ADOPTED! This is Faith (#0208). She is a red-tri Mini Aussie estimated to be around 1-1/2 to 2 years old and weighs in at 24 pounds. She was a stray from southeast Iowa and there’s no other history on her. … Continue reading
ADOPTED: Meet Easton, or what we call a live Teddy Bear that plays back. Easton weighs around 25 pounds and is as fluffy as they come, he is housebroken and is diabetic, requiring 2 insulin shots a day, which he … Continue reading
Rally (#0191) is a beautiful blue merle Mini-Aussie, with one blue and one brown eye. He is about 7 months old, is neutered, and is up to date on all shots. He is a bit chubby at 16 pounds and needs to lose a few pounds to get to his ideal weight.
Rally is a little shy when meeting someone new, but give him a treat and you’ve got a friend for life. He gets along great with other dogs and is fine with cats. He is a little timid around children.
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Rally is housebroken and we are working on basic training. He knows how to sit, lie down, spin and shake! He does wonderfully on car rides, mostly just lays down in the seat next to you. He is just a very easy-going dog. He loves to go on walks and will follow you anywhere. Well, except to the bathroom: since he got a bath, he is a little timid of it. But is starting to venture in.
Rally is a very sweet and loving dog. He loves attention and cuddling. Here is a little video of Rally showing off his sociable cuteness:
His favorite toys are balls and nylon bones. Rally would be a great addition to your home. He is being fostered in Coralville.
If you might be interested in learning more about this dog, please email Jayne at mcjayne@yahoo.com. While we welcome your questions about this dog, all adopters are required to complete a Protege Adoption Application before being considered to adopt a Protege dog; our adoption fee is $200.
Cassie is a very sweet and loving 1-2 year old lethal white female mini Australian Shepherd. Fortunately, neither her hearing nor vision has been affected by this, however (although given her age and puppy characteristics there are definitely days she’d argue otherwise 
As her foster mom, I’d label is as more “selective” hearing.). Cassie only weighs about 20lbs. She has littered one set of puppies recently and is consequently not yet spayed, but will be prior to adoption.
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She’s a busy girl, who loves toys, bones, playing with other dogs, and chasing the squirrels outside, and the cat inside. She’s a very quick learner and does all she can to please you. You don’t need to teach her things twice, and she is definitely remorseful when she forgets. She’s learning the command “sit,” and is house and kennel-trained. She’s definitely a lover too and soaks up any and all attention you’ll give her. She plays well with children and will make her new family quite happy. Cassie is fostering in Minneapolis, MN.
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Complete an application at New Spirit 4 Aussie Rescue. Reference NS 0867
Meet Peppy, a 3 year old blue merle mini Australian Shepherd. Peppy is being treated for Heartworm and will be ready to adopt in the next few weeks. If you would like to help offset the costs of his treatment we would be honored.
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Peppy is a very happy little guy, who weighs all of 25 pounds when he is soaking wet, he plays well with other dogs, and he is said to do well with cats.
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Peppy likes to car ride and walks well on a leash, he is housebroken and is allowed to roam the house as a gentleman should. Peppy is also a snuggler and is always wanting that prime spot, your lap.
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Peppy is being fostered in Aurora Illinois. If you would like the chance to adopt this happy go lucky Australian Shepherd, complete an application at New Spirit 4 Aussie Rescue today. Reference NS 0874.
Meet Holland, a 2 year old black bi female Australian Shepherd. Holland is a very active and very sure of her self 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.
Neekoh is an adorable 1 year old red merle male Aussie. Though sometimes I think he’s part bear cub in how fuzzy he is! He’s got a lot of soft, thick fur that makes anybody who gets near him want to snuggle with him. He’s a bit shy at first but remains sweet. He’s great with other dogs, in fact he’s so comfortable with them, we are recommending that he be adopted by someone with at least one other dog in the home. He also gets along great with cats and children.
