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ADOPTED – BLUEBERRY

June 6, 2023/in 2023, Alumni

BLUEBERRY is an approximately 8.5 pound package of adorable with his off-center blaze & heart-shaped nose. He is energetic & can show incredible focus for whatever he’s doing, but he can also settle nicely. The word self-possessed comes to mind when thinking about this little guy. Blueberry is great with the other dogs in his foster home, & is playful with people, so he’s not yet as into toys as he is into playing with other dogs & his person. In fact, at this point his favorite toy is the flirt pole, which he has to play with his human. This boy will want to be with you, doing things together that you will both enjoy. He is fast learner & is treat & people-motivated. He is also a snuggler, & wiggle-bunny. Blueberry will love to train & learn new things that will make him think as much if not more than simply playing or exercising. He might enjoy dog sports like agility, or canine scent work (aka nose work). Blueberry will be willing to do whatever you ask him to do & then snuggle with you afterward.

ADOPTED – RASPBERRY

June 6, 2023/in 2023, Alumni

RASPBERRY is a gorgeous, 7.5 pound, black & white girlie with the most endearing prick ears. You can certainly tell when she alerts to something! Her coat is a soft, medium-length that will be easy to care for. Like her sister Cheez-it, Raspberry weighs about 8 pounds & is nicely built for speed & agility. This girl loves toys of all kinds, but especially ones that squeak. She carries them around (sometimes teasing her littermates with them), & entertains herself with them until you show interest, & then she’s happiest to share them with you. Like her sisters, Raspberry will love to train & learn new things that will make her think as much if not more than simply playing or exercising. She might enjoy dog sports like agility, or canine scent work (aka nose work). She will not be content to sit on the sidelines, waiting for you to have time to do things with her. She will want to be with you, doing things together that you will both enjoy. Because Raspberry is both treat & toy-motivated, & wicked smart, she learns quickly, & will be so rewarding to bond with & train. She will be willing to do whatever you ask her to do & then snuggle with you afterward.

ADOPTED – GUACAMOLE

June 6, 2023/in 2023, Alumni

GUACAMOLE is an 8 pound, classically marked border collie with a medium-length, easy-to-care for coat. He’s classically marked alright , but what the heck is that left ear going to do? Whatever it does—stands up or stays as it is—Guacamole is a good-looking dude, but one who is not too cool for mischief & fun. Adventurous, curious, confident, & with lots of energy, Guacamole can go from focused & on-the-job to goofball in the blink of an eye. He will be a blast to train, using toys & treats & through the wonderful bond he’ll form with his person, & after training or lots of play, he will love to snuggle. Because he is smart & high energy, he will need things to do to stimulate him mentally as well as physically to help him be the best boy he can be. He might enjoy dog sports like agility, or canine scent work (aka nose work). He will want to be with you, doing things together that you will both enjoy. Guacamole will be willing to do whatever you ask him to do & then snuggle with you afterward. (He is really snuggly!) And like his sisters, he has an off switch.

ADOPTED – BEAN DIP

June 6, 2023/in 2023, Alumni

BEAN (DIP) is an 8 pound, mostly black rough-coated boy with the softest coat & the dearest expression. His eyes when he looks at you are the eyes of an old soul, as if he’s taking you right into his heart. Bean is playful & energetic, but not over the top, & he settles nicely. He often watches for a few moments before joining in whatever is going on. He simply likes to check things out.. Bean likes to play with people most & he’s also happy to play with toys of his own. His favorite toy is a flirt pole. He has nice focus & pays attention as if he’s taking in every word you say. And he’s a fast learner because he listens, & is treat & toy-motivated. Bean will want to be with you, doing things together that you will both enjoy. And because he is thoughtful & affectionate, he will bond easily. If you’re looking for a lovely, smart border collie boy, who is not over the top, but who will be willing to do whatever you ask him to do & then snuggle with you afterward, Bean may be your new best friend.

ADOPTED – CHEEZ-IT

June 6, 2023/in 2023, Alumni

CHEEZ-IT is also tri-colored beauty, but is a little bit bigger than her sister at 8 pounds. Cheez-it & Triscuit are very much alike in energy level, smarts, & confidence. Cheez-it loves to adventure, but like her sister, she connects beautifully with people & love to check back in. She is playful with people & other dogs (especially the great Pyrenees in her foster home), but also loves to collect her toys & take them to her bed, marching past her sisters & brothers with a funny litter swagger. She is entertaining in the way she plays with her toys, throwing them in the air for herself & catching them, & did we mention that anything can become a toy for this girl–a knotted washrag is a particular favorite. Confident & a fast learner, like her sister Triscuit, Cheez-it will love to learn new things that will make her think as well as play & exercise. She might enjoy dog sports like agility, or canine scentwork (aka nosework). She will not be content to sit on the sidelines, waiting for you to have time to do things with her. She will want to be with you, doing things together that you will both enjoy. Because Cheez-it is both treat & toy-motivated, & wicked smart, she learns quickly, & will be so rewarding to bond with & train. She will be willing to do whatever you ask her to do & then snuggle with you afterward.

