Open-Hearted Oliver

Meet Open-Hearted Oliver — The Sweet, Sensitive, Super-Smart Young Aussie Looking for His New Family <br/><br/>Oliver is an 11-month-old Standard Australian Shepherd with a gentle heart, a beautiful soul, and a whole lot of potential. He’s the kind of dog who bonds deeply, loves generously, and tries so hard to be brave in a world that sometimes feels a little big to him.<br/><br/>A Little Shy… But All Heart<br/><br/>Like many young Aussies, Oliver comes with a touch of initial shyness.<br/>But here’s the best part: Once he realizes you're kind and safe, he warms up quickly — leaning in for affection, offering soft eye contact, and showing off his wonderfully sweet nature. He’s not a major flight risk; he’s simply cautious at first and then wonderfully devoted.<br/><br/>Social Butterfly (With Dogs AND People!)<br/><br/>Oliver gets along beautifully with: Adults. Kids. And he absolutely LOVES other dogs. They help him relax, play, learn, and feel confident. A canine buddy in his new home would be a huge bonus for him.<br/><br/>He hasn’t been tested with cats yet.<br/><br/>A Recent Loss<br/><br/>Oliver recently lost his dog best friend, who was tragically hit by a car.<br/>He has been grieving, confused, and heartbroken — and yet he is still trying to be the sweet, resilient boy he’s always been. Finding a loving, stable home (ideally with a friendly dog) will help him heal and bring out his full sparkle again.<br/><br/>Excellent House Manners<br/><br/>Oliver is wonderfully easy to live with for such a young dog. He is:<br/><br/>Neutered<br/><br/>Microchipped<br/><br/>Fully vaccinated<br/><br/>Crate-trained<br/><br/>Housetrained<br/><br/>A great walker on leash<br/><br/>A GREAT car rider<br/><br/>Young, well-mannered Aussies like him don’t come around often.<br/><br/>Smart, Fun, and Ready to Learn<br/><br/>This boy is clever, eager, and engaged. He loves to play, loves to think, and loves to be part of the action — but he is not over-the-top. He has a gentle, thoughtful temperament that balances beautifully with his playful side. Give him an outlet for his mind and his energy, and he will blossom into the loyal, brilliant companion Aussies are known for.<br/><br/>His Ideal Home<br/><br/>Oliver would thrive in a home that is:<br/><br/>Kind, patient, and steady<br/><br/>Ready for a smart young herding breed<br/><br/>Willing to give him reassurance and structure<br/><br/>Ideally home to another friendly dog<br/><br/>Why Oliver Is Special<br/><br/>He has the classic Aussie sweetness, the classic Aussie brainpower, and the classic Aussie sensitivity — all wrapped up in one very good boy who just wants to belong again.<br/><br/>If you’re looking for a young dog with heart, soul, smarts, and endless love to give… Oliver is waiting.<br/><br/>To be considered for this amazing boy, please submit an application at www.pacificanimalsociety.org

Meet Open-Hearted Oliver — The Sweet, Sensitive, Super-Smart Young Aussie Looking for His New Family

Oliver is an 11-month-old Standard Australian Shepherd with a gentle heart, a beautiful soul, and a whole lot of potential. He’s the kind of dog who bonds deeply, loves generously, and tries so hard to be brave in a world that sometimes feels a little big to him.

A Little Shy… But All Heart

Like many young Aussies, Oliver comes with a touch of initial shyness.
But here’s the best part: Once he realizes you're kind and safe, he warms up quickly — leaning in for affection, offering soft eye contact, and showing off his wonderfully sweet nature. He’s not a major flight risk; he’s simply cautious at first and then wonderfully devoted.

Social Butterfly (With Dogs AND People!)

Oliver gets along beautifully with: Adults. Kids. And he absolutely LOVES other dogs. They help him relax, play, learn, and feel confident. A canine buddy in his new home would be a huge bonus for him.

Meet Open-Hearted Oliver — The Sweet, Sensitive, Super-Smart Young Aussie Looking for His New Family

Oliver is an 11-month-old Standard Australian Shepherd with a gentle heart, a beautiful soul, and a whole lot of potential. He’s the kind of dog who bonds deeply, loves generously, and tries so hard to be brave in a world that sometimes feels a little big to him.

A Little Shy… But All Heart

Like many young Aussies, Oliver comes with a touch of initial shyness.
But here’s the best part: Once he realizes you're kind and safe, he warms up quickly — leaning in for affection, offering soft eye contact, and showing off his wonderfully sweet nature. He’s not a major flight risk; he’s simply cautious at first and then wonderfully devoted.

Social Butterfly (With Dogs AND People!)

Oliver gets along beautifully with: Adults. Kids. And he absolutely LOVES other dogs. They help him relax, play, learn, and feel confident. A canine buddy in his new home would be a huge bonus for him.

He hasn’t been tested with cats yet.

A Recent Loss

Oliver recently lost his dog best friend, who was tragically hit by a car.
He has been grieving, confused, and heartbroken — and yet he is still trying to be the sweet, resilient boy he’s always been. Finding a loving, stable home (ideally with a friendly dog) will help him heal and bring out his full sparkle again.
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