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04 Jan
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Rory

Available for Adoption

  • Sex: Female
  • Neutered/Spayed?: Yes
  • Age: 8 years old
  • Weight: 40 Pounds
  • Coat (color and length): Black and white, medium length
  • Activity Level: moderate

Biography  

Rory, an 8-year-old border collie/lab mix, is an intelligent, cuddly, fun girl! She has been a family dog for the last 7 years, but has recently begun showing aggression towards another family pet and therefore needs to find a home that better suits her needs. Rory is an incredible family dog 90% of the time. She is well trained with basic obedience (sit, down, off, place, wait, here, etc) and is off-leash trained. She loves to chase a frisbee (approximately 4 times before she wants to cuddle instead). She is very affectionate and rolls over for belly rubs. She is potty-trained and crate-trained. She currently lives in a home with two small children and cats without a problem. However, as Rory does come with some challenges, we highly recommend she go to a home that has experience with herding breeds. She is territorial of her home and is nervous around strangers which can result in barking and potential nipping if not introduced properly. She is more comfortable, in general, with women. The recent aggression towards her sibling is new and the only dog aggression she has shown. She currently lives in the home with a third dog that isn’t a problem, has had a variety of foster dogs come and go in her home, and attends a kennel-free boarding facility. Although Rory does come with some areas of improvement, she truly is a wonderful and loyal dog. We believe she would be incredibly successful in a home in which someone had the capacity to continue her training. If it wasn’t for the safety of our other dog, there is no way we would let her go. Please reach out to me directly if you’d like to talk more – 704-779-0008.

Contact Information: 
Your Name – Lindsey Kass-Green
City/State – Asheville, NC
Email address – Lind.kass@gmail.com
Phone number (optional) – 704-779-0008

Note: These dogs have not yet completed PRBCR’s evaluation process or are waiting for foster homes and are not presently available for adoption through PRBCR. We also provide this space to individual owners wishing to place their BCs or BC-mixes themselves. PRBCR does not warranty any information provided about the following dogs. Should any issues arise, PRBCR will not be held responsible. Fees requested and policies may differ from PRBCR. Please use the contacts provided to obtain more information or arrange an adoption. PRBCR representatives have no further information on these dogs.

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18 Nov
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Milkshake

Available for Adoption

  • Male, neutered
  • 5.5 years
  • 48 lbs
  • White and Black, medium length coat
  • Companion/Low activity level/exercise restriction

Bio:

Stunning 5 1/2 year old Border Collie male with a perfect black mask and lovely white coat speckled with black – he looks like a fluffy Oreo Milkshake! “Milkshake” (aka: “Breaker”) has had a rough first 5 years and just couldn’t get a “break” in life. He was a nervous and reactive Owner Surrender at a shelter when he was around 4 years old. Then adopted by a person who gave him no training, no veterinary care, and allowed him to run free in the streets regularly. They never had him neutered, vaccinated, and didn’t trim his nails for a year, among other things. Despite all this neglect, he is the sweetest *loverboy* you will meet.

He absolutely loves hugs and cuddles, or even just leaning against you quietly for long periods of time. He makes a wonderful emotional support pup since he has all the time in the world to quietly sit and love on you. He’s friendly to everyone and loves kids. He really wants someone to be his BFF, and he will be yours.

He is extremely handsome with his luxurious white and black speckled coat of wavy fur. He will squint his big, almond eyes when you talk to him lovingly. He barks when strangers come to the door or onto your property, but will stop quickly when told, and doesn’t get aggressive toward new people.

He’s smart and is learning his basic commands and tricks, getting much better at leash walking, and doing very well with listening. He can be quite calm in the house, but has a general excitement for things like treats, food, and walks. He wants to be your shadow, following you around everywhere if possible.

He didn’t know how to play with toys or fetch at all, so we’re working on these things. His favorite “toys” are actually treat-stuffed Kong-type toys for strong chewers. His recall is not reliable and with his history of getting loose and chasing animals, he requires a securely fenced yard or to be on leash at all times when outside.

Being a Border Collie who got no training in the first 5 years of his life, he has some predictable issues. He has separation anxiety and will try very hard to get out of his kennel when left alone. We’re working on this, but he requires someone with patience and a very safe, strong kennel in the meantime, if he must be left alone. He will whine or “yip” when left alone, which has gotten much better with time and training. He also whines when he’s excited or unsure, but it also gets better as he gets used to things. As mentioned, he will chase small animals and cats, and will potentially kill them if he catches them, as it’s not just herding behavior, it’s a strong prey drive. So cats or small animals in the home won’t work with him, and in fact cause him anxiety.

