Aspen

Meet Aspen. This beautiful puppy was found by one of our local animal control officers fending for himself on the Northeast side of Houston, scared, hungry and alone. He was brought to the area shelter where they quickly contacted our rescue to help with this little guy. We took one look at those eyes and we were smitten! Aspen is currently in one of our foster homes (located in Houston) where there is another large dog and cat. As you can see from his pictures and video, Aspen gets along great with both the cat and dog and is happy and thriving. He is now ready to find his forever home...<br/>Here is a bit more about this pup:<br/><br/>*Believed to be an aussie mix <br/>*Born around 11/18/2025<br/>*Currently weighs 8.5 lbs - should be medium size when fully grown<br/>*Beautiful coat and markings - his foster mom states that his fur is as soft and fluffy as a baby bunny :)*Up to date on his vaccinations<br/>*Amazing blue/gray eyes<br/>*75% potty trained - will go to designated door to be let outside<br/>*kennel trained<br/>*mild tempered, easy going - foster mom states he has a very even disposition, playful but not overly hyperactive<br/>*loves to cuddle and be held - his two foster "sisters" enjoy carrying him around like a baby (and he equally loves it)<br/><br/>Australian Shepherds are highly intelligent, energetic, and loyal dogs with strong herding instincts, making them eager to please but needing significant physical and mental exercise on a daily basis; they are protective, can be wary of strangers, and are known for their devotion, playfulness, and need for a "job" to prevent boredom, often excelling as working or family companions with proper training and socialization. <br/><br/>Key Character Traits:<br/>Intelligent & Trainable: Exceptionally smart, quick learners, and thrive on mental stimulation.<br/>High Energy: Require substantial daily exercise and activity to stay happy and well-behaved.<br/>Loyal & Protective: Deeply devoted to their families, they are watchful and protective, often being reserved with strangers.<br/>Herding Instincts: Will instinctively try to herd children, other pets, or moving objects.<br/>Eager to Please: Have a strong desire to work with their owners, making them responsive to training.<br/>Playful & Affectionate: Loving companions who enjoy activities and bonding with their people.<br/>Alert & Vocal: Make excellent watchdogs and tend to bark to alert their family to anything unusual. <br/><br/>Needs for Owners:<br/>Job/Purpose: Need tasks, sports (agility, obedience), or active play to fulfill their working nature.<br/>Socialization: Early and frequent exposure to new people and situations is crucial to prevent shyness or fear.<br/>Exercise: Ample physical activity is essential to prevent boredom and destructive habits.<br/>Fenced Yard: Best suited for homes with secure fencing, as they love to run and have space.<br/>Patience: Their intelligence can lead them to manipulate owners, requiring consistent training. <br/><br/>As we feel that Aspen is an Aussie mix puppy, he will do best in an active home that will provide him with both physical and mental exercise on a daily basis. If you are looking for a gorgeous, medium size dog to be a part of your outdoor activities and lifestyle and who will surely bring countless happy memories to your life, look no further than our Aspen.<br/><br/>*If you are seeing this listing, Aspen is currently available and we are accepting applications.<br/>*We respond to all inquiries within 24 hours, however please check your spam/junk email files as at times, some of our responses get placed in these locations.<br/>*If you would like to complete our online adoption agreement, please see link:<br/>https://form.jotform.com/221444730332143<br/><br/>**ADOPTION FEE INCLUDES TRANSPORT**<br/>(currently being fostered in Houston)

Meet Aspen. This beautiful puppy was found by one of our local animal control officers fending for himself on the Northeast side of Houston, scared, hungry and alone. He was brought to the area shelter where they quickly contacted our rescue to help with this little guy. We took one look at those eyes and we were smitten! Aspen is currently in one of our foster homes (located in Houston) where there is another large dog and cat. As you can see from his pictures and video, Aspen gets along great with both the cat and dog and is happy and thriving. He is now ready to find his forever home...
Here is a bit more about this pup:

*Believed to be an aussie mix
*Born around 11/18/2025
*Currently weighs 8.5 lbs - should be medium size when fully grown
*Beautiful coat and markings - his foster mom states that his fur is as soft and fluffy as a baby bunny :)*Up to date on his vaccinations
*Amazing blue/gray eyes
*75% potty trained - will go to designated door to be let outside
*kennel traine

Meet Aspen. This beautiful puppy was found by one of our local animal control officers fending for himself on the Northeast side of Houston, scared, hungry and alone. He was brought to the area shelter where they quickly contacted our rescue to help with this little guy. We took one look at those eyes and we were smitten! Aspen is currently in one of our foster homes (located in Houston) where there is another large dog and cat. As you can see from his pictures and video, Aspen gets along great with both the cat and dog and is happy and thriving. He is now ready to find his forever home...
Here is a bit more about this pup:

*Believed to be an aussie mix
*Born around 11/18/2025
*Currently weighs 8.5 lbs - should be medium size when fully grown
*Beautiful coat and markings - his foster mom states that his fur is as soft and fluffy as a baby bunny :)*Up to date on his vaccinations
*Amazing blue/gray eyes
*75% potty trained - will go to designated door to be let outside
*kennel trained
*mild tempered, easy going - foster mom states he has a very even disposition, playful but not overly hyperactive
*loves to cuddle and be held - his two foster "sisters" enjoy carrying him around like a baby (and he equally loves it)

Australian Shepherds are highly intelligent, energetic, and loyal dogs with strong herding instincts, making them eager to please but needing signi