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Australian Shepherd puppies and dogs in Thornton, Colorado

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HERO

Australian Shepherd

Male, 1 yr 3 mos
Westminster, CO
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Hero is the hero we all need! Hero has come such a long way since entering his foster home.  He was very scared and unsure at first, but with some encouragement he has gained a lot of confidence. He is unsure with new people but warms up pretty well and is sure to be your velcro dog once he trusts you. He is a big lover like a teddy bear, he loves to cuddle.  Hero does great walking on a leash and loves to learn new things. He knows how to sit, stay and some oter basic commands, he is a smart boy! Hero is potty trained and crate trained! I have 2 small dogs of my own and he has gotten along with them well, he likes to tease them to get them to play with him and they chase eachother around. He loves to play with toys, tug-o-war is his favorite. He sleeps in his kennel at night like a little angel. Hero is the best boy!   ##1981545##
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KISS-KISS

Australian Shepherd

Female, 2 mos
Westminster, CO
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Hi there! My name is Kiss-Kiss, and I’m the sweetest, calmest little pup in my litter. I’m all black with a tiny, adorable white patch on my chest that makes me extra special. While my sisters are busy bouncing around, I’m more likely to be found cuddled up with my foster family or just soaking up the love. I’ve even earned a special spot on the couch—my foster mom says I’m too cute and cuddly to resist!I’m a gentle soul and the most people-loving pup of my sisters. I’d probably do wonderfully in a family with kids because of my calm and affectionate demeanor. I also love other dogs, but I can be a little shy when meeting new friends. Once I meet them face-to-face and realize I’m safe, I warm up quickly and love to play. With plenty of socialization while I’m young, I’ll grow into a confident, well-rounded dog.Like my sisters, I’m working hard on my training! I’m great at sleeping through the night in my crate, and I’m making awesome progress with potty training. I’ve even started learning commands like “sit,” and I’d love to continue training with my forever family.I’d be happiest in a home with a yard where I can stretch my legs and play. While I enjoy a good romp, I’m a bit more relaxed than my sisters, so I’m equally happy curling up with my people for a quiet moment. My foster mom thinks I’ll grow to be a medium-to-large-sized dog (at least 55 lbs), so I’ll need a family ready to help me grow into my big, loving paws.If you’re looking for a gentle, cuddly, and affectionate pup to bring into your family, I think we’d be the perfect match! I can’t wait to meet you and become your best friend for life. ##2245923##
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KEEPER

Australian Shepherd

Male, 2 mos
Westminster, CO
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Keeper is sweet, funny, friendly, and extremely smart. He loves cuddling, playing, being with other dogs and humans. He is getting better at separation and has adjusted well to crate time! He is truly impossible to not love and makes you laugh regularly.  You can find Keeper sitting at your feet, snuggling in your lap, or giving you a kiss. He LOVES being loved and looks to you as his "person". He loves wrestling, playing with toys, training with treats, or simply sleeping in your arms. He loves music and being rocked like a baby! Keeper is already close to potty trained and goes potty right away when getting outside. He plays and sleeps hard, but definitely will need exercise, so should go to an active, loving family! Since Keeper is so young, he's new to leashes. However, he is super smart and will absolutely catch on in no time! ##2245927##
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MONICA

Australian Shepherd

Female, 2 yrs
Westminster, CO
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Monica is a highly intelligent, gentle, quiet, quick to learn, dog.  She loves being near her people, whether that be curled up in a dog bed watching TV with us, lying on the floor near the kitchen while dinner is cooked, or sitting outside in the sunshine watching the squirrels and birds while her foster mom drinks her coffee. Monica loves being in nature, smelling the air and enjoying the sunshine.  She walks very well on a leash and loves stopping to smell all the great smells.  She enjoys chin scratches, ear rubs, and relaxing together.  Monica is extremely responsive, wanting to please, and changes her behavior when requested with a simple gentle verbal command.  She loves to snuggle in blankets with her favorite stuffed toys.  When we venture out to pet stores or on walks, she gets along with everyone that she meets, dog and human alike.  She is doing great with learning that cats can be friends, and would likely do well in a home with cats, with some gentle training and slow introduction.  Monica came to her foster’s home with extreme anxiety but has been making HUGE progress toward feeling safe and doing well in her crate.  She now sleeps all night in her crate with no problems, and has a tail wag and a kiss for her foster mom in the mornings. Monica really enjoys being with “her” people, and would love to be in a home with a stay-at-home parent or someone who works from home.  She has also done great accompanying her foster family on adventures such as looking for a Christmas tree or going shopping.  Note: Monica is still learning to be safe in the world again, after being in a shelter with her puppies.  She may have anxiety around separation and being in her cage / crate as she transitions to her forever family, so adopters that will be understanding and supportive are essential.  (Her foster mom has learned ways that soothe her and help ease her anxiety and would love to share those with her forever family.)  For more updates and photos of Monica, please see her Instagram at Furry.FosterFriends ##2245922##
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Onyxx

