


Riff
- Adult
- Male
- Medium
- Australian Cattle Dog / Blue Heeler
About Riff
Carroll, IA
Breed
Physical Traits
Behavior
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Riff's Story
Riff is a 3-year-old Blue Heeler mix with loads of personality and energy. He's affectionate, people-friendly, and highly active - the kind of dog who thrives with purpose, exercise, and consistent leadership. He's been an indoor companion who also shows strong potential as a working/farm dog. He's still learning manners (jumps, some chewing) and needs patient, consistent training and a household that can match his activity level.<br/><br/>Ideal home<br/> Active adults or a family experienced with herding/working breeds.<br/> A home with a securely fenced yard or farm property where Riff can have tasks or play; suitable for someone who can provide daily structured exercise (long walks, runs, herding tasks, agility, or job-like activities).<br/> No small dog-only households unless adopter is experienced with dog-dog introductions and supervision.<br/> A home willing to supervise cat interactions and continue the trusted, gradual approach.<br/> Riff is untrained but eager; positive reinforcement and clear, consistent boundaries will help quickly. <br/> Dog-reactivity: avoid off-leash dog park socializing until an adopter works with a trainer; use controlled, desensitization-based introductions if needed.<br/> Loves water/adventure: kayaking and car trips are clear wins.
Riff is a 3-year-old Blue Heeler mix with loads of personality and energy. He's affectionate, people-friendly, and highly active - the kind of dog who thrives with purpose, exercise, and consistent leadership. He's been an indoor companion who also shows strong potential as a working/farm dog. He's still learning manners (jumps, some chewing) and needs patient, consistent training and a household that can match his activity level.
Ideal home
Active adults or a family experienced with herding/working breeds.
A home with a securely fenced yard or farm property where Riff can have tasks or play; suitable for someone who can provide daily structured exercise (long walks, runs, herding tasks, agility, or job-like activities).
No small dog-only households unless adopter is experienced with dog-dog introductions and supervision.
A home willing to supervise cat interactions and continue the trusted, gradual approach.
Riff is untrained but eager; positive reinforcement and clear, consistent boundarie
Riff is a 3-year-old Blue Heeler mix with loads of personality and energy. He's affectionate, people-friendly, and highly active - the kind of dog who thrives with purpose, exercise, and consistent leadership. He's been an indoor companion who also shows strong potential as a working/farm dog. He's still learning manners (jumps, some chewing) and needs patient, consistent training and a household that can match his activity level.
Ideal home
Active adults or a family experienced with herding/working breeds.
A home with a securely fenced yard or farm property where Riff can have tasks or play; suitable for someone who can provide daily structured exercise (long walks, runs, herding tasks, agility, or job-like activities).
No small dog-only households unless adopter is experienced with dog-dog introductions and supervision.
A home willing to supervise cat interactions and continue the trusted, gradual approach.
Riff is untrained but eager; positive reinforcement and clear, consistent boundaries will help quickly.
Dog-reactivity: avoid off-leash dog park socializing until an adopter works with a trainer; use controlled, desensitization-based introductions if needed.
Loves water/adventure: kayaking and car trips are clear wins.
How To Adopt
Riff is from Animal Rescue of Carroll
[Carroll, IA]
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