CHAMP Australian Shepherd & Border Collie Mix Richmond, VA

Champ is a very handsome, active and friendly lad who is going to make a delightful one owner, or family, companion. His previous owner had an unfortunate accident and could no longer care for him; so, Champ is now looking for his new forever home. He is 3 - 4 years old and currently about 49 pounds (but on a diet to slim down to around 40). He looks like he may have Border Collie, Australian Shepherd and/or Sheltie in his genes. Overall, he is well behaved, nicely socialized, engaging, entertaining and smart.

Here are some things you will like about Champ. He is ALL about being with his humans - he loves attention. He also enjoys the company of other canines. He is very comfortable both indoors and outdoors. He loves toys and will often self-entertain. He is food motivated, has good eye contact, is smart and eager to learn - he is quickly mastering basic commands, waiting at doorways, and sitting when cars pass by on walks. He loves butt rubs, sitting on the coach, bugging his humans to play or pay attention to him, doing zoomies, playing fetch and tug of war. He enjoys long walks and will make a great walking, jogging or hiking partner. He rides nicely in a car, enjoys golf cart rides, and thrives on routine, moderate exercise and close human companionship.

Here are some of the things you need to understand about Champ. He is an active boy who will need a good dose of daily exercise besides walking. He is very outgoing and loves people. He has an excitable nature and can get a little mouthy and jumpy when playing and meeting people. His foster mom is teaching him to redirect his excitability to toys and treats; but, for now it's best if Champ's "kid company" is on the older side. He is very enthusiastic about meeting new people and dogs. So continued leash, and basic command, training is going to be important in managing this excitement.

Here are some of the things we want for Champ's new home. Fun and active people who enjoy giving and receiving high doses of doggie companionship! A large, fenced yard for active play. Someone committed to continuing his basic training and meeting his needs for moderate exercise. New parents that have above average doggie leadership skills and understand Aussie behavior. Another playful dog, if possible. He is housebroken, neutered, microchipped, dewormed, utd on vaccines, heartworm negative and on prevention medications. Questions about Champ can be directed to lamblady.anne@gmail.com. If interested in adopting Champ please submit an adoption application below.


All ARCBCR dogs are spayed or neutered, up to date on all vaccines, heartworm negative and on preventative, dewormed and on flea and tick preventative before going to their forever homes. If interested in this pup, please fill out an online application on our website, www.arcbcr.org, and an ARC volunteer will contact you regarding your home evaluation to see if you and this pet are a good match. Please consider making a donation to help the ARCBCR Border Collies. ARCBCR is a 501(c)3 organization making your donation eligible as a tax deduction.

Adoption Application: http://www.arcbcr.org/apply-to-adopt/