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Neekoh is housebroken and crate trained. He’s got nice leash manners and he’s a pretty quiet dude most of the time. Neekoh loves to play and roll in fresh powder snow! He would make a great winter hiking buddy! He’s very playful but doesn’t bounce off the walls. When he wants something, he will bring his front paws up at you. Its too cute for most to resist! Neekoh is still a bit of a chewer and I dont recommend that he be left alone in a home until he can be trusted unsupervised. His favorite human ‘toy’ seems to be my area rug. He will pick it up by the corner and drag it around the house. But he’s quickly learning that that’s a no no! Neekoh is still unsure about hardwood or linolium flooring. He cant figure out why he always slips when he walks on it. But he’s working it out.
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Neekoh is fostering in Blooming Prairie, MN. To adopt Neekon complete an application at New Spirit 4 Aussie Rescue. Reference NS 0850.
Tales of Aussie Rescue had a tough Christmas this year, we lost a few Aussies to unforeseen situations, but especially sad was to lose Remy, a little blue merle miniature Australian Shepherd. Remy came to me from one of our … Continue reading
We are reintroducing Toby (Protege #0167)! Toby is a very handsome and sweet 6 year old neutered blue merle male mini Aussie (about 30 pounds) with adorable and unique prick ears. He was turned into the rescue last summer by his owner who was moving and unable to take him.
We have been so surprised that no one is expressing any interest in Toby, because his personality is about perfect. Check out that smile! Whether you are looking for your first dog, or just for a companion to keep you company and to keep you entertained, Toby would fit the bill perfectly! He is funny and playful, loves toys and can entertain himself carrying a stuffed toy around and tossing it in the air. He has not been destructive at all with his toys. He LOVES to play fetch, so is lots of fun for the kiddies (not to mention for the adults). He always brings the ball right back for another toss. He will also catch a ball or a toy when it’s tossed to him.
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Toby knows various commands like sit, stay, come, wait, and roll over, as well as paw and other paw (shake). Toby walks well on leash and really enjoys going on walks, whether you want a nice brisk walk on a cold winter day, or have time for a leisurely walk so he can enjoy the smells of the world.
Toby enjoys being outside, and has a good thick coat for these chilly winter days. He wanders and explores in the fenced backyard at his foster home. He is not a nuisance barker; in fact, he is rarely heard. He is graceful and agile — he jumps up into the bay window at his foster home without a second thought so he can sit and watch the world pass by outside. (And, unlike his foster brother and sister, he doesn’t bark at the world as it passes by.)
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Toby has been crated when left alone, but is dependable in the house and this would not be necessary. He has been with cats and they are of no consequence to him. (Yet another plus for this awesome little guy!)
While Toby gets along perfectly fine with other dogs, we really prefer that he be adopted as an only dog, because he is 100% a people dog. If there is another dog in the home, he will be happier not to have to interact with it, and he is not the right choice for you if you need a playmate for a current dog. He is submissive and lets other dogs take his beloved toys; he even has a bit of a hard time eating with other dogs around because he is worried they will take his food. Consequently, other dogs tend to pick on him.
He is wonderful with all people, though, and we are confident that his personality will really blossom in a home where he can get all the love and attention. Toby is a love bug and so enjoys being petted and rubbed. He takes treats very gently, another plus if you have little ones in your home.
Here are a couple of videos of Toby showing how much he likes his stuffed football (sorry the light on the inside one is so poor, but trust us, he’s adorable!):
Toby is up to date on his vaccinations and is currently on heartworm and flea/tick preventatives. He is being fostered in Marion, Iowa. If you might be interested in learning more about Toby, please email Jayne at mcjayne@yahoo.com. While we welcome your questions about this dog, all adopters are required to complete a Protege Adoption Application before being considered to adopt a Protege dog; our adoption fee is $200.
Meet Samuel, a 1.5 year old red tri Australian Shepherd who weighs a whopping 25 pounds soaking wet. Samuel is a very active little boy. Sam is on the active side and will really need a family that fits his active lifestyle. We are working on agility and possibly some flyball lessons for him. Sam came in as a bit timid and scared of other dogs, but since he has been with his foster mom, he has blossomed into a love everyone Aussie. While we feel he will be fine in a home with other dogs, we recommend if you meet him to bring along any other dogs in the home to make sure it will be a good fit.
