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The Australian Shepherd is NOT the right dog for every family. To be sure you understand the breed, please read Liz Palika's: Is an Australian Shepherd the Right Dog for You?

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Following is a PARTIAL listing only of the available dogs in foster care or private homes in the Southern California area. For information on ADDITIONAL dogs, please contact a Rescue Representative.

If you're interested in rescuing an Australian Shepherd, please first check your local shelters. Aussies are showing up there in ALARMING numbers, and we need your help to save them.

TO VIEW OUR REGULARLY UPDATED LISTING OF AUSTRALIAN SHEPHERDS IN SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA SHELTERS, PLEASE GO TO: AUSSIES IN SHELTERS

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PLEASE NOTE: THIS WEBSITE IS A COOPERATIVE EFFORT OF VARIOUS RESCUERS, SO ADOPTION PROCEDURES MAY VARY. 

JOY is a 2 and a half year old spayed Aussie x BC female that needs a new home ASAP, between her family is moving and that she needs a home with NO cats.  She is housebroken but mainly outside right now, knows some basic obedience as well as several tricks  :}  She loves to go on walks and LOVES to play ball as well as play in water.  She is great with other dogs! She’s slightly intimidated at first, but after she has time to get used to the other dog, she plays well, loving, and is very friendly. She is a great dog to take to the dog park. She doesn’t leave your side. If a dog approaches her at the dog park, that she isn’t comfortable with, she will snap her teeth together but has never bitten any dog. Other than that she plays, wrestles and frolics like any other dog.  She has been good with everyone she's met, hasn't been around small kids a lot but when she has been, she seems to love the attention.  She is loyal, loving, fun and super sweet  ;}   If you are interested in this great girl, please contact owner Connie at Auzzie2love39@aol.com     (Winnetka area)

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SPLASH is an 8 year old neutered male that is a pattern white and has no problem with his hearing or vision.  He is primarily an outdoor dog, sleeps out, and is currently shaved for the summer.  He loves water, has a wading pool  :}  He doesn't live with any children but when they visit he seems fine, loves people in general.  Fine with cats and chickens, and the Chi's & Corgi's he lives with, but not always real good with larger dogs - some he's fine with, some he doesn't care for - doesn't attack them. just shouldn't live with them.  His owner is moving the end of the month and needs to find him a new home by then.  If you are interested in this cutie, please contact his owner, Paula, at 760-662-0836  (Phelan area)

ROBBY is a 3 year old neutered black tri Aussie that needs a quieter home.   He is crate trained but not housebroken, sleeps outside at night or in his crate in the house, not much of a *fetcher* but loves to just be near his humans.  He's not been around cats or kids, but is a gentle boy, on the mellow side, is great on and off leash ('comes' great  :} ).  He is fine with the female Aussie he lives with and has been fine with a male Corgi he sees occasionally, doesn't seem to be an overly dominant dog with other dogs.  Unfortunately Robby is afraid of tall, short-haired men - he's on the *shy, softer side* personality-wise, and has gotten better since he's been in his current home, but on the 4th of July he nipped someone (a stranger, no medical attention required) and his current home feels Robby really needs a household that is more mellow with less people coming and going. He really bonds to his one person and needs someone who will be the main one to care for him.   If you would like to meet this gentle boy, please e-mail his owner Shannon: shannondebuiser@gmail.com   or call 805-669-7232. (Thousand Oaks area)

AUSTIN is a 2 year old neutered red tri male mini that loves to cuddle sooo close, he would wiggle his little way into your soul if he could  :}  He needs plenty of exercise and could use more socialization with other dogs - he currently lives with another female mini Aussie and is fine, but doesn't understand dogs at the dog park.  He will chase/bark at cats if they hiss and run, but that's about it; he likes squeeky toys and knows some basic obedience - sit, down and shake, and if you tell him to wait when you open the back door he will wait until you say "OK" to let him in.  He is good with kids & adults that he knows inside the house, but when strangers come in, he barks and runs away if they try to pet him - outside of the house, he likes everybody  :}  He is housebroken but does need to be watched at first as he was recently neutered and may mark in a new situation.  Austin is an active boy that needs plenty of exercise or a job to do, to keep him happy  :}   if you are interested in this little cutie, contact owner Danielle via e-mail drose92@hotmail.com  (Riverside area)

JEZEBELLE is a 1 year old female red tri mini Aussie who weighs 19 pounds.  She is housetrained,  crate trained, uses the dog door and walks well on leash.  She is a great little traveler and recently enjoyed a week stay in the Sierras with her foster family.  She loved the hiking and  was fascinated by the chipmunks and squirrels.  She gets along really well with other dogs,  her foster family has 5 large dogs and foster pups, she loves them all.  She is very affectionate and is a bit of a lap girl with her foster mom.  She is very smart and learns quickly,  she has  a beautiful coat and does not shed much.  Jez will make a great companion and she is the right size for a condo.  If you would like to meet her contact her foster Mom Barbara in San Diego at 619 729 4659.

