REGGIE - AUSTRALIAN CATTLE DOG/BLUE HEELER / SHEPHERD / MIXED DOG FOR ADOPTION

Description

Dog Breed: Australian Cattle Dog/Blue Heeler / Shepherd / Mixed. Adoption Fee: $160.00. Meet Reggie: Your Lovable Hunk of Joy! Reggie is a lovable hunk, weighing 75 lbs. He spends his days playing with other dogs at the ranch and enjoys lounging on the floor, couch, or in his crate. A great hiker, Reggie could use a job, but more than anything, he needs a yard and lots of love. If you're ready for a big-hearted companion, schedule a visit to meet Reggie today! He loves his humans and is eager to bring joy and affection into your home. Physical Profile Weight: 70 Age: 2 years 3 months Altered: Yes Gender: Male Microchipped: Yes Breed: Australian Shepherd Mix Reggie– Loyal Soul Seeking a Calm, Loving Home Reggie is a gentle soul with a heart full of love, just waiting for the right person to notice him. He enjoys his meals and toys in his own space, and prefers slow, gentle handling that allows trust to grow naturally. With patience, you'll discover a devoted and loyal friend who will stand by your side through thick and thin. Once Reggie chooses you, you’ve earned a best friend for life. He loves quiet moments and gentle affection, but he’s also always up for a fun game of fetch, a joyful romp in the yard, or a walk in the woods. Whether curled up as a professional snuggler on the couch or showing off his quick learning skills in training games, Reggie thrives on praise, connection, and being part of a loving family. He would enjoy a doggy playmate, making him a versatile and easy-going companion once he feels secure. Reggie already has wonderful house manners, is crate-trained, and walks nicely on a leash. A true survivor with a heart full of hope, he’s guaranteed to keep you smiling every day. Reggie’s perfect match is a dog-savvy, patient adopter who understands the power of slow introductions and building trust over time. He would flourish in a calm home without small children, and would do wonderfully in a family with older kids or other dogs. His adopters should be prepared for continued bonding and gentle encouragement, providing him with the stability he needs to thrive. If you cannot adopt but want to help Reggie’s journey, please consider becoming his monthly sponsor. For just $10 a month, you’ll help provide him with the continued care, enrichment, and love he needs while he waits for his forever home. Back Story Regie was found roaming loose in the desert by an animal control officer. He was turned over to a veterinarian for safekeeping, medical care, and adoption. Unfortunately, the opposite happened to Reggie. He spent over a year in the facility before the veterinarian agreed to transfer him and several other of their neglected dogs to our facility. When he arrived, Reggie was 30 pounds underweight, had sores on his forelegs and paws, his ears and eyes were caked with dirt, and he had dog bites on his hind end. He was hand shy, indicating possible physical abuse, and he was out of date for his core vaccines, rabies vaccination, worming, and was not neutered. He was very neglected and abused for over a year in a 4-foot by 6-foot outside pen. His anxiety was very high, and he constantly barked. He lashed out at all dogs out of fear. He was initially shy around people but quickly warmed up once he was treated with kindness. We spent over a year with Reggie rehabilitating him, and he now engages with all new people in a friendly manner, listens attentively, enjoys being rubbed and snuggled, and loves going for walks. He is one of our most stable and wonderful boys here. He still has some issues with going on ‘walkabouts’ if he has the chance. He has returned on his own the three times he went on a solo adventure. He is one of our “bests.” Behavior Profile Reggie is a very friendly boy. We do not know how he will interact with small children. He will more than likely be pleasant, but he is kind of clumsy and will certainly knock smaller ones over. He listens very well. Barks to go out at unfamiliar things, and not much else. He is very friendly with all people and good with all dogs. He enjoys being outside for long times, inside in a crate, or resting on the floor next to the couch. Attribute Definition Loyal Companion Forms a strong, lasting bond with his person. Gentle Calm and soft in interactions. Playful Enjoys toys, games, and fun activities. Affectionate Enjoys cuddles, pets, and human closeness. Intelligent Learns commands and routines quickly. Eager to Please Wants to make his human happy. Good with Dogs Plays well and lives peacefully with other canines. Good with Kids Enjoys being around respectful children. House-Trained Consistently goes potty outside. Resilient Has overcome hardship and adapted well. Comedic Personality Makes people laugh with his quirks and antics. Behavior Challenge Definition Resource Guarding: Protects his food from other dogs. Handling Sensitivity: Dislikes grooming, vet exams, or certain touch. About Pets Return Home - Because every dog deserves to come home. Pets Return Home is a No-Kill sanctuary, rehabilitation center, and adoption center. Our commitment is unwavering, and we are dedicated to giving homeless, abandoned, abused, and neglected dogs a genuine chance at life. Located in Northern Arizona, Pets Return Home is unique in both philosophy and practice. We provide an enriched, free-range environment where dogs learn to trust, play, and rediscover what it means to be a dog. We specialize in behaviorally challenged, medically complex, and senior dogs—those often left behind in traditional shelter systems. What Sets Us Apart Program Acceptance of over 1,200 dogs once considered too “broken” to save, and with our Rehabilitation program, 1000+ dogs are living in happy, loving homes today. Free-Range Sanctuary Living – Our dogs are not confined to kennels 24/7. They live in structured, open environments where they can play, learn boundaries, and form bonds. Read more About Us on our website. .petsreturnhome How to adopt When you adopt from Pets Return Home, you are saving at least two lives: the one you take home and the one who can come in for rehabilitation. Adoption Process Identify the dog you want to adopt at Adoptable Dogs Fill out an adoption application at Adoption Application Complete a phone interview Bring your family, including other household dogs, to the ranch to meet your potential new family member. *By appointment only Complete & sign the adoption agreement to bring your furry friend home

• Physical Attributes

  Grooming Needs:	Moderate
  Likes to Vocalize:	Some
  Altered	Yes

• Behavioral Characteristics

  OK with Kids:	Yes
  OK with Dogs:	Yes
  Energy Level:	Moderate
  Exercise Needs:	Moderate
  Fence Required:	6 foot
  Obedience Training:	Has Basic Training
  Owner Experience Required:	Species
  Other:	Yard Required Leash Trained Crate Trained Housetrained Good in a Car Likes to Swim

• Personality

  Personality Characteristics

  Obedient Playful Affectionate Eager to Please Intelligent Even-Tempered Gentle Goofy

• Additional Information

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