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My basic info
Breed
Australian Shepherd
Color
Merle
Age
8 years 9 months old, Adult
Size
Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg) (when grown)
Weight
40 lbs (current)
Sex
Male
Pet ID
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My details
Not good with kids
Good with dogs
Not good with cats
Purebred
Needs experienced adopter
Shots current
Spayed / Neutered
Housetrained
My story
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Here's what the humans have to say about me:
Meet Murphy, an eight year old working bred blue merle female that is looking for a new home after her owner passed away unexpectedly. She is located in southeast PA. About 40 pounds, Murphy is spayed, UTD on vaccinations and preventatives, housetrained, crate trained, and has no idea she's mature! She acts like a much younger dog. Like any Aussie, Murphy needs exercise but does have an off switch and can curl up next to you on the couch and chill. She hears every little noise and has to know what’s going on. She would love to chase the cats if allowed to, and no small children would be best. Murphy is exuberant with her friends and fine with strangers, just indifferent until she gets to know them. She would be a good chore dog but doesn’t need stock. She does need someone who is experienced with the breed and understands the unique needs of a working dog mentality. Murphy would be best with someone who wouldn't leave her alone for long periods or confined in a small area. She is coexisting with four Belgian Tervurens and a Corgi and is doing fine, although she can be a bit pushy. She can run with any of them and doesn’t seem to have any issue with the other two females. She has several advanced herding titles on stock and also has a tracking title.
Murphy is not in the ARPH program, but we are screening applications for her. Murphy has the potential to do whatever you want to do! She would be a wonderful, devoted companion for the right person, someone committed to regular, consistent exercise and stimulation for her. Could you be that person? If you think you might be, please submit an application for adoption at www.aussierescue.com
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