DUTTON - AUSTRALIAN SHEPHERD / COLLIE / MIXED (MEDIUM COAT) DOG FOR ADOPTION

Description

Dog Breed: Australian Shepherd / Collie / Mixed (medium coat). APPLICATION REQUIRED from .dashdog Adoption Fee $450 ***OUR APPLICATION IS NOT THE PETFINDER APP; OUR APPLICATION IS ON .dashdog. PLEASE complete OUR application if you are interested in meeting our dogs or puppies! Without OUR application being completed, you WILL NOT be considered or receive any communication from us. ***Our listed dogs ARE READY IMMEDIATELY; we only meet with families WHO ARE READY TO ADOPT! IF YOU APPLY and WE APPROVE YOU it means we are assuming when you meet any of our dogs and fall in love you're ready to ADOPT AND TAKE HIM OR HER HOME! Please READ ALL of our info below BEFORE SENDING APPLICATION. Our goal is to help our puppies and dogs find FOREVER HOMES AND FAMILIES, NOT TO MAKE IT PROHIBITIVE FOR YOU TO ADOPT. However, once we review the application and contact you, we MEET TO ADOPT, so please let us know if you are ONLY APPLYING TO STAY ON FILE or THAT YOU ARE READY TO ADOPT, for the consideration of our puppies and dogs and families who know the time is right! Thank you! APPLICATION REQUIRED from .dashdog Adoption Fee $450 - the fee is NON-NEGOTIABLE and is not specific for any dog or puppy; it goes to the expenses of the organization as a whole* OUR APPLICATION IS ON .dashdog and must be completed in order to set up a meeting. Our listed dogs ARE READY IMMEDIATELY; we only meet with families WHO ARE READY TO ADOPT! IF YOU APPLY and if WE APPROVE YOU it means we are assuming when you meet any of our dogs and fall in love you're ready to ADOPT AND HIM OR HER Home Dutton is a 2-year-old Australian Shepherd -Collie mix with the kind of gentle, loving personality that makes you fall for him almost instantly. He’s one of those dogs who doesn’t just like people… he really loves them. If given the choice, he’ll happily leave the dog crowd behind just to come sit at your feet and soak up attention. This sweet boy is incredibly smart and already has a great foundation—he knows “sit” and “shake,” and his recall is excellent. Dutton is the kind of dog who wants to be connected to his person, which makes him both easy to work with and a wonderful companion. Dutton does well with other dogs, though he’s still figuring out how to actually play . Right now, he’s more of a polite greeter—he’ll sniff, say hello, and then wander back over to his humans for reassurance and cuddles. It’s clear he hasn’t had much experience just being a carefree dog yet, but with a little time, confidence, and the right environment, we think that playful side is just waiting to come out. Dutton would thrive in a home where he can continue to build confidence, feel safe, and most importantly—be close to his people. Whether that’s lounging next to you on the couch or following you from room to room, he’s happiest when he’s with his person. If you’re looking for a loyal, affectionate, and incredibly sweet companion, Dutton may be your perfect match General Info - PLEASE READ! *Our $450 adoption fee is based on the cost of rescuing, transporting and vetting each dog; we do not try to compete on prices with municipal shelters whose funds are paid by the city. Our philosophy is to rescue highly adoptable dogs, have them live kennel-free in private homes for temperament assessments and individual personalities. We work hard to match EACH dog with the right family - kids or no kids, other dogs male or female and/or cats. With very rare exceptions all dogs over 6 months will be spayed or neutered PRIOR to adoption - dogs under 6 months will include a spay/neuter date AND referral info for lower-cost surgery if the adopter does not choose to use her or his personal vet. OUR VETS WILL NOT PERFORM SPAY NEUTER SURGERIES UNTIL DOG IS 6 MONTHS OLD. General Info - PLEASE READ! Our $450 adoption fee is based on the cost of rescuing, transporting and vetting each dog; we do not try to compete on prices with municipal shelters whose funds are paid by the city. Our philosophy is to rescue highly adoptable dogs, have them live kennel-free in private homes for temperament assessments and individual personalities. THERE WILL BE ZERO ACCEPTIONS MADE. We work hard to match EACH dog with the right family - kids or no kids, other dogs male or female and/or cats. With very rare exceptions all dogs over 6 months will be spayed or neutered PRIOR to adoption - dogs over 6 months will include a spay/neuter date AND referral info for lower-cost surgery if the adopter does not choose to use her or his personal vet. OUR VETS DO NOT RECOMMEND AND WILL NOT PERFORM SURGERY PRIOR TO 6 MONTHS.

• Physical Attributes

  Eye Color:	Gold
  Ear Type:	Semi-erect
  Tail Type:	Long
  Coat Length:	Medium
  Grooming Needs:	Moderate
  Likes to Vocalize:	Some
  Shedding Amount:	Moderate

• Behavioral Characteristics

  OK with Dogs:	Yes
  Energy Level:	Moderate
  Activity Level:	Slightly Active
  Exercise Needs:	Moderate
  Fence Required:	6 foot
  Obedience Training:	Needs Training
  Other:	Yard Required Crate Trained Housetrained Likes to Play with Toys

• Personality

  Personality Characteristics

  Playful Affectionate Eager to Please

• Additional Information

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