The Aussies currently available for adoption through STAR can be seen below.   All Aussies available for adoption have been temperament and health checked, spayed/neutered, heartworm checked (and treated if positive), and are current on their vaccinations and heartworm preventative.  If a suitable dog is found for you to adopt, we do ask for a small adoption fee to help us cover any medical work we've done and to help us continue helping other Aussies in need.  Your additional donations and assistance are greatly needed as well and are very much appreciated!

***If you are interested in adopting an Aussie, the first step is to fill out and return an Adoption Application or you can contact Kristi Muck at Info@staraussierescue.org for an application to be sent to you.  This helps us to better find a match between you and the dogs we have available. We must have a completed application on file before discussing dogs available for adoption.  After a representative has reviewed your application and if approved you will be contacted to set up a home visit with a representative of STAR and to discuss any dogs we have available for you.  STAR does, however, reserve the right to refuse an applicant ***

Also, please keep in mind when inquiring about adopting an Aussie that STAR does not ship dogs to people by themselves sight unseen.  Once approved for adoption and if a good match is found, potential adopters are required to come to where the dogs are located (Houston, TX)  to meet them in person before deciding whether or not to adopt.  This is not only in the best interest of the dogs but for the adopters as well, and we appreciate your consideration and understanding on this matter.
 
  

Milo STAR #252

Did you say you wanted a blue merle Aussie?  Maybe you can’t decide if you want a blue merle or a red merle.  With Milo, there is no decision to be made except for how soon you can get him home!  Milo is a harlequin Aussie!  This rare coloration is hard to find, and there are not many of them to be had.

Milo is a sweetheart in addition to his beautiful coloring.  He is on the smaller size of average for a male.  Milo is crate and house trained and is being conditioned by his current foster home.  Milo has met the neighborhood children and seems to be fine with them; however, Milo will not be considered for a home with young children or grandchildren. 

Milo is thought to be about 2-3 years of age and loves to be by your side.  Milo has an exceptionally heavy and almost wiry coat in places so he will need to be brushed frequently.  It is not a coat that tangles easily, but does need more care than some Aussies.  Milo gets along fabulously with other dogs both male and female and would be an outstanding addition to any pet home.  It is not known how Milo does with cats, but he has the type of personality that could possibly get along with cats who are already used to living with dogs.

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Jack  STAR #253

Jack is a beautiful, lightly colored red merle male. Jack is about 18 mo. old and is surprisingly laid back for a youngster of this age. Jack weighs about 40 lbs. but should gain some weight, so he probably will end up around 45 lbs. when he fully matures. Jack is definately crate trained and schedule trained on his housebreaking. Jack knows a few basic commands as sit. He is good, but not excellent on the leash and walking him is no problem. Jack has a sweet and gentle nature. He is initially a bit hand shy and we question if that has to do with the fact that he does not jump up on people. Jack takes a bit of time to adapt to a new situation, so it will take some time and patience for Jack to acclimate to his new forever home. Jack is also good with cats due to his laid back nature. Jack will make an excellent pet for someone. He is not a ball player or an excitable Aussie as many are. He is simply a loving, sweet boy who will be forever faithful to his people.

 

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**AUSSIES AVAILABLE IN AUSTIN**

Effective January 2008, Austin Aussie Rescue is joining forces with South Texas Aussie Rescue.  Austin Aussie Rescue focuses on finding homes for Australian Shepherd dogs in the Austin and Central Texas area. We post "Referrals" for Aussies and some mixes in need of new homes, but who are able to stay in their current home or with caring rescuers until a home is found. Referral dogs must be spayed or neutered.

Please click HERE for a list of available dogs.

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Referral Dogs





The dogs below are currently available on a referral basis through their original owners,  foster homes or through a shelter, and are not currently a part of our rescue program.  Please Note:  It is up to the potential adopter to evaluate the referral dog they are interested in and determine if this dog is a good match for your family.  STAR assumes no liability as a result of these referral listings.

If you are interested in finding out more about adopting any of these dogs, please contact the person listed for the dog.  If a person's name/email is not listed please contact Kristi Muck at Info@staraussierescue.org for more information to be sent to you.