SOFI - BORDER COLLIE / AUSTRALIAN CATTLE DOG/BLUE HEELER (MEDIUM COAT) DOG FOR ADOPTION
Paso Robles, CA, 93446, USA
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SOFI - BORDER COLLIE / AUSTRALIAN CATTLE DOG/BLUE HEELER (MEDIUM COAT) DOG FOR ADOPTION
Border Collie Dogs For Adoption in Paso Robles, CA, USA
For Adoption
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Nickname:
Sofi
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Breed
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Gender
Female
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Age
Young
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Location
Paso Robles, CA, 93446 USAUSA
Description
Dog Breed: Border Collie / Australian Cattle Dog/Blue Heeler (medium coat). Border Collie/Cattle dog mix, female Sofi is a 1.5 Y, 35lb, cattle dog / border collie mix. Sofi could no longer be with her past owner, through no fault of her own, and the shelters are packed to the brim. Fortunately, a foster stepped up and she is now decompressing as a CCHDR dog. Her foster has this to say: Despite her obvious fear of being in a new place without her previous person, we see glimmers of awesome in Sofi already. You can tell she is a good girl and will be a 100% velcro dog with her new humans. She didn't even have a collar on her when she showed up, and her previous owner showed no concern she would run away. She will adapt and overcome, but she will need, patient and experienced people for her new owners so she doesn’t have to go through this all again. Sofi treat motivated, sleeps well in her crate overnight, and is very intelligent. She seems to have the beginnings of great recall, and has been completely non-reactive with our cats . She is dog friendly and according to her former person excellent with young kids. Sofi is going to be someone’s best friend so long as they allow her time and space to learn how to love and trust again. Sofi is spayed, chipped, and up to date on vaccinations. Sofi is in Templeton, CA More photos and updates: .facebook/.cchdrescue/ search in posts and photo albums. Please complete an application at: bit.ly/CCHDR_App Note: No transport or blind adoptions. Prospective adopters must have a plan in place to meet and pick up their dog from the foster location.
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Physical Attributes
Coat Length: Medium -
Behavioral Characteristics
OK with Kids: Yes OK with Dogs: Yes OK with Cats: 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
Central Coast Herding Dog Rescue
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Location:
Paso Robles, California, 93446 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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