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Australian Shepherd-Unknown Mix Dogs For Adoption in Santa Cruz, CA, USA

NICO - Australian Shepherd / Pit Bull Terrier / Mixed (medium coat) Dog For Adoption

Australian Shepherd-Unknown Mix Dogs For Adoption in Santa Cruz, CA, USA

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Nickname
NICO
Breed
Australian Shepherd-Unknown Mix
Gender
Male
Age
Adult
Location
Santa Cruz, CA, 95062, USA

Description

Australian Shepherd-Unknown Mix Dogs For Adoption in Santa Cruz, CA, USA

Dog Breed: Australian Shepherd / Pit Bull Terrier / Mixed (medium coat). Meet Nico, the mixed breed adolescent dog. Nico came to the Shelter after his previous guardian was unable to continue caring f

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or him. We are guessing that Nico is an Austrailian Shepherd mixed with some sort of pittie but are not entirely sure. Nico was found originally as a stray at the age of 5 months old with his littermates and no mother. He was in a home for a bit of time where he socialized with other dogs, cats and children. Nico lived entirely outdoors in his previous home but really wants to be a part of the family. Nico’s adopters will need to be patient in the transition as he is still getting the hang of potty training. Nico is an active guy that enjoys going for walks and playing with toys. Staff observed that Nico is a goofy guy who leans in when you pet him and, if you’re lucky, gives kisses. Nico may do well in a home with other animals with a slow, thoughtful introduction. If there is a dog at home, it recommended that Nico meet that dog at the Shelter prior to adoption. Please note: Our Santa Cruz location’s Shelter hours are 11-6pm, 7 days a week! Although clients can walk through and see any animals in their kennels during open hours, we end “meet and greets” (aka meeting an animal out of the kennel) at 4:30pm every day. If you’d like to meet an animal out of the kennel, please arrive before 4:00pm to allow for time to discuss individual animals and meet them.

Physical Attributes

Coat Length
Medium

Additional Information

Was the Dog Found
No

Rescue Information

Organization name
Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter
Location
Santa Cruz, California, 95062
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Ad Statistics

Ad ID
ADN-1711105
Date Listed
07/15/2026
Date Expires
10/13/2026

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