OTTO

  • Puppy
  • Male
  • Medium

OTTO

Current Location

West Des Moines, IA

Breed

Border Collie&ShepherdMix

Physical Traits

Age: Puppy, (less than 1 year)
Gender: Male
Size: Medium, (26-60 lbs)

Behavior

House-trained: Yes

Health

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

OTTO's Compatibility

  • This pet has good 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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OTTO's Story

Otto is a 16-week-old, male, possible Border Collie/Australian Shepherd mix that weighs about 17 lbs. He will likely be a medium to large dog when full grown. Otto and his 6 siblings came from Oklahoma in mid-August.<br/><br/>Otto is a total sweetheart. His favorite things are giving kisses and chasing after his favorite toys. He would do wonderfully in almost any loving home. Because he is so toy-motivated, he will be a breeze to train with games and rewards. If you want a sweet, affectionate companion who loves play hour just as much as lap time, Otto is your guy. He is both crate- and potty-trained. He was recently introduced to short neighborhood walks and is also making great progress on the leash. He has met kids at events and has done well. He has not met cats but should do well with proper introductions.<br/><br/>Siblings: Leonard (M) Harriet (F) Toni (F) Bear (M) Otto (M) Mae (F) Sally (F)<br/><br/>If you are interested in meeting Otto, please complete an online application at https://hopeanimalrescueofiowa.duplie.com/forms/196/dog-application<br/><br/>Adoption fee is $300 which includes spay/neuter, microchip, and age-appropriate vaccines. 10/17/26 1:08 PM

Otto is a 16-week-old, male, possible Border Collie/Australian Shepherd mix that weighs about 17 lbs. He will likely be a medium to large dog when full grown. Otto and his 6 siblings came from Oklahoma in mid-August.

Otto is a total sweetheart. His favorite things are giving kisses and chasing after his favorite toys. He would do wonderfully in almost any loving home. Because he is so toy-motivated, he will be a breeze to train with games and rewards. If you want a sweet, affectionate companion who loves play hour just as much as lap time, Otto is your guy. He is both crate- and potty-trained. He was recently introduced to short neighborhood walks and is also making great progress on the leash. He has met kids at events and has done well. He has not met cats but should do well with proper introductions.

Siblings: Leonard (M) Harriet (F) Toni (F) Bear (M) Otto (M) Mae (F) Sally (F)

If you are interested in meeting Otto, please complete an online application at https://hopeanimalrescueofiowa.duplie

Otto is a 16-week-old, male, possible Border Collie/Australian Shepherd mix that weighs about 17 lbs. He will likely be a medium to large dog when full grown. Otto and his 6 siblings came from Oklahoma in mid-August.

Otto is a total sweetheart. His favorite things are giving kisses and chasing after his favorite toys. He would do wonderfully in almost any loving home. Because he is so toy-motivated, he will be a breeze to train with games and rewards. If you want a sweet, affectionate companion who loves play hour just as much as lap time, Otto is your guy. He is both crate- and potty-trained. He was recently introduced to short neighborhood walks and is also making great progress on the leash. He has met kids at events and has done well. He has not met cats but should do well with proper introductions.

Siblings: Leonard (M) Harriet (F) Toni (F) Bear (M) Otto (M) Mae (F) Sally (F)

If you are interested in meeting Otto, please complete an online application at https://hopeanimalrescueofiowa.duplie.com/forms/196/dog-application

Adoption fee is $300 which includes spay/neuter, microchip, and age-appropriate vaccines. 10/17/26 1:08 PM

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How To Adopt

OTTO was listed as Adoptable by Hope Animal Rescue
How can I adopt OTTO?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with Hope Animal 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 OTTO 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 Hope Animal Rescue for details on the pet.
When can I meet OTTO?
If you've submitted an inquiry, Hope Animal Rescue will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for OTTO, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to Hope Animal Rescue, and they'll be happy to help!
Hope Animal Rescue's Adoption Policy
Requirements for potential adopters: *Veterinary reference check will be done for all potential adopters for their current animals (dog & cats) which must be up-to-date on all required (rabies) vaccinations. *All current animals in potential adopters home must be spayed/neutered. *Community restrictions on limit of animals will be followed. *Home Visit is also required for dogs. *Applicants must have never been convicted of any felonies or animal abuse laws. Dog Adoption Fees: $250 Adults (age 1-8); $300 Puppy (under age 1); & $150 Seniors (age 9+) Cat Adoption Fees: $60 Adults (age 1-8); $125 or 2 for $200 Kitten (under age 1); & $30 Seniors (age 9+) Adoption fees include: spay/neuter, age appropriate vaccinations; microchip, & any other medical necessity as deemed by our veterinarian. Heartworm, flea/tick, and fecal (for worms) are standard testing/treatments/preventatives for all animals brought into our rescue.

OTTO is from Hope Animal Rescue

[West Des Moines, IA]

Visits by appointment only

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