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Name: Riley
Rescue ID: D100173
Status: Adopted!
Adoption Fee: $225
Species: Dog
Breed: Australian Shepherd (long coat)
Learn more about the Australian Shepherd.
Sex: Male (neutered)
General Potential Size: Medium
Current Age: 17 Years 1 Month (best estimate)
Activity Level: Highly Active
Good with Dogs: Yes
Good with Cats: No
Good with Kids: Yes
Housetrained: Yes
Description:

10-31-10 Update: Riley is a sweetie, but he does have a few issues thar are typical of the Aussie breed. As Aussies are a "working breed" they are happiest when given tasks to do. When they play they will try to herd yi around. Riley does chase cats (he hasn't hurt one, but we recommend a no cat home just to be safe). He needs a doggy companion that enjoys playing rough. When he gets anxious Riley chews his paws. He is overall a very wonderful dog. Just make sure you have read up on the breed and are aware of these traits before applying for him.

4-20-10 Update:
He's 70lbs, but needs to lose 15pounds, altered, and is 5 years old.  While his recall is still sketchy, I think that he has a lot of potential when he bonds with his new family.  He's getting better every day, but we still have not tested him fully off leash yet.  He's very affectionate and playful.  He and Higgins would play all day long if they could.  He loves to show you his favorite stuffy when you get home.  He's fully crate and house trained and loves to play.  Riley would love another dog to play with or regular play dates with doggie friends.  He responds to commands very well.  He's the best of the four dogs, actually.  He's a mature, yet fun loving active boy.  He has no fear in new situations or with new people.  He's got a degree in professional foot warming.  He's also a perfect gentleman in the car.  Regular grooming at home and a professional groom every 6-8 months is recommended for this guys coat.  It is a full, Aussie show coat at it's best.      


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Please understand the statements about this animal are based upon the foster home's evaluation of the animal. The animal might behave differently (negatively or positively) in your home. While the animal might be good with the current foster’s dogs, cats, children, etc., it may not be with your animal(s) or children. The animal may be housebroken or litter trained in the home of the foster but may relapse in your home. The animal is represented to the public as it performs in the foster home and any statements made regarding the animal are conditional to that foster home setting. Please understand that statements made regarding this animal are simply overviews and are not guaranteed.

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