Australian Cattle Dog puppies and dogs in Bradenton, Florida

Size

(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,

Story

Bobo is a 2 and a half-year-old neutered male weighing 36.5 lbs who is heartworm negative and described as push-and-pull social in playgroup. He is friendly, curious, and affectionate with both staff and volunteers, greeting people at the kennel with a loose, relaxed body and wagging tail. Bobo is generally easy to leash, walks calmly to play areas, and remains composed around other dogs, even when they are barking. In the yard, he enjoys exploring, playing with toys, and engaging with handlers, frequently soliciting pets and leaning into affection. He is comfortable being handled, sits for treats, and happily interacts with people, often nudging or licking to continue receiving attention. Bo demonstrates a strong bond with humans, often jumping onto laps or leaning heavily into petting, yet he is capable of independent exploration and quickly returns to handlers when called. He shows appropriate manners both in playgroup and during walks, is easy to return to his kennel, and tolerates leash adjustments without issue. Overall, Bobo is a social, loving, and relaxed dog who thrives on human interaction and would make a wonderful companion for an active household that can provide attention, play, and affection. Foster Notes: Bo has been in my home for the last couple months and is doing quite well. He just needs time and patience and any new pup would. He gets on well with his fur mates and my 15 yo son loves him. He is kind to anyone coming to visit. No is reactive by barking once he leaves the home and placed on leash. He’s curious with keen sense of hearing. He was surrendered initially for a bite that the shelter assessed him for and found no future or immediate concern. He was living on the streets and I can only imagine what that does to a pup. He’s more relaxed now being in a home. Bo is house trained and sleeps some nights in the crate and some nights in bed with his fosters. He is starting training soon. I don’t recommend with small children since his herding tendencies are to nip.

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bret

Australian Cattle Dog Border Collie

Size

(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)

Details

Good with dogs, Not good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, Spayed or Neutered,

Story

Meet Bret! Bret is a 1-year old male Australian Cattle Dog/Border Collie mix who weighs 30.7 pounds. He is neutered, up to date on vaccinations, and heartworm negative. He is currently located in Spring Hill. Bret is a lovely, affectionate boy with tons of energy and enthusiasm for life. He absolutely loves to run and play, and he’ll happily soak up all the attention you’re willing to give. With his intelligence and drive, he would make a fantastic sports prospect or thrive with an active family that enjoys hiking, running, water activities, or other outdoor adventures. He does well with other dogs and would benefit from having another active canine companion to help burn off his energy. He is not a good fit for cats because he plays rough with them. His experience with small children is unknown. Bret is crate trained and leash trained (He is learning Heel, and how to ignore distractions on a leash). He is working on house training. If you’re looking for a fun, athletic, and affectionate companion to share your adventures, Bret may be the perfect match! Bret will be starting puppy school to learn basic commands soon, stay tuned! Apply to adopt www.ewenityfarmsbch.com

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Miller

Australian Cattle Dog

Size

(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)

Details

Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,

Story

Miller is a 3-year-old Black Tri Heeler. He was owner relinquished. His family went through a divorce and he was living in an apartment in a crate most of the day. They couldn't offer him the life he deserved. Great with other dogs! Loves to run and play fetch! He is a snuggle bug and super sweet. He would be an excellent Farm Dog, he's a herder!! Crate trained. Potty trained. Leash trained Knows basic commands. Learns very fast! Miller is super smart and needs a job. He LOVES car rides! He would be a phenomenal agility dog! He loves water! He's learned to wait his turn for treats with other dogs. He's learning to be good with chickens, he runs through them for fun and is just curious. He's pretty good with cats. If the cat runs from him he will probably run after it. If it stands up to him he'll be terrified of it. So far, he's not great with little kids but good with older kids. However, that's likely just an exposure/training issue. He has had some good experiences, but if his boundary is involved he's reactive. Miller has very strong protective genes. He is boundary reactive if an unknown someone is approaching his space that he is 'supposed to protect'. He recalls by name extremely well with treats, and will go to his crate or his room on command. You can also have him sit and focus on a treat while new people enter the space around him, which helps. A harness with a handle has proven very helpful. He can be amazing with new people once he's introduced properly. Restaurants and the drive-thru are too overstimulating because he's trying to protect the space around him and he's not sure what to do with the new people that enter. This is again something that could be trained. He has gone to stores like Tractor Supply and been fine because he doesn't own the space. Miller needs a home that understands this breed and can offer him the outlet to safely act on his natural instincts in a controlled environment. A big yard or farm and some training would go a long way. If he could guard a fence line or gate instead of a front door that would be ideal.

