Hi, my name is Astro! I may be 4 years old, but I am still very puppyish and active. I LOVE to play! Give me a rope to tug on or a laser pointer to chase, and my day is made! I am not a couch potato, so I will need to go to a family who will give me some attention and activity. I have learned how to use the doggie door in my foster home, and I am proud to say I have had NO accidents! I will need to meet any dogs I might live with in my future forever home. I can be kind of dog selective. Some dogs find me annoying, but some dogs find me adorable and charming.
| General Color | Sable |
|---|---|
| Current Size | 12 pounds |
| Current Age | 4 |
| Microchipped | Yes |
| Neutered/Spayed | Not yet |
| Fence Required | Yes |
| Shyness Level | I warm up quickly |
| Will come when called | yes |
| Will run from you | not once I know you |
| Will let you catch me | yes |
| Will let you hold and cuddle me | yes |
| Housetrained | yes |
| Obedience Training Needed | I know some commands |
| Exercise Needs | I am high energy! |
| Grooming Needs | moderate. I AM a beautiful Sheltie of course. But I am also tiny. |
| Shedding Amount | Moderate |
| Reaction to New People | Interested but cautious |
| Owner Experience Needed | No |
| Good with Kids | I am okay with older kids, but I do not like small children or babies AT ALL |
| Good with Cats | Unknown |
| Good with Other Dogs | I should meet any other dogs I will live with |
| Adoption Fee | $450 |
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.)