Meet the Pack, Australian Cattle Dog & All Breed Rescue

They're not only farm dogs...
They make ideal companion and sporting dogs!

MEET JOLEEN. Joleen was found living under a barn, in the freezing cold of winter. A kind woman found her and brought her into the shelter. Joleen is clean in her crate and appears house trained. Joleen would be an idea companion for an quiet couple or a senior person with lots of love to share. See her under adoptable pets.

HELLO PJ! PJ is a great house dog. He is fully house broken , stays out of the garbage and just lays around on the couch, while you go to work...meeting you at the door with his tail just a wagging, when you get home. He is a joyful little guy, that loves to make you smile. Check him out under Adoptable pets.

MEET GOLDIE. Goldie is a beautiful soul. She is sweet and quiet and very affectionate. Goldie is house trained, walks well on a leash and adores kids, other dogs and cats. Check her out under adoptable pets.

SAY HI TO LOUIE. Poor scared Louie is a kind, gentle soul...but he has been badly treated by humans and lives in fear of being hurt again. So he requires a loving and understanding adopter to show him how it feels to be loved and well cared for. Check him out under adoptable pets.

MEET BAILEY. Bailey is a loving, active, playful , smart, eager,spunky little character . She is only about 35-40lbs and medium cattle dog size (knee high) girl. She is house broken and also crate trained. Check her out under adoptable pets.

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Who We Are

A non-profit volunteer rescue, specializing in Australian Cattle Dogs (Blue Heelers/Red Heelers)
AND HELPING OTHER CANINE FRIENDS IN NEED AS WELL.
The dogs live in our HOME (Boarding available for adoptees).
The dogs are socialized with our family on our 10 acre hobby farm.
This allows us to evaluate each dog's behaviour and needs, so we can provide any additional training required.
This also helps us to choose the most appropriate home.
***PLEASE SCROLL DOWN TO THE BOTTOM FOR ADOPTION PROCESS, ADOPTION FEE'S AND OUR HOURS OF OPERATION***

Is an Australian Cattle Dog the breed for you?( If you are looking at a different breed or mix breed, please do the research before you consider adoption.)

Temperament

Cattle dogs are highly intelligent , some even say brilliant, and highly trainable. Generally, they have a fun sense of humour and a zest for life. Most are good with animals and children of all ages, provided they have been properly socialized. They are devoted and loyal to family.

Suspicious by nature, some may be stand-off-ish with strangers and others are quite social. They are active and alert companions. Intuitive and keen, they are ideal for work such as search and rescue or service dogs.

Cattle dogs need mental stimulation even more than physical activity. A cattle dog needs to finish his day, feeling he has "earned his keep". Pleasing his owner is his main agenda. Cattle dogs live to serve. A happy cattle dog is one who has done a good job and received your praise.

An unhappy, unfulfilled cattle dog may become depressed, anxious, agitated, aggressive, hyperactive, or may bark incessantly. A cattle dog needs to be an actively involved member of the family. As wonderful as they are, a cattle dog is not a wise choice for a first time dog owner.

Training

Agile and athletic, this breed loves to play. They excel at any type of dog sport, such as flyball, agility, and frisbee. Being a competitive breed, they also enjoy Rally-O and obedience training.

Unlike most other breeds, cattle dogs learn most of what they know by watching their people around them. They are an independent-thinking breed developed to watch their handler's behaviour and even body language. They take the initiative and independently mimic behaviours and routine. *Rule of Thumb: Never let a cattle dog see you do anything you don't want him to do!

Physical Characteristics

Cattle dogs are a compact, knee-high, medium length double-coated housedog. They may have a docked or full tail and prick ears. Coat colour may be red or blue merle, with many variations.

This is a very hearty breed, with next to no health or genetic issues. The only real breed health issue is deafness or blindness most commonly at birth. Commonly, with old age, they may develop cataracts, which may be due to UV exposure. Cattle dogs are so resilient and amazingly adaptable that often the issue is not obvious to those who are unaware. Their average life span is 12 to 15 years. However, often they may live to the late teens and remain quite healthy to the end.

Adoption Process

We have years of experience in making the right "match" for each dog and family.
We will match each dog's requirements to your needs and lifestyle.

We prefer emails to phone calls whenever possible.

An adoption application , an interview and a vet refference check is required prior to booking a visit to meet our dogs or to be approved for adoption.
ALL OUR DOGS, from 6 months old to senior are "FULLY VETTED".
This consist of the following:
Spayed or neutered, fully vaccinated, have flea/heartworm prevention applied, dewormed , microchipped (some are tatooed as well) prior to adoption.
Adopters will also receive a "DOGGIE BAG" consisting of a collar, leash, toy's, treats,bone,ball and 3 day supply of dog food to go home with.

OUR ADOPTION FEE'S ARE AS SET:
PUPPIES: 8-11 wks have 1st vaccine, 4 dewormings & micro chipped: $100.00
PUPPIES: 12-15 wks have 1st & 2nd boosters, 4 dewormings & micro chipped: $160.00
PUPPIES: 16 wks have 3 booster & a 1yr rabie , 4 dewormings & micro chipped: $225.00
PUPPIES: 6 months to 3 years are "fully vetted:" (as stated above) $375.00
ADULT DOGS: 4 yr & up to 7yrs are "fully vetted:" (as stated above) $300.00
SENIOR DOGS: 8 years or older are "fully vetted:" (as stated above) $200.00 or as stated on their web pages.
PURE BRED AND TOY BREEDS : prices may vari between $400.00 & $500.00, depending on size,breed and age. ( above adoption fee's help to offset some of vet expenses and care costs.)

"Our Doggie Bag" ( items may vari .)

Hours of Operation

Visits are by appointment only. Weekend visits can be booked ahead.
8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Monday to Friday.
We have many inquiries, so please be patient. We will reply ASAP.

Meet the Pack, Australian Cattle Dog Rescue
RR2
Lyndhurst, ON K0E 1N0
Email: meetthepack@hotmail.com
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