Meet Blue Boy – A Diamond in the Rough
Blue Boy is a stunning 4-year-old Miniature Australian Shepherd with a heart full of love and a spirit as wild and beautiful as his coat. But don’t let his good looks fool you — Blue Boy needs more than admiration. He needs a home with an experienced, patient person who understands that real love means embracing every part of him, even the tough parts.
Blue Boy has a bite history and behavioral quirks that mean bite attempts are likely a “when,” not an “if” situation. He’s looking for someone who won’t just see the beauty on the outside, but is willing to work with the complexity inside. He’s a high-energy, highly intelligent boy who craves not just exercise but mental stimulation to keep him balanced.
The Blue Boy experience includes:
– Building a strong, trusting bond — at his pace.
– Laughing at his goofy fetch games and melt-in-your-heart cuddle sessions (he loves napping on your chest).
– Adventures in the car — he’s always ready for a ride!
– Understanding that he is fearful of feet, loud noises, and being left alone.
– Working through tantrums and recognizing that he can guard high-value items like toys, treats, and food — and that handling these situations requires caution, experience, and proactive management.
– Navigating everyday life with patience, structure, and quick reflexes.
What Blue Boy Needs:
– A home without children.
– A secure fenced yard.
– Either a devoted only-dog household or a home with a highly socialized, confident dog that can model calm behavior.
– An adopter who is calm, level-headed, and ready to put in weeks or even months of slow, steady work.
– Someone committed to muzzle training for vet visits and grooming to ensure his safety and comfort.
– A willingness to attend at least three meet and greets at our shelter with our training team to start building a relationship and learn how to set Blue Boy up for success.
Blue Boy isn’t the kind of dog you can “fix” overnight — he’s the kind you earn. And in return? You get a fiercely loyal companion, a goofball playmate, a sweet cuddler, and a dog who will love you with his whole heart once you’ve won his trust. If you’re ready for a journey that’s as challenging as it is rewarding — if you see the beauty not just in his bright eyes but in his imperfect soul — Blue Boy is waiting for you.
Serious, experienced adopters only. Apply today to meet Blue Boy and begin building something truly special.
Requirements: Martingale Collar; Misfit (Multiple Meetings, No Children, Fenced Yard); Resource Guarding (of toys, treats, and high-value items)