"Temperament: Rex is very quiet- I still haven't heard him make a sound! He's very gentle and a bit clingy. He follows his people around every chance he gets and he's very sweet. He doesn't seem attached to his foster brother but they get along just fine. He's also very low energy which is surprising. Rex will need a home in a quiet place - the hustle and bustle of city living and loud noises is not for him.
Training Needs: Potty training is pretty much there and he's still doing great walking on a leash (he walks a bit slowly though). He has started some new behaviors like jumping on cabinets to see what's on the counter, and we're making sure to stop that as much as possible. He is afraid of stairs and we've paused working on it for now because it was a major struggle, and he doesn't really need to go upstairs. I'd like to him to learn eventually though
Adorable behaviors: He loves belly rubs and just any rubs in general. If you stop, he gets closer and sort of nudges you to keep going and it's hilarious. His nesting sometimes gets so intense that it's funny (other times it's kinda annoying) and I love when he sits with his paws crossed
Since January 11th, Rex has made tons of progress in my house and I'm so proud of him. I think he would do best in a quiet household, and it would be good for people to know how low energy he is because Aussies have a reputation of being the opposite. He's very easy to take care of and he doesn't necessarily need another dog in the house IMO. I think my dog is helping him through the foster process but once he's adopted he should be fine being the only dog. He seems to be way more attached to people.
Attached are some more updated pics. Thank you for trusting us with him and we can't wait to see his feature on social media!"
ABOUT: AUSTRALIAN SHEPHERD DOG BREED
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.
