Effie - Collie and Retriever Dog for Adoption in Skyline, Minnesota

Name: Effie
Age: Baby / DOB 7/27/2026
Gender: Female
Breed: Shepherd/Retriever/Collie mix
Weight: 9 lbs.
Dog Friendly: Yes
Cat Friendly: Yes
Child Friendly: Yes
House Trained: In progress doing great, potty training using the Misty Method—a structured and consistent approach that focuses on routine, frequent potty breaks, supervision, recognizing potty cues, and rewarding successful trips.
Crate Trained: In progress, puppy in training
Energy Level: Puppy
Temperament: affectionate, playful, loving, intelligent
Requirements: Not apartment appropriate. Can transfer to adoptive home after Oct 7th
Adoption Fee: $550 + tax

To adopt, go to:
www.mendingspirits.org/apply-to-adopt.html

About Me:

My foster mom says I am a total sweetie, and I think she might be right! I love getting attention, and if you pick me up and hold me, I’ll happily thank you with some puppy kisses.

I may be one of the smaller ones, but don’t let my size fool you. I can roughhouse with my siblings and hold my own with the best of them! It gets even more fun when Mom and the foster dog join us. I love having everyone together to play.

I also really like to chew on things. Apparently, there are things I’m supposed to chew on and things I’m not. Hard rubber balls have been approved, so I’m sticking with those... most of the time!

I have made the big transition from nursing to eating hard food like a big puppy. Every once in a while, Mom still lets me sneak in for a quick snack. What can I say? Sometimes you just need a little something from Mom.

I’m also working on this whole potty-training thing. I’m still little and have a lot to learn, so I’ll need a family who will be patient and keep helping me practice. I know I’ll figure it out!

I am ready to find my home where I can get lots of love, give plenty of kisses, play hard, and continue to learn and grow with my very own family.

The Collie is a graceful and intelligent dog known for their loyalty, gentle nature, and exceptional herding abilities. They come in two coat varieties, rough and smooth, with colors ranging from sable and white to blue merle. Collies excel in obedience training and thrive on mental stimulation and physical activity. Their keen intuition and strong bond with their owners make them wonderful family pets and reliable working dogs in tasks such as herding livestock or in search and rescue missions.

The retriever is a beloved dog breed known for its friendly demeanor, intelligence, and exceptional ability to retrieve objects. With a loyal and gentle nature, retrievers make excellent family pets and are popular choices for service and therapy work. These dogs excel in obedience training and activities such as agility and hunting. Recognized for their shiny coats and moderate size, retrievers come in various colors including golden, Labrador, and Chesapeake Bay. Their overall versatility and affectionate personalities make them cherished companions in many households.

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