My name is Holly!

I am Holly! I am currently being fostered in Nashville, TN and I’m looking for my furever home.

I am a Border Collie mix, about 14 months old and weighing approximately 50 lbs. I am spayed, microchipped, and fully up-to-date on shots. I was found on a dirt road along a small lake near Crossville, TN and had been living in the woods for several weeks when I was rescued.

I have the sweetest demeanor. I am crate trained and it is my safest space where I take refuge at all times. I prefer to take my meals in my crate. If you leave the house and I’m in my crate, I’ll be just fine.

I love retrieving all my toys from around the house to collect them in my crate. I even borrow from my siblings but it's all in fun and I have not shown aggression when sharing food or toys.

I know how to “sit” very well, even when running at full speed! I know basic commands including down, kennel, leave it, off, and stay. I will be very sweet, but it might take a little time for me to warm up to my new home as I am sensitive. I prefer to get to know a few small spaces very well and have a predictable routine. When walking on a leash, I get scared and pull to return home. I know with some training and consistency, I’ll overcome this!

I am frightened by outdoor noises, and large machinery & equipment. My confidence has been growing since I got to spend three months living with a professional trainer who found me, and I learned so much!

I have zoomies right after my meals, and enjoy lounging for the rest of the day. My foster family has a fenced yard and keeps an eye on me at all times.

One of my favorite things each day is being brushed. I’m afraid of the outside and its noises scare me. I prefer being indoors and often need my ‘brave leash’ on to go to the bathroom outside. I prefer to be accompanied to my same spot. If you leave me alone outside, I might try to dig a hole. But most likely, I will come sit at the door asking to come inside.

I like blankets so much that I will shred them or any type of bedding or cloth, including stuffed animals, if given the chance. I enjoy chewing on my durable rubber toys, bones, and Himalayan chews. I sometimes like to watch TV if it isn’t too loud. My former foster mom would take me to dog parks without incident. I easily go to the vet and groomer, so I must have had prior familiarity with these spaces. I am not afraid of cars and ride well in the car. I get along with my current foster brother but I tend to rough house sometimes.

I’ve met a few cats and children and liked them. I try to avoid situations with lots of new things or people. I enjoy alone time and will need an owner who is patient and experienced in training to help me be the best companion I can be. I will need a reliable routine and the opportunity to play positive reward/training games every day to continue building my confidence. Please submit your application to welcome sweet Holly to her furever home!

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

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