Wally

Australian Cattle Dog/Blue Heeler | Shrewsbury, NJ

AdultMaleMediumRed

About

Meet Wally

Location: Brewster, NY   Meet Wally Could it be, a cuddly heeler?   Meet the  cuddliest,  fuzziest meatball you ever did see, Wally, aka Wally Bear!  Wally was found dumped in KY, but lucked out and found his way to ACDRA  and to his foster mom in New York .  This pint-sized  pistol  is a 4-year-old  stumpy  red heeler mix who is a little on the pudgy side.  Aren’t we all?  Like all heelers, Wally can be very stubborn and  he tries to operate on his own time.  But he  is extremely food motivated and aspirationally athletic.  His adorable teddy bear face and copious kisses offset his mouth-first style of communication.    The heeler genes are very strong in this one and he would  likely  excel on a farm, or involvement in other herding-like activities that harness his heeling powers for good.   He is not recommended for a home with cats, other small animals, or small children due to his nipping and general tendency to slide-tackle for bellies.  Children over the age of 12, with appropriate knowledge of herding dog behaviors, should be fine.   Once a little bit of the  weight  is off, he would  likely  be a great hiking buddy, as he loves to sniff. Wally is also a great copilot and excellent car traveler!    He generally walks well on a leash, and is not reactive to other dogs or people , but he can be a bit protective if someone steps into your immediate personal space .   Typically standoffish with newcomers, Wally is a 10 out of 10 clinger with his people  and would be happiest following you around during the day . Wally is fostering with three other dogs and does well cohabitating, even with a terrier half his size.   In foster, h e is  starting to learn some general manners in taking treats, and  beginning  to learn to be comfortable  with the crate.   Wally’s ideal situation is a n active,  savvy owner  who can  set and enforce boundaries ,  has a solid understanding of the breed ,  and is committed to helping him on his health journey ,  as well as developing his manners.    He would be fine with another friendly, active sibling of either sex  (though he prefers females) , but would be just as content being your one and only so he can soak up all the loving himself. Meet-and-greets in the greater tristate area (NY, NJ, CT) are available and recommended, but he is adoptable anywhere  with appropriate coordination . Wally  is neutered and up-to-date on vaccines.    This little diamond-in-the-the-ruff is looking for a lap to love on.   Could that be yours? If you have questions, please c ontact his foster  mom  at [email protected]. If you  think  Wally  might be for you, please fill out an application at www.acdra.org/adoption-application.    

Adoption Process
ADOPTION FEES All puppies and adult dogs are up-to-date on vaccinations and monthly preventatives. All adult dogs are spayed / neutered. Puppies under 1 year: $350 Puppies too young to be spayed/neutered are adopted with a Spay/Neuter Contract which includes a $50 deposit which is refunded when you submit proof of spay/neuter. Age 1 - 6: $300 Age 7 - 9: $250 Age 10+: $100 Age 7+ adopted by a person 60+: FREE (Any donation is appreciated) Need our help transporting over 3 hours from foster home to adopter: $50 - $150 depending on distance (in addition to adoption fee). NOTE! All dogs are adopted with a 2-week trial period. If you decide the dog is not a fit for your household and the dog is returned to the rescue within 2 weeks of adoption, the adoption fee will be refunded.

Contact
Australian Cattle Dog Rescue Association
[email protected]
http://www.acdra.org