Border Collie and Schipperke Dogs Available for Adoption

Midnight was recently transferred to us from Boston Animal Control. Our vet is estimating that she is between nine months and two years old and she weighs 23 lbs, Midnight is a playful, spunky girl who is looking for an active adopter. She loves to run and play! She would likely be a good candidate for somebody looking for a hiking or running companion and would likely excel at canine sports like scentwork or agility. Once she is tired out, she loves to cuddle and be patted. She is a really sweet girl.

Midnight is good with some dogs after a slow introduction, but she can be reactive when on leash. She'd benefit from consistent training and boundaries to become her best self. She is very smart and loves to train so will be a lot of fun for a committed adopter. We are looking for a home with either no other dogs or a submissive dog who would be okay with a young, active herding breed. Since we do not have a history on her with children, we will not place her in a home with kids under 16 years old. She will be spayed 4/16 so we are accepting applications for her now.

The first step in our adoption process is to fill out an adoption application here: medfieldshelter.com/adopt

If a dog is listed on our website, it is still available for adoption; however, there may be applications ahead of yours. We typically receive many applications for every dog we post. All adoption meetings are by appointment.

Our dog adoption fee is $450 for dogs aged seven months to seven years old, and $250 for dogs aged eight years and older. Every dog we place receives age-appropriate vaccines, is treated for worms, ticks, and fleas, tested for heartworm, microchipped, and spayed or neutered before adoption. We send each dog home with a collar and leash. Please fill out the adoption application if you would like to be considered for a dog in our care.

With few exceptions, dogs are happiest and well-behaved when they receive daily exercise and ongoing training, so we always prefer to place our dogs with families willing to commit to both.

The Border Collie is a highly intelligent and energetic dog breed known for their herding capabilities and exceptional obedience. Originating from the border regions of Scotland and England, these agile and versatile dogs are famous for their focus, stamina, and trainability. With their striking black and white coat and intense gaze, Border Collies excel in various canine sports and activities, making them ideal companions for active families and individuals seeking a loyal and dynamic pet.

The Schipperke breed is a lively, small sized dog originating from Belgium. Known for its black coat and fox like appearance, the Schipperke is characterized by its fearless and independent nature. These intelligent and curious dogs are loyal companions, often forming strong bonds with their owners. Though they are small in size, Schipperkes have a big personality and require plenty of mental stimulation to keep them engaged. With proper training and socialization, the Schipperke can make a wonderful family pet for active households.

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