Please note that Nebraska Sheltie Rescue requires that a placement home has a completely fenced yard in order to be considered. There are too many horrible stories about dogs getting out and having bad things happen. (For more on NSR's fence policy, see here.)
Meet Athena!
Hi Everyone. I came from a rough puppy mill in Missouri. I didn't have a name, just a number, so the people at NSR gave me the name Athena. I learned it right away! It was pretty scary to be thrown in the back of a car and driven away from all I'd ever known. The first thing they did was give me a bath. I'd never had one before. I found out I had very pretty coloring. I am a Sable Merle, with very unique markings! People tell me I am BEAUTIFUL! I am starting to believe it too! Baths aren't my favorite thing, but I've been to the groomer a few times now, and they really like me there!
I've been in foster care for several months and I've learned so much! I know not to go potty in the house. I'm better at potty training than some of the NSR resident dogs! I am still very shy, and I don't really like to look at humans I don't trust. But if you are kind to me, I will learn to love you. I really love to come up for pets and give my foster family kisses. I am working hard at obedience training. I am a bit of an escape artist, so I need to go to a home with a 5 foot solid fence. I should also be an only dog, as I am dog selective as to who I get along with.
Please contact Nebraska Sheltie Rescue by applying for me or emailing them if you are interested in me!.
About Me
| General Color | Sable Merle |
|---|---|
| Current Size | 22 pounds (underweight) |
| Current Age | 2 |
| Microchipped | Yes |
| Neutered/Spayed | yes |
| Fence Required | Yes |
| Shyness Level | very at first. Touches scare me! |
| Will come when called | Sometimes. I know my name, and I will come if I'm not scared! |
| Will run from you | yes |
| Will let you catch me | sometimes |
| Will let you hold and cuddle me | yes |
| Housetrained | Yes |
| Obedience Training Needed | I walk well on a leash. I am working on other commands |
| Exercise Needs | I love to run in the yard! It's my favorite thing! |
| Grooming Needs | moderate |
| Shedding Amount | moderate |
| Reaction to New People | I am leary of new people |
| Owner Experience Needed | Prefer rescue experience |
| Good with Kids | no children under 10 |
| Good with Cats | I have ignored cats |
| Good with Other Dogs | I should be an only dog. |
| Adoption Fee | $300 |
Fill out the online application and let the NSR people know you are interested in me!
Adoption Application
If you are interested in adopting one of our Shelties—either an available one or one that may come in the future—please fill out our online application form. If you are interested in a particular dog, there is a place to enter the doggie's name. If you are interested in being considered for any of our dogs—either ones we don't have yet or because one you are interested in is no longer available—fill out an application anyway. We will try to let you know when new dogs that match your interest become available.
Adoption Contract
When people adopt a dog from Nebraska Sheltie Rescue, they are asked to sign our adoption contract. This is so we can feel comfortable that our dogs will be going to good homes, be safe, and treated well.
Even if you are not ready to adopt a dog yet, you can view this contract to find out and decide if this is something you are willing to do. (To be honest, if you really care about doggies, none of this will come as a surprise.)