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Shelties Ready for New Homes
Toby
Toby is a wonderful boy, small, handsome, playful, and just so full of himself. He must have a fenced yard with lots of running room and preferably another dog his size or smaller to run and play with. He'd be very lonely by himself for long hours. He gets along with bigger dogs, but they can be a little too rough for him - one his own size is best. He can be a little "wild child" - in motion all the time except when he is (finally) asleep.
Toby is an athlete, and he could be a star in a dog sport like agility, flyball, or disc dog. He's fast and can turn on a dime. He prances when he trots and looks so cute. He can live with a cat, but he might want to chase. He'd be a good playmate for children 8 years old and up. He is housetrained, but would need supervision for the first few days after adoption to be sure he knows the rules in his new home. (This is wise for any adopted dog.) He is also crate-trained. He travels very well in the car (crated). Put a handful of ice cubes in his water bowl and watch the fun. (Keep the mop handy.). Toby has a very cute quirk: his tail prefers to go to the right.
Toby is ... 12 inches tall, 18 pounds, and 1 year old. His adoption fee is $350.
Toby is an athlete, and he could be a star in a dog sport like agility, flyball, or disc dog. He's fast and can turn on a dime. He prances when he trots and looks so cute. He can live with a cat, but he might want to chase. He'd be a good playmate for children 8 years old and up. He is housetrained, but would need supervision for the first few days after adoption to be sure he knows the rules in his new home. (This is wise for any adopted dog.) He is also crate-trained. He travels very well in the car (crated). Put a handful of ice cubes in his water bowl and watch the fun. (Keep the mop handy.). Toby has a very cute quirk: his tail prefers to go to the right.
Toby is ... 12 inches tall, 18 pounds, and 1 year old. His adoption fee is $350.
Simon, Alvin, and Theodore
These three lovely boys are ready for adoption. They are 13 weeks old. They are siblings, buddies, and playmates right now, having so much fun exploring the big, wide world. Simon is on the left - a sable merle with blue eyes. Alvin is on the right - a sable with brown eyes. Theodore (Theo? Teddy?) is in the center - a sable merle with lots of white and one blue and one brown eye. All three exhibit the playfulness and curiosity you would expect in wonderful, healthy pups. They have been playing outdoors and are getting used to their leashes. Each will be a small sized adult. Remember that, to adopt a puppy from NVSR, you must have a fenced yard and not be away from home more than four hours at a time.
Each of these pups will be placed with a neuter contract. In addition to the adoption fee of $350, a $150 neuter deposit will be required, which will be returned to the adopter after proof of neutering between six and eight months of age has been sent to NVSR.
Each of these pups will be placed with a neuter contract. In addition to the adoption fee of $350, a $150 neuter deposit will be required, which will be returned to the adopter after proof of neutering between six and eight months of age has been sent to NVSR.
Sadie
Beautiful Sadie is the perfect dog for a person or couple with no other pets and no children in the home. Sadie bonds very strongly with her caregivers and wants all their love and attention focused on her. She is very affectionate and playful and not at all shy or fearful. She will bark to alert her caregiver that someone is at the door or on the property, but she quiets quickly if the visitor is approved by the family. Sadie claimed her foster mom all to herself soon after she arrived at her foster home and chased other dogs and cats away if they sought attention from “her” mom.
Sadie has a lovely sable and white coat, is up to date on all shots and tests, and was given a clean bill of health by her vet. An ideal home for her would include loving adults but no children or pets to compete for her caregivers’ attention. She would really appreciate a fenced yard where she can run and play. Sadie is very attached to a stuffed mallard duck that must accompany her to her new forever home.
Sadie is ... 16 inches tall, 32 pounds, and almost 5 years old. Her adoption fee is $250.
Sadie has a lovely sable and white coat, is up to date on all shots and tests, and was given a clean bill of health by her vet. An ideal home for her would include loving adults but no children or pets to compete for her caregivers’ attention. She would really appreciate a fenced yard where she can run and play. Sadie is very attached to a stuffed mallard duck that must accompany her to her new forever home.