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Wombat

Australian Cattle Dog

Size

(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less

Details

Needs special attention, Spayed or Neutered,

Story

Wombat was picked up as a stray. He is coming to us end of week. he is said to be very submissive but a sweet boy, kind to all who meet him. He is hearing impaired may be able to hear some sounds. He will need to be introduced to hand signals and leash work. Deaf dogs are really no different and actually are very easy to train. Wombie has had all his vaccines and is getting neutered before he gets to his foster. He will be fostered in the Ft Myers area. more info and pix to come!!

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Heaven

Australian Cattle Dog

Size

(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained,

Story

Heaven 4 years and 7 months old good with other dogs, housebroken, crate-trained. Heaven was surrendered by family members after her owner got sick. Heaven is hw negative and SHE IS DEAF. Deaf dogs are awesome and easily trained. We would prefer someone who is heeler savvy and has some experience with deaf dogs or someone who can self initiate learning about life with deafies. They are the best!!! 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝘀𝘄𝗲𝗲𝘁, 𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗽𝘂𝗽 𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗱𝘀 𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝗮𝗰𝗲𝗯𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗺𝗮𝗴𝗶𝗰 𝘁𝗼 𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗽 𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗳𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗹𝘆. 🙏 ❤️ Heaven is looking for a hero to save her from the Alabama shelter she ended up in no fault of her own. Her owner got sick and could no longer care for dogs so family members took the dogs in the house to the shelter. We will transport her to Florida ♡ Heaven is just the sweetest! She is pure joy and love. She is a double merel heeler who is deaf, but it barely affects her. She absolutely loves to play! When she’s done, she is just a big lap dog and cuddle bug. Heaven gives the BEST kisses! She has the typical goofy and lovable heeler personality. Her fur is so soft, like velvet. She’s very alert and easy to call back inside when out, because her eyes and nose work overtime to make up for her loss of hearing. Heaven is such an amazing dog. Her eyes stay focused on you and will obey hand signals. If you’re looking for a super fun loving dog that wants all the love and affection, she’s your girl!! Can you foster Heaven?? Or better yet adopt this sweet girl?? If you are unable can you please share her info in hopes she will be rescued?? ❤️ 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝘆 𝗡𝗼𝘄. ✏️ https://www.ewenityfarmsbch.com/

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Macaroon

Australian Cattle Dog

Size

(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)

Details

Good with dogs, Needs special attention, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,

Story

Macaroon is a 5-year-old heeler mix who has not had a kind life but so deserves one! A very timid girl she would thrive in a calm, secure, structured, dog-savvy home environment with maybe another quiet dog or two. Macaroon has been in a temporary foster home and is ready to move up to a longer term foster or forever home. Mac is healthy, vaccinated, spayed, and heartworm free. She is also quiet, and timid at first with both people and dogs, but once she warms up loves to be loved on. She also loves to play with toys and enjoys a game of fetch. Mac would benefit from more socialization, leash work, and a kind, patient, dog-savvy family that can set boundaries while also giving lots of TLC. Her energy level needs a fenced yard for play. Mac would be perfect for a calm person or couple with a steady routine that can introduce her to new situations and walks in small doses. She's very food motivated, house trained, and loves her crate -- her safe space. Mac longs to trust in people and be an active companion for hiking, the beach, day trips, and yard play! If you can be her hero by fostering or adopting, please submit an application to ewenityfarmsbch.com. She needs acclimation to car rides, walking out in public, and exposure to men. There is no animosity or reactivity, we just pancake or shake. She would be a project dog for a retired couple, who have no pressing events like vacations, grandkids coming etc. If you give her time and patience she will come around. Mac has been in a temp situation and sadly they have to travel, and do not feel she is ready for that. She is being returned to her former temporary foster. A new foster home for her is imperative to her moving forward. If you can help please submit an app to ewenityfarmsbch.com..