NOVA is a stunning one year old spayed female Aussie x BC mix that is housebroken and knows some basic commands as well as some hand commands - she does have some hearing and vision impairment - but that doesn't slow her down a bit!   She is an energetic puppy who does great with other dogs of her energy level, she is currently staying with a friend of the family that has another dog and she is loving it  :} Not sure on cats, and seems okay with kids when they've approached her at the dog park but because of her energy level, she has knocked some of them over being unable to stop in time.  Meeting strangers she is okay as long as they are relaxed, she licks their faces, but may bark at them if they are afraid.  Nova has been trained to carry a backpack with 6 bottles of water on her walks to help drain energy, if she doesn't have another dog to play with.  She does need a securely fenced in yard in which to run off all that puppy energy - she's never been left home alone inside the house.  Her owners moved out of state and were planning on bringing her with them, but were unable to find affordable housing that would allow them to keep her, so she is currently staying at a friend of the family's in the Riverside area.   If you are interested in this delightful girl, please contact Crystal via e-mail:  Zoephiia@hotmail.com

SADEE is a 3 year old  red tri female Aussie, on the smaller side, about 18" and 35#.  Sadee loves people and is good with livestock, cats, and other dogs. Sadee is looking for an active home to give her exercise and stimulate her mind. She is house trained and good in the car.  She would make a great agility dog or a family pet.  She has been neglected in the past but is much more healthy since being raw fed.  We are awaiting her hair analysis to come back so we can get her back into balance.  If you are interested in this cutie, please contact rescuer Katie via e-mail aussierescue@roadrunner.com  (Quartz Hill/Lancaster area)

**NEED PLACEMENT ASAP** TEQUILA (border collie mix)  we think is around 10 years old and in good health.  She had been living the good life on a 3 acre horse and citrus farm in Yuma, AZ with her owner, a retired stuntman and second unit director until 2 years ago, when he passed away.  She is presently living with a cousin in Escondido with a big back yard but now must find a new home since she is moving into an apartment.  She has been well taken care of all of her live.  She is house broken, spayed and are up to date on all of her shots.  She gets along with everyone, adults, children and other dogs too.  She isn't much trouble, she likes to be outside most of the time but like to hang out inside too.  Just give her a Nyla bone and she's happy.  She loves her tummie rubbed and have always been loyal and sweet to those who love and care for her.  She is easy going and would make you and your family happy.  contact owner Carol via mail carolcatchingmsrd@yahoo.com

**NEED PLACEMENT ASAP** BAILEY THE LOVING AUSSIE SHEP MIX NEEDS YOUR HELP!! I'm Bailey, a 5 year old, healthy, loving Aussie Shep mix female looking for a new "forever" home and I NEED Your Help to find an adoptive or foster family asap!  I'm very active, friendly and great with people. I love to hike, go to the dog beach and play with tennis balls. I am Very loyal, and am best in a house where I'm the only animal. I'm also a great watchdog, and protector of the yard (but I don't bark at everything, either).  Due to my owner's unfortunate circumstance, I need to find a new home by MAY 31st. I would be best with someone who could give me clear boundaries and additional positive training; I am very smart and willing to learn new things. I am microchipped, spayed and up to date on all shots.   PLEASE CROSS-POST my link and help me find a safe and loving new home (adoption or foster) by asking friends or putting me on other pet websites!   Click here to see my slideshow!  http://s913.photobucket.com/albums/ac335/sunnyday1/?albumview=slideshow&track=share_email_album_view_click                               please email me at mizzfinkel@gmail.com with questions or suggestions. Time is of the essence. THANKS FOR YOUR HELP, BAILEY

GRACE is a super sweet and active dog who can't wait for a loving forever home of her very own. She's about four years old and weighs about 45 lbs. She was dumped at an LA city shelter by her owners when she got pregnant, and actually gave birth in the shelter. Thanks to the help of some kind rescuers, she found her way out of the shelter and over to PCDR, where we helped her raise her pups in a loving environment. Her pups have been adopted, and she's ready to go home too. Grace would do well as an only pet, and with someone who understands her breed. She has a strong prey drive, so she tends to chase cats and small dogs. She loves people, is very playful (loves fetching balls and other toys) and would make a great activity partner.   She is spayed, microchipped, and current on ther vaccinations.   If you are interested in this lovely girl, please contact rescuer Ingrid @ (310) 480 6030 or e-mail  pajade@yahoo.de

