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My name is Rio!

Posted over 3 years ago

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My basic info

Breed
Border Collie
Color
Black - with White
Age
5 years 1 month old, Young
Size
Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg) (when grown)
Weight
–
Sex
Male
Pet ID
3442

My details

Checkmark in teal circle Good with kids
Checkmark in teal circle Good with dogs
Checkmark in teal circle Purebred
Checkmark in teal circle Shots current
Checkmark in teal circle Spayed / Neutered
Checkmark in teal circle Housetrained
Checkmark in teal circle Has special needs

My story

Here's what the humans have to say about me:

Coming Soon to California: Special Needs: BLIND

Meet Rio! An approximately 2 year old border collie male. Rio is a very sweet border collie who gets along with all dogs and people. Rio is considered high energy and needy who loves toys, human engagement and playing with tolerant dogs.

Rio is blind in both eyes and will need to go to the right owner and environment. He is well adapted and gets around very well and is capable of going up and down stairs, navigating the house and yard. He does take time and is cautious or timid in a new environment. Rio is going to need a committed, patient and understanding home! Blind dog experience is major bonus but someone who is looking for a project, this could be your guy!!!

Rio is high energy and we think was left by himself a lot in the past. With this being said, he has developed some OCD like tendencies like spinning circles and or running back and forth in the yard. This can be acknowledged by redirecting him or keeping him busy.

Rio needs:
-Committed and experienced dog owner
-time to engage and train
-a secure fenced yard and a home free of hazards such as swimming pools or sharp objects
-someone active! Rio loves to play and go for walks.
-a home that will adapt to Rio’s needs!!! The less change to his environment the better
Rio is neutered, microchipped and UTD on shots. If you would like to learn more about this sweet boy, please submit and application.

If Rio sounds like a good fit for you, please fill out our application:

https://www.australianshepherdsfurever.org/adoption-application

All adoption fees are used for future rescue efforts.

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