Fiona Australian Cattle Dog / Blue Heeler South Williamsport, PA

If interested, please contact the foster home. Petfinders Profiles doesn’t always work.

Meet Fiona – A Sweet, Playful & Loving Companion!
Fiona is a delightful 2-year-old Cattle Dog mix who is looking for a loving forever home. At 33 lbs., Fiona is the perfect size for someone who’s looking for a medium-sized dog full of spunk, energy, and affection. She's a champion cuddler and loves spending time with her humans, making her an ideal companion for someone seeking both playfulness and comfort.
She can be a little timid around new experiences, but once she’s comfortable, her playful and sweet personality shines through. While she’s not the best fit for a home with small children due to her tendency to jump and nip, she should be fine with older children and some positive reinforcement training.
Though Fiona hasn't had much training before joining rescue, she is a quick learner. She’s already mastered basic commands like “sit,” “down,” and “stay,” and her recall is fabulous! Fiona is very agile—she can leap up to 4 feet when she’s excited! She even took to swimming like a pro when introduced to a local lake during her temporary foster stay in Georgia. Her enthusiasm and energy make her a joy to be around, though she’ll need a patient adopter who is willing to help her adjust to new surroundings and experiences.
Fiona would thrive in a quieter area with a physical fence (no underground fencing, please). However, with time, patience, and training, she could also adapt to a home without a fence as long as her adopter is committed to bonding with her and providing a long-line training routine. Fiona is crate-trained but currently uses baby gates to stay safely contained when her foster mom is away.
Fiona will need to be an only dog, as she does not react well to other dogs in the household getting attention. This would probably extend to cats also. But who needs another dog when you have this fun loving companion? Fiona settles easily after some play and when it’s time for bed.
Fiona's Ideal Home:
• An adopter who is patient and willing to give her time to acclimate to new environments
• A quieter, suburban or rural area would be ideal
• A home without another dog or cat
• No young children due to her jumping/nipping tendencies
• A fenced yard (preferably physical fencing) or an adopter willing to work on training without one
Fiona is housebroken, spayed, up to date on all vaccinations, flea/tick and heartworm preventatives, and will be available for adoption after completing her heartworm treatment on December 10th. A retest will be required in six months.
If you're looking for a loving, loyal companion who will bond closely with you and bring joy into your life, Fiona might just be your perfect match!
Location: South Williamsport, PA (north central PA)
For more information or to inquire about adopting Fiona, please contact her foster home at loftus0828@gmail.com.

Complete an Application:
https://www.acdra.org/adoption-application