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TOMAS - BORDER COLLIE (MEDIUM COAT) DOG FOR ADOPTION
Border Collie Dogs For Adoption in Santa Cruz, CA, USA
For Adoption
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Nickname:
TOMAS
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Breed
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Gender
Male
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Age
Adult
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Location
Santa Cruz, CA, 95062 USAUSA
Description
Dog Breed: Border Collie (medium coat). Meet Tomas. The 6 year old black and white border collie! Despite no longer being a puppy, this handsome boy still has the energy to compete with one! He loves playing with a soccer ball, and here at the shelter he loves to dig in the sand box and play fetch in the yard. In his previous home he was mostly outdoors, but to keep him safe and healthy we recommend he be inside with his new family and let outside for play time! Tomas has been very friendly and sociable here at the shelter, both with people and dogs. Because he is a high energy dog, he may not get along with every dog, so a slow and thoughtful introduction with any resident pups is highly recommended. He will need plenty of mental and physical stimulation to keep him happy and burn off his energy in his fur-ever home. If you are looking for a friendly and energetic companion to play with you, come by and meet Tomas today! The Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter Foundation is now offering âPawsitivity Bucksâ with every dog adoption. This $200 training voucher is a way for newly adopted canines and their guardians to connect with local positive reinforcement based behavior consultants and get their relationship started off on the right paw! Please note: Our Santa Cruz locationâs Shelter hours are 11-6pm, 7 days a week! Although clients can walk through and see any animals in their kennels during open hours, we end âmeet and greetsâ (aka meeting an animal out of the kennel) at 4:30pm every day. If youâd like to meet an animal out of the kennel, please arrive before 4:00pm to allow for time to discuss individual animals and meet them.
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Physical Attributes
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Organization name
Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter
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Location:
Santa Cruz, California, 95062 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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