Sadie is ... 16 inches tall, 32 pounds, and almost 5 years old. Her adoption fee is $250.
Reese
Reese is a big handsome blond who knows the way to his caregiver’s heart: lots of Sheltie kisses. His coloring is somewhat unusual for a Sheltie, but it matches his personality - which is that of warm honey. Reese was surrendered to NVSR because of an untreated seizure disorder. However, he has responded very well to inexpensive medication and has been completely seizure-free since he arrived in rescue.
Reese is happiest when near his person, but he gets along fine with dogs and cats, too. Because he has led a very sheltered life, he exhibits some anxiety when exposed to new situations and he’s a little worried when riding in the car. He is impeccably housetrained, and he walks well on a leash. His affectionate, laid-back personality makes him suitable for older, respectful children. If taken for frequent brisk walks, Reese doesn’t really need a fenced yard. What he does need is a kind and gentle adopter who will boost his confidence and help him learn to enjoy new experiences. This is a gem of a Sheltie!
Reese is …19 inches, 40 pounds, and 6 years old. His adoption fee is $250.
Reese is happiest when near his person, but he gets along fine with dogs and cats, too. Because he has led a very sheltered life, he exhibits some anxiety when exposed to new situations and he’s a little worried when riding in the car. He is impeccably housetrained, and he walks well on a leash. His affectionate, laid-back personality makes him suitable for older, respectful children. If taken for frequent brisk walks, Reese doesn’t really need a fenced yard. What he does need is a kind and gentle adopter who will boost his confidence and help him learn to enjoy new experiences. This is a gem of a Sheltie!
Reese is …19 inches, 40 pounds, and 6 years old. His adoption fee is $250.
Max
Here's Max - a big Sheltie with a wonderful temperament who looks a bit like a small Bernese Mountain dog. He is always very concerned to do what he thinks his caregiver wants. He’s large enough and dignified enough to convince a stranger he’s a serious watchdog. But Max is completely non-aggressive. He is very calm and obedient when inside. He comes to life outside, however, and tries to get his foster siblings to play chase with him. He needs a forever home with an energetic dog to play with. Max finds cats interesting, but when cats hiss at him, he turns tail and runs.
Although Max came to his foster home very overweight as a result of free-feeding by his former owner, he is on a strict diet with lots of exercise and is losing those extra pounds. He has had a complete physical, is now up-to-date on all vaccinations and has a clean bill of health from his vet. The exam included a thyroid test which showed he is NOT hypothyroid. So, his forever family will need to continue with diet and exercise to get him down to his target weight.
Max has excellent house manners. He does well with stairs in spite of his excess weight. He is a real gentleman - always polite to both humans and other dogs. Max is a little shy with strangers but will warm up to them once they are approved by his caregiver. Recently given a professional grooming, he wears his coat well. He will make a wonderful, handsome companion for adults and older teenagers.
Max is ... 17 inches tall, 55 pounds, and 8 years old. His adoption fee is $250.
Although Max came to his foster home very overweight as a result of free-feeding by his former owner, he is on a strict diet with lots of exercise and is losing those extra pounds. He has had a complete physical, is now up-to-date on all vaccinations and has a clean bill of health from his vet. The exam included a thyroid test which showed he is NOT hypothyroid. So, his forever family will need to continue with diet and exercise to get him down to his target weight.
Max has excellent house manners. He does well with stairs in spite of his excess weight. He is a real gentleman - always polite to both humans and other dogs. Max is a little shy with strangers but will warm up to them once they are approved by his caregiver. Recently given a professional grooming, he wears his coat well. He will make a wonderful, handsome companion for adults and older teenagers.
Max is ... 17 inches tall, 55 pounds, and 8 years old. His adoption fee is $250.
