I'm the biggest of my pack but that doesn't stop my siblings from playing rough n tumble! I know when to stop when my big foster brother tells me. I may be mischievous but I'm respectful, attentive, and affectionate. I cannot wait to join an affectionate family who can teach me as many things as possible and bring out the best in me. Puprika is crate trained, 75% housebroken and fully vetted. He is currently located in Flagstaff, AZ The first step to meeting any of our dogs is to submit an appli [...]

Hello! My name is Francisca, Fran for short. Do you love hugs? I certainly do! They call me a Velcro dog, I just like being stuck to you. I am a very loving girl who will sit on the couch with you, cuddle, and give you Fran kisses. I love going on walks. I won't mind if you forget my leash, I won't stray far from you. My fosters say my recall skills are excellent. I don't know what that means but we can figure it out together. Chewing on bones is my favorite and I don't chew on anything else. I [...]

Javi is a happy, healthy and very handsome Australian Cattle Dog. He is extremely affectionate and has a fairly mellow personality for a cattle dog! He LOVES to play catch, and wants as much of your attention as you are willing to give. He loves cuddles, a good belly rub and he is very well behaved on a leash! Javi is a very happy boy and gets along with everyone, he can be timid when initially interacting with new dogs but warms up to them fast. He got along beautifully with his foster sister L [...]

Melody is a goofy girl that loves hanging out with her family.  She is happy to go on a long walk or run, but is just as happy snuggling with her people. Melody loves car rides because they mean adventure! When a walk starts she is so intrigued by all the smells that she can pull a bit, but with a little correction she walks pretty well and is getting better with training. She gets along well with other dogs and even likes to play with cats, but sometimes forgets they're smaller than her, she's [...]

Aspen is a sweet, attentive, eager little girl who’s adventurous and full of ACD puppy spirit, OH and just look at that smile, isn’t it the best!! Aspen is still learning her boundaries and working on potty training but making huge strides every day. Aspen is good with everyone she meets though can be a bit cautious when meeting new dogs, she quickly warms up and then it’s game on! Aspen has been very respectful of the toddler in her foster home as well. She hasn’t met a cat but we think it migh [...]

If you want to know the definition of ‘velcro dog’, look no further than Linus! He will follow you wherever you go, enjoying just sitting and watching you quietly. He a very curious boy that just loves to have you in sight. He has been learning so much the past few weeks with the help of his foster sister/new best friend. He has learned commands such as ‘sit’, ‘stay’, and ‘come’; he has learned how to go potty outside (99.9% housetrained), walk on a leash, and best of all- how to play fetch! He [...]

Tom Pettme is an athletic, sweet, happy, and smart little guy; most of all he is so excited to meet you.  He’s a social butterfly and is playful and appropriate with new dog friends and people. We have not seen him interact with cats or small children in his foster home.  He of course loves his walks and jogging, but  if he’s with his favorite person, he will make it clear he is in heaven.   While he is exuberant and cheerful, he also likes to snuggle, gives little doggie kisses, and likes to gr [...]

These seven dogs have a fun story: ACDRers Kathleen and Doug married on eclipse day, 8-21-17. Their three-week wedding journey took them through Idaho, Wyoming, Colorado and Utah. Their trip's final night found them in Navajo National Monument just south of Kayenta, AZ. Deep on a hiking trail, a determined band of 7 abandoned dogs found the honeymooners and held on tight. No lost-dog posters nor posts were found and no inquiries had been made with the rangers. The next morning, everyone was head [...]

Introducing the Honeymooners! These seven dogs have a fun story: ACDRers Kathleen and Doug married on eclipse day, 8-21-17. Their three-week wedding journey took them through Idaho, Wyoming, Colorado and Utah. Their trip's final night found them in Navajo National Monument just south of Kayenta, AZ. Deep on a hiking trail, a determined band of 7 abandoned dogs found the honeymooners and held on tight. No lost-dog posters nor posts were found and no inquiries had been made with the rangers. The n [...]