Sydney - Wallflower Australian Cattle Dog / Blue Heeler Mix Washington, IA

Sydney was on the run, surviving outside for weeks while also being pregnant. We took her into our care just before she gave birth to a beautiful bundle of four puppies who found homes in July and August. Unfortunately, Sydney hasn’t been so lucky. She is dog selective and has a huge fear of people when she first meets them. Her foster mom that had Sydney and her puppies says “She just needs a few days to get to know an adopter and then she will be their best loyal friend and shadow. She’s a sweetheart!”
Sydney is the snuggliest, sweetest and most loving girl once she knows you. But before she trusts a person she is kind of off putting.

Sydney is a 3-4 year old female Australian Cattle Dog or Blue Heeler who is described as a 'Wallflower'. Shy yet charming canine searching for patient owner with relaxed lifestyle. Looking for gentle guidance to help me come out of my shell. Treat me sweet and kind and I will blossom. (Internally motivated)

Sydney barks and is very, very stressed by all of the dogs around her at the shelter. So if you come see her here, please ask us to bring her out to the exercise yard so you can see how she really is.

Sydney would probably do best as the sole dog in the house. She would also do best in a home without children.

She would love a fenced in yard because she is very fast and loves to do zoomies.
She seems to be fine with cats and kittens.
She is potty trained and kennel trained.
At her foster home Sydney loved to cuddle on the couch.


It is recommended that whenever you add a new animal to your household, it is done with a slow and monitored introduction.
We would be more than happy to coordinate a meet and greet for you and your existing animals to see how everyone interacts.

Sydney is in a foster home again, so for more information on this animal contact washingtonpawsandmore1978@gmail.com or call 319-653-6713.

Please copy and paste our adoption page URL for an application to adopt this animal. https://www.pawsandmorewashington.org/adopt

Remember, it is important to provide dogs with social interaction, mental stimulation, and the exercise that they need. Visit our enrichment programs to find out more.

If you cannot currently adopt, donations are ALWAYS welcome! Visit our paypal account on our home page at www.pawsandmore.petfinder.com or mail to PAWS and More, 1004 1/2 West Madison, Washington, IA 52353.

We recommend crate training until you’re confident that your dog is used to his/her new home: http://www.aspca.org/pet-care/virtual-pet-behaviorist/dog-behavior/weekend-crate-training

All our dogs have been spayed or neutered or arrangements will be made if currently too young. They will be treated for fleas, bathed, vaccinated against distemper/parvo, treated against general parasites, and if of age, tested for heart worms and vaccinated against rabies. If underage for these things at the time of adoption, they are to be done at the adopter’s cost when the dog becomes of age. They will be microchipped at the time of adoption.
PAWS & More Animal Shelter Location Address:
1004 1/2 West Madison St
Washington, IA 52353
Get directions
washingtonpawsandmore1978@gmail.com
319-653-6713

Hours:
Monday closed
Tuesday noon to 4 PM
Wednesday noon to 4 PM
Thursday noon to 4 PM
Friday noon to 4 PM
Saturday noon to 4 PM
Sunday noon to 4 PM