Robbie
Robbie is two years old but
still very much a puppy. He loves to
play with toys and always greets his foster mom with a toy in his mouth, just
in case she’s ready for a game. He’s
learning the rules of fetch and will soon be an accomplished player. Robbie is also a bit of a scamp, stealing
papers and tissues from waste baskets and happily shredding them. But he is also a very affectionate little guy
who enjoys cuddling and wants to be where his person is. He will bark fiercely when strangers pull into
the driveway but then beg shamelessly for petting once they enter and sit down.
Robbie isn't a purebred Sheltie, but he is “Sheltie enough” for NVSR—and he sure is cute. He is housetrained - he sits by the door waiting for it to be opened. He’s learning to walk nicely on a leash but will pull when excited. Always willing to do new things and explore new places, Robbie is a very well-socialized little dog. He needs obedience training to help him become a well-mannered house dog and make him safe when on adventures with his people. Since he is very smart and treat-oriented, he will be a very apt pupil and likely the star of his class. Because he still has some herding and nipping tendencies (not uncommon in herding breeds), he is not suitable for a home with small children. Like most active young Shelties, Robbie really needs a fenced yard where he can run and play a few times a day.
Robbie is ... 13 inches tall, 18 pounds, and about 2 years old. His adoption fee is $350.
Robbie isn't a purebred Sheltie, but he is “Sheltie enough” for NVSR—and he sure is cute. He is housetrained - he sits by the door waiting for it to be opened. He’s learning to walk nicely on a leash but will pull when excited. Always willing to do new things and explore new places, Robbie is a very well-socialized little dog. He needs obedience training to help him become a well-mannered house dog and make him safe when on adventures with his people. Since he is very smart and treat-oriented, he will be a very apt pupil and likely the star of his class. Because he still has some herding and nipping tendencies (not uncommon in herding breeds), he is not suitable for a home with small children. Like most active young Shelties, Robbie really needs a fenced yard where he can run and play a few times a day.
Robbie is ... 13 inches tall, 18 pounds, and about 2 years old. His adoption fee is $350.
Ginger
Ginger is a sweet, gentle dog. She especially likes to
follow her foster mom around and sleep on a dog bed nearby. Ginger
would prefer to be an only dog but she lives peacefully with three kitties
in her foster home. She loves an ear and rump
scratch whenever offered. At night she sleeps on a dog bed in the bedroom. In nice
weather she likes to explore in the fenced dog yard. Ginger came to NVSR very obese, and she has shed most of her extra pounds. Ginger loves her walks, and this is important for her health; she's a very gentle leash walker. She also is very good with children of all ages - an all-around sweetie. Ginger is eligible for our Permanent Fostering Program, so if you'd enjoy having her in your home without the responsibility of vet expenses, please ask about this.
Ginger is ... 15 inches tall, 32 pounds, and 12 years old. If adopted, her adoption fee is $100.
Ginger is ... 15 inches tall, 32 pounds, and 12 years old. If adopted, her adoption fee is $100.
Little Lady
This darling little girl is charming everyone! She's very playful with the other Shelties in her foster home (they're a little larger than she is, but just the right size), friendly, and oh, so cute! She gets along with everyone, as long as they're willing to play with her. She's a tiny one, not suited for small children. She'll need canine companions that aren't too big or rough. Little Lady eats very slowly, because she has a pronounced underbite, so she needs to be allowed to eat at her own pace - away from other dogs that might steal her food.
Little Lady is ... 11 inches tall, 10 pounds, and 2 years old. Her adoption fee is $350.
Little Lady is ... 11 inches tall, 10 pounds, and 2 years old. Her adoption fee is $350.
Laddie, a special needs dog
Laddie is a big, handsome
Sheltie who loves to play with toys, go for long walks, and race around a big
fenced yard with another energetic dog.
He bonds strongly with his principal care-givers and is very
affectionate and loyal. He is eager to
work for treats and has proved to be very smart, attentive, and easy to train
in his foster home.
Laddie is a “special needs” dog because he has one troubling problem: he sometimes snaps at the outstretched hand of a house guest or passerby who merely wants to pet him. And because Laddie has such a friendly face, wagging tail, and beautiful silky coat, many strangers DO want to pet him. He never exhibits this snapping behavior with his foster mom who can hug and groom him, brush his teeth, and examine all body parts with only positive reactions from him.