CHIPOTLEE a 1.5 yr old blue merle aussie who needs savvy owners. He is not for the first time pet owner since he is not only aussie smart but he is even smarter than most aussies. Chip needs to either be the only dog or have a female dog who is in charge that is older. Chip needs more confidence building so that translates into positive motivation training often. Chip is a med to high drive dog who settles nicely and loves water ,toys and things that move fast. He is good with most dogs, cats, chickens and horses .  No small kids. His ideal owner needs to have plenty of time to work on his focus and give him mind games or a job, not just ball time. Chip would make a great agility or sports dog.  contact rescuer Katie if you are interested in this handsome fella at  aussierescue@roadrunner.com

LOLA is a sweet, super smart Aussie mix. She is approximately 2 years old. Lola is good with other friendly dogs but like some Aussies, she can be a little bossy. We are not sure about kids or cats.  She can be a little shy with strangers so an experienced dog handler would be best matched with Lola. She is very eager to learn and please. She loves to play ball, catch, loves the water, a high jumper and would probably make an excellent agility dog.  Lola is crate trained and working on leash training. She is spayed, micro-chipped and up-to-date on vaccinations.  Adoption Application can be found at www.muttmatchla.org

LILY is a sweet Border Collie girl. Lily is deaf. However, just like with people, deaf doesn’t mean she can’t learn. She is between the ages of 9 – 12 months, still just a puppy. She is smart, energetic, sweet and willing to learn. She is great with other dogs so long as they are friendly. We are not sure yet about cats or kids but as she is a Border Collie mix, her instincts are to herd. Mutt Match L.A has rescued many hearing and seeing impaired dogs and has never had a problem training or teaching them. Deaf dogs can easily be trained using a simple vibration collar. As part of our adoption contract, we do require at least one training session with our behaviorist (must different then a trainer). She herself has a deaf dog and is fully knowledgeable on training them. Mutt Match L.A will offer one additional training session (if necessary) with her.  Lily is crate trained and working on leash training. She knows basic commands of sit and come. She is spayed, micro-chipped and up-to-date on vaccinations.  Adoption Application can be found at www.muttmatchla.org

GENIE is a 7 year old spayed black tri female that is looking for a home with no other dogs. She is a fantastic family dog.  She is unbelievable with my children and people.  She has been around kids her whole life.  Genie has graduated from two dog training sessions and knows all of the basic commands. The only issue with Genie is that about 6 years ago, she started becoming aggressive towards other dogs for no apparent reason - up until that point, she had no problems with other dogs. We live in a planned-unit development and the fences are very short and up to now, she has never tried to get out, but lately we have had a few instances where she has escaped and found other neighborhood dogs to get into a fight with  :{   If you are interested in this great family dog, please contact owner Sue @ (805) 637-6951  or email zizzoscoffee@gmail.com

WILLA is a 4.5 year old Red Merle spayed female that is in need of a new home because of some separation anxiety - for over a year she was able to be with her owner almost 24/7, but now her owner is back in school and found a job, and Willa is not handling it well, she keeps getting out of the yard - digging under and climbing over and occasionally pushing out screens  :/   Willa loves to go on walks, is on the submissive side with people and when she's been around kids has been fine.  Owner says she is fabulous with other dogs (lives w/a Heeler & a Chi), and fine with cats and okay with chickens.  She is housebroken and well behaved, is on the larger side at around 70 pounds.  If you are interested in this sweet girl please contact her owner Debbie @ 951-977-0015 (Norco area)

CHEWBACCA is a 5 year old neutered back tri male who loves to go on walks and has lots of energy.  He is housebroken, great with other dogs and very affectionate once he knows you - he can be very protective, so not real friendly with strangers.  He has been living with 2 kids under 2 years of age and has been fine, but recently the 2 year old did something to him that caused him to yip and then bite her on the nose - because of this, his owners would like to find him a home with no kids.  If you are interested in this handsome fella, contact owner Sunset via e-mail joseph-sunset@sbcglobal.net  (Rialto area)

KATIE is a 2 year old spayed female mix breed and is very large.  She is also housebroken and is fine around the cats and friends and caregiver but scared of strangers.  Katie is a very shy girl but very sweet once she knows you.  For more information, please contact Nancy in Hemet at (951) 652-5509 or email: nonchee@verizon.net

MARLEY (dog on left) is 12 years old, spayed and de-barked female. She is obedience trained (she has her Advanced Rally title and her Novice Standard Agility title). She is a very sweet dog - sort of the clown of the family - loves everyone. RIO (dog on right) is 11 years old, spayed, de-barked female.  She is shy with some people - not good with other dogs or kids. Her issue with kids is when they are moving, she wants to herd them so she nips at them if they run or move around too much. She is not good with other animals. She is very sweet with adults - pretty much a lap dog if you would let her. My best friend is in her last days dying from cancer, and I need to place her two senior Aussies. They need to go together as they have been inseparable for 10 years. They are perfect house dogs - both in excellent health.  They are wonderful dogs and I am hopeful that they can live their final years in a great home.  If you have any questions, you can call me, Judy, on my cell at 714/350-9450 or contact me by email at jpeterson219@earthlink.net.