PIRATE - AUSTRALIAN CATTLE DOG/BLUE HEELER (SHORT COAT) DOG FOR ADOPTION
Mutt Dogs For Adoption in Garden City, NY, USA
For Adoption
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Nickname:
Pirate
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Breed
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Gender
Male
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Age
Young
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Location
Garden City, NY, 11530 USAUSA
Description
Dog Breed: Australian Cattle Dog/Blue Heeler (short coat). Location: Raleigh, NC Before you apply, Pirate would like you to know three things: ‍☠️ He is ridiculously handsome. ‍☠️ He’s located just outside of Raleigh, NC. ‍☠️ He is still learning that the world isn't such a scary place. Meet Pirate Pirate is a sweet, gentle young adult (apx 2y/o) cattle dog whose past remains a mystery, but it's clear life wasn't always kind to him. When Pirate and his brother landed in a shelter, his brother quickly found a foster home. Pirate wasn't so lucky. Overwhelmed and frightened, he shut down completely. He didn't want to move, didn't want to interact, and was simply trying to make himself invisible. Thankfully, his foster mom saw past the fear and knew he deserved a chance to decompress and discover what life could be. Since joining ACDRA, Pirate has slowly begun to show us who he really is. Beneath that timid exterior is a silly, playful young dog who desperately wants to trust. As he settles in and feels safe, his personality continues to emerge, revealing a sweet companion with a goofy side that's impossible not to love. Pirate is looking for a calm, predictable home where he can continue building confidence at his own pace. A quieter household without young children would be ideal. He isn't the type of dog who needs excessive/constant activity or endless adventures—in fact, he's been perfectly content with a more relaxed lifestyle while he learns that good things happen when humans are around. He currently lives in a home that has multiple cats and two male cattle dogs. He has shown positive interest in the other dogs and enjoys their company, though he would likely be equally happy as an only dog or with a well-matched canine companion. Pirate's perfect family will understand that trust is earned, not rushed. They'll provide structure, routine, patience, and gentle guidance while celebrating the small victories that mean so much to a dog learning to feel safe. If you're looking for a loyal companion, a quiet shadow, and a dog whose gratitude will be measured in the trust he slowly places in you, Pirate may be your perfect match. Because Pirate has already experienced enough uncertainty in his young life, we will be taking our time to find the home that fits him best. Our goal isn't the first application—it's the right one. Could you be the person who shows Pirate that his best chapter is still ahead? Contact waterdingoes25gmail. Complete an Application: .acdra/adoption-application
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Physical Attributes
Coat Length: Short -
Behavioral Characteristics
OK with Dogs: Yes OK with Cats: Yes Activity Level: Highly Active Obedience Training: Has Basic Training Other: - Housetrained
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Personality
Personality Characteristics - Affectionate
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Additional Information
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CREATE A WANTED ADRescue Information
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Organization name
Australian Cattle Dog Rescue Association
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Location:
Garden City, New York, 11530 USAUSA
Breed overview
Overview:
A mongrel, mutt, or mixed-breed dog, is a dog that is not the result of breeding within an existing breed or to modify or create a breed and belongs to no breed. In the United States, the term "mixed-breed" is a favored synonym over "mongrel" among many who wish to avoid negative connotations associated with the latter term. The implication that such dogs must be a mix of defined breeds may stem from an inverted understanding of the origins of dog breeds. Pure breeds have been, for the most part, artificially created from random-bred populations by human selective breeding with the purpose of enhancing desired physical, behavioral, or temperamental characteristics. Dogs that are not purebred are not necessarily a mix of such defined breeds. Therefore, among experts and fans of such dogs, "Mongrel" is still the preferred term.
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