Shelties for Adoption

Name	M/F	Age	Height	Weight	Comments
Hallie	F	5 yrs	16"	25 lb.	Hallie is about 5 years old. When we received Hallie she was overweight but she has been put on a gentle weight loss program that has been successful in getting her weight to a normal amount. She does have hip dysplasia but still runs and plays as if she did not. Hallie is a pretty, affectionate and fun sheltie that plays ball until we all drop. Hallie is best placed in a fenced in yard and with no small children. Hallie lives peacefully with 3 other shelties in her foster home but really deserves to have her own family.
Sonny	M	6 yrs	16"	25 lb.	Sonny is a middle age male sheltie that lives peacefully with 3 other shelties in his foster home. Sonny is an independent minded sheltie but very obedient. He has no chronic health issues to worry with. He would be happiest in a fenced in yard. He is nervous around children so an all adult home is best. Sonny is easy to live with and would move easily into his own adopted home.
$50 Senior Adoption Fee Rennie	M	13 yrs	16"	30 lb.	Rennie is another sheltie which has been left behind to get adopted. Rennie is 13 now. He lives with another 3 shelties in his foster home and gets on well with everyone there. Rennie is one sheltie that does not seem to have arthritic problems, as so many older shelties do. Rennie does have a few minor health issues whish are under control.
Abby	F	5 yrs	20"	30 lb.	Abby is about 5. Abby must not have had much socialization as a puppy which is so important. She has a challenging time meeting new people and dogs. When Abby is allowed to get to know people and dogs on her terms she gets on just fine with them. She is a playful and very obedient sheltie. She is naturally well behaved in the home and needs no calling in from outside as she is always at the door ready to come back in once the door is opened. Abby's best buddy is Nick. She and Nick play, eat and sleep together. Abby has no health issues and is very athletic.
Chloe	F	10 yrs	17"	39 lb.	Chloe is now 10. About 3 years ago we first took in Chloe. She arrived to us at a whopping 95 lb!! She had a careful weight loss diet over a period of about a year. Chloe was also diagnosed with hip dysplasia. All of that weight was hard on her body but she gets along just fine. She only takes some supplements to boost her health but has not needed pain meds. Keeping her weight loss off is the key to keeping her healthy. Recently she was diagnosed hypothyroid and is now getting daily meds for the condition. Chloe lives with several other shelties, Pomeranians, cats and a Lab in her foster home. She fits right into the group and makes herself at home but it would sure be nice to be able to let Chloe have her own new home. Chloe is best placed in a home with no children. In her new home Chloe would be a loving and faithful companion.
Nick	M	3 yrs	18"	30 lb.	Nick is about 3. He originally was a stray and came to us from an animal shelter. Soon after Nick was diagnosed with DM - Dermatomyositis . This is a skin and muscle disease sometimes found in herding breed dogs. Nick’s condition is under control and only requires some medicine and supplement and healthy diet. In spite of the disease, Nick presents as a healthy, loving, vivacious sheltie. Nick’s good companion is Abby. They do everything together but Nick gets on with all other dogs well too.
Lacy	F	2 yrs	14"	15 lbs	Lacy is 2 yrs old female Sable and white sheltie. She is a very sweet and loving girl but also loves to run and play! She get the others here going and keeps them playing. She is very sweet temperament and loves men as well as ladies. She weighs about 15 lbs and stands 14" tall. Lacy has Sheltie DM which doesn't affect her spirit or loving heart but does cause her to lose hair. Linked here are details about the condition. She is on medicine that she takes twice a day that controls this. She just started this so we haven't yet seen the full effect. She is very easy to train and loves walking on the leash. However, she thinks she is in trouble when told to 'sit', so that is why she looks so sad in the picture. Lacy would be better with a fence and has grown up with small and older children. I hope you will consider Lacy for you family. She is precious and would make a great family dog!
Belle	F	1 yr	15"	17 lb	This is beautiful little Belle. She is 1 year old, about 17 lbs and 15" tall. She has a lot of athletic ability and would do best in a home that is going to spend time doing athletic activities. She needs a fenced yard and is afraid of children so cannot be placed around them. Belle is a diamond in the rough. While Belle will need education in house manners, please be aware that Indiana Sheltie Rescue only approves positive based training methods. ***Update April 2008 - Belle will need a fenced yard with a fence at least as high or higher than 4 feet. Belle is now jumping a 4 foot fence and being kept safely in the yard by using a tie out.
