Australian Shepherd Dogs Available for Adoption

This dog is currently out of state but will be transported to New England shortly with no additional travel costs. The long distance adoption process includes talking to the foster they are living with in the south. Roughly 90% of our dogs are successfully long distance adopted and 10% adopted locally.

**Please read Claire Caring's entire profile, which includes a link to the adoption application at the end. Thank you!**

Meet Claire Caring, a 5-month-old Australian Shepherd mix, weighing 18 pounds (as of 2/20/26). This beautiful girl was surrendered by her owners in Tennessee after testing positive for parvo. Even though the vet treated her and she bounced out of the sickness and back to health quickly, her owners didn't give her the chance. Claire Caring hopes to find a true fur-ever family that will love her always.

Claire Caring is aptly named because she's a friendly, happy girl who truly cares for her people. She's the dog version of Mother Theresa because of her compassion to others. So even if your sibling is getting on your nerves or you're angry at your boss, Claire will remind you to try to give them a chance... or at least find ways to handle your anger in a healthy way. Maybe a rage room?

When she's not helping the less fortunate, Claire loves to play with
toys and chew on bones. She hasn't had experience with other dogs or children yet, but her foster assumes she will do well because of her happy puppy nature. Claire also hasn't met cats, but as a lover to all, she hopes to show them kindness as well. Give this girl the Nobel Peace Prize already!

Claire is currently doing well in training with leashing and crating but she will also need to be house trained so she asks her future family to have patience with her. She's still a puppy after all! With her compassion for others and your help, she'll grow to be the best family member she can be! And really, maybe you should take notes.

Who needs a Care Bear when you've got Claire Caring! Bring this lovely girl home today!

All dogs are up to date on vaccinations and spayed/neutered at the time of adoption. All dogs require professional training to become the best family member they can be.

To adopt or learn more about Claire Caring, you must fill out an adoption application. To find the application, copy and paste this URL into your browser: WWW.GDRNE.COM/ADOPTION-APPLICATION [Adoption Fee: $575] **

PLEASE READ: If a dog is listed, then s/he is currently available for adoption. Their information is correct to the best of our abilities and the information we have been given as of the day of posting. From time to time we receive new information/photos of a dog and we do recreate their listing, which means their old listing link will no longer be valid. If you are considering a dog but don't apply right away please make sure to search for the dog by name if the link you have no longer works.

Please note, GDRNE does not guarantee the breed of any dog or puppy unless stated that we have run DNA. All breeds listed are educated estimates. Note that if the dog is listed as an "Out of town pet" there are NOT additional transport fees - it is included in our adoption fee Our dogs are rescued from various situations. It is most likely that both their parents were strays and even if not, mixes of some sort and that their grandparents were mixes as well. The dog may have some genetic material of an American Staffordshire Terrier (pit bull). The dogs are usually mixes of many breeds, making them a breed all their own - a True and adorable American MUTT. If you are interested in this dog, you must submit an application. Great Dog is not a shelter so there is no building you can visit. Our dogs live in private foster homes until adopted. To learn more about our *shelterless* rescue, adoption fees, and procedures, review the list of Frequently Asked Questions on our website at WWW.GDRNE.COM.

The Australian Shepherd is a highly intelligent and energetic herding dog known for its loyalty and work ethic. Originating in the United States, despite its name, this breed is prized for its agility, trainability, and versatility in various dog sports and activities. Australian Shepherds have a distinctive medium length coat that comes in different colors, often with unique merle patterns. With proper training, socialization, and exercise, these dogs make excellent companions for active families and individuals seeking a devoted and playful four legged friend.

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