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DASH - BORDER COLLIE DOG FOR ADOPTION
Border Collie Dogs For Adoption in Alexander, AR, USA
For Adoption
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Nickname:
Dash
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Breed
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Gender
Male
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Age
Adult
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Location
Alexander, AR, 72002 USAUSA
Description
Dog Breed: Border Collie. PLEASE NOTE! Unless stated otherwise, our dogs and puppies are located in Arkansas, and transported to the north/northeast once adopted. We do occasionally have dogs/puppies placed in foster homes in the north/northeast. In the cases where the pet is somewhere other than Arkansas, it will be noted beside the name of the pet. Courtesy post. Dash is a 3yo. Border Collie (mix? Appears mostly Border Collie). About 55 lbs. Neutered. Microchipped. Vaccinated. He is house broken but if he gets excited, may tinkle. Crate trained. Leash trained. Has basic dog training: heel, stay, sit & come. Good recall. Has boarded during vacations. Is regularly groomed. He loves to be outside in any type of weather. He loves to run and play fetch. He looks to please his people. He is smart, loving, energetic, great with kids, & loves his humans. Gentle with small dogs. Loves attention, hugs and cuddling. He would do well with an active family. He is trainable. He has great potential and enjoys being engaged. Negative Behaviors: Digs holes if bored Chews if bored Loves car watching. Would probably try to chase cars if he didn't have a fenced in yard. Slight Jumper especially when excited & playing outside. Ankle nipper (not aggressive) can be annoying to the pack. Just doing what herding dogs do. Good with other dogs but may growl if he feels threatened by another dog. No interaction with cats. Would probably chase the cat. Cats or any other animal should be properly introduced. Fun traits: He sorts his food He likes to stop & greet you on his way in & out of the house. Routine like behavior Tries to herd everyone! Loves toys (will throw them in the air & barks) Made up game: Throws bucket downstairs, barks at it, fetches it, and starts all over. In New England To apply, please fill out the adoption app: form.jotform/212690945239059 Message us or email apps.aasrgmail with any questions. Our typical adoption fee for puppies younger than 6 months old is $400, and for older puppies and adults, the usual fee is $350. This includes microchip, spay/neuter, up to date on age appropriate vaccinations, dewormings, flea/tick treatment, and heartworm test (if over 6 months old) as well as heartworm treatment if they test positive. There is a transport fee of $150 per dog, depending on the transporter. We use Pack Leaders Rescue Dog Transport most often, but also use Hearts Transport as well on occasion. Please visit our Facebook page too! .facebook/adoptastrayrescueorg For more info regarding adopting, email apps.aasrgmail Thank you for considering one of our rescue babies!
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Behavioral Characteristics
OK with Kids: Yes OK with Dogs: Yes Other: - Housetrained
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Additional Information
Was the Dog Found No Other - Up-to-date on Vaccinations
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Organization name
Adopt-A-Stray
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Location:
Alexander, Arkansas, 72002 USAUSA
Breed overview
Border Collie
A.K.A.: Scotch Collie, Scottish Sheepdog, Sheepdog, Working Collie, Farmers Dog, The Eye Dog, Heading Dog, Collie, Farm Collie, Shepherd's Dog, Northern British Sheepdog, Scotch Sheepdog, Highland Collie, Lowland Collie, Welsh Sheepdog, Northumbrian Sheepdog, Old Border Collie, English Sheepdog, Working Border Collie, BC
Overview:
The Border Collie is a highly intelligent and energetic herding dog, originating from the Anglo-Scottish border region where they were bred for their exceptional sheep-gathering abilities. Physically, they are medium-sized dogs with an athletic build, typically weighing between 30-55 pounds, and feature a double coat that can be rough or smooth, appearing in a wide variety of colors, though black and white is most common. Their alert, intense gaze is a hallmark of the breed. Temperamentally, Border Collies are renowned for their incredible trainability, eagerness to please, and boundless energy, making them excellent candidates for dog sports like agility and obedience. However, this high drive means they require significant mental and physical stimulation; without proper outlets, they can become bored and destructive. While loyal and affectionate with their families, their herding instincts can sometimes translate to nipping at children or other pets if not managed, making them generally better suited for experienced owners who can dedicate time to their training and exercise needs. They are definitely not suited for apartment living and thrive in homes with large, secure yards and active lifestyles. Health-wise, they are generally robust, but can be prone to certain genetic conditions such as Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA), hip and elbow dysplasia, and Trapped Neutrophil Syndrome (TNS).
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