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Finn

  • Adult
  • Male
  • Medium
  • Australian Kelpie
  • German Shepherd Dog

About Finn

Carroll, IA

Breed

Australian Kelpie&German Shepherd DogMix

Physical Traits

Adult
(3-8 years)
Male
Medium
(26-60 lbs)
Black, White / Cream

Behavior

Personality
Children over twelve

Health

Spayed/Neutered:
Yes
Vaccinated:
Yes

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Finn's Story

Finn is an affectionate 2-year-old German Shepherd Australian Shepherd who thrives on human interaction. He's chatty, sociable, and loves attention. Training takes a bit of patience and repetition, but he responds well with consistent, positive methods.<br/><br/>Personality and behavior<br/> Temperament: Affectionate, people-focused, talkative<br/> Energy: Moderate to high - enjoys play, walks, and interactive time with humans<br/> Training style: Learns with patience; benefits from short, consistent sessions and positive reinforcement<br/> Vocalization: Likes to "talk" and use his voice to engage with people<br/> Social needs: Craves companionship and regular interaction<br/><br/>Ideal home<br/> Someone or a family who can provide lots of human time, engagement, and consistent training<br/> Active household that can offer daily mental stimulation and exercise<br/> Best with an adopter prepared for gentle, patient training rather than quick fixes<br/><br/>Care notes<br/> Short, frequent training sessions with rewards work best; avoid long repetitive drills<br/> Daily walks, play, and enrichment toys will help burn energy and keep him focused<br/> Positive reinforcement, clear boundaries, and predictable routine improve progress

Finn is an affectionate 2-year-old German Shepherd Australian Shepherd who thrives on human interaction. He's chatty, sociable, and loves attention. Training takes a bit of patience and repetition, but he responds well with consistent, positive methods.

Personality and behavior
Temperament: Affectionate, people-focused, talkative
Energy: Moderate to high - enjoys play, walks, and interactive time with humans
Training style: Learns with patience; benefits from short, consistent sessions and positive reinforcement
Vocalization: Likes to "talk" and use his voice to engage with people
Social needs: Craves companionship and regular interaction

Ideal home
Someone or a family who can provide lots of human time, engagement, and consistent training
Active household that can offer daily mental stimulation and exercise
Best with an adopter prepared for gentle, patient training rather than quick fixes

Care notes
Short, frequent training sessions with rewards work b

Finn is an affectionate 2-year-old German Shepherd Australian Shepherd who thrives on human interaction. He's chatty, sociable, and loves attention. Training takes a bit of patience and repetition, but he responds well with consistent, positive methods.

Personality and behavior
Temperament: Affectionate, people-focused, talkative
Energy: Moderate to high - enjoys play, walks, and interactive time with humans
Training style: Learns with patience; benefits from short, consistent sessions and positive reinforcement
Vocalization: Likes to "talk" and use his voice to engage with people
Social needs: Craves companionship and regular interaction

Ideal home
Someone or a family who can provide lots of human time, engagement, and consistent training
Active household that can offer daily mental stimulation and exercise
Best with an adopter prepared for gentle, patient training rather than quick fixes

Care notes
Short, frequent training sessions with rewards work best; avoid long repetitive drills
Daily walks, play, and enrichment toys will help burn energy and keep him focused
Positive reinforcement, clear boundaries, and predictable routine improve progress

How To Adopt

Finn was listed as Adoptable by Animal Rescue of Carroll
How can I adopt Finn?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with Animal Rescue of Carroll. 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 Finn 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 Animal Rescue of Carroll for details on the pet.
When can I meet Finn?
If you've submitted an inquiry, Animal Rescue of Carroll will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Finn, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to Animal Rescue of Carroll, and they'll be happy to help!
Animal Rescue of Carroll's Adoption Policy
Dog applications can be filled out at https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/ARC/DOG.

Finn is from Animal Rescue of Carroll

[Carroll, IA]

Our Mission
The Animal Rescue of Carroll, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization founded in 2006. Animal rescue of Carroll will host a dog and cat shelter servicing and caring for lost, unwanted or homeless dogs and cats, with a focus on adoption, education, cruelty prevention, spay and neuter programs, and reuniting lost dogs and...
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Today's hours: 3 pm - 6 pm
Location
1721 E 10th Street PO Box 393 Carroll, IA, 51401

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