Laddie was recently evaluated by a widely-published animal behaviorist who speculated that Laddie’s response is due to harm he experienced from hands before coming into rescue. If Laddie can learn that hands are loving and gentle, he will eventually form a different emotional response. She designed a counter-conditioning and desensitization program to alter Laddie’s reaction to outstretched hands. But until his reaction is consistently changed, Laddie needs a dog-savvy adopter who can manage his environment and ensure that his counter-conditioning exercises are practiced several times a week. He cannot be placed in a family with children. But he will make a wonderfully loyal and loving companion for the right adopter.
Laddie is ... 22 inches tall, 45 pounds, and 3-5 years old. His adoption fee is negotiable.
Laddie is a “special needs” dog because he has one troubling problem: he sometimes snaps at the outstretched hand of a house guest or passerby who merely wants to pet him. And because Laddie has such a friendly face, wagging tail, and beautiful silky coat, many strangers DO want to pet him. He never exhibits this snapping behavior with his foster mom who can hug and groom him, brush his teeth, and examine all body parts with only positive reactions from him.
Laddie was recently evaluated by a widely-published animal behaviorist who speculated that Laddie’s response is due to harm he experienced from hands before coming into rescue. If Laddie can learn that hands are loving and gentle, he will eventually form a different emotional response. She designed a counter-conditioning and desensitization program to alter Laddie’s reaction to outstretched hands. But until his reaction is consistently changed, Laddie needs a dog-savvy adopter who can manage his environment and ensure that his counter-conditioning exercises are practiced several times a week. He cannot be placed in a family with children. But he will make a wonderfully loyal and loving companion for the right adopter.
Laddie is ... 22 inches tall, 45 pounds, and 3-5 years old. His adoption fee is negotiable.
Skye
Skye is a big, handsome boy, extremely smart and
athletic. After three successful levels of obedience classes, in which
he was the “star”, he’s now in agility and rally classes and loves them.
In fact, he loves training of all kinds (he gets personal attention and
… cookies!). He also loves to go hiking with his foster mom and her
hiking group. Skye is very affectionate with people he knows and will go
anywhere as long as his human is nearby, but he is still a little
nervous in unfamiliar settings. He gets along with other dogs, and he
could be happy as an only dog IF he isn’t left alone for long periods
of time. Skye needs lots of exercise every day – a one-mile walk isn’t
nearly enough – and he needs a securely fenced yard where he can run
freely and fast. (Sorry, townhouse yards just aren’t big enough.) Skye
loves to reward you with loving attention and a mischievous sense of
humor. He’s a very smart dog that needs consistency, along with daily
mental and physical challenges. He’d be a great buddy for dog sports,
hiking, or any other energetic activity. Skye has some "issues" that we're working on, like car chasing. But he responds well to positive reinforcement. He can't be placed with cats (he'd chase them), and only older, dog-savvy children.
Skye is ... 18 inches tall, 43 pounds, and 3 years old. His adoption fee is $350.
Skye is ... 18 inches tall, 43 pounds, and 3 years old. His adoption fee is $350.
Lucky
Lucky is aptly named - he's a "lucky" dog! His doting owner passed away, and the
remaining family took him to a vet to be put
down. Lucky was lucky that the vet refused. So,
Lucky made his way to NVSR. He's a big Sheltie, hefty in his
frame and still a little overweight, but not by much. We're working on that with regular walks and a green bean diet. Lucky enjoys his daily walks, and he runs and plays with the other Shelties in his foster home. What a nice boy he is - friendly and affectionate. He would be fine with children, cats, and other dogs, and he's a very good car rider. He doesn't need a fenced yard, as long as he gets regular, vigorous walks to keep his weight down. Lucky just wants to be with people - his tail wags ALL the time. He'll make some "lucky" adopter a wonderful companion and reward that person with absolute devotion. Here's a Sheltie that you can take anywhere!
