Finley up for Adoption
Here's What You Need To Know:
- Adopted Date: 12/06/2024
- Pet's Location: minneapolis MN, 55416
- Pet's Age: 3 Years 10 Months
- Pet's Size: medium
- Pet's Gender: male
- Pet's Color: tricolor (tan/brown & black & white)
- Pet's Breed: Australian Shepherd (medium coat)
- Pet's Activity Level: Highly Active
- Pet good with dogs? yes
- Pet good with cats? yes
- Pet good with kids? no
Organization:
- Name: underdog rescue mn
- Address: P.O. Box 16453 , St. Louis Park, MN 55416
- Site: http://www.underdogrescuemn.com
Hi there! My name is Finley, and I’m a 3-year-old Mini Australian Shepherd. I weigh about 55 pounds, but I’m working on shedding a few of those pounds with consistent exercise and a healthy diet.
At home, I’m a total lovebug. I adore attention and love to cuddle and give kisses. But don’t worry, I can also lay down by myself and enjoy some alone time when I need it. As I’m breaking out of my shell, you’ll see more of my fun-loving and playful side. I love running around, shaking toys, and chasing the resident dog a bit in the backyard, though I let her take the lead.
One of my favorite activities is going on walks. I get so excited and even do a cute little dance! Walks are not just great for my weight management but also help me release my energy. I love to stop and sniff everything, and I’m very curious about my surroundings. When I see other dogs or people, I like to pause and observe them. However, I can be a bit anxious and take some time to adjust to new environments. Loud noises and overwhelming commotion startle me, but I warm up quickly to new people, especially if they sit down or get on my level.
My favorite things to do are going for walks and playing with any kind of toy. I’m potty trained and only go outside. I’m also crate trained and like to go in there when I want some alone time. I’m fine in the kennel when you leave, but I don’t like being locked in at bedtime. I sleep in there part of the night with the door open.
I don’t need a fenced yard because I walk nicely on a leash for potty breaks and exercise. I do tend to pull a bit on the leash, but I’m learning to get better at that. I know several commands like Sit, Come, Kennel/Crate, and Shake.
I don’t necessarily need to be in a home with another dog, but I do enjoy their company. I like human company a lot too. I’m pretty sure I lived with a cat before, so I’d likely be fine with one. I do have some prey drive, but would likely be fine with a dog savvy cat.
I am a bit overweight, so I need someone committed to regular exercise and a healthy diet to help me stay fit and healthy. I have a lot of excitement and could benefit from working on some impulse control. An obedience class or even an agility class once I’m at a better weight would be fantastic for me.
I’m looking for a loving home that can give me the attention, exercise, and training I need. If you’re looking for a sweet, energetic, and loyal companion, I’m your guy!
*Please note that some of our dogs are obtained from shelters, surrendered to our care, or released from breeders. Each animal’s bio is based on our experience of the animal within our care, an educated guess based on physical characteristics, temperament and information shared. Each dog receives basic grooming when coming into rescue, but for some dogs they have not received grooming attention until recently and grooming may be required shortly after adoption. This will be at the adopter’s expense, so we encourage you to research the breed and be prepared for grooming expenses. Underdog cannot guarantee hypoallergenic or non-shedding qualities of any dogs in our rescue. Some of the animals come from situations where they are lacking experience in a home and confidence in humans. In turn, they require another companion dog and/or a fenced in yard in their forever home in order for them to feel safe. If you are interested in a particular dog whose bio states those needs and do not currently have them, please understand that your home might not be the right fit. Please use the filter on our Adoptable Dogs page to find the perfect match for your home.
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