My name is Shuman!

This handsome young boy is a sweet Aussie mix who is named after the kind pilot that flew him
to his foster family in Auburn, CA.

Shu is a lean, tall 50 lbs., is neutered and UTD on vaccines and Heartworm/flee & tick prevention. He has quite a story…

Shuman came from a Central California Shelter where he was not thriving. He was shut down
and scared. Even animal control had a heck of a time trapping him off the streets. In the shelter, he was shy and wouldn’t eat or come out of the corner for affection. It was very likely he would have been euthanized had his foster parents not taken a chance to rehabilitate him. He is one lucky pup!

Today, less than three months later, Shuman has blossomed. He plays well with other polite
dogs, loves toys, and is good on a leash. He has been learning some commands while with his
foster family and knows Sit and Down. He is working on Stay and waiting at the thresholds.

Shuman now trusts his foster mom and dad but needs time to warm up to strangers. He has
gained some confidence, and his true puppy-like personality is showing through. He has begun
to walk up to neighbors for pets and treats while out on walks and greet his foster family at the door with a wagging tail. Shuman loves his balls too and will bark enthusiastically for ball play.

Sometimes he entertains himself by throwing the ball up and catching it. How Aussie is that?
Shu is crate trained and will need one in his new home because it’s his safe place when he
feels afraid or needs a break. In the evening, Shuman looks for something to chew on, so his
crate is a good place for him to enjoy a chew toy or bully stick.

You know the saying: You get out of a relationship what you put into it? With Shu, it will be that way. Shuman will need lots of patience with his new people. He occasionally will chew on things. He shouldn't but takes redirection well. He is not a dog you will meet and get lots of love from instantly. He says,” I am no labrador!”

He will need a secure environment with a very well fenced yard; he may try to ‘escape’ if he gets frightened so should be kept on a leash (even in the fenced yard) for the first few weeks in his new home for insurance. Shuman is afraid of quick movements and does not like loud popping noises like gunshots or chopping wood and will seek a place to hide when he hears them. This sweetie has a really good off switch and will relax most of the day but he loves to get his walkies out in the morning and evening so will do well with an active person, maybe someone who would like a running partner. No cats, chickens or other small animals please.

Once Shuman learns to love and trust you, he’ll show his fun, silly nature. We think he has
made incredible gains in a short time and will continue to be a Good Boy with the right
EXPERIENCED family. He may even ‘sit pretty’ and put his paws on you for affection which is
so endearing; when he does this, you’ll know you’ve become his person. Please consider this
boy. He deserves a soft warm bed with you to cuddle with!

If he sounds perfect for your family, here is the application:

https://www.australianshepherdsfurever.org/adoptions

There is an additional $20 microchip fee which includes registration and transfer to his new furever family.

All adoption fees are used for future rescue efforts.