Big Lucky is ... 18 inches tall, 48 pounds, and 8 years old. His adoption fee is $250.
Big Lucky is ... 18 inches tall, 48 pounds, and 8 years old. His adoption fee is $250.
Petey
You have
probably never met a more affectionate dog than handsome little Petey. His biggest joy is snuggling with his person. Don’t think about adopting him unless you
like having your neck nuzzled and covered with Sheltie kisses. Next to cuddling, he loves racing around the
big fenced yard in his foster home.
Petey is a good car rider and usually curls up to sleep or looks happily
out the window.
Petey is housetrained and crate-trained and has learned to walk on a leash without pulling. He is a very healthy young dog who doesn’t bark when left alone. So are there any downsides to this seemingly perfect little dog? That depends on your other pets. Petey can simply not resist chasing cats, so no cats. Much as he would enjoy a canine playmate, the playmate has to be a female. Petey feels a need to challenge male dogs but is fine with females. We’re not sure how he is with children because there are no children in or near his foster home. But older kids would likely be fine. He has shown no fears in foster care and is a very happy, playful youngster. He definitely needs a fenced yard in which to romp and play. And he would thrive in a good obedience class.
Petey is ... 15 inches tall, 22 pounds, and 4 years old. His adoption fee is $250.
Petey is housetrained and crate-trained and has learned to walk on a leash without pulling. He is a very healthy young dog who doesn’t bark when left alone. So are there any downsides to this seemingly perfect little dog? That depends on your other pets. Petey can simply not resist chasing cats, so no cats. Much as he would enjoy a canine playmate, the playmate has to be a female. Petey feels a need to challenge male dogs but is fine with females. We’re not sure how he is with children because there are no children in or near his foster home. But older kids would likely be fine. He has shown no fears in foster care and is a very happy, playful youngster. He definitely needs a fenced yard in which to romp and play. And he would thrive in a good obedience class.
Petey is ... 15 inches tall, 22 pounds, and 4 years old. His adoption fee is $250.
Scamp - ADOPTED!
Scamp is an easy-going
guy. He will follow his humans to the ends of the earth. He has really come out
of his shell in foster care and has become a great communicator. He tells you
what he wants in no uncertain terms-- like pointing to the treat jar and glancing
back at his foster mom with a look hard to resist. Fortunately he will settle
for a carrot or a blueberry. Even if he does not get what he wants, a pat on
the head or a scratch on the rump will do.
Scamp gets along fine with other dogs, but he is really more people-oriented than dog-oriented. We’re not sure about cats since he has not met a cat while in foster care. He’s a little overweight, but we're getting him in shape with walks and a better diet. Scamp is a good leash walker and enjoys car rides in his doggie car harness. Although reserved with people he doesn't know, he warms up quickly and is very cuddly with his main caregivers. Older children would be okay with Scamp, but he hasn’t yet learned to play with balls or other toys. Although he has good house manners, he’ll need a little monitoring in a new home at first. A fenced yard is preferred for Scamp, but frequent brisk leash walks could be adequate for him. He'd love to go to a training class, too. Scamp is a wonderful companion dog looking for a place where he can be loved for the rest of his life. His foster mom calls him "perfection in a Sheltie suit."
Scamp is ... 16 1/2 inches tall, 32 pounds, and 9 years old. His adoption fee is $250.
Scamp gets along fine with other dogs, but he is really more people-oriented than dog-oriented. We’re not sure about cats since he has not met a cat while in foster care. He’s a little overweight, but we're getting him in shape with walks and a better diet. Scamp is a good leash walker and enjoys car rides in his doggie car harness. Although reserved with people he doesn't know, he warms up quickly and is very cuddly with his main caregivers. Older children would be okay with Scamp, but he hasn’t yet learned to play with balls or other toys. Although he has good house manners, he’ll need a little monitoring in a new home at first. A fenced yard is preferred for Scamp, but frequent brisk leash walks could be adequate for him. He'd love to go to a training class, too. Scamp is a wonderful companion dog looking for a place where he can be loved for the rest of his life. His foster mom calls him "perfection in a Sheltie suit."