He wasn’t previously socialized, but he gets along with most other dogs after a period of controlled habituation and monitoring. He does have a somewhat dominant personality (not aggressive), so he requires someone who knows how to manage this if other dogs are in the home. He’s house trained, he isn’t destructive, and doesn’t go looking for things to mess with or destroy.

This poor guy was infected with heartworms when he came to us and has now gone through the full veterinary heartworm treatment protocol. Because the infection was there for a long time, has some minor lung/heart damage, so he coughs easily and cannot tolerate lots of exercise or exertion. This makes him a great candidate for low-activity households. He is happy just to have short leash-walks and treat-stuffed chew toys throughout the day, with lots of pets and couch lounging, and doesn’t need high levels of exercise like many Border Collies.

He is now currently UTD on vaccinations and is on heartworm and flea/tick preventative. He has some food sensitivity, so is on a vegan diet as per his veterinarian, and doing great on that.

He will herd/nip at people or children if there’s exciting play or roughhousing going on, so very small children should be watched around him (like most herding dogs). Also, like most herding dogs, he is scared of thunder, but calms down with reassuring cuddles.

Despite everything thrown at this poor pupper, he is still a super sweet, easy guy with a few quirks (like we all have) but wants very much to just love someone and get his “Break” in life. In the right home, he will make an absolutely amazing, usually calm, often silly, and always affectionate companion.

Contact:

Robin Shepard

Salisbury, NC

cdrfarms1@gmail.com

Note: These dogs have not yet completed PRBCR’s evaluation process or are waiting for foster homes and are not presently available for adoption through PRBCR. We also provide this space to individual owners wishing to place their BCs or BC-mixes themselves. PRBCR does not warranty any information provided about the following dogs. Should any issues arise, PRBCR will not be held responsible. Fees requested and policies may differ from PRBCR. Please use the contacts provided to obtain more information or arrange an adoption. PRBCR representatives have no further information on these dogs.

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30 Oct
0

Harvey

Available for Adoption

  • Sex: male 
  • Neutered/Spayed : Neutered 
  • Age: Almost 4 years old
  • Weight: 55-60 pounds
  • Coat: Black and white 
  • Activity Level: High 
  • Biography: Harvey is an extremely loving dog. He cuddles and gives hugs!! He loves the water and water hose!! He goes to doggie daycare and enjoys it!! When he came to me, he was heartworm positive. I have treated him and he is now negative. I have not had him around cats. I did just bring home a kitten but we don’t know how well he is with him yet. He loves sticks, balls and frisbies. He will play tug of war with you all day long! 
  • Contact Information:
    Your Name:Harmony Lipinski 
    City/State: Longview, Texas 
    Email address: kcmhdavis@gmail.com
    Phone number: 903-431-6658

Note: These dogs have not yet completed PRBCR’s evaluation process or are waiting for foster homes and are not presently available for adoption through PRBCR. We also provide this space to individual owners wishing to place their BCs or BC-mixes themselves. PRBCR does not warranty any information provided about the following dogs. Should any issues arise, PRBCR will not be held responsible. Fees requested and policies may differ from PRBCR. Please use the contacts provided to obtain more information or arrange an adoption. PRBCR representatives have no further information on these dogs.

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  • Nymeria
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24 Sep
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Nymeria

Available for Adoption

My name is Nymeria, but everyone calls me Miri (MIR-EE). 

I am a 6.5 year old spayed female, red and white, 48 pound Border Collie-Aussie mix. My owners have had me since I was a puppy, but their life changed unexpectedly and now to no fault of my own I’m looking for my new forever home. I am a sweet girl with good manners. All I want is to please and love my people! I have good manners, I am house trained, crate trained, leash trained, and travel beautifully! I know my basic obedience, sit, stay, down, and shake. I think chasing cats is a fun game, and while I’m not dog aggressive, I am an alpha and want to be the top dog. Because I think I’m the boss, I have to go to a home with no cats or dogs, but I do love all humans! I do bark when I get really excited, or if I think there is stranger danger, but I will quiet down quickly when I’m told. 

I’m up to date on all my vaccines, have current and normal bloodwork with urinalysis, negative for heartworms and intestinal parasites. Currently on flea, tick and heartworm prevention. I will have a dental and survey x-rays soon! I am currently in Cocoa, Florida. 

Please contact Erin Harmening at Parkway Animal Hospital for more info. 321-749-8543 (text is best) or erin.a.burger@gmail.com. Hurry I will place quickly, I just can’t wait for all my belly rubs!!!

Note: These dogs have not yet completed PRBCR’s evaluation process or are waiting for foster homes and are not presently available for adoption through PRBCR. We also provide this space to individual owners wishing to place their BCs or BC-mixes themselves. PRBCR does not warranty any information provided about the following dogs. Should any issues arise, PRBCR will not be held responsible. Fees requested and policies may differ from PRBCR. Please use the contacts provided to obtain more information or arrange an adoption. PRBCR representatives have no further information on these dogs.

