Australian Shepherd puppies and dogs in Annapolis, Maryland

Update from her foster mom: She is a great pup & will make a loyal companion. She is my shadow in the house! She is very affectionate, curious, sweet & playful. LOVES playing with our other dogs.LOVES toys & chew bones. She is very food motivated & smart- & thus easy to train. Still working on house training (that is more our fault than hers) but getting better, comes when called, sits on command, knows “crate” (& is very good in her crate). Alrighty, who is ready for some adventure? This gorgeous girl for sure! Meet Summer! She is a young mixed breed, maybe 12 months, and currently about 25-30 lbs. She has gorgeous med. hair with brindle coloring, a nubby tail, and beautiful brown eyes! Her vet records say Australian Shepherd mix. She certainly has the body size, energy, and friendly disposition. She really warms up to all people and dogs nicely. She would love hikes, maybe agility, or maybe even herding classes? How ever you choose to engage with Summer, I’m sure she will excel, she is motivated to please you! We prefer to place her in a home with a securely enclosed back yard, no toddlers, or cats. (Herding children is not looked upon favorably. 😉) If you are interested in adopting Summer who is already microchipped, spayed, tested, crate-trained, and on preventions, just email me to request an adoption application at : marysmutts05@gmail.com.

Miss Charlie is about 6 years old and has been well taken-care of. Two years ago she had knee surgery and has been fine since. She is affectionate and loves to walk and play with her squeaky toys and talk by moving her mouth. I originally got her to be a companion for my other dog Hershey (chihuahua, Boston terrier mix) and they have been good friends. Charlie is very food motivated and will learn tricks motivated by treats. She only gets CET enzymatic chews that have kept her from having to have her teeth cleaned! Food is very important to Charlie and she will nip if she is shoved away from something she wants (like popcorn). She has never bitten hard. Until now, this has not been a problem because my grandson met her when he was 7, old enough to understand her food reactive nature. Now, however, I am babysitting my 8-month-old granddaughter five days a week and I am concerned about the tendency of a baby to pinch. She just wants to sit with you and be your best friend.

DISCLOSURE: The adoptable pets in our program are still in the care and custody of owners who wish to re-home their pet. Owners have enlisted Rescue Well to provide marketing and screening of applicants as a service, free of charge. All fees and adoption conditions are determined by the owner. We advise that adopters do not send payment or deposits for pets prior to adopting.  ***** Penny is 2yo, weighs 50lbs, is spayed, is up to date on her vaccines, and is microchipped.  Penny dislikes/fears the dark and loud noises; she LOVES car rides !  Penny's guardian have spent a considerable amount of time and money to determine the underlying reason for Penny's sudden onset without success.  She and her canine sibling are currently in a training program from which they'll graduate 1 March; Penny is learning how to properly walk on leash, sit, down, stay, and place.  Although she's doing well, Penny attacked her canine sibling again recently, which prompted her guardian to keep them separated.  Penny's guardian adds:   "When she’s with just my husband or me, she’s content.  But, she is much more content and visibly happy at training & doggy daycare because she’s active.  We have 2 dogs in addition to Penny that we had before we adopted her - a 9yo lab and the 3yo lab.  Our jobs are very demanding, and it was always fine that the dogs had a more chill lifestyle until recently.  It is not fair to Penny to have to be crated or in another room because she can’t get along with our other dog anymore.  We want her to be able to run freely, be as active as she possibly can.  We are heartbroken, and this is the toughest decision we’ve ever had to make.  But in the end, it’s about her happiness and quality of life that matters most." Penny's guardian explains why she has made the difficult decision to rehome her:  Although Penny and one of her canine siblings were the best of friends, Penny has inexplicably attacked and bitten her a few times since December 2023.   Lunge/Attack/Bite Incidents:  Since December in 2023, in Hollywood, MD, Penny has attacked and bitten one of her canine sibling without provocation; the bite broke the skin, animal control was not involved and veterinary treatment was not necessary.  Penny's guardian explains:  "Penny lunged at and attacked our other dog.  