Scamp is ... 16 1/2 inches tall, 32 pounds, and 9 years old. His adoption fee is $250.
Zeus
Zeus is another of those “take anywhere” dogs who is always
on good behavior with people, other dogs, or cats. He is quiet and
gentle and enjoys attention but is very undemanding. He likes to go for
walks, enjoys car rides, and is happy to play in a fenced yard alone or
with other dogs. He greets visitors with a quiet dignity. Although
larger than the other Shelties in his foster home, Zeus is always
careful to be very gentle with the smaller dogs. Unlike many Shelties,
Zeus loves being brushed with a slicker brush and will reward some good
ear scratches with an appreciative wag of his tail. He is looking for a
forever home with someone around much of the day to let him out into a
fenced yard or to take him for walks.
Zeus has some renal insufficiency, so he is eligible for permanent fostering for someone interested in giving him a good home. NVSR would continue to pay his expenses. Please ask about this program for Zeus.
Zeus is ... 17 inches tall, 35 pounds, and 10 years old. If adopted, his fee is $100.
Zeus has some renal insufficiency, so he is eligible for permanent fostering for someone interested in giving him a good home. NVSR would continue to pay his expenses. Please ask about this program for Zeus.
Zeus is ... 17 inches tall, 35 pounds, and 10 years old. If adopted, his fee is $100.
New Arrivals & Shelties "on hold"
Casey
Casey found his way to NVSR from a shelter. He's heartworm positive, so he'll be in foster for several months while he's treated for that. He is a very nice, playful boy, just wanting attention and love. He has already charmed his foster mom.
Casey is ... 16 inches tall, 35 pounds, and 7 years old.
Cody
Cody is thriving in NVSR care. His foster provider reports, "What a happy boy he is after being here only one week! He knows: sit, stay, down, roll over, shake, give a hug, and high five. He also loves to play fetch with any type of ball. He will push balls around the yard if he can't get them in his mouth. What an amazing dog! And, he has excellent house manners." Cody is gaining weight, and his coat already looks so much better. Here's a new photo of him enjoying the big fenced yard at his foster home. He'll be a wonderful companion for a lucky adopter!
Cody is ... 17-18 inches tall, 25 pounds, and 8-9 years old.
Cody is ... 17-18 inches tall, 25 pounds, and 8-9 years old.
Savannah
Savannah is a beautiful older dog who came to NVSR when her owner moved to a place that does not allow dogs. Her foster provider calls her "just the sweetest dog!" She is heartworm positive and has already begun her treatment, so she will not be ready for adoption until that has been completed. In the meantime, she's enjoying being a beautiful addition to her foster home.
Savannah is ... 17 inches tall, 37 pounds, and 11 years old.
Shep
Shep is nearly deaf, but he doesn't know that. He's a loving, wonderful friend looking for a home where he can relax and look beautiful for the rest of his life. He gets along with other dogs, but he can be a little pushy if he feels they are getting in his way. It would be best for Shep to be an only dog. He doesn't need a fenced yard if he gets regular exercise on leash. He has a quiet way about him that goes with his handsome look. He'd love to have someone go for regular walks with him, pet him, brush him, and just generally fuss over him.
Shep is ... 17.5 inches tall, 32 pounds, and 8-10 years old.
Shep is ... 17.5 inches tall, 32 pounds, and 8-10 years old.
Tartan
Tartan made his way to NVSR from a puppymill seizure in Arkansas. He has been brought up-to-date on his vaccines and has been neutered. We've had his teeth cleaned, and after gentle exposure to the big wide world, he'll be ready for a new home. In the meantime, we'll give him lots of love and care. He'll be looking for someone who can help him learn about new environments and people. He has lived a very limited life so far, but in spite of that, he will make a good companion for an understanding person.
Tartan is ... 14 inches tall, 24 pounds, and 9 years old.