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Samuel is house broken, walks on a leash but will pull, chases balls, loves to cuddle with his family and is always looking for attention. If you feel you might want this car ride loving mini, who will usually ignore cats, then he could be the fellow for you. We would suggest no toddlers live in the home as he may chase or herd them. Samuel is currently in the Mundelein Illinois area. Complete an application at New Spirit 4 Aussie Rescue. Reference NS 0782
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Mia is a 3yo blue merle ‘mini’ Australian Shepherd female who just came to New Spirit, so we are still learning about her. She’s gradually warming up but has a lot of nervous energy. She gets very nervous around new people and may have a fear of some men, but has been ‘caught’ snuggling with the gentleman in the foster home. Mia will do okay with new people as long as her foster mom is there with her, coaxing her along and calming her.
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Mia is good with her leash on a walk and will only pull a bit when she gets excited, but she doesn’t chase after anything and isn’t skittish with passing cars. She is still working on her house training, but this may clear up after she settles in. Mia is starting to warm up to playing and we are still trying to find her favorite type of toy, but we know she doesn’t like squeaky toys. She is not a chewer or destructive of household items.
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Mia is a very “velcro” Aussie who will sleep perfectly in her crate at night, but may bark if left alone during the day. She is good with cats, other dogs and older kids, but we do not recommend her for a home with small children as she will knock them down.
Mia is being fostered in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Complete an application at New Spirit 4 Aussie Rescue. Reference NS 0788
[frame_left src="http://www.aussierescueil.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/Bani-8-150x150.jpg" href="http://www.aussierescueil.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/Bani-8.jpg"]NS 0635 Bani (Bailey)[/frame_left]Meet Bani (Bailey) who is a 50 pound Red Tri purebred Australian Shepherd who even graduated and has all his papers. Bani came to us because he was said to be nipping, what we found is he is full of energy and needs that channeled, or he probably would get in trouble. If you are able to walk him, throw some tennis balls and frisbees, and maybe even have another Aussie around he will be that perfect gentleman we are seeing at this time. Many Aussies are this way, they need to have lots of energy burnt off or they will act up.
Bani loves to go for walks and is a real trooper when he is on leash. He is a little timid in the car, preferring to lay still in the back seat, no outbursts or jumping around. With more exposure to the car rides he would probably start to enjoy them more. He will crate very well and sleeps in his crate excellently. While he shows no food aggression issues, he actually ate right next to his new foster brother the first night, he did try to steal his foster brother’s treat and that is a no-no.
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Bani has been to doggie daycare (“dog whisperer”) and knows his sit and down, and we are working on stay. He loves to play with his foster brother Royce, Royce is a tough and tumble player and Bani kept right up with him and they played for hours, so long that Bani was worn out and slept for hours, oblivious to the world (a true worn out Aussie). He also loves tennis balls. He is currently stalking the cat, but in Bani’s defense, the cat likes to pick on the dogs in the home.
Bani seems to prefer women and will instantly bond with the female in the home, becoming the true velcro dog. He will bark at men but not be aggressive. While in foster care we will work on his acceptance of men and the male gender. Bani does have the typical Aussie reserve and will bark at strangers but will stand down if given the command.
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If you are interested in Bani and would like to get this boy into your home (we would suggest he have another 4 legged mate to play with and best to not have cats) then complete an application today at New Spirit 4 Aussie Rescue. Reference NS 0635
Meet little Nevaeh, Heaven spelled backwards. Nev is a deaf Australian Shepherd who weighs around 25 pounds, is around a year and a half old and is always busy and always happy. Nevaeh loves to play all the time, she will pretty much do anything for a tennis ball, so she is more tennis ball motivated then treat, but she loves those too.
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Nevaeh is learning how to walk on a leash, she is pretty much housebroken, it’s more of a deal that she plays so hard that she forgets she needs to go the bathroom, but the tennis balls are working and she is learning that potty outside is how she gets her tennis ball. She will crate, though she is fine at night. Once she is in the swing she probably won’t even need to be crated.
