Australian Cattle Dog Blue Heeler Dogs Available for Adoption in Rockville, Maryland

Keira is a delight. She will grab at your heart. You will not stop thinking about her. She is affectionate, sweet, smart as can be, and very loving. If you are watching TV with her and she does not want you to stop and you turn off the remote, she might try to turn the remote on again just for extra snuggles with you! She will tap on the door to go outside. She is house trained, a whiz with tennis balls and baseball, she can throw and lob balls from anywhere, and she is lovely with children. Keira is living with other dogs right now. She is spayed, fully vetted, and microchipped . Keira is only about 40 pounds fully grown and 11 months old. Not only is she pretty, but she has a heart of gold and a head filled with wisdom even at her young age.

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 FRIENDS OF ALL CRITTERS AT SHELTERS, INC. (FOACAS) primarily supports struggling rural Maryland shelter animals, but extends out to...