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Nellie (Courtesy Post for ISU Companion Animal Program)

  • Young
  • Female
  • Medium

Nellie (Courtesy Post for ISU Companion Animal Program)

Current Location

Ames, IA

Breed

Border Collie

Physical Traits

Age: Young, (1-3 years)
Gender: Female
Size: Medium, (26-60 lbs)
Coat length: Medium
Coat color: Tricolor (Brown, Black, & White)

Behavior

Personality
Playful, Curious, Smart, Athletic, Affectionate, Cuddly
House-trained: Yes

Health

Spayed/Neutered:
Yes
Vaccinated:
Yes
Special Needs:
No

Nellie (Courtesy Post for ISU Companion Animal Program)'s Compatibility

  • This pet has bad 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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Nellie (Courtesy Post for ISU Companion Animal Program)'s Story

Beautiful Nellie is a 2-yr old, 45# Border Collie that is the definition of the breed. She's moderately active and enjoys the occasional run, is up for sniffy walks anytime, and will happily entertain herself (and YOU!) playing with just about any toy. She has an amazing off switch (always ready to cuddle!), is smart and engaged with her person. She is looking for a family that will love her as much as she loves them!<br/><br/>Through her foster program, Nellie dipped her toe in a variety of dog sports. She reminds us of that one kid in every high school - the one that's good at everything she tries! She is neutral to humans and dogs while out in public. True to her breed, trust us when we say she notices everything. She simply asks that you get to know her before trying to pet her or get too close. She needs time to feel comfortable with new friends. For this reason, an adult-only home is right for her.<br/><br/>Nellie is available for adoption through the Iowa State University's ACE Project, where students foster dogs under supervision by a professor in Animal Science. More information, including her adoption fee, is available through Cheryl Morris at clmorris@iastate.edu<br/><br/>Be sure to check out Nellie's YouTube playlist with more videos of this personality-packed beauty: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZsqpwvqXzi8<br/><br/>(HOABCR is NOT accepting applications for Nellie. We hope our network can help her find the perfect home!)

Beautiful Nellie is a 2-yr old, 45# Border Collie that is the definition of the breed. She's moderately active and enjoys the occasional run, is up for sniffy walks anytime, and will happily entertain herself (and YOU!) playing with just about any toy. She has an amazing off switch (always ready to cuddle!), is smart and engaged with her person. She is looking for a family that will love her as much as she loves them!

Through her foster program, Nellie dipped her toe in a variety of dog sports. She reminds us of that one kid in every high school - the one that's good at everything she tries! She is neutral to humans and dogs while out in public. True to her breed, trust us when we say she notices everything. She simply asks that you get to know her before trying to pet her or get too close. She needs time to feel comfortable with new friends. For this reason, an adult-only home is right for her.

Nellie is available for adoption through the Iowa State University's ACE Project, where students foster dogs unde

Beautiful Nellie is a 2-yr old, 45# Border Collie that is the definition of the breed. She's moderately active and enjoys the occasional run, is up for sniffy walks anytime, and will happily entertain herself (and YOU!) playing with just about any toy. She has an amazing off switch (always ready to cuddle!), is smart and engaged with her person. She is looking for a family that will love her as much as she loves them!

Through her foster program, Nellie dipped her toe in a variety of dog sports. She reminds us of that one kid in every high school - the one that's good at everything she tries! She is neutral to humans and dogs while out in public. True to her breed, trust us when we say she notices everything. She simply asks that you get to know her before trying to pet her or get too close. She needs time to feel comfortable with new friends. For this reason, an adult-only home is right for her.

Nellie is available for adoption through the Iowa State University's ACE Project, where students foster dogs under supervision by a professor in Animal Science. More information, including her adoption fee, is available through Cheryl Morris at clmorris@iastate.edu

Be sure to check out Nellie's YouTube playlist with more videos of this personality-packed beauty: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZsqpwvqXzi8

(HOABCR is NOT accepting applications for Nellie. We hope our network can help

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How To Adopt

Nellie (Cour... was listed as Adoptable by Heart of a Border Collie Rescue
How can I adopt Nellie (Cour...?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with Heart of a Border Collie 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 Nellie (Cour... 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 Heart of a Border Collie Rescue for details on the pet.
When can I meet Nellie (Cour...?
If you've submitted an inquiry, Heart of a Border Collie Rescue will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Nellie (Cour..., they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to Heart of a Border Collie Rescue, and they'll be happy to help!
Heart of a Border Collie Rescue's Adoption Policy
Please read 'Do You Have What It Takes' on our website (www.hoabcr.org/how-to-adopt) before applying to adopt a dog through our rescue. You may also find information about Border Collies helpful (www.hoabcr.org/border-collie-info). Steps in our adoption process include: 1) Filling out an application. Taking this step indicates you are truly interested in adopting a dog - it is not binding. 2) If your application meets the requirements for the dog you're interested in, it will be screened through an initial interview with one of our volunteers. If your application does not meet the requirements, you will not be contacted. 3) If we determine your home could be a good fit for one of our dogs, we will complete reference and vet checks, and set up a home visit, which may occur in person or virtually. 4) If approved, details about your application are sent to the foster that has the dog that you're interested in. If the foster feels you are a match for their foster dog, they will call you to talk in detail about the dog, and possibly move to an in-person meeting. Meetings are allowed AFTER applications are fully approved as described above. 5) If that dog is not deemed to be a good match, we may suggest another dog for you, or your application will be kept on file for a potential future dog. 6) Adoption is complete with payment and a signed adoption contract. Our adoption fees are specified in individual Petfinder listings. The fee includes spay/neuter, microchip, heartworm and Lyme tests, rabies & distemper & Bordetella vaccinations (if old enough). Our dogs go to their new homes with a collar, harness, leash, rescue ID tag, starter food, toys and blanket. We are required to charge appropriate MN sales tax.

Nellie (Courtesy Post for ISU Companion Animal Program) is from Heart of a Border Collie Rescue

[Minnetrista, MN]

Our Mission
Heart of a Border Collie Rescue is an all-volunteer 501c3 organization dedicated to placing Border Collies and other herding breeds into qualified, loving and permanent homes, providing temporary housing in approved foster homes, proper medical care, and education of prospective homes. We believe we can help dogs best by...
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