DIXIE JO - AUSTRALIAN CATTLE DOG/BLUE HEELER (SHORT COAT) DOG FOR ADOPTION

Description

Dog Breed: Australian Cattle Dog/Blue Heeler (short coat). Location: MA Meet Dixie Jo – A Sweet, Sensitive Cattle Dog Looking for Her Perfect Match! Dixie Jo is a gentle, smart 2 year old 44lb cattle dog with a soft heart and a sensitive soul. Personality & Home Manners Very sweet and people-oriented, does well with my toddler Housebroken with excellent indoor manners Can be left free in the home with no destruction Very smart- she learned quickly that Foster mom putting on her beanie means it's time for a walk and has started bringing the leash to me while she waits for me to get my jacket and shoes on! Medium energy—enjoys activity but settles well Great in the car, hops right in and settles down for the ride After her initial excitement at the start of a walk, she becomes excellent on leash with no pulling and consistent check ins with her handler Is reactive to cars and nervous in unfamiliar environments, will need a home dedicated to working with her on her confidence and reactivity Other Animals Dixie Jo has not integrated successfully with the resident dogs in her current foster home due to her enthusiastic on-leash greeting style, which the older dogs in my house do not appreciate. However, she did well in playgroups at her shelter and with dogs of various sizes at a previous foster home, showing she may do well with a more friendly, tolerant dog who understands her energy. A meet-and-greet with any resident dogs will be required. She is great with cats and horses and has showed some interest in chickens but is redirected easily. Health Spayed, UTD on Vaccines and HW Negative! Ideal Home Dixie Jo will thrive in a calm, patient home that can help her build confidence after a rough start to life. She’s truly a fantastic dog and would be a wonderful companion for someone who appreciates a sweet, sensitive dog that displays many of the typical traits of a cattle dog. Although she can be nervous when new people approach, barking or pulling on leash to approach them, she has been fine with them once she is able to greet them. Due to her reactivity to cars, a quieter neighborhood or a home with a yard would be best, she is not suited to city life. Dixie Jo has had many changes in the last few months of her life and her new owner will need to expect a period of adjustment and decompression time after adoption. While previous ACD experience isn’t necessary, adopters should take time to learn about common Cattle Dog traits. These dogs are loyal, intelligent, and wonderful companions—but knowing the breed beforehand helps ensure a successful match for everyone. Dixie Jo is located in Westhampton, MA. Ready to Meet Dixie Jo? If you’re looking for a loyal, loving companion who will blossom with patience and kindness, Dixie Jo just might be your perfect match. Contact: randazzomaryegmail Complete an Application: .acdra/adoption-application

• Physical Attributes

  Coat Length:

  Short

• Behavioral Characteristics

  OK with Kids:	Yes
  OK with Dogs:	Yes
  OK with Cats:	Yes
  Activity Level:	Moderately Active
  Other:	Housetrained

• Personality

  Personality Characteristics

  Affectionate

• Additional Information

  Was the Dog Found

  No