All Cattle Dogs Rescue and Rehabilitation is, primarily, an Australian Cattle Dog (aka ACDs, Blue/Red Heeler, Queensland Heeler or Australian Heeler) rescue. However, when able, we try to reach out to all herding breeds. (Occassionally, the random dog on the side of the road.) Recently, we have become more involved in facilitating rehoming of cattledogs. In other words, those dogs who are being faced with a shelter situation, but have not left their home environment, yet. Our organization's primary focus is to aid ACDs that have ended up in shelter situations that need a second chance at a happy life.
All Cattle Dogs Rescue and Rehabilitation intends to pair humans and canines in a match that will last a lifetime. Once a dog ends up in our program there are a multitude of steps that must be met before the dog is put up for adoption; such as veterinary exam and care, temperment evaluation and modification, if necessary. Our organization's intention is for every dog in our program to have the opportunity to meet a family that will be suitable for their temperment and energy level. Therefore, it is our ultiimate goal to make it more appealing to seek out a rescue dog than to purchase a puppy from a breeder. How can we do this, you ask?
All Cattle Dogs Rescue has a list of standards that each of our foster dogs must meet prior to adoption. As a rescue organization and as dog owners ourselves, we feel that each dog must learn certain rules in order to be "domesticated" members of society. It is our responsibility and duty to see to it they know these rules before they go out into society. They are not adopted out until they learn these rules.
1. Walk on a leash without pulling
2. Stand for exam, ie. at the vet
3. Allow nails to be trimmed
4. Basic grooming, ie. baths
5. Proper interaction with other dogs
Now, mind you, they do not have to like it, they must tolerate it. That is their duty. They have certain expectations as our friends and our pets to fulfill. It's a contract, per se. We provide for them a wonderful life of fulfillment, fun, games, stimulation (Remember, the montra a TIRED CATTLEDOG, IS A GOOD CATTLEDOG). Dogs have essential duties to hold up their end of the bargain; they must behave a certain way in certain settings; anything else is inappropriate. Ultimately this leads to their happiness and YOURS!
Our mission is to be the mediator in finding that forever home. If you have never owned a dog, then a cattledog is probably not the place to start. Research the breed or type of dog you are looking to make part of your family. Though herding breeds tend to have some similarities, there are definite differences among them. If you are a couch potato, most cattledogs are not going to fit into your lifestyle. However, if you are an active individual who has time to walk your dog(s) for 30 minutes to an hour twice a day, at the minimum, then a cattledog will fit into your life just fine.
Pet Lover's Guide to your new dog
www.Cattledog.com
Australian Cattle Dog Club of America
www.australiancattledog.com
www.acdagility.com
Animal Planet'sBreed All About Itfeaturing the ACD and Larry Painter
www.australian-cattle-dogs.com
www.stockdog.com
Additional thoughts to consider prior to adopting a dog
The video below is of a fellow cattledog enthusiast with several of her RESCUE Australian Cattle Dogs who she has taken above and beyond, by pursuing and excelling, in disc dog competitions. Disc dogs competitions, aka frisbee, are one of the many dog sports available to the dog enthusiast! Please, take a moment to watch Tracy and her dogs; they really are a dream to watch!
How Do I Adopt My New Family Friend? Adoption Fees The standard donation for adopting a foster dog through All Cattle Dogs Rescue is $175. This contribuition is designed to help offset the expenses of a foster dog which includes microchip identification (ideally, AVID or HomeAgain, but occassionally 24PetWatch), sterilization (spay or neuter sugery), vaccination against Rabies, Distemper/Parvo and Kennel cough, deworming for intestinal parasites (Panacur and Droncit or Drontal Plus), flea control (usually, Capstar, Advantage or Frontline) and heartworm prevention (Interceptor or Ivermectin). What Is A Courtesy Posting? Occassionally, ACDR will host a courtesy posting which in that case the adoption fees, contract, etc. are up to whomever is responsible for the adoptable dog. Preapproval Required! Please, note, that this organization is not a public shelter. All Cattle Dogs Rescue is comprised of volunteers who donate their time, money and resources to help these worthy dogs have a second chance. Please, contact our director, at the email address below, to arrange an appointment. In order to facilitate the adoption process, please, click here to fill out an adoption application. Once the adoption application is complete, you may send it as an attachment to the email address below. All Cattle Dogs Rescue and Rehabilitation Nashville, TN 37209 Email: blueydogrescue@comcast.net Special Attention Joe Pesci and ACDR want to extend a special note of gratitude to Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm for going above and beyond in Joe Pesci's care. He is happy and healthy living the life of Riley in up state Ohio thanks to you and Dr. Wyatt in Pulaski. Joe Pesci would not be here today if it were not for your caring hands and knowledge. Thank you, both. ACDR would like to extend a huge thank you to Kellye, "Sydney" and "Brisbane" In Texas who donated money to ACDR in memoriam of "Skidboot". Thank you so much for your generosity. Thank you to Angie and Shelby for fostering Mya and her puppies. Both of you did a great job! I can't thank you enough for your patience and caring. ACDRR is always in need of caring individuals, in love with the breed, who want to help, so, if you want to volunteer, please, email us at the link at the bottom of this website. [Home] [Information] [Shelters] [Search] This site is a member of WebRing. To browse visit Here.
The standard donation for adopting a foster dog through All Cattle Dogs Rescue is $175. This contribuition is designed to help offset the expenses of a foster dog which includes microchip identification (ideally, AVID or HomeAgain, but occassionally 24PetWatch), sterilization (spay or neuter sugery), vaccination against Rabies, Distemper/Parvo and Kennel cough, deworming for intestinal parasites (Panacur and Droncit or Drontal Plus), flea control (usually, Capstar, Advantage or Frontline) and heartworm prevention (Interceptor or Ivermectin).
Occassionally, ACDR will host a courtesy posting which in that case the adoption fees, contract, etc. are up to whomever is responsible for the adoptable dog.
Please, note, that this organization is not a public shelter. All Cattle Dogs Rescue is comprised of volunteers who donate their time, money and resources to help these worthy dogs have a second chance. Please, contact our director, at the email address below, to arrange an appointment. In order to facilitate the adoption process, please, click here to fill out an adoption application. Once the adoption application is complete, you may send it as an attachment to the email address below.
All Cattle Dogs Rescue and Rehabilitation Nashville, TN 37209 Email: blueydogrescue@comcast.net
Joe Pesci and ACDR want to extend a special note of gratitude to Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm for going above and beyond in Joe Pesci's care. He is happy and healthy living the life of Riley in up state Ohio thanks to you and Dr. Wyatt in Pulaski. Joe Pesci would not be here today if it were not for your caring hands and knowledge. Thank you, both.
ACDR would like to extend a huge thank you to Kellye, "Sydney" and "Brisbane" In Texas who donated money to ACDR in memoriam of "Skidboot". Thank you so much for your generosity.
Thank you to Angie and Shelby for fostering Mya and her puppies. Both of you did a great job! I can't thank you enough for your patience and caring. ACDRR is always in need of caring individuals, in love with the breed, who want to help, so, if you want to volunteer, please, email us at the link at the bottom of this website.