky enjoys engaging with his people and takes pride in pleasing them, making him a great companion for someone who appreciates a smart dog eager to learn and connect. Rocky does well with his female foster dog friend, happily sharing toys and space without any signs of aggression, though his comfort with male dogs is unknown. Rocky has lived with 4 cats, but he does tend to chase them. He has never hurt them. We recommend a very slow introduction with proper training so both Rocky and the cats can be comfortable in the home. True to his herding instincts, Rocky enjoys keeping watch over his home, alerting to visitors with a strong bark and shooing wildlife off of the property without aggression. He has done well meeting visitors and often relaxes enough to accept pets or share the couch, with time. Rocky prefers the company of teens or adults, has limited experience with young children, and would thrive in a home with a securely contained large yard or property where he can safely explore and feel at ease. If you are interested in committing to the gradual adoption process Rocky requires, his foster family is available to facilitate the multiple in-home meetings he may need. Rocky will need time to become comfortable, build trust, and form a connection through several visits. If this is something you are willing and able to pursue, please contact El Dorado County Animal Services (530) 621-5795

Physical Attributes

Coat Length
Medium

Additional Information

Was the Dog Found
No

Rescue Information

Organization name
El Dorado County Animal Services - Placerville
Location
Placerville, California, 95667
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Ad Statistics

Ad ID
ADN-1631056
Date Listed
01/21/2026
Date Expires
04/21/2026

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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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