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Nevaeh plays well with other dogs, she might take a day to warm up, but once she is she is fine. She rides well in a car, though since she is deaf, we would always recommend a harness/seatbelt or a crate. Honestly all dogs need secured when in a car.
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Since Nevaeh is deaf we ask she goes to a family that is prepared to manage a deaf dog, basically learning some sign language (what a great thing to teach the kids, and yourself!) and possibly a companion dog to help be her ears.
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Nevaeh has been working on being as cute as possible.
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To meet this beautiful blue merle, who is in the Chicago Illinois area, complete an application today New Spirit 4 Aussie Rescue today. Reference NS 0820
Cicso (ADOPTED) and Squirt (Petraits attached) are the most absolutely adorable, happy, and friendly daddy and son pair of red merle Miniature Australian Shepherds looking for a loving home.
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Cicso (ADOPTED) the father is two to three years old, and only eleven pounds. Squirt, his son, is four to five months old, and three to four pounds.
These guys were found as strays together. It’s obvious they were someone’s pets. Cicso (ADOPTED) already knows the command sit. His son Squirt is snugly sweet and gentle – just like his dad. They are crate-trained and working on their housebreaking.
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To meet and possibly adopt this cute duo, please contact Samantha at palsplace1@hotmail.com or 773-615-9864. Their adoption fee as a pair is $500 and benefits the rescued dogs of Pal’s Place. They are healthy, de-wormed, neutered, up-to-date on vaccines, and micro-chipped. Dad is also heartworm tested.
To see other pets for adoption, please visit
www.adoptapet.com/shelter72998-pets.html
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If you would like to see this beautiful little blue merle mini Aussie in your home, a trip to Peoria, IL will be in order and plan on having a hi-speed camera to snap a few shots, he is lightening in a 20 pound frame, but will cuddle all day long. Complete an application at New Spirit Application. Reference NS 0634
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NS 0738 Gunnar Becker
Gunnar Becker is a wiggly mini red tri Australian Shepherd who weighs around 30-35 pounds. His foster mom has nicknamed this mini red aussie Mr. Wiggles as he would loss a pair of pants if he wore pants since he wiggles his butt so much. Gunnar came to rescue with the need for a bath and a deep cleaning and had lots of mats and fleas from being a stray and finally being caught by the dog police Now that Gunnar has had a bath he is really soft and mat free, and flea free to
Gunnar is very affectionate and loves to snuggle in bed and on the couch. Gunnar is learning how to walk on a leash and go into his crate. Once in his crate he is quiet and will lay down. Gunnar likes to be outside and will chase his foster brothers around the yard. He also likes bones and toys. Gunnar loves people and other dogs, even kids! He doesn’t mind cats either.
NS 0738 Gunnar Becker
Gunnar likes car rides, although he isn’t fond of getting into the car, but once he is in and moving he really enjoys it. Gunnar is almost 100% housebroken. He is still learning to trust people and will need someone with patience and the desire to show this little red tri that people are good to hang with.
NS 0738 Gunnar Becker
NS 0738 Gunnar Becker
To meet Gunnar Becker in the Madison Wisconsin area, complete an application at New Spirit 4 Aussie Rescue. Reference NS 0738
I arrived at work Monday only to discover we are over flowing with emergency rescues all over the State of Illinois, Indiana and Missouri.
We have 3 Australian Shepherds at the Effingham Animal Control in Effingham Illinois that need rescued. Colleen, one of our Central Illinois volunteers is traveling there today to see what the status is and knowing how we are will be traveling back home with 3 Aussies all in need of rescue.
Blue Merle Effingham IL
Red Tri Effingham IL
Another Blue Merle Effingham IL
We have 1 beautiful red merle female pup that is in Franklin County Indiana that is on the PTS list and is shy or afraid of people, she was a stray and we are hoping it entails shelter shock, which so many Aussies seem to acquire in shelters.
