This pup will be available to meet starting on 8/29Meet Spur — Australian Shepherd, aspiring athlete, part-time security system, and full-time supervisor of whatever you’re doing. Have endless energy? GREAT NEWS. So does Spur. In fact, Spur would like to know what you mean by “endless,” because he’s prepared to test that claim. Spur is a young Aussie who was surrendered when his owner was preparing for surgery and realized that keeping up with his energy was simply too much. And we’re going to be very transparent here: Spur is not looking for a quiet retirement buddy. This handsome guy needs an active home that actually wants the brains, energy, enthusiasm, and occasional questionable decision-making that can come with a young Australian Shepherd. His résumé includes: HIGH ENERGY — We cannot emphasize this enough. Hiking? Yes. Long walks? Absolutely. Training? Please! A leisurely stroll around the block followed by 14 hours of watching television? Spur respectfully declines. Dog friendly — He enjoys other dogs and would likely appreciate a canine buddy who can help burn off some of that Aussie fuel. Chicken enthusiast — Unfortunately, not in the wholesome farm-dog way. Spur chases chickens, so we're going to go ahead and remove "poultry guardian" from his list of potential careers. Secure fence required — Spur is an active, curious guy, and we'd prefer his adventures remain on the correct side of the property line. Neighborhood Watch — If someone is in his yard, Spur WILL let you know. Was it necessary to notify you? Perhaps. Perhaps not. But you have been notified. Potty habits — He's been doing really well and isn't having accidents when he's inside, although we wouldn't stamp him "100% potty trained" just yet. His new family should be prepared to continue reinforcing the good habits he's already developing. Counter surfing — Why keep things on the counter if they're not meant to be investigated? Spur would like an answer. Toys — Inside? Fantastic. Outside? Apparently there are far more important things to do. Electronics — Spur once chewed up the TV remote. In his defense, Sonny left it sitting in a chair. Spur maintains that this was an unfortunate breakdown in household remote-storage procedures and accepts limited responsibility. Spur is friendly, smart, energetic, mischievous, and very much a young working-breed dog. He's looking for someone who understands that Aussies aren't just beautiful fluffy dogs—they're intelligent, active dogs who need physical exercise, mental stimulation, training, structure, and things to DO. If you're searching for a calm companion whose favorite activity is watching the world go by from the couch, we have some lovely dogs we'd be delighted to introduce you to. If you're searching for an adventure buddy who might hike five miles, supervise your yard work, alert you to a suspicious leaf, inspect your countertops, wrestle with the dog, and still ask, "Okay, what's next?" Spur would like to see your application They were rescued from a shelter in New Mexico.Meet and greets are by appointment only. An approved application is required to schedule a meeting. Check out our events page for upcoming open adoption events!We have no additional back story or update for this dog at this time. When we do, it will be updated here. This is all the information we have currently. Approved Applicants may make the adoption fee payment by clicking donate above. Partial adoption fees will not hold a dog. If upon meeting the dog of your choosing at your scheduled pickup time you find that you aren't a good match, your deposit will be fully refunded. Adoption fees include vaccines up until time of adoption, microchip, spay/neuter and 1st 30 days of free pet insurance. We are not affiliated with MetLife pet insurance. (you have to sign up for the insurance or it will not go into effect). Adoption fees help cover the medical care of the animals while he or she waits for a new home, as well as food and transportation costs. These fees help to provide care for the other animals in the shelter or rescue group who may have medical bills that are much higher than any possible adoption fee. The money also acts as a donation to help support the organization as a whole, allowing the group to continue its efforts to rescue and rehome pets. The dogs in our care are fostered in Colorado, Texas, and New Mexico. While all dogs are picked up during our scheduled times, sometimes transport dates change due to unforeseen circumstances. More questions? Breed labels are a "best guess" by a shelter veterinarian and cannot be guaranteed.
