Richard

Richard is here and ready to party! <br/><br/>This energetic Australian Cattle Dog mix came to our shelter as a stray who was never claimed by his owner. While we don't know much about where Richard came from, or what his life was like before he arrived at our shelter, we do know that he is ready for a fresh start with a new owner that is going to love him like part of the family! <br/><br/>We think that Richard is around 2 years old, and he is looking for a home where he can get lots of exercise, enrichment, and continue learning how to be a good boy. This goofball is boisterous and is still prone to puppy antics - we don't think he got a lot of attention, or had anyone commit to training with him in his previous life, so Richard is starting at the beginning and working on learning manners and basic obedience. <br/><br/>We think Richard is going to be the most successful with an experienced dog owner, someone who understands that good things take time, patience, and a little bit of effort to be great. Richard is eager to please, and has all the makings of a great companion dog, he just needs someone to commit to helping him learn and grow. Underneath it all, Richard is a sensitive soul who just wants someone to believe in him and give him all the love he has been missing. <br/><br/>At this time, we think Richard would do best in a home without small children, until his manners are more polished; he can be excitable and is still learning not to jump up on people. Richard will also need a home without cats or other small animals (they seem like way too much fun to chase.) <br/><br/>As far as other dogs go, Richard has some complicated feelings. He really, really, really wants to meet and play with other dogs, but he can also be... a bit much for other pooches. He comes on very strong and doesn't really understand the finesse of a proper and polite greeting. Richard is still working through the frustration of not being able to charge right up and say (a slightly rude) hello when he sees other dogs. He can also be a bit nervous around other dogs that immediately match his intense "go get 'em" attitude. Long story short, we would call Richard "Dog Selective." For right now, we think Richard may be the most successful as the only dog in his home until he learns how to engage and interact with other dogs a little more calmly. We are working with him here at the shelter, so stay tuned for updates as he progesses! <br/><br/>We know that Richard may not be the best fit for every home, but we know that the perfect home and family for him is out there somewhere and we can't wait to find them! If you are a Blue Heeler lover, and have room in your heart and home for a boy who needs a second chance and a fresh start - come meet Richard today!

Richard is here and ready to party!

This energetic Australian Cattle Dog mix came to our shelter as a stray who was never claimed by his owner. While we don't know much about where Richard came from, or what his life was like before he arrived at our shelter, we do know that he is ready for a fresh start with a new owner that is going to love him like part of the family!

We think that Richard is around 2 years old, and he is looking for a home where he can get lots of exercise, enrichment, and continue learning how to be a good boy. This goofball is boisterous and is still prone to puppy antics - we don't think he got a lot of attention, or had anyone commit to training with him in his previous life, so Richard is starting at the beginning and working on learning manners and basic obedience.

We think Richard is going to be the most successful with an experienced dog owner, someone who understands that good things take time, patience, and a little bit of effort to be great. Richard is eager to p

Richard is here and ready to party!

This energetic Australian Cattle Dog mix came to our shelter as a stray who was never claimed by his owner. While we don't know much about where Richard came from, or what his life was like before he arrived at our shelter, we do know that he is ready for a fresh start with a new owner that is going to love him like part of the family!

We think that Richard is around 2 years old, and he is looking for a home where he can get lots of exercise, enrichment, and continue learning how to be a good boy. This goofball is boisterous and is still prone to puppy antics - we don't think he got a lot of attention, or had anyone commit to training with him in his previous life, so Richard is starting at the beginning and working on learning manners and basic obedience.

We think Richard is going to be the most successful with an experienced dog owner, someone who understands that good things take time, patience, and a little bit of effort to be great. Richard is eager to please, and has all the makings of a great companion dog, he just needs someone to commit to helping him learn and grow. Underneath it all, Richard is a sensitive soul who just wants someone to believe in him and give him all the love he has been missing.

At this time, we think Richard would do best in a home without small children, until his manners are more polished; he can be excitable