Adopt An Australian Cattle Dog

11 available Australian Cattle Dogs near you

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Luci

Australian Cattle Dog

Female, 6 yrs 1 mo

Lewis Center, OH

Color
White
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered
Story
Meet Luci!! She is a 6 year old Cattle dog who is in need of a new loving home. She is incredibly sweet, playful and loves people. She would do best in a home without other pets. If you are interested in meeting Luci you can apply at ricopetrecovery.org!
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Cattle Dog (aka "Cattle D")

Australian Cattle Dog

Male, adult

Columbus, OH

Color
Gray/Blue/Silver/Salt & Pepper
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs
House-trained
Spayed or Neutered
Shots are up-to-date
Story
We really outdid ourselves with originality in naming Cattle Dog, or “Cattle D” for not much shorter. Cattle Dog has all the energy and big personality you would expect from a Cattle Dog—he will patrol your yard to protect it from both squirrels and ghosts, but when not under attack from these nefarious villains, he loves to play with his friends and loves giving kisses and hugs and getting attention from his people. He’s a fantastic dog and just the best boy. A physically fenced yard is required. Cattle Dog is available for adoption in Ohio to residents of Ohio. If you are interested in adopting Cattle Dog, please complete the online application here (copy and paste into your browser): https://hhdane.formstack.com/forms/lostpetrecoveryadoptionform
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Oakley

Australian Cattle Dog

Male, adult

Columbus, OH

Color
Tricolor (Tan/Brown & Black & White)
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids
Good with dogs
Good with cats
Spayed or Neutered
Story
Silky soft, snuggly, and eager to please all the people he meets. Oakley is willing to trust new people, show his belly, give kisses. Knows 'sit,' 'lie down,' and getting acquainted with 'stay,' 'leave it,' and 'get down. Very interested in other dogs, but willing to be instructed to 'leave it' and carry on walking when we passed yards or houses with barking dogs. Fairly good on a leash. Very energetic, will be a good companion for someone athletic. But also Willing to hang out quietly while I you work on the computer or watched TV; even willing to ignore the nearby cats most of time. Curious about them but not wanting to interact with them. Before considering him as a pet do research on the breed. He is a herding dog and will try to steer you where he thinks you need to go. This will include nipping at your heels and hands if they are by your side. He will be good with older kids that understand his behavior. He is in a foster home so if you are interested in adoptiong me, please fill out an online adoption application at https://colonycats.org/adoption_app.html to expedite the process. Due to the large number of inquiries we receive, we are unable to respond to emails quickly. November 6, 2024, 3:21 pm
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Dobbie

Australian Cattle Dog Australian Shepherd

Male, 2 yrs 11 mos

Columbus, OH

Color
White - with Black
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids
Good with dogs
Good with cats
House-trained
Spayed or Neutered
Shots are up-to-date
Story
DobbieMaleAge: 2.5 YearsWeight: 55 lbsBreed: Australian Cattle Dog, Australian Shepherd MixGood With: Dogs, Cats, Kids Hi, I’m Dobbie! I am an energetic, cuddly and curious boy, who gets along great with other dogs and cats! I also love kids, but I am quite excitable so would do best in a home without young kids. I am house trained and crate trained – although I do well when left out of my crate too! I love learning new things, have completed several training programs, and have mastered all the basics like walking on a leash, basic commands (sit, stay, down, come, wait, okay, no) and can even “place” on command. I would love an adopter who can continue learning and growing with me and challenging me to be my best self. Being a young Cattle Dog mix, I will need an active adopter who is ideally experienced with herding or working breeds. I would also love a fenced in back yard for games of fetch although this is not required. In my free time I love to PLAY, be outdoors, cuddle, and be as close to my humans and fur siblings as physically possible. I also REALLY love to give kisses and I’ve never tasted a treat I don’t like! I can’t wait to have an adopter all my own who will provide me all the love and the active lifestyle I deserve! If you are interested in meeting Dobbie, apply to adopt at: www.causeforcanines.org Adoption fee: $350. Must be an Ohio resident and 23 or older. Children must be 10 years old or older. ##1385204##
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Buford

Cattle Dog Hound (Unknown Type)

Male, puppy

Sunbury, OH

Color
Gray/Blue/Silver/Salt & Pepper
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids
Good with dogs
Spayed or Neutered
Shots are up-to-date
Story
Please contact Meredith (Meredithclouse0@gmail.com) for more information about this pet.Heeler/Hound mixBuford is a Heeler/Hound mix born in April 2021. He is high energy and very happy! Buford is fully vaccinated and ready for his forever home. This is one smart puppy! Please send your Phone number if you would like to hear more about Buford!!November 2, 2024, 2:03 pm
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Heiflee