Our other dog ended up with a gsh in her ear, chest, and bit marks on her front leg.  They were not severe, so we cleaned them up and they're healing." Penny's guardian states the following regarding children:  Although Penny hasn't lived with children, her guardian recommends her living with children, stating "Penny loves our two young nieces and nephew.  She is gentle with them, lays next to them, and loves when they play with her". Penny's guardian states the following regarding dogs:  Although Penny lives with two dogs, her guardian doesn't recommend her living with dogs, stating "Prior to the first incident in December, we never had any issues with Penny and our dogs.  They were all the best of friends, played great together, slept on top of each other, drank out of the water bowl together, truly inseparable.  We have never had any issues with Penny with our neighbors' dogs, dogs at the vet, or groomer". Penny's guardian states the following regarding cats:  Penny lives with a cat, so her guardian recommends Penny living with cats, stating "Penny and our cat are best friends". Penny's guardian describes her as follows: Very active Couch potato Playful Friendly Fence Jumper Likes to be touched Affectionate Independent Protective Always at your side Indoor dog House-Trained Crate-Trained Likes men Likes women Penny's guardian described her ideal future home: "Penny would truly thrive in an active home.  Going on multiple daily walks, playing outside, going for frequent car rides, going to different parks or beaches, running and playing freely.  She would benefit from a fenced yard with lots of room for her to run and play." Rehoming Fee:  $200 Location:  Hollywood, MD***** ADOPTION PROCESS  1. If you are interested in ADOPTING me, please CLICK HERE:  ADOPT ME 2. When your application is received, a Placement Manager will do a basic screening. Applications will be forwarded to the owner for further screening and continuation in the adoption process.  3. Please give us 48-72 hours for a Placement Manager to respond after you submit your application. If it has been longer than that, please email:  rescuewellrehome@gmail.com PLEASE NOTE: We provide ALL of the information we have on this pet, here on this page, in its entirety from the pet's owner. For more on how our process works, please read our DISCLOSURE.   IMPORTANT: By completing an adoption application, you consent to Rescue Well screening your application, contacting your references, and forwarding your application to the pet owner for further consideration. All adoption decisions are determined by the owner.     October 26, 2024, 4:20 pm

DISCLOSURE: The adoptable pets in our program are still in the care and custody of owners who wish to re-home their pet. Owners have enlisted Rescue Well to provide marketing and screening of applicants as a service, free of charge. All fees and adoption conditions are determined by the owner. We advise that adopters do not send payment or deposits for pets prior to adopting.  ***** Jason is 4yo, weighs 80lbs, is neutered, is microchipped, but is not up to date on his vaccinations.  He knows the following commands:  sit, stay, down, and paw.  Jason is excellent during car rides; he's kept inside during the day and in the bed at night.  He dislikes wet paws and the rain. Jason's guardian explains why she has made the difficult decision to rehome him:  "I am unable to give him the lifestyle he deserves." Jason's guardian states the following regarding children:  Although Jason hasn't lived with children, his guardian recommends his living with children, stating "He is extremely friendly and sweet with children.  He doesn't know his size so he likes to jump". Jason's guardian states the following regarding dogs:  Jason lives with a dog, so his guardian recommends his living with dogs, stating "He gets excited and wants to play with other dogs.  He loves meeting friends at the dog park". Jason's guardian states the following regarding cats:  Jason hasn't lived with cats, so his guardian doesn't recommend his living with cats, stating "When around outdoor cats he wants to chase them". Jason's guardian describes him as: Very active Playful Friendly Likes to be touched Affectionate Independent Indoor dog House-Trained Crate-Trained Likes men Likes women Digger Jason's guardian describes his ideal future home:  "I would love for him to go to a family who can give him the lifestyle I haven't been able to.  Jason would benefit from a fenced-in yard and would also need an active family to help him get out his energy. Rehoming Fee:  $200 Location:  Belcamp, MD***** ADOPTION PROCESS  1. If you are interested in ADOPTING me, please CLICK HERE:  ADOPT ME 2. When your application is received, a Placement Manager will do a basic screening. Applications will be forwarded to the owner for further screening and continuation in the adoption process.  