Adoptable

Diesel

Border Collie & Australian Shepherd

About Diesel

Requirements (no exceptions): • Physically fenced yard • Another active dog in the home • Prior herding-breed experience • Applicant specifically seeking a dog with agility, rally, obedience, or sport potential and experience training high-drive dogs Are you an active household looking for a high-energy dog who can truly keep up with your lifestyle? Are you specifically seeking a dog with potential for agility, rally, obedience, or scent work? If so, Diesel may be the perfect match. Diesel is a young Border Collie / Sheltie / Australian Shepherd mix (best guess) searching for a home committed to helping him reach his full potential. He is highly food-, toy-, and treat-motivated, eager to learn, and thrives with training. Diesel has a strong play drive—fetch is his favorite activity, and he almost always has a toy in his mouth. He is constantly on the move and always ready for his next adventure. Diesel needs an experienced home that understands the mental and physical demands of high-energy herding breeds. Daily structured exercise and enrichment are essential for him to thrive. He is housebroken and crate trained and currently lives peacefully with other dogs, cats, and older children in his foster home. While he does well with kids, a home without young children is preferred; older, well-mannered children would be fine. Diesel can be a bit nervous when meeting new people in unfamiliar environments, but once he feels comfortable, his confident, fun personality shines. A secure, physically fenced yard is mandatory—Diesel is not a candidate for tie-outs or leash-only exercise and will escape if given the opportunity. He would greatly benefit from another young, energetic dog, as he spends much of his time actively playing and wrestling with his foster siblings. Diesel thrives in a busy, active home and loves being on the go. He is ideal for someone excited to continue training a high-energy dog and put his drive to good use. Bonus: he also loves to swim! We offer a two-week trial period on all adoptions. If you believe your home may be a great fit for Diesel, please complete an application at: https://www.homewardboundrescue.com/preadopt A home visit is required.