Hi, I'm Sam! I lost my sister a couple of years ago, and I was big sad. Eventually my owner could no longer care for me either, and NSR took me in too! I had kind of a rough landing here. I got bit by a dog in my first foster home. It wasn't my fault, and I didn't fight back. I'm not a fighter, I promise. I am now in a foster home with 3 other Shelties, 2 girls and 1 boy and I am getting along great with all of them. In fact, I think this is my forever home! (Shhhh no one tell him!) I love to play with my foster brother. We follow each other everywhere and do everything together. But my foster mother can't foster fail again (Shhh no one tell her!) so I am up for adoption.
I know the words dinner and outside and also walk. I do like my walks! I do like my outside. Please don't be discouraged if you adopt me and I don't eat heartily right away. I am a bit timid when new people show up, but I will bond to my main person.
Please consider me! I am a loving boy!
| General Color | Mahogany Sable |
|---|---|
| Current Size | 39 pounds |
| Current Age | 7 |
| Microchipped | Yes |
| Neutered/Spayed | yes |
| Fence Required | Yes |
| Shyness Level | Shy to strangers but getting better |
| Will come when called | Yes |
| Will run from you | Yes |
| Will let you catch me | Eventually |
| Will let you hold and cuddle me | Yes |
| Housetrained | Yes |
| Obedience Training Needed | I know sit, come, learning no bark. Good on a leash |
| Exercise Needs | Likes to go for walks |
| Grooming Needs | Moderate |
| Shedding Amount | Moderate |
| Reaction to New People | I am a bit leary when new people show up |
| Owner Experience Needed | Preferred rescue or Sheltie |
| Good with Kids | Good with older kids. Younger unknown |
| Good with Cats | Good |
| Good with Other Dogs | Good |
| Adoption Fee | $350 |
Fill out the online application and let the NSR people know you are interested in me!
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.)
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.
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.)