Ellie

My name is Miss Ellie and I am a 7-year-old Cattle Dog who weighs about 52 lbs.<br/>I came up from Southern California in January and, unfortunately, my first adoptive home wasn't the right fit. Now I'm looking for a home that truly understands me and my needs.<br/><br/>I'm a classic cattle dog - loyal, intelligent, and deeply bonded to my people. I thrive when I have structure, clear expectations, and a home where I can feel secure.<br/><br/>My cutest trait is I LOVE stuffy toys, not to shred I promise, I carry them around the house and like to show it off. <br/><br/>I do want to be upfront so I can find the right match: I'm not comfortable around other dogs and prefer to have my space. On leash, I can be reactive, so I'll need a confident handler who can continue working with me and help manage my environment. Because of this, I'm looking for a dog-free home where I don't have to worry about sharing my space.<br/><br/>I also take my home seriously. When new people come over, I prefer to have my own safe space to settle rather than being asked to interact right away. With proper management, I do best when I can observe at my own pace.<br/><br/>In my previous home, I bonded closely with my people, but my strength and energy made leisurely walks a bit challenging for them. I'll do best with someone who is physically capable and understands working breeds, and who can provide both mental and physical outlets to keep me balanced.<br/><br/>All of this said - everything about me lines up with what you'd expect from a high-drive, high-intelligence cattle dog. For someone who understands the breed, I have so much to offer: loyalty, companionship, and a deep connection with my person.<br/><br/>If you're experienced with herding breeds and looking for a devoted companion who will truly be your dog, I might be the perfect match.

My name is Miss Ellie and I am a 7-year-old Cattle Dog who weighs about 52 lbs.
I came up from Southern California in January and, unfortunately, my first adoptive home wasn't the right fit. Now I'm looking for a home that truly understands me and my needs.

I'm a classic cattle dog - loyal, intelligent, and deeply bonded to my people. I thrive when I have structure, clear expectations, and a home where I can feel secure.

My cutest trait is I LOVE stuffy toys, not to shred I promise, I carry them around the house and like to show it off.

I do want to be upfront so I can find the right match: I'm not comfortable around other dogs and prefer to have my space. On leash, I can be reactive, so I'll need a confident handler who can continue working with me and help manage my environment. Because of this, I'm looking for a dog-free home where I don't have to worry about sharing my space.

I also take my home seriously. When new people come over, I prefer to have my own safe space to settle rat

My name is Miss Ellie and I am a 7-year-old Cattle Dog who weighs about 52 lbs.
I came up from Southern California in January and, unfortunately, my first adoptive home wasn't the right fit. Now I'm looking for a home that truly understands me and my needs.

I'm a classic cattle dog - loyal, intelligent, and deeply bonded to my people. I thrive when I have structure, clear expectations, and a home where I can feel secure.

My cutest trait is I LOVE stuffy toys, not to shred I promise, I carry them around the house and like to show it off.

I do want to be upfront so I can find the right match: I'm not comfortable around other dogs and prefer to have my space. On leash, I can be reactive, so I'll need a confident handler who can continue working with me and help manage my environment. Because of this, I'm looking for a dog-free home where I don't have to worry about sharing my space.

I also take my home seriously. When new people come over, I prefer to have my own safe space to settle rather than being asked to interact right away. With proper management, I do best when I can observe at my own pace.

In my previous home, I bonded closely with my people, but my strength and energy made leisurely walks a bit challenging for them. I'll do best with someone who is physically capable and understands working breeds, and who can provide both mental and physical outlets to keep me