Pepper - Australian Cattle Dog Blue Heeler and Hound Dog for Adoption in Dyer, Indiana

Meet Pepper!

Pepper is a happy, playful puppy who is ready to leave shelter life behind and start the adventure she's been waiting for!

At approximately 7 months old, Pepper has already spent far too much of her young life in a shelter. She was one of a litter of 14 puppies brought to the Chillicothe Animal Shelter in April, where she spent the first four months of her life growing up behind kennel doors.

Thankfully, Pepper has now gotten her second chance.

Every day she goes to daycare, where she spends her days playing with other dogs, building confidence, and learning all about life outside of a shelter. She enjoys the company of other dogs and is getting valuable socialization that will help her thrive in her forever home.

Like any young puppy, Pepper is full of curiosity and is eager to learn. She'll benefit from continued training, daily exercise, and a family committed to helping her grow into the wonderful adult dog she's destined to become.

We believe she may be a Hound/Heeler mix, giving her the potential to be an intelligent, loyal, and fun-loving companion for an active family.

Most of all, Pepper is simply looking for what every puppy deserves—a family to love her, a soft bed to sleep in, and a lifetime of adventures.

Now it's time for her to discover just how wonderful life can be in a forever home.

FEMALE

Basics: She is a spayed female guessed to be around 7 months and she weighs close to 25lbs. She is currently fostered in Lenexa, KS

Adoption Process:
- Please fill out our adoption application: https://www.dayofthedogs.org/adoption-application

- One of our team members will get back to you via phone.
- Our dogs can be seen by appointment only. We do not have a facility at this time. Dogs are in foster homes or boarding
- Adoption fee of $200 helps to cover transport costs, spay/neuter, initial vaccines, rabies, fecal, initial worming, and microchip.
-We do not place holds on our dogs. Please do not contact us until you are prepared to adopt. NOTE: We are very good about updating the pet's profiles once adopted. So no need to write us to ask "Is he/she still available?" If the post is up, the dog is still available.

The Australian Cattle Dog, also known as the Blue Heeler, is a hardworking and intelligent breed originally developed in Australia for herding cattle. Renowned for their endurance and agility, these medium sized dogs have a striking blue or red speckled coat and alert, curious expression. With a strong herding instinct and boundless energy, they require mental stimulation and physical activity to thrive. Blue Heelers are loyal, protective, and make excellent companions for active individuals or families willing to provide the engagement and exercise they need.

The hound dog breed is a diverse group known for their incredible hunting abilities and keen sense of smell. These dogs are esteemed for their athleticism, endurance, and loyalty, making them excellent companions for active individuals and families alike. With a rich history of assisting hunters in tracking and trailing game, hounds possess a strong prey drive and a distinctive bay when on the hunt. Hounds come in various sizes and coat types, each with its unique characteristics, but they all share a remarkable intelligence and a friendly disposition.

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