Rocket is a 62 pound, 5 year old, black and white Border Collie. Though he is not an Aussie, Border Collies share many of the same traits (highly intelligent, trainable, etc.). He is completely housebroken with no accidents since he was a young pup. He has been crated in the past, but currently is gated in the back room of our house when he can’t be out and about.

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Rocket is an unusual Border Collie in that he isn’t high energy and he doesn’t require a lot of exercise. He enjoys playing fetch, but is equally content lying down near the humans. He is very trainable and learns commands quickly – usually within 20 minutes or so of repetition. Due to his size and minor hip dysplasia, he is not much of a jumper, so could not learn agility, but he retained most basic obedience commands learned in his training as a pup. He knows tricks such as “sit pretty” (sits on hind legs and puts front paws on your knees), “high five”, “say hello” (nose to hand), and “paw”. We give Rocket Cosequin for his hip and he seems to have no pain or problems whatsoever. He is neutered and incredibly healthy in all other respects with his shots updated every year.

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Rocket gets along fairly well with his 9 year old Border Collie/Austrailian Heeler sister, Darla. Unfortunately, he has started fights and had some resource issues in the past so cannot be left alone with her unwatched. He doesn’t actively seek companionship from Darla and would be happier in a home without other dogs or pets. We went to a trainer with expertise in Border Collies and she thought that he could be trained out of his dog/resource aggression.

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Rocket is very obedient in the yard and will come when called 99% of the time. With a little training, it could be 100%. He is very food motivated, and is very gentle when taking treats. True to his name, he has occasional fits of energy and runs around our yard like a rocket. Then he takes a nap in the sunshine. He would be very happy in a home with a fenced in yard where he can play fetch and run.

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Rocket is very good with new people when they are properly introduced. He is not fond of people who seem to be intruders. If he is in a yard, it should be secure from unannounced visitors and especially from children. Rocket does not seem to know what they are and is afraid of them. He showed fear of kids from the time we got him as a young pup. Since we didn’t have any young children at the time, or know any, we didn’t have an opportunity to acclimate him. We hoped that he would grow out of this fear, but we just don’t trust him with our 6 month old son and consequently have kept him in a separate part of the house unless we can give him our full attention or our son is in bed. This is unfair to Rocket, so we’ d really like to find a better home for him where he can be himself and be free to roam.

The best place for Rocket would be one with someone who is home most of the time and would like a companion. Rocket rarely barks and is generally a great guy to have around. He will play if you feel like it, but he won’t pester if you don’t. He generally just wants to be in the same room or close by to nap or roll on his back like a cat. We call him bicycle boy when he does this because his legs pump up and down like he is riding a bike.

Rocket is located in Chicago Illinois, but will travel by car within 4 hours distance for a good home. We expect him to lead a long and happy life with the right family. If you think you could be Rocket’s new best friend, please complete an application at New Spirit 4 Aussie Rescue, Reference Illinois Rocket.

Adult Black Bi Aussie Mix

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1 Year Old Black Tri Female

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5 month old Black Tri Male Aussie

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Holland was adopted but came back because the family found out they had allergies to dogs, it was a very painful thing to return her to rescue.

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Holland gets along with other dogs well, but she does tend to be a little alpha and we suggest if you have another dog they are on the submissive side, but as always you should bring your dog along to see if they are compatible.

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Holland is actually Holly and she has great recall, walks great on a leash and rides well in a car and is housebroken.

If you feel this little black magic of a girl is for you, she is being fostered in St. Charles Illinois, then get that application completed today at New Spirit 4 Aussie Rescue. Reference NS 0674.

The Happy Crash

Loving Her Bed

Lou (we decided to call her) is doing well.  She sits, shakes, gives 5 and 10, lays down and answers to “whos a good girl” with a little woof … We adore her.

I Love My Bed

After the family left the room, she must have felt it was time to get more attention on their return.

I Love To Shred

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I am missing my left eye as it never developed as a pup, but that doesn’t stop me! I love to play ball and play with kids. I love my human kid who is 7 years old, I’d go everywhere with him if I could. If you let me I’ll sleep on the couch and even on your bed with you. I love to run around the yard, and just run, but when I want inside I come and sit by the door for you to let me in.

I am little protective of my crate and my food when other dogs are around but will allow them to be near me once I’m corrected. I’d do best if I could be your only dog but I do get along with other dogs. I love playing ball and playing tug of war. I’m housebroken, and when I need to go outside I’ll tell you. I do bark when people come to the door. I know commands like, sit, stay, leave it, watch me, let’s go, box, and come. I’m up to date on my shots and am in Council Bluffs, Iowa.

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If you think I’d be a good fit in your home, please contact Amanda at mongalyn@yahoo.com. I hope to get to meet you soon!