3. Please give us 48-72 hours for a Placement Manager to respond after you submit your application. If it has been longer than that, please email:  rescuewellrehome@gmail.com PLEASE NOTE: We provide ALL of the information we have on this pet, here on this page, in its entirety from the pet's owner. For more on how our process works, please read our DISCLOSURE.   IMPORTANT: By completing an adoption application, you consent to Rescue Well screening your application, contacting your references, and forwarding your application to the pet owner for further consideration. All adoption decisions are determined by the owner.     October 26, 2024, 4:20 pm

DISCLOSURE: The adoptable pets in our program are still in the care and custody of owners who wish to re-home their pet. Owners have enlisted Rescue Well to provide marketing and screening of applicants as a service, free of charge. All fees and adoption conditions are determined by the owner. We advise that adopters do not send payment or deposits for pets prior to adopting.  ***** Trixie is 5yo, weighs 40lbs, is spayed, is up to date on her vaccinations, andn is microchipped.  Trixie is left alone in the home 8 hours per day and sleeps in her guardian's bed at night.  She dislikes/fears skateboards, bikes and things on wheels.  She's loves car rides, as she lies down and sleeps. Trixie's guardian explains why he has made the difficult decision to rehome her:  "Unable to financially afford and no longer have a dog-friendly home." Trixie's guardian offers a brief a medical history:  "Removed left canine tooth; she broke it on a toy." Trixie's guardian states the following regarding children:  Since Trixie hasn't lived with children, her guardian doesn't recommend her living with children, stating "She shies away.  She has never attacked or growled or anything.  She may be okay with them if given the opportunity to get used to them". Trixie's guardian states the following regarding dogs:  Since Trixie has lived with a dog, her guardian recommends her living with dogs, stating "She loves other dogs except for submissive females.  She tends to herd them aggressively". Trixie's guardian states the following regarding cats:  Since Trixie hasn't lived with cats, her guardian doesn't recommend her living with cats, stating "She visited with cats, and she obsesses over them.  She has never been aggressive though". Trixie's guardian describes her as: Very active Couch potato Playful Friendly Likes to be touched Affectionate Always at your side House-Trained Likes men Likes women Trixie's guardian describes her ideal future home:  "Ideally, a large fenced-in yard (but not required).  An active family that hikes and enjoys outdoor activities." Rehoming Fee:  None Location:  Baltimore, MD***** ADOPTION PROCESS  1. If you are interested in ADOPTING me, please CLICK HERE:  ADOPT ME 2. When your application is received, a Placement Manager will do a basic screening. Applications will be forwarded to the owner for further screening and continuation in the adoption process.  3. Please give us 48-72 hours for a Placement Manager to respond after you submit your application. If it has been longer than that, please email:  rescuewellrehome@gmail.com PLEASE NOTE: We provide ALL of the information we have on this pet, here on this page, in its entirety from the pet's owner. For more on how our process works, please read our DISCLOSURE.   IMPORTANT: By completing an adoption application, you consent to Rescue Well screening your application, contacting your references, and forwarding your application to the pet owner for further consideration. All adoption decisions are determined by the owner.     October 26, 2024, 4:20 pm

DISCLOSURE: The adoptable pets in our program are still in the care and custody of owners who wish to re-home their pet. Owners have enlisted Rescue Well to provide marketing and screening of applicants as a service, free of charge. All fees and adoption conditions are determined by the owner. We advise that adopters do not send payment or deposits for pets prior to adopting.  ***** Seamus (Seamy) is 4yr/10mos old, weighs 45lbs, is neutered, is up to date on his vaccines, and is microchipped.  Seamy's guardian adds:   "Seamy (shaymee) has been with my family since he was 8 weeks old and has been very loved.  He is well cared for with annual visits to the vet and regular grooming.  We trust him completely with my children, now ages 15/18/21.  He went to 1 year of training and is extremely bright and loves to learn, plays dead, sits, waits, down, goes between my legs, has great recall etc.  