ADOPTED – JILL

May 24, 2023/in 2023, Alumni

JILL (aka: Jilly Bean)
We’ve all heard the saying, “you can’t buy happiness but you can adopt it.” Well, if you want to be greeted when you come home by a wet nose & a happy tail, take a look at our foster dog JILL. She’s an adorable black & white (with a touch of tan on her legs) border collie. JILL is a one year old female weighing about 35 lbs & she’s looking for someone to love her (besides her foster Mom, that is). This precious girl is about as sweet as they come. Once you meet her you can’t help falling in love with her.

ADOPTED – MAX

May 20, 2023/in 2023, Alumni

Meet MAX, nicknamed “The Boss” by his foster family. MAX is a male black and white rough coat border collie that is approximately 12 weeks of age and 19 lbs. He is a take charge little guy, who is absolutely fearless. When MAX came to his foster family, he immediately exhibited no hesitation whatsoever in meeting and playing with his much larger foster siblings.

MAX is a smart, typical border collie who picks up on things super-fast and seems to have a keen sense for herding. He will require an experienced border collie household that will find him jobs that are both mentally stimulating and physically challenging; for example, herding, canine nose work/scent work, or agility. Mentally and physically challenging activities, along with exercise, will help burn off excess energy and will help Max be the best version of himself. After training activities and hard play, MAX calms nicely and is a very lovable cuddle bug.

ADOPTED – BANDIT

May 19, 2023/in 2023, Alumni

Meet BANDIT, the charming and affectionate 2-year-old Tri Colored Border Collie mix who will steal your heart in no time. With his mostly white and black coat, and some brown on his hind legs, Bandit weighs about 45 pounds and is looking for a loving family that wants a loyal companion.

Bandit is a cuddle bug that will happily snuggle with you, hug you, and follow you wherever you go. He is great with other dogs and loves to play. Food and love are his two favorite things, and he is highly motivated by both. He is a very talented shredder so if you are looking at dog toys make sure to buy tough ones and monitor his play; he can find the squeaker in a plush toy in under 5 minutes.
When it comes to grooming and handling, Bandit is a dream. He is good about being brushed and groomed and has no issues with being picked up or having his feet and tail touched. He is a gentle boy who just wants to be loved and be part of a family.

ADOPTED – KELLY

May 18, 2023/in 2023, Alumni

KELLY, 15 pounds and a smooth coat, is the most reserved of the group. He is like the middle child, not as intense as his sister Quinn and not as serious as his brother Patrick. Kelly is very athletic, but will settle in quickly for quiet time and belly rubs when away from his siblings. Kelly is progressing nicely with crate and sit. KELLY loves people, gets along great with other puppies and adult dogs, but will need a cat-free environment. He is too interested and overexcited when he sees felines.

Arriving to our rescue on March 17th, the St. Paddy’s Day puppies range from 13 to 17 lbs. With their bat ears, slim bodies, and cat-like feet we believe them to be McNab / border collie mixes. These puppies are coming PARTIALLY SPONSORED. Their adoption fees will be $125 (plus the $75 spay / neuter deposit (that’s a $300 sponsored reduction). The six puppies were split into two foster homes, with Patrick, Quinn, and Kelly in one home while Owen, Nora, and Erin are in another.

ADOPTED – ERIN

May 18, 2023/in 2023, Alumni

ERIN, a classically-marked 14 pound smooth coat, is in between in size, & is most focused on her foster mom. ERIN follows her everywhere & after a long play session seeks cuddle time. She loves joining the fun with the other puppies; she simply loves her foster mom best. Erin is serious and very focused in her play. And like some of her other siblings Erin enjoys tugging with the other pups as well as with her foster mom. ERIN loves people, gets along great with other puppies and adult dogs, but will need a cat-free environment. She is too interested and overexcited when she sees felines.

Arriving to our rescue on March 17th, the St. Paddy’s Day puppies range from 13 to 17 lbs. With their bat ears, slim bodies, and cat-like feet we believe them to be McNab / border collie mixes. These puppies are coming PARTIALLY SPONSORED. Their adoption fees will be $225 (plus the $75 spay / neuter deposit (that’s a $200 sponsored reduction). The six puppies were split into two foster homes, with Patrick, Quinn, and Kelly in one home while Owen, Nora, and Erin are in another.

ADOPTED – NORA

May 18, 2023/in 2023, Alumni

NORA is our blue-eyed, smoot-coated beauty. At 14 pounds, she exudes confidence. This girl is also curious, adventurous, & is as happy to play on her own as she is to be involved in everyone else’s play. She is always the first one to go on adventures, but when called, she turns on a dime & runs back to her foster mom, well, most of the time. Nora figures out quickly what it takes to get what she wants. You do something with her & she says “I’ve got it” & tries to do it again to get rewarded. Her favorite games are tug & tug & tug & then go chase one of her siblings. Even though Nora is adventurous, she is also tuned in to her foster mom. NORA loves people, gets along great with other puppies and adult dogs, but will need a cat-free environment. She is too interested and overexcited when she sees felines.

