River Australian Cattle Dog / Blue Heeler Adamstown, MD

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Hi, my name is River! I’m a 1.5-yr old, 35 lb, “triple S” (sweet, smart, and sensitive) female ACD looking for an active person to unlock my full potential. I’m spayed, microchipped, and up to date on vaccinations and preventatives—ready for my forever home!

Previously, I lived in a rural home with kids of all ages. Unfortunately, however, the family was so busy and on the go that they didn’t have enough time for me. I was crated for most of the day and night. When I did manage to escape, I ran and ran as far as I could because there was no fence on the property! I always returned for my food though. Luckily a foster home on a farm with lots of fenced yard and pasture took me in, complete with an energetic, playful puppy. I play and run with her constantly and take long daily leash walks with the 4 resident ACDs, which has allowed me to harness my pent-up energy. I even get along well with the grumpy senior dogs and respect their space. I’m feeling more and more secure in my foster home every day, and my recall is improving. Did you know that when I come to my foster dad, it means I get a party and treats?!? I’m very affectionate and love to snuggle with him at the end of the day.

I need a fenced property with room to run and preferably a playful canine buddy, but no cats please! I’m food motivated, eager to learn, and have already mastered a few basic manners. I love to ride in my foster dad’s truck, and I’m already housetrained. If I could find a person who runs, cycles, or hikes with me daily or someone who is interested in dog sports such as flyball or agility, that would be my dream. I love to track while walking and would excel at nosework or search and rescue. I also love the water and chasing things, and my foster dad thinks I could even be a great dock diver!
If you are looking for a beautiful and loving companion, I, River, am a perfect match for you!
River is being fostered in Adamstown, MD (contact her foster dad: kirkdruey@gmail.com).

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