A Brilliant Athlete with a Purposeful Heart—Meet Frankie
Here's What You Need To Know:
- Pending Adoption? no
- Pet's Location: seattle WA, 98125
- Pet's Age: 1 Year 9 Months
- Pet's Size: medium
- Pet's Gender: female
- Pet's Color: brown/chocolate with white
- Pet's Breed: Terrier / Mixed
- Pet good with dogs? yes
- Pet good with cats? no
- Pet good with kids? yes
Organization:
- Name: dog gone seattle rescue
- Address: Seattle, WA 98125
- Site: http://www.doggoneseattle.org
Frankie isn’t just smart—she’s wired for greatness.
At 18 months old and 35 pounds, this Border Collie, Australian Cattle Dog, Australian Shepherd, and Terrier mix is the definition of a driven, athletic companion. If there’s a ball to chase or a trail to explore, Frankie is already two steps ahead—focused, eager, and ready to go.
Why Frankie Feels So Special
🐾 18-month-old herding mix with incredible intelligence
🎾 Lives for fetch and toy-driven play
🏃 Built for hikes, runs, and active adventures
🧠 Thrives on structure, training, and mental challenges
🚗 Great in the car and ready for outings
🏡 House-trained and crate-trained
Frankie is the kind of dog who doesn’t just join your life—she elevates it.
Her Personality
Frankie is attentive, focused, and deeply tuned into her environment. She’s affectionate in her own way, forming strong, meaningful bonds—but she values connection built through activity and trust rather than constant cuddling.
🐾 Highly intelligent and task-oriented
🎾 Extremely toy-motivated and playful
🧠 Loves having a job and learning new skills
💛 Bonds deeply, but prefers balanced affection
She’s happiest when she has something to do—whether that’s a game of fetch, a training session, or an outdoor adventure.
The Herding Sweet Spot
Frankie represents the very best of herding breeds—loyal, capable, and endlessly driven. She has spent months in a structured training environment, giving her a strong foundation and the tools to succeed in the right home.
What She Is Looking For
✔️ An active, adult home with herding breed experience
✔️ Someone who enjoys training and structured engagement
✔️ A lifestyle that includes regular physical and mental exercise
✔️ A relationship built on trust, activity, and partnership
✔️ Consistent leadership and continued enrichment
Her Skills & Readiness
Frankie comes prepared for real life—she’s house-trained, crate-trained, and rides well in the car. She can adapt to apartment living if her exercise and mental needs are fully met.
Heart of Frankie
Frankie isn’t looking for just any home—she’s looking for her person.
Someone who understands the beauty of a working mind, the joy of a shared challenge, and the bond that forms when a dog and human truly work as a team.
If you’re ready for a loyal, athletic partner who will meet you stride for stride—and maybe even push you to be your best—Frankie is ready to run right beside you.
