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My basic info
Breed
Border Collie
Color
Black - with White
Age
2 years 1 month old, Young
Size
Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg) (when grown)
Weight
45 lbs (current)
Sex
Male
Pet ID
1162
My details
Good with kids
Good with dogs
Good with cats
Purebred
Shots current
Spayed / Neutered
Housetrained
My personality
My story
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Here's what the humans have to say about me:
Psst! Hi there! I’m Nova, which means “new beginning” in Latin. I’m a bit shy until I get to know you, so let’s chat quietly a bit while I get to know you!
I am purebred BC, 1.5 years old, weigh 45 pounds, have been neutered and I am 99% potty trained, 100% crate trained and I walk nicely on leash. How did a nice dog like me end up in rescue? Well, I’m one of the lucky ones, of course!
I was born on a very busy, very loud, livestock working ranch with lots of other border collies. My first few weeks of life were a little difficult as I got burned by a heat lamp down the center of my face and almost drowned in a tub of water. I still have a bright red scar on my head from the burn that is flaky and a bit tender at times. My foster mom has been rubbing coconut oil on it to keep the scar soft and hopefully regrow some fur. I also got bit by another dog through the fence right on my lip and jaw, so I have a scar there too! Ouch! Some people say the scars are a little scary, but please look past that as I am THE SWEETEST, best boy in the world! My foster mom tells me this every day.
Even though I come from some fancy Border Collie bloodline, sometimes DNA just does weird things and I have hip dysplasia. It doesn’t really impact me right now, except I have the cutest butt wiggle and swishy tail as I walk and it does not stop me from running SUPER DUPER fast! But know that one day, It might cause me to have arthritis as I get older. That’s why my foster mom gives me some super yummy “vitamin” treats to help my joints stay strong.
My perfect home would be with a family that is understanding of my shyness and can help me not be such a scaredy-cat with loud noises. I’ve come a long way, but sudden loud noises still make me run & hide! Speaking of cats, I am cat friendly and can often be found napping with one of the kitties in my foster home. I love people of all ages, good with kids, and I definitely need a dog-brother or sister. I would also love a home that gives me nice warm, calm bubble baths because hoses with sprayers on the end really scare me. Speaking of water – I actually REALLY love splashing in the doggy pool my foster dad got for me and the pond at the park is amazing. The stinkier, the better in my book!
I also would really love a home with lots of toys. Did you know that I had NEVER had a toy or treats before coming into rescue? I didn’t even know how to eat a piece of chicken! Crazy, right?! It took me a few weeks of watching my foster brother and sisters eating treats and playing with toys to figure out what to do, but now I have got it down. Get new toy, kill the squeaker, remove stuffing. I’m a pro now!
I have the best manners – I know to sit, lay down and stay. I never jump on people. I know how to take treats with a soft mouth. I am a super good foot warmer and if you get lonely in the bathroom, I will totally go with you! I know not to bark in the house, but when I am outside, I do like to protect my family and will bark at deer, cars, or other critters that walk by the house.
Everyone who meets me says I am such a cool dog and that I am so handsome and sweet. Does that sound perfect to you? If so, please consider completing an application today!
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