Australian Cattle Dog

Female, young

Sunbury, OH

Color
Red/Golden/Orange/Chestnut - with White
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids
Good with dogs
House-trained
Spayed or Neutered
Shots are up-to-date
Story
Red Heeler mixHeiflee came to us with 3 small puppies in July of 2022. Heiflee weighs 24 pounds and is guessed to be around 3 years of age. She has loads of personality, gets along great with other dogs, is house trained, and enjoys patrolling her foster mom’s acres! She is a great watch dog who is very affectionate and LOVES giving kisses! Please send us your phone number for more information about this sweet and funny girl!November 17, 2024, 8:38 am
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Roy

Australian Cattle Dog

Male, adult

Sunbury, OH

Color
Red/Golden/Orange/Chestnut - with White
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids
Good with dogs
Good with cats
Spayed or Neutered
Shots are up-to-date
Story
Adult Airedale mixRoy is guessed to be around 7 years old and loves to be with his people. He would make an excellent farm companion as he LOVES to ride in trucks and side by sides. Roy was dumped in the country and showed up at four different homes before the last family took him in and contacted our organization. PLEASE SEND US YOUR PHONE NUMBER IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO HEAR MORE ABOUT ROY!!November 2, 2024, 2:03 pm
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George Mcfly

Australian Cattle Dog

Male, 2 yrs 1 mo

Delaware, OH

Color
Red/Golden/Orange/Chestnut
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered
Story
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Hashbrown

Australian Cattle Dog Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 3 mos

Delaware, OH

Color
Brown/Chocolate
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Story
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Border Collie Brats Momma Luna

Australian Cattle Dog Retriever (Unknown Type)

Female, adult

Ashville, OH

Color
Black - with White
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Not good with cats
House-trained
Spayed or Neutered
Story
You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website. Online Adoption Application › Sweet Luna came to our rescue with puppies. She was an incredible momma. All of her pups have since been adopted but she is still patiently waiting on someone to call her their girl. She loves walks and just discovered how much she loves the sand volleyball court! This sweet girl came to DASH fearful and shy with little confidence. She has made great strides in the DASH Prison Training Program. Her handler says " Luna is better than a good pet, she's a good friend and a great roommate". When you wake up, she's looking at you like "What are we going to do today?", but she is not afraid to be alone either. She will do best with a person who responds in a calm, relaxed approach. She is highly intelligent, affectionate and loyal and attaches quickly to one person. She loves everyone though. She's a great dog who just needs a chance with a family that has time for her. She will need time to decompress, with love and patience to show her she is safe and part of the family. Luna is not cat-friendly but is sociable with other dogs, just not puppies.She has not been "kid tested" so proper meet & greets are always in order. We are excited and anticipate Luna finding her perfect home. Rescue Luna and she'll rescue you. Apply today! Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.March 8, 2025, 5:08 pm
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Frankincense

Australian Cattle Dog Jack Russell Terrier

Male, senior

Lancaster, OH

Color
N/A
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Spayed or Neutered
Story
Frankincense, or Frank, is currently in foster care. He is a gentle senior soul that gets along with all dogs, loves to snuggle, and prefers your pillow over any dog bed. He is sensitive around his neck and a little head shy but never aggressive. He uses steps to get on and off the bed and the couch because of a narrowing in his spine that limits his mobility and causes him pain at certain angles. He tolerates crating but much prefers to be loose when you are gone. We are considering this guy a medical special needs case, so if you're interested in potential adoption, please reach out to us so we can discuss his needs. If you have other animals in your home, we recommend bringing them in for a meet and greet before taking Frankincense home. If you are interested in meeting Frankincense, please submit an adoption form on our website: fairfieldcountydogs.com and we will contact you to arrange a time to visit. Primary Color: Black Secondary Color: White Weight: 37 Age: 10yrs 2mths 2wks
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Adopting a Australian Cattle Dog

Frequently asked questions about acquiring an Australian Cattle Dog - the pros and cons of adopting versus going through a breeder, and associated costs.

The cost to adopt an Australian Cattle Dog puppy is around $300, which helps the rescue or shelter cover the expenses of caring for the dog before adoption. In contrast, buying Australian Cattle Dogs from breeders can be prohibitively expensive. Depending on their breeding, they usually cost anywhere from $500 to $1,500, and show-quality or champion bloodline puppies can be priced higher.

The easiest way to adopt an Australian Cattle Dog is through a rescue that specializes in the breed. A great avenue to begin looking is starting a breed search on Adopt a Pet. The search will show you all the available Australian Cattle Dogs in your area.

Australian Cattle Dog fun facts

Fun Facts:

Australian Cattle Dogs are sometimes still referred to as Blue Heelers or Queensland Heelers.

By the end of World War II, the breed was nearly decimated in its native Belgium, but luckily dedicated dog-lovers revitalized the breed.

In French, "griffon" means "wire-haired," which is an indication of what this breed's coat looks like.

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Australian Cattle Dog Breed Guide

Before you adopt, learn everything about Australian Cattle Dog types to temperament and health issues to popular Australian Cattle Dog mixes in our Breed 101 Guides.