BEAR (JASON GRANVILLE) - AUSTRALIAN SHEPHERD / CATAHOULA LEOPARD DOG DOG FOR ADOPTION
Australian Shepherd Dogs For Adoption in Rockaway, NJ, USA
For Adoption
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Nickname:
Bear (Jason Granville)
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Breed
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Gender
Male
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Age
Adult
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Location
Rockaway, NJ, 07866 USAUSA
Description
Dog Breed: Australian Shepherd / Catahoula Leopard Dog. Bear is an absolutely stunning 8–9-year-old suspected Australian Shepherd mix with a personality that's just as beautiful as his looks. After sadly losing the only home he knew due to changes in his family's living situation, Bear is searching for the forever home he truly deserves. This handsome gentleman is everything you could ask for in a companion. He’s friendly with everyone he meets, wonderful with children, and gets along great with other dogs. Bear is also house trained, well-mannered, and has all the qualities that make living with him easy and enjoyable. Whether you're looking for a walking buddy, a loyal best friend, or a dog to simply relax with at the end of the day, Bear is ready to fill that role. At 8–9 years old, Bear has the perfect balance of companionship and calmness, with so much love still left to give. We know his next family will wonder how they ever lived without him. Bear is microchipped, neutered, and up to date on all vaccinations. Come meet this incredible boy and give him the forever home he's been waiting for. (function () { // Only on animal detail pages if (!/\/animals\/detail/i.test(location.pathname)) return; // Debounce to avoid double-fire (touchend + click, etc.) var lastNavAt = 0; function toFullSize(url) { try { var u = new URL(url, location.href); u.searchParams.delete("width"); u.searchParams.delete("height"); return u.toString(); } catch (e) { return url || ""; } } function looksLikeAnimalPhoto(url) { return /\/pictures\/animals\/\d+\/\d+\/[^?#]+\.(jpg|jpeg|png|gif)/i.test(url || ""); } function handler(e) { var el = e.target; if (!el) return; // Find the closest anchor or image in the click path var a = el.closest ? el.closest('a') : null; var img = el.closest ? el.closest('img') : null; var url = ""; // Prefer anchor href if it points to an animal photo if (a && a.getAttribute) { var href = a.getAttribute("href") || ""; if (href && (href.indexOf("/pictures/animals/") !== -1 || looksLikeAnimalPhoto(href))) { url = href; } } // Otherwise fall back to the image src if (!url && img && img.getAttribute) { var src = img.getAttribute("src") || ""; if (src && (src.indexOf("/pictures/animals/") !== -1 || looksLikeAnimalPhoto(src))) { url = src; } } if (!url) return; // Absolute URL + full-size version try { url = new URL(url, location.href).toString(); } catch (_) {} url = toFullSize(url); // Stop PrettyPhoto (and any other delegated click handlers) e.preventDefault(); e.stopPropagation(); if (e.stopImmediatePropagation) e.stopImmediatePropagation(); // Debounce var now = Date.now(); if (now - lastNavAt < 500) return; lastNavAt = now; // SAME TAB navigation to the full-size image location.href = url; } // Capture phase is the key: we get the event before PrettyPhoto. ["click", "pointerup", "touchend"].forEach(function (evt) { document.addEventListener(evt, handler, true); }); })();
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Physical Attributes
Altered Yes -
Behavioral Characteristics
OK with Kids: Yes OK with Dogs: Yes Energy Level: Moderate Activity Level: Moderately Active Other: - Housetrained
- Good in a Car
- Likes to Play with Toys
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Personality
Personality Characteristics - Playful
- Affectionate
- Intelligent
- Even-Tempered
- Gentle
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Additional Information
Was the Dog Found No
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CREATE A WANTED ADRescue Information
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Organization name
Eleventh Hour Rescue
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Location:
Rockaway, New Jersey, 07866 USAUSA
Breed overview
Australian Shepherd
A.K.A.: Aussie, Little Blue Dog, Spanish Shepherd, Pastor Vasco, New Mexican Shepherd, California Shepherd, American Shepherd, New Mexican Sheepdog, California Sheepdog, American Sheepdog, Australian Sheepdog
Overview:
The Australian Shepherd, despite its name, actually originated in the western United States during the 19th century, bred primarily for herding livestock on ranches. These striking dogs are medium-sized with a sturdy build, often sporting captivating merle coats (blue or red) and piercing blue, amber, or marbled eyes, sometimes with two different colors (heterochromia). Known for their exceptional intelligence and high energy, Aussies possess a strong work drive and thrive on having a "job" to do, whether it's agility, obedience, or extensive exercise. Their temperament is generally loyal, affectionate, and good-natured with their families, though they can be reserved with strangers. Due to their high exercise requirements and need for mental stimulation, they are best suited for active families or individuals with ample outdoor space and a commitment to training; apartment living is generally not ideal. Potential owners should also be aware of common health concerns like hip and elbow dysplasia and certain eye conditions, including Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA) and Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA).
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