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  • Winston
  • Winston
  • Winston
  • Winston
16 Feb
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Winston

Available for Adoption

  • Border Collie Great Pyrenees mix
  • Sex: Male, Neutered/Spayed: Intact, though appointment has been made
  • Age: 14 months, 65 pounds
  • Coat: black and white, long
  • Activity Level: medium energy, tires easily

Biography:

Winston is a 14 month old 65 pound Border Collie/Great Pyrenees mix looking for a forever home! His favorite activities include being an oversized lap dog, rolling around with his lab brother, playing fetch (though never bringing it back), and never leaving his owner’s side. He is house trained, crate trained and walks well on a leash. He knows several different obedience commands and picks up new skills with ease. He is great with both dogs and cats. Winston is protective of the ones he loves due to the nature of his Pyrenees side so he alert barks and doesn’t get along well with strangers. He has had issues in the past with stranger anxiety and has been in behavioral training for the past 3 months but has made extreme progress. Winston needs to find a home where someone has the time, patience and space to continue his training. A fenced yard is necessary to safely expel energy, patrol the perimeter and act like the dog he was meant to be!

Personal Contact Information:

Hope Cordts

Athens, Georgia

mikaelahope01@gmail.com

(678)800-5856

Note: These dogs have not yet completed PRBCR’s evaluation process or are waiting for foster homes and are not presently available for adoption through PRBCR. We also provide this space to individual owners wishing to place their BCs or BC-mixes themselves. PRBCR does not warranty any information provided about the following dogs. Should any issues arise, PRBCR will not be held responsible. Fees requested and policies may differ from PRBCR. Please use the contacts provided to obtain more information or arrange an adoption. PRBCR representatives have no further information on these dogs.

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15 Oct
0

Luna

Available for Adoption

  • Border Collie, Tri-Color, 42 lbs., AKC Registered
  • Female, Spayed, 1 year 10 months
  • High Activity Level/Athletic
  • Woodstock, GA

Bio:

Looking to rehome Luna, a 1 year 10 month old, tri-color border collie. Luna is crazy about kayaking, swimming, frisbees, Chuck-it balls, her agility tunnel, 4 mile runs, hiking, snuggles, and baby sitting her chickens. She has learned, from her sister, to be a guardian dog. She is a Covid pup and has no social skills. I have been working on her socialization as she doesn’t like little people (kids) and men seem to be an issue with her. She has become aggressive with my Great Pyrenees/golden mix and each fight has gotten progressively worse. I have consulted with a trainer and things are only getting worse. For the health and safety of my dogs and myself I need to find her a forever home that is best for her. My heart is broken but her well being is the priority. A home with no dogs and someone that is very active would be best for her.

Contact Info:

Cindy Barnes

Woodstock,GA

barneskc1992@hotmail.com

678-687-1289 c/t

Note: These dogs have not yet completed PRBCR’s evaluation process or are waiting for foster homes and are not presently available for adoption through PRBCR. We also provide this space to individual owners wishing to place their BCs or BC-mixes themselves. PRBCR does not warranty any information provided about the following dogs. Should any issues arise, PRBCR will not be held responsible. Fees requested and policies may differ from PRBCR. Please use the contacts provided to obtain more information or arrange an adoption. PRBCR representatives have no further information on these dogs.

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  • Nelson border collie
25 Aug
0

Nelson

Available for Adoption

  • 3.5-year-old border collie mix
  • Male
  • Aldie, Virginia

Nelson’s Good Side

  • Loves the ball and chase
  • Loves water
  • Very smart and learns quickly
  • Beautiful coat and eyes
  • OK around other dogs
  • Loves hiking

Nelson’s Not so Good Side

  • He does have a bite record – primarily to hands, but also torso
  • Sensitive to touch
  • Sensitive in smaller spaces
  • Not sure how to ask for and receive affection, though he seems to want it
  • Prey drive – not suited for a farm with chickens

Location & Contact
Friends of Homeless Animals
39710 Goodpuppy Lane
Aldie, VA 20105

703-385-0224

Read more on the shelter’s website: https://foha.org/pet/nelson2021/

Note: These dogs have not yet completed PRBCR’s evaluation process or are waiting for foster homes and are not presently available for adoption through PRBCR. We also provide this space to individual owners wishing to place their BCs or BC-mixes themselves. PRBCR does not warranty any information provided about the following dogs. Should any issues arise, PRBCR will not be held responsible. Fees requested and policies may differ from PRBCR. Please use the contacts provided to obtain more information or arrange an adoption. PRBCR representatives have no further information on these dogs.

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