Ranger - Australian Cattle Dog Blue Heeler Dog for Adoption in Richmond, Virginia

Written: 7/6/26
Age: 8 weeks, Born, May 2026
Current Weight: 7lbs.
Estimated Adult Weight: 40-50lbs
Breed: Australian Cattle Dog/Blue Heeler (parents unknown)


Meet Ranger!

This incredible guy does well with cats, kids, and dogs! He is adorable, playful, and so excited to find his furever home! Ranger is a silly guy still getting used to his little body. He loves to play and romp around. He's learned to sit and seems very trainable and very food motivated. He is doing well in his crate training and also potty training with less accidents every day! He's goofy, smart, and also not too barky. When he does something correct he looks you right in the eye with the cutest little face. As just a little pup, he's weird around stairs and doorways right now but fine if you hold him to pick him up

He is a spunky guy, who is eager to learn and adventure the world around him! His theme song would definitely be "don't stop me now" by Queen and if he could talk, he'd say "please take me home and let me play with you"!

He is being fostered in Richmond, VA and is up to date on age-appropriate vaccinations, has been dewormed, and is on monthly preventatives. His adoption fee is $375 and covers the cost of age-appropriate core vaccinations, microchip, and required neuter when age-appropriate. We require that all adopters, regardless of the dogs age, are committed to ongoing training and socialization as part of responsible ownership. To apply to adopt Ranger, visit www.beaglesandbentleys.org/adopt.

Spay/Neuter Disclosure:
Spay/Neuter will be scheduled when age-appropriate and is covered in the adoption fee. We require adopters to be within a reasonable distance of Richmond or Virginia Beach in order to complete spay/neuter with our approved clinics.

Note: Sending a Petfinder inquiry is not submitting an application. We require a completed adoption application to move forward with adoption.

Beagles and Bentleys has an across-the-board evaluative process that we apply to every application we review that prioritizes our animals in need. We conduct a vet reference check (all resident dogs must be altered/up to date on dhpp/rabies and monthly preventatives, and cats must be altered and up to date on rabies) and a virtual home visit call where we discuss the adoption process and see your home.

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.

Beagles and Bentleys is dedicated to helping dogs in need find loving homes. We primarily rescue dogs in Virginia and...