I walk him about 3 miles every day and he walks well.  Due to his anxiety, he is reactive to other dogs, people, bikes, etc. on walks.  Therefore, when I see these distractions on walks, I immediately start using the word YES (my word of recognizing a positive behavior and a contract to give him treats).  He knows to look at me and he will get a treat, in fact I have to treat him relatively rapidly to get past the distraction.  This has helped tremendously and our walks are very enjoyable.  He is PERFECT when we are just home with him.  He has great house manners. Seamy's biggest issues are the front door and guests.  When we try to crate him when visitors come, he will bark and struggles to calm down.  He will not take a licky mat or frozen kong in this state.  We have a lot of people in and out of my house and he stays in a state of anxiety.  It is very hard on him and in turn on us.  He does fine with my golden retriever but struggles with other dogs. Seamy is rarely home alone during the day; my husband works from home, but to be honest, he doesn't give Seamy much attention.  I am the main caretaker of Seamy.  He dislikes/fears people at the front door and change.  During the day he can be in the crate, we have tried that more.  But, mostly, he's on the sofa.  He sleeps in our room or my daughter's bed.  During car rides, he gets anxious, but has taken long road trips." Seamy's guardian explains why she has made the difficult decision to rehome him: "I know he would be happier with a home that doesn't have visitors coming and going all the time and preferably someone that likes to train or walk dogs.  I would love to find him a home where he can be happier and live in a calmer state." Scratch incident:  In October 2023, Seamy scratched a teenaged visitor; the scratch broke the skin; animal control was involved; formal medical attention was not sought.  Seamy's guardian explains:   "The child came in the door and Seamy got anxious.  I was not there, and the girl's knee was scratched and bled.  She needed a band aid.  I called the mother and everything was worked out.  We called vet and got him on some prozac for anxiety and now he is either on a leash or in the crate when people come in the house." Seamy's guardian offers a brief medical history:  "He struggles with anxiety and is currently taking 40mg of Prozac, although I'm not sure that is the correct dosage or medicine."   Seamy's guardian states the following regarding children:  Although Seamy has lived with 3 children, his guardian doesn't recommend his living with children, stating "He gets nervous, but he gets anxious with new people.  My cousin's little kids cannot run around with Seamy.  He gets too activated".   Seamy's guardian states the following regarding dogs:  Although Seamy lives with a dog, his guardian doesn't recommend his living with dogs, stating "Seamy does well with my golden who is 9, but not great with other dogs".   Seamy's guardian states the following regarding cats:  Since Seamy hasn't lived with nor otherwise been around cats, his guardian doesn't recommend his living with cats. Seamy's guardian describes him as: Very active Friendly Affectionate Fearful Indoor Only Pet Nervous House-Trained Crate-Trained Seamy's guardian describes his ideal future home: "A home where people like to train or walk a dog, but doesn't have a lot of visitors or other pets.  He is a great companion, but because we have teenagers in and out and friends over all the time it keeps him in an anxious state.  Land might be nice too.  Patient and kind, he does not deal well with negative parenting, he does much better with a patient calm response." Rehoming Fee:  None Location:  North Potomac, MD***** ADOPTION PROCESS  1. If you are interested in ADOPTING me, please CLICK HERE:  ADOPT ME 2. When your application is received, a Placement Manager will do a basic screening. Applications will be forwarded to the owner for further screening and continuation in the adoption process.  3. Please give us 48-72 hours for a Placement Manager to respond after you submit your application. If it has been longer than that, please email:  rescuewellrehome@gmail.com PLEASE NOTE: We provide ALL of the information we have on this pet, here on this page, in its entirety from the pet's owner. For more on how our process works, please read our DISCLOSURE.   IMPORTANT: By completing an adoption application, you consent to Rescue Well screening your application, contacting your references, and forwarding your application to the pet owner for further consideration. All adoption decisions are determined by the owner.     October 26, 2024, 4:20 pm