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Olive

  • Adult
  • Female
  • Medium

About Olive

Milford, IA

Physical Traits

Adult
(3-8 years)
Female
Medium
(26-60 lbs)
Red / Chestnut / Orange

Behavior

Personality
Gentle, Good with Dogs, Good with Kids, Not Good with Cats

Health

Spayed/Neutered:
Yes
Vaccinated:
Yes

Olive’s Compatibility

    This pet has good compatibility with kids.

    This pet has good compatibility with dogs.

    This pet has bad compatibility with cats.

    This pet has unknown compatibility with other animals.

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Olive's Story

Meet Olive-the Red Merle Rocket with a Heart of Gold in Search of Her Forever! <br/><br/>Looking for a sidekick who's equal parts athlete, genius, protector, and snuggle bug? Meet Olive-a 2-year-old, 30-pound Australian Shepherd with a full tail, a red-merle coat, and a master's degree in being awesome.<br/><br/>Olive is the adventure buddy of your dreams:<br/><br/>Car rides? She'll call shotgun.<br/><br/>Walks and hikes? Lace up those shoes.<br/>Ball, tug, or swimming? She's got Olympic-level enthusiasm.<br/><br/>Training? She's smarter than your average reality show contestant and learns new things faster than you can Google "how to tire out a herding dog." She knows her basic obedience! Olive is crate trained (it's her safe space) and house-trained. She's also been exposed to dock diving and LOVES it!<br/><br/>But let's talk personality: Olive is playful and happy, but her love language is quality time. She doesn't need to be in your lap every second-just near you, close enough to know she's your number one.<br/><br/>Now, a couple of ground rules from Olive herself:<br/><br/>Men? Sorry, fellas, this girl prefers ladies. Quality girl time! Any men in Olive's life will need to be gentle, kind, and have the patience of Job.<br/><br/>Kids? Herding small humans is apparently "not acceptable," so better to keep her world adult-only.<br/><br/>Other pets? Also a no-go. Olive wants to be your one and only diva-and honestly, she deserves it!<br/><br/>Apartment life? Nope. She's a "room to roam" kind of gal.<br/><br/>What Olive does want is an active home-someone who understands that Aussies are wired for fun, structure, and the occasional zoomie or splash. A fenced yard would be her dream playground, but what she really needs is someone willing to give her love, patience, and the occasional car ride with the windows down.<br/><br/>From Olive (probably):<br/><br/>"Listen, I'm cute, smart, and athletic-basically the total package. I just need someone who gets me: no men, no other pets, and plenty of walks, hikes, or games of fetch. In return, I'll be your co-pilot, your trail buddy, your secret keeper, your best friend and maybe even your alarm clock (sorry in advance). Swipe right... I mean, apply today. Let's make this forever thing happen!"<br/><br/>Olive is fostered in Kingsport, TN.

Meet Olive-the Red Merle Rocket with a Heart of Gold in Search of Her Forever!

Looking for a sidekick who's equal parts athlete, genius, protector, and snuggle bug? Meet Olive-a 2-year-old, 30-pound Australian Shepherd with a full tail, a red-merle coat, and a master's degree in being awesome.

Olive is the adventure buddy of your dreams:

Car rides? She'll call shotgun.

Walks and hikes? Lace up those shoes.
Ball, tug, or swimming? She's got Olympic-level enthusiasm.

Training? She's smarter than your average reality show contestant and learns new things faster than you can Google "how to tire out a herding dog." She knows her basic obedience! Olive is crate trained (it's her safe space) and house-trained. She's also been exposed to dock diving and LOVES it!

But let's talk personality: Olive is playful and happy, but her love language is quality time. She doesn't need to be in your lap every second-just near you, close enough to know she's your number one.

Now,

Meet Olive-the Red Merle Rocket with a Heart of Gold in Search of Her Forever!

Looking for a sidekick who's equal parts athlete, genius, protector, and snuggle bug? Meet Olive-a 2-year-old, 30-pound Australian Shepherd with a full tail, a red-merle coat, and a master's degree in being awesome.

Olive is the adventure buddy of your dreams:

Car rides? She'll call shotgun.

Walks and hikes? Lace up those shoes.
Ball, tug, or swimming? She's got Olympic-level enthusiasm.

Training? She's smarter than your average reality show contestant and learns new things faster than you can Google "how to tire out a herding dog." She knows her basic obedience! Olive is crate trained (it's her safe space) and house-trained. She's also been exposed to dock diving and LOVES it!

But let's talk personality: Olive is playful and happy, but her love language is quality time. She doesn't need to be in your lap every second-just near you, close enough to know she's your number one.

Now, a couple of ground rules from Olive herself:

Men? Sorry, fellas, this girl prefers ladies. Quality girl time! Any men in Olive's life will need to be gentle, kind, and have the patience of Job.

Kids? Herding small humans is apparently "not acceptable," so better to keep her world adult-only.

Other pets? Also a no-go. Olive wants to be your one and only diva-and honestly

How To Adopt

Olive was listed as Adoptable by Humane Society of Northwest Iowa
How can I adopt Olive?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with Humane Society of Northwest Iowa. 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 Olive 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 Humane Society of Northwest Iowa for details on the pet.
When can I meet Olive?
If you've submitted an inquiry, Humane Society of Northwest Iowa will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Olive, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to Humane Society of Northwest Iowa, and they'll be happy to help!
Humane Society of Northwest Iowa's Adoption Policy
If you are looking to adopt a new furry family member the first step is to fill out an application. The application is located on our website at www.humanesocietyofnwia.com. You need to have an approved application prior to setting up a meet and greet. If you are looking for more information on a particular cat or dog please read their biography which is also located on our website. Thank you! The HSNWIA Staff

Olive is from Humane Society of Northwest Iowa

[Milford, IA]

Our Mission
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Location
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