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Or, how about these Australian Cattle Dogs in cities near Bradenton, Florida

These Australian Cattle Dogs are available for adoption close to Bradenton, Florida.

Australian Cattle Dog

Size

(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,

Story

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bret

Australian Cattle Dog Border Collie

Size

(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)

Details

Good with dogs, Not good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, Spayed or Neutered,

Story

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Miller

Australian Cattle Dog

Size

(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)

Details

Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,

Story

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Wombat

Australian Cattle Dog

Size

(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less

Details

Needs special attention, Spayed or Neutered,

Story

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Heaven

Australian Cattle Dog

Size

(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained,

Story

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Macaroon

Australian Cattle Dog

Size

(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)

Details

Good with dogs, Needs special attention, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,

Story

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These pups are in Bradenton, Florida too!

Below are our newest added Australian Cattle Dogs available for adoption in Bradenton, Florida. To see more adoptable Australian Cattle Dogs in Bradenton, Florida, use the search tool below to enter specific criteria!

Mink

Australian Kelpie

Female, Young

Size

(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)

Details

Good with dogs, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,

Story

Mink is a really nice girl but still a little shy, but coming around. She would do best in a quiet environment to help get comfortable and build confidence. She is not livestock reactive and seem to get along with everything but she has not been close to cats, so don’t know about that. If you are interested in giving this sweet girl a safe place as a foster or foster to adopt please reach out. Mink was found to be heartworm positive and has been treated. She will be coming to FL in 30 days after recovery and once we have a Florida foster commitment we can arrange transportation from Alabama.

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Rosie

Australian Shepherd

Female, Senior

Size

(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)

Details

Good with dogs, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,

Story

Meet Rosie 🌹 Rosie is a 10-year-old, 38 lb Australian Shepherd with a gentle, sensitive soul looking for a calm, patient home. She forms a deep bond with her person and is happiest when she feels safe and close by your side. She is housebroken and currently working on leash and crate training. When frightened, Rosie may pull hard on the leash trying to get away, so she’ll need an adopter experienced with leash work or willing to work with a trainer. She is making great progress and gaining confidence every day. Rosie can be sensitive around men and will need slow, respectful introductions. She shows interest and excitement toward smaller dogs from a distance (not formally tested yet) and can adjust to a slightly larger calm dog. She does best with gentle, relaxed dogs, not ones that are overly energetic or in her face. A secure fenced yard is strongly preferred, ideally with some privacy to help her feel safe while outside. Rosie will still need to stay on a leash in the yard, as she can become nervous and try to bolt. This safe space will help her continue building confidence. Rosie can be a bit picky with food (she does best with wet food or meat mixed in with her dry food), but she always eats when she likes it. Rosie will be a project dog, but for the right, dog-savvy person, she is an incredibly rewarding companion. She’s looking for someone patient, understanding, and willing to let her set the pace, who will cherish the quiet, loyal bond she has to offer. 🌸•🌸•🌸•🌸•🌸•🌸•🌸•🌸•🌸 Note from Shelter: Rosie is a 10-year-old, 38 lb spayed female who is heartworm negative and was owner surrendered when her owner could no longer care for her. It appears Rosie lived a very sheltered life prior to arriving at the shelter and had never been walked on a leash. Since intake, Rosie has been extremely fearful and shut down in the kennel environment, often trembling, avoiding eye contact, and freezing when approached. She frequently refuses to walk on leash and will need to be carried to quieter spaces. Despite her fear, Rosie consistently allows handling, petting, and medical care without any signs of aggression. She remains gentle and tolerant even during stressful situations. When placed in a quiet office setting with familiar dogs from her previous home, Rosie shows encouraging signs of comfort and social connection. She seeks out the other dogs, choosing to curl up beside them and rest, and will cautiously explore the room once she feels safe. As she becomes more comfortable, her body softens and the trembling subsides. Rosie is a sensitive, gentle senior who appears deeply overwhelmed by the shelter environment but finds reassurance in calm canine companionship. She would greatly benefit from a patient rescue that can provide a quiet home, time to decompress, and gentle guidance to help her build confidence and feel safe again.

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Scout

Australian Shepherd