SASHA - BORDER COLLIE / GREAT PYRENEES (LONG COAT) DOG FOR ADOPTION
Border Collie Dogs For Adoption in Paso Robles, CA, USA
For Adoption
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Nickname:
Sasha
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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 / Great Pyrenees (long coat). Border Collie/Great Pyrenees mix female puppy Meet Sasha from Kern County Animal Services. Sasha is a gentle giant - Pyrenees / Border Collie mix. She is a little shy and unsure but sweet as pie. She enjoys the company of other dogs and nuzzling up to her foster mom ever so gently. Sasha would make a great family or ranch dog. Sasha is estimated between 6-8 months old and already 51lbs. She is microchipped, UTD on vaccines and will be spayed before being adopted Sasha is in Arroyo Grande, CA More photos, video, and updates: .facebook/.cchdrescue/ search in posts and photo albums. Interested in Sasha? 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: Long -
Behavioral Characteristics
OK with Kids: Yes OK with Dogs: 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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