Australian Cattle Dog Blue Heeler Dogs Available for Adoption in Fairfax Station, Virginia

-ESTIMATE WEIGHT FULL GROWN: 35-40lbs

-ESTIMATED AGE: 4 months as of 4/10/26

-KNOWN WITH DOGS: she LOVES other dogs. She wants to play with all of them and adapts to their size and personality. She hasn't met a dog yet that she doesn't like and doesn't like her. I truly believe she would thrive if she lived with another dog.

-KNOWN WITH CATS: she has yet to encounter a cat but can't imagine she wouldn't be great with them.

-KNOWN WITH KIDS: she's wonderful with kids. She loves to give kisses and is always gentle with them. She has yet to learn not to jump up so initially she might be jumpy but it's only out of excitement.

-KNOWN CUES: she knows sit, come, and is starting to master lay down.

-KNOWN HOUSEBREAKING AND/OR CRATING: she lets you know she needs to go out by sitting by the front door. She may have some accidents if she is in the middle of an intense play session or you ignore her pleas to be let out. She does fine in the crate but complains for a few minutes when you initially leave the house but eventually settles down and is fine there after.

-KNOWN LIKES: loves squeaky toys, peanut butter, chew toys, treat dispensing balls, puzzle toys, bully sticks, her woof pupsicle, watching the birds and squirrels outside, meeting new people and dogs, sniffing all the things outside on walks.

-KNOWN DISLIKES: being told no. Haha

Notes from the foster:

If you are interested in adopting this dog, please fill out our dog adoption questionnaire and e-mail any questions to: tiffanyw@homewardtrails.org

PLEASE VISIT THIS WEBSITE TO FIND THE ADOPTION QUESTIONNAIRE:

http://www.homewardtrails.org/adopt-a-pet/adoption-forms/

HOW TO MEET THIS ANIMAL: Fill out the application and we will follow up with you! We will connect you to his foster!

LOCATION: An amazing Foster home

ADOPTION COORDINATOR: Tiffany

ADOPTION FEE: Puppies less than 6 months: $550-$600

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HT ADOPTION INCLUSIONS:
-Spay/Neuter
-First 3 distemper series vaccines and dewormings
-Rabies vaccine* age appropriate at time of adoption
-Microchip - lifetime with no registration fees
-Current on heartworm preventative
-Current on flea/tick preventative

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EXCLUSIVE HTAR ADOPTER BENEFITS:

-$15 off your first chewy order of $49.00 or more
-Exclusive pet insurance offers
- $250 coverage at any VCA Hospital in the country
-COMPLIMENTARY FIRST EXAMS at 10 DC-Area veterinarians
- Free year-round dog training
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-A portion of EVERY ADOPTION FEE supports spay/neuter efforts in under resourced communities
-Free doggy day care offers
-EXCLUSIVE DISCOUNTS for Homeward Trails events and merchandise
-Win a $50 Amazon gift card

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.

About: Homeward Trails Animal Rescue is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization that provides pet adoption in Virginia, Washington, DC and Maryland....