Addie is smart, energetic, sweet, playful, quirky and loving. Unfortunately, she suddenly started attacking our cats unprovoked over the past year. She also has an issue with resource guarding, but this has been improving due to positive reinforcement. She has not been around many children, but she once nipped at a younger child running when she was 1yr due to her herding instinct. A friend of ours provoked an unsupervised level 3 bite from her in November 2024, and we went through reactive dog and in home training after. Despite this, she is occasionally still reactive, but she has not bitten anyone since. We are concerned with our cats’ safety, and the issue of us starting a family soon. Addie loves to show off all her tricks, play fetch, walk, run, swim, and cuddle. She would excel in agility or any working job. She would thrive in a home with people that love to stay active and can provide Addie with mental stimulation (no young children, maybe another dog). All her things included (crate, toys, a couple bags of food and e-collar if desired).
Pet's Name:
Addie
Dog: Primary Breed:
Border Collie
Primary Breed (if not in list):
Australian Shepherd
Birthdate (an estimate is okay):
3/24/2022
Age Category:
Adult
Where did you get your pet?:
puppies.com
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.):
6/25/2022
Gender:
Female
Size (at full-grown):
Medium
Approximate adult weight in pounds (number only):
46
Primary Color:
Calico/Multi/Tricolor
What are your pet's favorite toys and activities?:
fetch (ball, frisbee), herding toy (jolly egg), walking, running, finding hidden treats, cuddling, learning new tricks
Has your dog received any formal obedience training?:
Yes
What commands does your dog know?:
turn around on walk- "this way", stay in her place "place", find hidden treats- "find it", roll over, spin, jump, touch nose to a persons hand "touch", crate, leave it, give a little space- "give me space", get out of room- "get out", all done playing- "all done", lift leg up to fix tangled leash- "fix it", okay to look at an a trigger when on leash -"you can look", bring her ball/object closer to throw- "I can't reach it", wait a little bit to fetch ball/ leave border of inside/outside or wait to go up the stairs(to not trip anyone)- "wait", to play less rough/to calm down a little- "be nice"
How does your dog react to being left alone for short periods?:
Great
Are there any specific triggers that cause your dog anxiety or stress?:
Trash bags, people wearing all black or walking alone (mostly men), new people in the house, loud unexpected noises, thunderstorms
Is there a daily routine that works well for your dog (feeding, walking, sleep)?:
Addie is flexible, but does enjoy going on a walk at the end of the night
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 been diagnosed with or treated for any of the following? (Please check all that apply, even if your dog has fully recovered. This helps us provide the best support for future families.):
Allergies (environmental or food-related)
Anaplasmosis (tick-borne)
Anxiety Issues
Arthritis or Joint Pain
Canine Distemper
Chronic Ear Infections
Dental Disease
Ehrlichiosis (tick-borne)
Heartworm
Influenza
Kennel Cough
Leptospirosis
Lipomas, Cysts, or Other Lumps/Bumps
Lyme Disease
Parvovirus
Seizures
Skin Conditions
Vaccine Reactions
Other
Additional notes about your dog’s health history::
attempted Prozac for anxiety
Has your dog ever shown any challenging behaviors, such as biting a person or another pet? If so, please share some context.:
11/2024- friend approached Addie tethered waiting in place (we were giving her occasional treats for staying in place but had our backs turned at the moment) when told to give her space in all black clothes and came up on her really quick in her place-level 3A bite. Addie bit his lip and pierced through, but did not bite again, did not require medical care
How often does your dog require grooming (e.g., bathing, brushing, trimming)? :
Monthly
Does your dog have a dental care routine (e.g., brushing, chews, professional cleanings)?:
dental chews, brush free dental gel
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 children?:
Best in a home without children: Has reacted to children and should live in a home without them.
How is your dog with other dogs?:
Selective: Gets along with some dogs but not others.
How is your dog with cats?:
Best in a home without cats: Has reacted to cats and should live in a home without them.
Why are you rehoming your pet (primary reason)?:
Incompatible with Other Pets
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?:
One month
Who is your veterinarian?:
Forest Hills Veterinary Clinic - Dr. Nguyen - (616) 949-7420
What do you feed your pet, and does he/she have any feeding quirks or preferences?:
Blue Buffalo "Jolly Joints" dry dog food
Do you currently have pet insurance?:
Yes
Would you consider a long-distance adoption?:
Yes
No
Maybe
City, State:
Grand Rapids, MI
Zip Code:
49301
How did you hear about us?:
Rescue/Shelter
Service Level:
Courtesy Listing: Self-Managed (Free)