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Crosby would make a fantastic agility or flyable dog with some dedicated training and direction. He has been seem actually jumping over his 3 foster brother and sisters in one hop!

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Crosby is learning to walk on a leash, he plays well with other dogs, ignores cats, loves anyone one with 2 legs, and rides okay in a car. He will crate very well. He does tend to guard his food, but we think that too can be overcome and his foster mom and dad are busy training him.

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Crosby is racing around the town of Creve Couer Illinois, so complete an application at New Spirit 4 Aussie Rescue today!. Reference NS 0930

Tilly, A Black Bi

She is so smart. Within 5 days she was waiting at the back door when she needed to go out. If we didn’t see it should couldn’t wait long & would have an accident. A friend came this weekend & suggested we hang a bell from the knob so she can ring it since she obviously gets the outdoor connection. That worked like a charm. In less than 24 hours she taught us to come to the bell. She’ll nudge it with her nose then stand back to watch if we heard it. This morning I was busy on the computer so she rang twice in about a 10 seconds. So smart.

Tilly, A Black Bi

She goes to her bed when asked. She knows the hand she can be rough with & who she can’t (my son likes to play a little rougher, us girls don’t). She’s trained us to put our shoes away unless we want to search the whole downstairs for them. She comes to her name, she can sit & lay down & walks pretty well on a leash. We’re working on waiting at the rug when people come to the door. A much harder concept since she gets so excited.

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Ginny currently weighs about 10lbs and is great with other dogs, cats and children. She’s puppy pad trained and seems eager to learn more! She’s very curious and happy, but is one of the more laid back puppies of the litter. Ginny is fostering in Apple Valley, MN.

Complete an application at New Spirit 4 Aussie Rescue, Reference NS 0824

No sooner then Hal had him home, they wanted to walk at the Rock Cut State Park near Rockford IL. Sadly when they opened the car door, something spooked him and he bolted out of the car and the chase was on. Hal went daily to the park to try and capture him, dealing with the animal control in Winnebago County, and placing flyers everywhere. My small part was to place his loss on our IL Website and on Facebook.

Meet Ozzie (formerly Lost Rio)

I would speak to Hal almost every week for almost 2 months about his being spotted and almost being caught, only to have him move and start appearing somewhere else.

Meet Ozzie (formerly Lost Rio)

This week I received an email and a web posting from a family in the Mulford Hills area. Animal control was called and a live trap was set out, Rio just walked right by it. If they called his name he would run. Rio would come daily to Kay’s home and play with their their dog. He would even get within a few feet of them. He also has been sleeping on their front porch.

Well something happened and he was so close that they could actually pet him, they even were able to place a leash on him, in-fact he was leashed and walked inside. They have been keeping him indoors, and take him out to potty, and when he is done, he wants to come right back inside.

So we have decided he has selected the family he wants to have take care of him. Hal and his family will visit with him, and everyone is all in agreement that he belongs with his new family. So Rio is now home, with a new name, Ozzie!

Welcome back Rio, I mean Ozzie!

Holland (Holly) NS 0624

Meet Holland, she is a 1 and a half year old black bi female Australian Shepherd, she is full of energy and spunk, but sadly she got into a fight with another Aussie in her home, and she took the brunt of the fight. 2 girls that wanted to be boss, and the boss was a 60 pound red tri, and Holland only weighs around 25-30 pounds.

Holland (Holly) NS 0624

We could sure use your help to help cover her medical treatments for her full recovery. She is looking for her forever home as well.

Holland (Holly) NS 0624

Holly Missing In St Charles IL Area

Holly Missing In St Charles IL Area

She was last seen in the Cambridge East Subdivision, around tyler and South Tyler Street in St Charles Illinois.

If spotted please call the Kane County Animal Control (630) 232-3555 and report you have seen the Black Bi Australian Shepherd named Holly, give your exact location and where she was last seen running. Do not chase her but keep an eye and wait for animal control.

Paws Crossed for Holly’s safe return.

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RIO NS 0577

Meet Rio, he is around 1 year old, he has one of the shinest black coats we have ever seen.

Rio walks well on a leash, has no problems with cats, gets along great with kids, and adults, be it a man or a women. He loves to play with other dogs, and he loves to go for car rides.

Rio is shy though when he first meets you, he isn’t the type to jump on you.

Rio is housebroken, and will crate but doesn’t need one when left alone.

He loves to snuggle on the couch or lay on the floor at your feet. Rio will need a home that is willing to let him come out of his shell when he first arrives. Once he knows you are his home, he is all about you.

Please complete an application with New Spirit 4 Aussie Rescue. Reference NS 0577

RIO NS 0577