MATRIX - DIAMOND DOG - AUSTRALIAN CATTLE DOG/BLUE HEELER / MIXED (MEDIUM COAT) DOG FOR ADOPTION

Description

Dog Breed: Australian Cattle Dog/Blue Heeler / Mixed (medium coat). MEET MATRIX — THE BOY WHO HAS BEEN WAITING FAR TOO LONG Somewhere out there is a family who has no idea that their dog has been waiting for them since November. His name is Matrix , and we think it’s time his wait finally ends. Matrix is an approximately 2-year-old, 45-pound Heeler/Cattle Dog mix, but those numbers don't begin to tell you who this special boy really is. Matrix has pogo sticks for legs and a heart that is even bigger. When he's happy, hungry, or convinced a squirrel has violated the terms of its agreement to stay out of his yard, those legs go into action! He takes his job as head of neighborhood security very seriously and will bravely protect his home from squirrels, suspicious shadows, and any other questionable “danger.” But underneath all that Heeler silliness is one of the sweetest, most affectionate boys you could ever meet. Matrix will do just about anything for a belly rub. In fact, he has been known to stop whatever he's doing, dramatically flop onto the ground, and make it perfectly clear that your immediate attention is required. And if you sit down? Even better. Because being in your arms may just be Matrix's favorite place in the entire world. He loves deeply and wants to be close to his people. His foster family jokes that Matrix puts the HEAL in Heeler because once you're his person, he wants to be right there beside you. When you come home, Matrix doesn't just greet you—he celebrates you. You may get one of his special Matrix hugs , or he may immediately drop into his play position because seeing his favorite person is obviously an occasion worthy of a game. Matrix also loves other dogs and has a blast playing with his foster brother. The two wrestle, play tug-of-war and keep-away, and, naturally, steal each other's toys—even when there are two identical toys sitting right there. Because apparently your brother's toy is always better. This silly boy is also house trained, leash trained, and knows basic commands. He has spent many months in foster care learning what it means to feel safe, loved, and part of a family. Now he deserves something even better: A family of his very own. Matrix came into rescue after being found as a stray and never reclaimed. Since November, he has watched and waited while other dogs found their homes. And somehow, this wonderful boy is still waiting. We don't want Matrix to spend another season wondering when it will finally be his turn. He would thrive with a family who appreciates his affectionate personality, playful Heeler spirit, and incredible loyalty. He enjoys other dogs, and if you already have a pup at home, a meet and greet is encouraged to make sure they're a great match. Matrix is one of our Diamond Dogs, which means his adoption fee has been reduced to $125 simply because he has been waiting longer than he ever should have. He is neutered, microchipped, current on core vaccines, and heartworm negative. Matrix doesn't need thousands of people to choose him. He just needs one. One person to see this post and think: “There you are. I've been looking for you.” Please share Matrix. His family may be one share away. Apply to adopt Matrix through Legacy Humane Society: legacyhumanesociety/adoption-application/ We do not have a facility to house the dogs in our program. They are all kept in foster homes until they are adopted. Therefore, if you are interested in adopting from LHS, please complete an online application at legacyhumanesociety/adoptfoster/adoption-application/ and we will contact you asap about the status of your application.

• Physical Attributes

  Coat Length:	Medium
  Altered	Yes

• Behavioral Characteristics

  OK with Dogs:	Yes
  Energy Level:	Moderate
  Activity Level:	Moderately Active
  Exercise Needs:	Moderate
  Other:	Yard Required Housetrained

• Personality

  Personality Characteristics

  Playful Affectionate

• Additional Information

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