ADOPTED – QUINN

May 18, 2023/in 2023, Alumni

QUINN has that WOW look. Her one blue eye, one blue / brown eye, shiny smooth coat, and athletic build get the WOW reaction every time. QUINN is a solid 15 pound, athletic young lady. Bouncy, Bouncy, Bouncy, Fun, Fun, Fun. Maybe we should have named her Tigger. This happy little girl is an object in motion that stays in motion until nap time or bed time. Quinn loves to leap, climb, and explore. When she sits, her little tail and butt are going a mile a minute. QUINN loves people, gets along great with other puppies and adult dogs, but will need a cat-free environment. She is too interested and overexcited when she sees felines.

Arriving to our rescue on March 17th, the St. Paddy’s Day puppies range from 13 to 17 lbs. With their bat ears, slim bodies, and cat-like feet we believe them to be McNab / border collie mixes. These puppies are coming PARTIALLY SPONSORED. Their adoption fees will be $225 (plus the $75 spay / neuter deposit (that’s a $200 sponsored reduction). The six puppies were split into two foster homes, with Patrick, Quinn, and Kelly in one home while Owen, Nora, and Erin are in another.

ADOPTED – MARSHA

May 7, 2023/in 2023, Alumni

MARSHA is a soft and cuddly black and white short to medium coat border collie mix. At 9 weeks and 9 pounds, Marsha wants mostly to be with her people. She is the most reserved of the bunch, choosing to let her sisters go first when checking out something new, but then joining full force once she is confident it looks fun. She enjoys the company of her sisters, but when they are free she seeks out her human companions. Marsha loves to be held and cuddled.

ADOPTED – JAN

May 7, 2023/in 2023, Alumni

JAN is a soft and cuddly black and white puff ball rough coat border collie mix who loves pets and belly rubs. At 9 weeks and 9 pounds, this beauty is the quietest of the group, but don’t let that calm demeanor fool you. She knows what’s going on at all times. She will assert herself when the notion strikes to keep her sisters in line. Her favorite place: whichever lap or shoulder will have her. Scoop her up and JAN will give you kisses and snuggle up.

ADOPTED – CINDY

May 7, 2023/in 2023, Alumni

CINDY is a happy-go-lucky black and white smooth coat border collie mix. At 9 weeks and 9 pounds, this little cutie is especially agile and athletic. Scoop her up and CINDY will give you kisses and snuggle up, but she won’t stay there long. She wants to go, go, go. We believe CINDY will be a very active pup who will need both physical and mental stimulation like agility or nosework to be the best family member she can be.

ADOPTED – MILLIE

April 28, 2023/in 2023, Alumni

MILLIE is a roughly 30lb, two year old ball of joy! She is speckled red and white with a curly tail and one eye that makes her even more special. All MILLIE wants in life is to be near her person. She thinks she’s a lap dog and enjoys climbing up onto the couch quite literally one paw at a time. When she can’t be in your lap or on the couch, she settles nicely for the floor. MILLIE does tend to jump on people out of excitement, but is responding well to “no.”

ADOPTED – LOGAN

April 12, 2023/in 2023, Alumni

ADOPTED – LOGAN is a black and white rough coat Border Collie weighing 42 pounds and standing about 24 inches at the shoulder. He is believed to be over one year old. Logan is well-balanced with brown inquisitive and curious eyes. He has a true black and white coat. Logan is very curious. He loves to explore the yard on his own, however mostly stays within eyesight to his humans when outside. Logan is bouncy and has a playful attitude.

ADOPTED – CASSIE

March 26, 2023/in 2023, Alumni

Now that Mama CASSIE’s babies are off to their forever home, it’s her turn to shine! Miss CASSIE is an approximately 11-month-old, 40# rough coat border collie with a docked tail. She is a perfect size and she is beautiful! Her soulful eyes have so much to say as she looks to you for guidance and encouragement.

ADOPTED – CONNOR

March 19, 2023/in 2023, Alumni

If you’re looking for a dog that is not only a sweet cuddlebug, but also lovable in every way & very, very friendly with adults & children, then take a look at our handsome boy, CONNOR. He weighs in at a lean 45 lbs. and is very healthy at his current weight. He has a medium length rough coat with classic black & white color & a bit of tan around his soulful eyes. CONNOR is approximately 1-2 yrs. old but he is still very much a puppy. He may be full-sized, but he’s a happy-go-lucky, silly goofball! Of course, as with any rambunctious youngster, good, consistent training will help him to become the best boy he can be.

ADOPTED – RANGER

March 14, 2023/in 2023, Alumni

RANGER is a 40lb, smooth coat, brindle (almost a blue quality) and white border collie. He is estimated to be one year old and catches your eye with his unique color, split face, and upright ears. RANGER is a shy guy at first, but truly loves people and coaxes attention once he settles in. He frequently walks up out of the blue, puts his face on your lap and looks at you with brown eyes you can’t resist. He is loyal to his people and will follow them anywhere.