SHELDON - Mixed Breed and Australian Shepherd Dog for Adoption in Rochester, Indiana

Meet Sheldon!

Approximately 1 year old | Australian Shepherd mix l 45 pounds

A handsome face & a whole lot of potential!

Sheldon came to us as a stray and was never reclaimed. He's incredibly people friendly and loves making new human friends!

Although his past is a mystery, we strongly suspect Sheldon spent most of his life living outside. When he arrived, his coat was covered in burrs and severely matted. Those tangles were likely painful, so he needed to be shaved down to get comfortable again. Just wait until that handsome coat grows back!

Friendly and outgoing with people
Smart, eager to learn, and very food motivated
Likely needs guidance with house training
Expected to do well with respectful children
Has not shown interest in making dog friends
Not yet tested with cats

Sheldon will likely need some help adjusting to life inside a home. With a consistent schedule, patience, and positive reinforcement, we expect he'll make great progress. His love of treats should certainly help!

While Sheldon loves human company, he hasn't seemed interested in making dog friends here at the shelter. We don't know what experiences may have shaped that behavior, but finding a home that respects his needs will be important. We haven't tested him with cats yet, though we suspect he may have a similar reaction. We'll update once we know more!

Based on his friendly demeanor with people, we expect Sheldon to do well with respectful kiddos.

This handsome young boy has so much life ahead of him and deserves a family willing to help him learn, settle in, and enjoy being part of a loving home.

If Sheldon sounds like your kind of guy, submit an application:
https://www.fultoncoanimalcenter.org/application-to-adopt-a-dog





Neutered, microchipped, Heartworm & Lyme Negative, current on vaccines and on monthly prevention.

Adoption fee normally 100, but 0 through 10/17/26!!



If you are interested in meeting and adopting, please submit an application here: https://www.fultoncoanimalcenter.org/application-to-adopt-a-dog

Once submitted, staff will review your application during open hours. Please allow 24-36 hours for a response. If approved, we will contact you to schedule a meet & greet! Any other dogs in the home must come along and some dogs may require all family members to come as well! If it's a match, you can your new dog home the same day.

We do offer a 2 week foster to adopt trial time, to be sure the chosen pet is a good fit, before finalizing the adoption!



See all of our adoptable pets here: https://www.fultoncoanimalcenter.org/adoptable-dogs-and-cats



Adoption Hours

Monday & Saturday 11am-4pm
Tuesday & Friday 11am-5pm
Wednesday 11am-6pm
Thursday & Sunday CLOSED

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 mixed breed dogs, often referred to as mutts, are a diverse and unique group with a blend of different characteristics from various purebred dog breeds. These dogs come from a mixture of lineages, resulting in a wide range of sizes, coat types, and temperaments. While each mixed breed dog is distinct in its own right, they are known for their resilience, adaptability, and often have fewer health issues compared to purebred dogs due to their genetic diversity. Mixed breed dogs make wonderful companions for families looking for a loyal and one-of-a-kind pet.