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Australian Shepherd Dogs For Adoption in Dallas, TX, USA

Big Blue - Australian Shepherd (medium coat) Dog For Adoption

Australian Shepherd Dogs For Adoption in Dallas, TX, USA

For Adoption

Nickname
Big Blue
Breed
Australian Shepherd
Gender
Male
Age
Adult
Location
Dallas, TX, 75248, USA

Description

Australian Shepherd Dogs For Adoption in Dallas, TX, USA

Dog Breed: Australian Shepherd (medium coat). APPLICATION REQUIRED from .dashdog Adoption Fee $450 ***OUR APPLICATION IS NOT THE PETFINDER APP; OUR APPLICATION IS ON .dashdog. PLEASE complete

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OUR application if you are interested in meeting our dogs or puppies! Without OUR application being completed, you WILL NOT be considered or receive any communication from us. ***Our listed dogs ARE READY IMMEDIATELY; we only meet with families WHO ARE READY TO ADOPT! IF YOU APPLY and WE APPROVE YOU it means we are assuming when you meet any of our dogs and fall in love you're ready to ADOPT AND TAKE HIM OR HER HOME! Please READ ALL of our info below BEFORE SENDING APPLICATION. Our goal is to help our puppies and dogs find FOREVER HOMES AND FAMILIES, NOT TO MAKE IT PROHIBITIVE FOR YOU TO ADOPT. However, once we review the application and contact you, we MEET TO ADOPT, so please let us know if you are ONLY APPLYING TO STAY ON FILE or THAT YOU ARE READY TO ADOPT, for the consideration of our puppies and dogs and families who know the time is right! Thank you! APPLICATION REQUIRED from .dashdog Adoption Fee $450 - the fee is NON-NEGOTIABLE and is not specific for any dog or puppy; it goes to the expenses of the organization as a whole* OUR APPLICATION IS ON .dashdog and must be completed in order to set up a meeting. Our listed dogs ARE READY IMMEDIATELY; we only meet with families WHO ARE READY TO ADOPT! IF YOU APPLY and if WE APPROVE YOU it means we are assuming when you meet any of our dogs and fall in love you're ready to ADOPT AND HIM OR HER HOME! Meet Blue – The Lovable Teddy Bear Aussie Looking for His Person Blue is a beautiful blue merle purebred Australian Shepherd with a heart that is just as big as his fluffy body. He’s the kind of dog people instantly fall in love with — affectionate, funny, and always ready to be the center of attention. Blue is a bigger boy, but he’s already lost several pounds since coming into foster care and only needs to lose about 6–8 more pounds. What he really needs now is a home that will give him regular exercise and an active lifestyle, and the weight will come off naturally. One of the most special things about Blue is how incredibly loving and people-oriented he is. He’s like a life-size teddy bear who just wants to hug everyone he meets. Rare for an Aussie, Blue absolutely loves people — men, women, and kids. In fact, before coming into rescue he served as an emotional support dog for children, and he truly thrives on affection and attention. He would make a wonderful companion for someone who wants a dog that enjoys being loved on and petted. Blue spent the first six years of his life as an only dog in a very loving home. He was surrendered only because of a sudden family emergency — not because of anything he did wrong. His family loved him dearly and miss him very much. Because he grew up as the center of someone’s world, Blue may actually be happiest as an only dog, which is unusual for Australian Shepherds. That said, he does great with dogs in social settings. He recently spent a morning running around at a large dog park and had a fantastic time playing and exploring. Blue knows several commands including sit, paw/shake, and lie down. He loves catching treats in the air and is very food motivated, which makes him fun to train. He enjoys playing fetch and chasing toys, although he sometimes prefers to grab a toy and run off to entertain himself. Blue is also a huge personality in a fluffy Aussie body. He talks, grumbles, makes funny noises, stretches dramatically, and rolls all over the grass, carpet, and bed like a happy goofball. He will absolutely keep you laughing. And yes — Blue is a kisser. If you love affectionate dogs who give kisses and lean into you for attention, Blue is your guy. He loves belly rubs, wiggle-butt scratches, and will happily plop himself into your lap even though he is convinced he’s much smaller than he actually is. We are looking for a home similar to the one Blue loved so much growing up. Blue’s ideal home: • Possibly as an only dog, or with a calm female dog • No cats • Dog-savvy kids 8+ years • A moderately active home that can give him exercise and attention Blue is affectionate, goofy, entertaining, and incredibly loving. He’s the kind of dog that fills a home with personality and joy. If you’re looking for a big, lovable Aussie who wants to be your best friend and constant companion, Blue may be the perfect match. To meet blue for adoption please complete the application on our website below and then TEXT SARA: 214-549-9905 So I can check your application and get back to you! .dashdog General Info - PLEASE READ! *Our $450 adoption fee is based on the cost of rescuing, transporting and vetting each dog; we do not try to compete on prices with municipal shelters whose funds are paid by the city. Our philosophy is to rescue highly adoptable dogs, have them live kennel-free in private homes for temperament assessments and individual personalities. We work hard to match EACH dog with the right family - kids or no kids, other dogs male or female and/or cats. With very rare exceptions all dogs over 6 months will be spayed or neutered PRIOR to adoption - dogs under 6 months will include a spay/neuter date AND referral info for lower-cost surgery if the adopter does not choose to use her or his personal vet. OUR VETS WILL NOT PERFORM SPAY NEUTER SURGERIES UNTIL DOG IS 6 MONTHS OLD. General Info - PLEASE READ! Our $450 adoption fee is based on the cost of rescuing, transporting and vetting each dog; we do not try to compete on prices with municipal shelters whose funds are paid by the city. Our philosophy is to rescue highly adoptable dogs, have them live kennel-free in private homes for temperament assessments and individual personalities. THERE WILL BE ZERO ACCEPTIONS MADE. We work hard to match EACH dog with the right family - kids or no kids, other dogs male or female and/or cats. With very rare exceptions all dogs over 6 months will be spayed or neutered PRIOR to adoption - dogs over 6 months will include a spay/neuter date AND referral info for lower-cost surgery if the adopter does not choose to use her or his personal vet. OUR VETS DO NOT RECOMMEND AND WILL NOT PERFORM SURGERY PRIOR TO 6 MONTHS.

Physical Attributes

Coat Length
Medium

Behavioral Characteristics

OK with Kids
Yes
OK with Dogs
Yes
OK with Cats
No
Other
Housetrained

Additional Information

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

Rescue Information

Organization name
Dallas Australian Shepherd and Herding Dog Rescue
Location
Dallas, Texas, 75252
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Ad Statistics

Ad ID
ADN-1660146
Date Listed
03/18/2026
Date Expires
06/16/2026

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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.
  2. Decide what you can handle - before you get sucked in by all the adorable puppy eyes you're about to see, think long and hard about the appropriate age dog for your family or if you are capable of caring for a special needs dog. Puppies are a lot of work, if you don't have time for potty training and obedience classes you'll want to consider an older dog. There are plenty of middle aged, vibrant dogs up for adoption as well as many senior dogs that would be a great fit for a family looking for a more subdued dog with lots of love to give.
  3. Learn about the shelters and their adoption policies - It might be easier to start looking at shelters within a certain radius of home but don't be afraid to venture out to other states as well. Many states have larger populations of adoptable dogs and their shelters are willing to transport pets to suitable adopting families. Some shelters might have requirements for a home visit, a fenced yard or require you to visit the pet multiple times before you commit to adopting. Understand that the shelters are doing their best to place the pets in suitable homes and these requirements are in the best interest of both you and the pet
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