Australian Shepherd American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, Adult
Fort Lupton, CO
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Hi meet Onyxx! He is 3 years old and is a great family dog. He is potty trained, neutered, great with people and kiddos. He doesnt do well with other dogs, especially small dogs. He would do well in a home with no other dogs and with a back yard to get his energy out. He would do well with an experienced owner who can spend time with him and give him the energy outlet he needs.
We'll also keep you updated on Letif's adoption status with email updates.
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Letif

Australian Shepherd Australian Cattle Dog

Male, 4 yrs 8 mos
Fort Lupton, CO
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Letif is a shy but sweet 4 1/2 year old male Australian Shepherd/Cattle Dog mix. He is currently in a foster home and is ready for adoption!

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Domino

Border Collie Akita

Female, Adult
Thornton, CO
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Not good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Domino is a very sweet, 50 pound energetic herding breed mutt that is about 6 years old. She loves people - adults and children, and she LOVES to run. One of her favorite things in the world is just cuddling up next to her favorite humans (which is anyone!), receiving love. She is great with basic training skills like sit, fetch, stay, leave it, and is good with recall. Domino also LOVES her crate - it is her safe space, and she does very well sleeping in it at night, or if she needs a break. She has never had any major issues with her health, aside from some issues with her teeth and minor bumps and bruises from romping around. While she is absolutely fantastic with people, she can be touch and go with other dogs. She was brought up extremely socialized with other dogs, but as she has gotten older, her behavior around other dogs has become less predictable. We have had issues between her and our other pets, and we feel like she may flourish to live her best life with another family.
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Kylo

Border Collie Labrador Retriever

Male, Adult
Thornton, CO
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Kylo is a wonderful boy! He will be 5 years old in a few weeks and is very well trained and loved. He loves to play and is very food motivated. He knows a ton of tricks, sit, spin, lay down, high five, shake, roll over and is learning to sit pretty, he also knows to wait for his food until we release him. He is house trained, potty trained and crate trained. He loves new people and is great with other dogs and wonderful with our 1 year old daughter, he loves attention and is very affectionate. We absolutely adore him but don't have the time he needs and it breaks our hearts but we know that he deserves better as we are at work 9 to 10 hours a day. We would love him to have another dog to play with though im sure he would be wonderful on his own, or an active family. He loves hikes and is good off leash. A yard would be great but not needed, he is used to apartments. We've spent the last five years loving him and training him to be as wonderful as he is, we want him to be just as loved.

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Australian Shepherd shelters & rescues in Thornton, Colorado

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9.7 miles

Rocky Mountain Puppy Rescue

Westminster, CO 80031

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11.1 miles

Soul Dog Rescue

1245 Factory Circle, Fort Lupton, CO 80621

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rescue

14 miles

RezDawg Rescue

Denver, CO 80207

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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17.1 miles

Humane Society of Boulder Valley

2323 55th Street, Boulder, CO 80301

Pet Types: cats, dogs, small animals

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Rescue

17.1 miles

POSO Dog Rescue - Colorado

Boulder, CO 80301

Pet Types: dogs

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Rescue

17.1 miles

Ozzie and Friends Rescue CO

Boulder, CO 80301

Pet Types: dogs

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Rescue

18.8 miles

CO Corgis and Friends

Denver, CO 80224

Pet Types: dogs

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Rescue

19.8 miles

Mile High Canine Rescue, Inc.

Mead, CO 80542

Pet Types: dogs

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Rescue

21.8 miles

Moms and Mutts Colorado Rescue for Pregnant & Nursing Dogs

2721 W Oxford Ave, Suite 7, Sheridan, CO 80110

Pet Types: dogs

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Rescue

22.5 miles

Circle 2 Rescue - Colorado Chapter

Denver, CO 80227

Pet Types: dogs

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