Bear is a 6-year-old Australian Cattle Dog with a heart full of love and a spirit made for adventure. Weighing in at about 35 lbs, she's the perfect size for both mountain trails and couch cuddles. Bear is incredibly sweet, smart, and deeply loyal. She's energetic and would thrive with an active person or couple-she makes an excellent hiking, running, or road trip companion! That said, she also knows how to relax and is just as happy lounging at your feet or cuddled up. She's fully house-trained, crate-trained, and recently completed professional e-collar training to brush up on her skills. She's fantastic on a leash-polite around people and dogs-and has been working on off-leash recall too. Her trainer is happy to provide a reference! Bear is great in the car, happy to go anywhere with you, and often joins her current owner at work. We're heartbroken to rehome her, but she's anxious around our toddler, and we want her to have a home where she feels fully comfortable and confident.
Pet's Name:
Bear
Dog: Primary Breed:
Australian Shepherd Dog
Primary Breed (if not in list):
Cattle Dog
Birthdate (an estimate is okay):
08/15/2019
Age Category:
Adult
Was this pet ever in a shelter, rescue, or foster program? If yes, please provide details.:
No
Adoption Day (when did you adopt your pet? An estimate is okay.):
10/1/2019
Gender:
Female
Size (at full-grown):
Medium
Approximate adult weight in pounds (number only):
35
Primary Color:
Red/Golden/Orange
What are your pet's favorite toys and activities?:
Walking/fetching/cuddling
Has your dog received any formal obedience training?:
Yes
What commands does your dog know?:
come, sit, place, touch, stay, back, heal, up, down
How does your dog react to being left alone for short periods?:
Used to being in the yard during the day
Are there any specific triggers that cause your dog anxiety or stress?:
Small children
Is there a daily routine that works well for your dog (feeding, walking, sleep)?:
Bear is super adaptable.
Medical History and Care:
Vaccinations up to date
Spayed or Neutered
House/Litter-Trained
Microchipped
Special Diet
Special Needs
Never Vetted
Unknown
Does your pet have any history of health issues or medical conditions that potential adopters should be aware of?:
none
Has your dog ever shown any challenging behaviors, such as biting a person or another pet? If so, please share some context.:
She has showed some signs of fear-based aggression toward small children
How often does your dog require grooming (e.g., bathing, brushing, trimming)? :
rarely. Short hair. low maintenance
Personality:
Playful
Constant Companion
High Energy
Medium Energy
Low Energy
Timid
Friendly to Strangers
Good with Other Dogs
Good with Cats
Good with Young Children
Bonded Pair
Purebred
Crate Trained
Comes When Called
Needs Training
Likes Car Rides
Likes to Swim
Requires A Fenced Yard
Jumps Fences
Growls at Strangers
Is Afraid of Storms
Digs
How is your dog with other dogs?:
Shy: A bit nervous around other dogs but not aggressive.
How is your dog with cats?:
Selective: Gets along with some cats but not others.
What's the most endearing thing about your dog?:
Bear incredibly sweet and loyal.
What criteria are important to you when considering an adoptive family or home for your pet?:
A loving household with no children.
Why are you rehoming your pet (primary reason)?:
Baby/Child Safety
If applicable, do you have the legal right or necessary permission from the breeder or rescue organization to rehome this pet? :
Not Applicable
Yes
How long will you be able to keep your pet before you may need to consider surrendering him or her to a rescue?:
Two months
What do you feed your pet, and does he/she have any feeding quirks or preferences?:
n/a
Do you currently have pet insurance?:
No
Would you consider a long-distance adoption?:
Yes
No
Maybe
City, State:
Riverside, CA
Zip Code:
92506
How did you hear about us?:
Google Search
Referring Name (person, page, or organization, if applicable):
Chessa
Service Level:
Priority Placement: Full Support + Accelerated Marketing