Odie	M	1 yr	17"	22 lb	I am the sweetest boy in the world! That's what my foster mom says every morning when I come in to play. My name is Odie and I just turned 1 year old. I weigh 22 pounds and stand 17 inches high. I have long legs which help me run really fast. My previous owner shaved me, so I'm waiting for my coat to come back. My mom says I learn very quickly. I come when called, sit for treats and stay until my bowl is put down. I love to fetch, especially sticks. I also love to lay by my mom and have her scratch my ears. I get along well with other dogs, and also cats. I like meeting new people. My mom says I need to go to school to make me the best dog ever. If you're looking for a boy with lots of energy, but still has time for loving, then I'm the boy for you. Please note: Only adoptive homes with fenced-in yards will be considered for Odie.
Shelby	F	9 yrs	18"	29 lbs	Shelby is a lovely senior lady. She is happy, energetic and easy going. Shelby meets people well and gets along with other dogs, cats and all ages of people. She was returned by her adopter of 6 yrs because they no longer had time for her. Shelby has recently been diagnosed with 2 bladder tumors, one of which is inoperable and expected to be Transitional Cell Carcinoma. Read more about it here. Chemotherapy doesn’t work well on these types of tumors either. Shelby could have a few months to a couple of years to live. She is looking for someone who will give her a home for her remaining time.
Bonnie	F	2 yrs	15"	17 lbs	Bonnie is a wild and crazy girl. She is always busy…playing with one of the other dogs, chewing on the cat, ripping apart a toy or running, digging or barking in the yard. Bonnie is learning about the world and gaining confidence daily but she is terrified of new situations and meeting strangers. Bonnie was given up by her owner because the woman considered her untrainable and she was so fearful of people visiting the house. Bonnie will need someone who is patient enough to help her learn to meet new people and deal with new situations. A fence is a must for Bonnie.
Muffin	F	1 yr 9 mo	16"	22 lbs	This is Muffin. She is likely not a purebred sheltie although the woman who gave her up at the shelter said she is. Muffin is a year and 9 months old, 16" tall, 21 lbs and is a lovely golden tan. If she is a purebred sheltie then she is a sable merle. Muffin loves to play with the other dogs, is good with cats and is friendly and outgoing with all ages of people. She was given up by her owner because "she is untrainable and not housetrained." However, it didn't take long for Muffin to figure out housetraining in her foster home and she has learned a lot about manners and how to sit during her short time in foster care. She doesn't bark excessively or chew but is exuberant and playful so training would help settle her down. Ideally Muffin would like other dogs and a fenced yard in which to play in her new home.
Einstein	M	1 yr	17"	30 lbs	Einstein is healthy 1 year old , about 17 in and 30 lbs. He is a very handsome sheltie that must have been adorable as a puppy by looking at his attractive facial features. Einstein's first year was very isolated and he has not seen much of the world. He would do best as the only dog in the household and with people that are familiar with shelties. A fenced in yard is a must and he has not been evaluated with children. He is a pleasant well behaved playful sheltie when feeling comfortable but uneasy and nervous in new situations. Einstein is looking for patient people or person that will give him plenty of time to get to know the world and understand his fears when they show up. He rides well in the car and does not have to be called to come in from outside in the yard and these are big pluses!
Lady Duchess	F	4 1/2 yrs	18"	40 lbs	Duchess is a lovely, 4.5 yr old female who is 18” tall and weighs 40 lbs. She is on a diet and has lost 9 lbs since coming into foster care. Duchess was given up by her owner when she divorced and moved into assisted care. Duchess can be a bit shy when she first meets you but will warm up within a short time, especially if you have treats or will play fetch with her. She loves to play with toys and will fetch just about anything you throw. Duchess gets along with other dogs and cats, is learning to go for rides in the car and enjoys people of all ages. Because she loves to play, Duchess would like to have a fenced yard in her new home.
Scotty	M	6 1/2 yrs	14"	20 lbs	Scotty is cute as a button. He is 14” and 20 lbs. He was given up when his elderly owner had to move into a nursing home. Scotty is quite shy around people he does not know. He will likely never be a social butterfly but if you are patient and give him a chance to settle in on his own schedule, he opens up and becomes your shadow. Scotty grew up without any other animals in the household but he has done fine with the resident kitty and has enjoyed getting to know the other dogs in his foster home…although he can be a little rough when trying to play with them. Scotty would do best in an all adult household since he is afraid of children. He is looking for someone willing to help him learn about the world and work through his fears. Are you that person?