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Australian Shepherd / Mixed : : Male (neutered) : : Young : : Small
Toby was abused as a young puppy by the man of the house, and then tied to a tree all day by the lady of the house ! Tying an Aussie to a tree amounts to torture, and poor Toby was going nuts, he was also emaciated and filthy -- finally he was spotted by dog lover who convinced the couple that they should give him up for his own good. He was lovingly taken care of, bathed, fattened up and socialized. He is now a happy healthy bundle of fun! Aussies, even toy Aussies, are not for people with a sedentary lifestyle.
This is the perfect companion, a wonderful snuggle partner, and all around great dog! Toby LOVES chasing the tennis ball, and can even get his mouth around a normal size tennis ball. He would be fantastic at agility or fly ball, and just needs a person willing to dedicate the time to take him through obedience and other activities to keep him busy!
He knows basic commands, and has wonderful house manners. He is fine with other dogs, but must be introduced to them slowly, Aussies are wary and timid by nature, and he needs time to warm up to new situations. He is overly interested in cats, but I think this could be worked on. Toby is about 15 lbs, so he should not be with dogs that are big unless they are gentle, as he could easily be hurt or overwhelmed by a rambunctious large dog.
Application, screening and home check required before meeting Toby.
He is an exceptional dog who will only go to an exceptional home !
Please fill out an application to meet me at http://www.washingtongsd.org/application.html The adoption process includes completion of an adoption application, a vet check, a home visit and a lifetime adoption contract. PLEASE NOTE: The information contained within this biography is based on observations from the current foster home. In no way can we predict future behavior and or temperament as individual household dynamics vary greatly, and are impacted by the experience and leadership of those within the home. Adoptions are not done on a first come first serve basis. WA German Shepherd Rescue is the companion animal's advocate and will select the most suitably matched home for the dog's general needs and the unique needs of each individual dog in our care. We reserve the right to refuse service and adoption without explanation. PLEASE HELP STOP BREED SPECIFIC LEGISLATION If you would like to adopt, please visit our website. https://washingtongsd.org/adopt IF WE FIND YOU TO BE A GOOD MATCH YOU WILL BE CONTACTED typically within 72 hours. YOU WILL HEAR FROM US ONLY IF WE FIND YOU TO BE A GOOD MATCH FOR ONE OF OUR RESCUE ANIMALS AND OUR ADOPTION GUIDELINES/PROGRAM. WE MUST REVIEW A COMPLETED APPLICATION BEFORE A POSSIBLE APPOINTMENT IS ARRANGED. NO EXCEPTIONS. All visits with the puppies/dogs are by approved applications and appointments only. *We reserve the right to refuse any adoption without justification and not all applications or inquiries may receive a response.* Thank you for your interest in our rescue dogs. Other Pictures of Toby (click to see larger version):
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