Red Merle Australian Shepherd in Franklin IN
Then down in Joplin Missouri we have these 2 mini Aussies that are in dire straits and we are hoping are headed to New Spirit this weekend. They were surrendered to the shelter and are said to be good boys and girls.
Red Tri Mini Aussie Joplin MO
Red Merle Mini Australian Shepherd Joplin Mo
We are finally getting Beere up from Texas this week as well. So anyone that has thought about fostering or adopting, now is the time to contact us for an application at New Spirit 4 Aussie Rescue.
NS 0754 Beere (Baby)
Diamond is doing great in the “Show Me State” and gets along great with her new sibling (we knew she would, she loves everyone she meets) and has taught her sib how to chew on rawhides. Diamond is in LOVE … Continue reading
Gambit (Protege #0166)
Gambit is making fantastic progress in socializing with men! On Sunday he went to both Petco and Petsmart where he approached several men on his own, and did very well, no submissive urination, no fear barking at all. He was very excited to be out and about meeting people.
At home it took about 2 and a half weeks to get comfortable with my fiance putting his leash on, and now he very rarely has any submissive urination when Rick reaches for his collar. Otherwise he has no fear of Rick, in fact he loves to lay on the couch with him and cuddle.
Gambit went to flyball practice with me Monday night, and went right up to two different men he had not met before for treats. No submissive urination, no fear barking at all, and he seemed to enjoy the attention after the initial nervous moment. He enjoyed meeting everyone else as well. As I suspected, with love and trust Gambit is becoming a much more confident dog, and we are seeing the fear lessening day by day. He now seems to understand that he is safe here and that he does not need to fear when someone is reaching for his collar. I am now confident that with gentle hands and time to trust he can adjust to a home with men in it.
Gambit (Protege #0166)
Gambit (Protege #0166)
Gambit (Protege #0166)
Here are a couple of videos of Gambit at day care:
Gambit is current on all shots and is neutered and one flea & tick and heartworm preventatives. If you might be interested in learning more about Gambit, please email Jayne at mcjayne@yahoo.com. While we welcome your questions about this dog, all adopters are required to complete a Protege Adoption Application before being considered to adopt a Protege dog; our adoption fee is $200.
Bark in the Park, CUPCAKES!
Well we had our booth at the Ottawa Bark in the Park, and it was a huge success. Stephanie Z must have baked over 200 cupcakes as she was able to generate $180.00 in just cupcake sales. She also made some homemade doggie treats. I want all our Aussies to give Steph the honoray Aussie butt Wiggle! Also a big thanks to Stephanies husband for bringing tables and a tent to shade us from the sun. Also for having Stryder show his great Aussie friendliness.
Also Sherry Mc brought homemade doggie treats (I tried one, it was a little bland, but good) and her family to help out as well manning the booth. Sherry brought Toby and Holland as well to show how great of kissers they were!
Bark in the Park, Ottawa IL
Bark in the Park, Ottawa IL
Bark in the Park, Ottawa IL
Paul and Peggy M from my area also lent a hand as well. They brought their 2 Aussies, Samantha and Sydney. Both were excellent Aussies.
Bark in the Park, Ottawa IL
Hal and his wife Michelle came with their Aussie as well, they couldn’t bring Shadow or Shayla as both are recovering from surgery.
Bark in the Park, Ottawa IL
I had Diamond there, she stole the show with her all white coat, blue eyes and great spirit. Diamond is a lethal white.
Diamond Showing Off at Bark in the Park, Ottawa IL
We made over $300.00 Saturday wish will go to a great cause, covering the medical bills for all our recent Aussies. If you would like to still drop a little in our Aussie Donation Bucket, please feel free
Say hello to Sam, he was a mini Australian Shepherd that was down in Paris Illinois. He was dumped because he would nip at the child in the home, and we beleive he was abused and beaten for doing this, since he would shrink away when we tried to measure his height.
He was adopted by a family in Southern Illinois, she gave him time, attention, and lots of love, and he has turned into a confident, happy young man. Way to go Sam!
Meet a cute little black female mini headed to St Louis Aussie Rescue.
Mini Black Aussie
Mini Black Aussie