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Buddy

  • Adult
  • Male
  • Medium

About Buddy

Frederick, MD

Breed

Australian Cattle Dog / Blue Heeler&Australian ShepherdMix

Physical Traits

Adult
(3-8 years)
Male
Medium
(26-60 lbs)
Coat: Short
Tricolor (Brown, Black, & White)

Behavior

Personality
Athletic, Friendly, Smart
House-trained: No

Health

Spayed/Neutered:
Yes
Vaccinated:
Yes

Buddy’s Compatibility

    This pet has unknown compatibility with kids.

    This pet has good compatibility with dogs.

    This pet has unknown compatibility with cats.

    This pet has unknown compatibility with other animals.

Adoption Fee

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Buddy's Story

Buddy-American Cattle Dog/Australian Shepard male , ~ 5yr. (Nov . 2025)<br/>Contact rescuebc@hotmail.com for an application.<br/>Buddy came to Rescue through a Dog Trainer and a Prison Program. The Trainer heard he was in need of rescue and brought him into the Program. He's been doing great there, learning housetraining, obedience and more. He's wonderful with the other dogs there. The Inmate trainer describes him as a happy, very sweet dog. He's a loyal friend, athletic and fun. Buddy is about 35# and could use a little more exercise. He's working on losing weight and training at the Prison. Buddy's adoption fee is $350 to help cover the medical costs of getting ready for adoption. For our application, please email rescuebc@hotmail.com Include your location and a phone number for future communication.

Buddy-American Cattle Dog/Australian Shepard male , ~ 5yr. (Nov . 2025)
Contact rescuebc@hotmail.com for an application.
Buddy came to Rescue through a Dog Trainer and a Prison Program. The Trainer heard he was in need of rescue and brought him into the Program. He's been doing great there, learning housetraining, obedience and more. He's wonderful with the other dogs there. The Inmate trainer describes him as a happy, very sweet dog. He's a loyal friend, athletic and fun. Buddy is about 35# and could use a little more exercise. He's working on losing weight and training at the Prison. Buddy's adoption fee is $350 to help cover the medical costs of getting ready for adoption. For our application, please email rescuebc@hotmail.com Include your location and a phone number for future communication.

Buddy-American Cattle Dog/Australian Shepard male , ~ 5yr. (Nov . 2025)
Contact rescuebc@hotmail.com for an application.
Buddy came to Rescue through a Dog Trainer and a Prison Program. The Trainer heard he was in need of rescue and brought him into the Program. He's been doing great there, learning housetraining, obedience and more. He's wonderful with the other dogs there. The Inmate trainer describes him as a happy, very sweet dog. He's a loyal friend, athletic and fun. Buddy is about 35# and could use a little more exercise. He's working on losing weight and training at the Prison. Buddy's adoption fee is $350 to help cover the medical costs of getting ready for adoption. For our application, please email rescuebc@hotmail.com Include your location and a phone number for future communication.

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How To Adopt

Buddy was listed as Adoptable by Bourbon County Rescue
How can I adopt Buddy?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with Bourbon County Rescue. They may then ask for more details or an official application prior to an adoption. If you're a match, they'll reach out with next steps and timing.
How can I find out if Buddy is a good fit for me?
Click the "See How You Match" button, answer a few simple questions, and see how you match up! It takes less than a minute to complete. You can also reach out directly to Bourbon County Rescue for details on the pet.
When can I meet Buddy?
If you've submitted an inquiry, Bourbon County Rescue will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Buddy, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to Bourbon County Rescue, and they'll be happy to help!
Bourbon County Rescue's Adoption Policy
The first step in our process is to email us for an application. Once we have reviewed and pre-approved an application, we will contact you to arrange a meeting at our next Meet and Greet adoption event. Our events are held at Petco in Frederick, MD. Pets may be adopted that day. We will review medical records with you, you will sign a contract and pay the adoption fee. The fees help to cover the cost of getting our pets ready for adoption which includes age appropriate vaccinations, heartworm tests for dogs over 6 months, FeLV/FIV testing for cats, microchip, spay/neuter and anything else the pet needs. All proceeds are dedicated to caring for the animals in the rescue. Fees for individual animals are listed on their specific posts. Cash only. When contacting us, please be patient. We are 100% volunteer based!

Buddy is from Bourbon County Rescue

[Paris, KY]

Our Mission
The Bourbon County Rescue is often a last resort for many animals in need. Currently we have many special needs animals including puppies battling multiple illnesses, and multitudes of puppies and kittens who were abandoned or left at the shelter before they were ready to leave their mothers. We treat a multitude of medical...
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Adoption Policy
rescuebc@hotmail.com

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