German Shorthaired Pointer and Australian Shepherd Dogs Available for Adoption

Abel is an adorable 4-month-old male puppy with a striking black and tan coat and the cutest natural bob tail. He currently weighs about 15 pounds, and we anticipate he will grow to be a medium-sized dog when fully grown.

Abel and his brother found themselves in a rural Texas shelter through no fault of their own. Now safe in his Wisconsin foster home, he’s thriving — but he’s ready to find a forever family to call his own.

Abel’s brother recently had a DNA test done, and the results showed a fun mix including German Shorthaired Pointer, Miniature Australian Shepherd, Great Pyrenees, Great Dane, Mastiff, Bluetick Coonhound, and German Shepherd. While every puppy is unique, this gives a glimpse into the likely mix that makes up Abel too — a blend of athleticism, intelligence, loyalty, and a little guardian instinct.

Abel is a happy, social pup who loves people and enjoys playing with other dogs. He’s being fostered in a home with cats; while he does okay with them, he can get excited and may chase or bark, so continued training will help him learn good feline manners.

He is doing wonderfully with potty training and crate training in his foster home, but like any young puppy, he will need continued guidance as he adjusts to a new routine. Abel loves to play hard and then snuggle even harder. Soft blankets and cozy dog beds are his favorite spots after a fun play session.

He absolutely adores kids and would love a family where he can grow up surrounded by love, structure, and plenty of belly rubs.

He is up to date on vaccines, dewormed and microchipped, and he comes with his medical records and interstate health certificate from a veterinary examination prior to leaving Texas, which certifies him to be in good condition.

His adoption fee is $400, which will be used to support the many animals in our care whose medical bills far surpass their much lower adoption fee. We use those funds to support our program of readying additional dogs, puppies and kittens which we transport and adopt out in the northern United States. Our goal is to get as many homeless animals out of south eastern Texas, where we have a severe pet overpopulation crisis.

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If you are serious about this pup, please contact us at DogTrailRides@gmail.com. We take payments through Zelle, Venmo, or CashApp, or we can take card numbers over the phone and process them through Square. All of these methods provide a receipt.

Thank you for supporting our efforts to bring Texas dogs north to loving homes! You can read more about us at https://facebook.com/TxRescueRiders (Texas Rescue Riders). Also feel free to join our Group Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/groups/TxRescueRidersCommunity (Texas Rescue Riders Community) where members can post directly. We cannot guarantee breed or age. We assign breed and age designations based on veterinary advice and information from the prior owner.

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.

The German Shorthaired Pointer is a versatile and intelligent sporting dog breed known for its athleticism and hunting abilities. With a striking coat that is typically liver and white, these dogs are energetic, loyal, and make excellent companions for active families. They excel in various canine sports, such as agility and field trials, and are eager to please their owners. Their keen sense of smell and natural hunting instincts make them ideal for hunting birds and small game. Socialization and mental stimulation are essential for the well being of this breed.

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