Available Dogs
Pixel
Port Angeles, WA
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Pixel is a super smart, sweet, friendly, pint-sized pooch. She likely has some Pomeranian mixed with something larger (maybe a Pomski?).
This girl is fast and flashy so if you’re looking for an agility, flyball or disc dog partner or if you just prefer jogging with a buddy, she’d be awesome! Pixel is just the right size to snuggle in your lap (about 28#), and she has a fun personality so would happily entertain you with her antics. She would excel in training classes, whether for obedience, rally or trick dog, she aims to please. She is motivated by food, praise, and toys. Maybe she could be a search dog prospect.
We think she’d enjoy an active home with another dog to play with. She likes to run and play with other dogs and has lived with cats, but she has been known to chase if they run. She would be great with older kids but may be too much for small children.
We think Pixel is about 3 years old, is vaccinated, spayed, and microchipped. Pixel is house trained, crate trained, rides well in the car, can be left home for a few hours with no problem.
This girl has been let down in life, but she hasn’t let that dampen her spirit. She still has hope that her forever person is out there. We are going to help her make that connection. She deserves the best life possible. Pixel is located in Port Angeles, WA.
If you are interested in adopting Pixel, please fill out the application on our website at: https://www.westernaustralianshepherdrescue.com/adoption-application.html.
We only schedule meet n greets after a completed application which includes a home visit and reference checks.
This girl is fast and flashy so if you’re looking for an agility, flyball or disc dog partner or if you just prefer jogging with a buddy, she’d be awesome! Pixel is just the right size to snuggle in your lap (about 28#), and she has a fun personality so would happily entertain you with her antics. She would excel in training classes, whether for obedience, rally or trick dog, she aims to please. She is motivated by food, praise, and toys. Maybe she could be a search dog prospect.
We think she’d enjoy an active home with another dog to play with. She likes to run and play with other dogs and has lived with cats, but she has been known to chase if they run. She would be great with older kids but may be too much for small children.
We think Pixel is about 3 years old, is vaccinated, spayed, and microchipped. Pixel is house trained, crate trained, rides well in the car, can be left home for a few hours with no problem.
This girl has been let down in life, but she hasn’t let that dampen her spirit. She still has hope that her forever person is out there. We are going to help her make that connection. She deserves the best life possible. Pixel is located in Port Angeles, WA.
If you are interested in adopting Pixel, please fill out the application on our website at: https://www.westernaustralianshepherdrescue.com/adoption-application.html.
We only schedule meet n greets after a completed application which includes a home visit and reference checks.
Pixie
Denver, CO
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Meet Pixie: the Mini Heeler With a Big Heart!
Pixie is a 20-pound pocket-sized heeler who was saved from a Houston shelter and is now ready for her forever family. At about 1 year old, she’s the perfect blend of puppy-fun and snuggly sweetness.
With her adorable fox-like tail, expressive little face, and happy-go-lucky personality, Pixie charms everyone she meets. She LOVES people, adores other dogs, and easily makes friends everywhere she goes.
Pixie’s favorite activities include:
• Cuddling up as close as she can get
• Playing with toys (especially anything squeaky!)
• Zooming joyfully around the backyard with her doggie friends
• Following her humans around just to be part of the fun
She’s gentle, social, affectionate, and such an easy dog to love. Pixie would thrive in a home with another friendly pup, but she’d also be perfectly happy soaking up all the attention as an only dog.
If you’re looking for a sweet, spirited, fun-sized companion who will brighten your days with love and laughter, Pixie is your girl.
Pixie is spayed, vaccinated, microchipped. She is in the Denver, CO area.
If you are interested in adopting Pixie, please fill out the application on our website at: https://www.westernaustralianshepherdrescue.com/adoption-application.html.
We only schedule meet n greets after a completed application which includes a home visit and reference checks.
Pixie is a 20-pound pocket-sized heeler who was saved from a Houston shelter and is now ready for her forever family. At about 1 year old, she’s the perfect blend of puppy-fun and snuggly sweetness.
With her adorable fox-like tail, expressive little face, and happy-go-lucky personality, Pixie charms everyone she meets. She LOVES people, adores other dogs, and easily makes friends everywhere she goes.
Pixie’s favorite activities include:
• Cuddling up as close as she can get
• Playing with toys (especially anything squeaky!)
• Zooming joyfully around the backyard with her doggie friends
• Following her humans around just to be part of the fun
She’s gentle, social, affectionate, and such an easy dog to love. Pixie would thrive in a home with another friendly pup, but she’d also be perfectly happy soaking up all the attention as an only dog.
If you’re looking for a sweet, spirited, fun-sized companion who will brighten your days with love and laughter, Pixie is your girl.
Pixie is spayed, vaccinated, microchipped. She is in the Denver, CO area.
If you are interested in adopting Pixie, please fill out the application on our website at: https://www.westernaustralianshepherdrescue.com/adoption-application.html.
We only schedule meet n greets after a completed application which includes a home visit and reference checks.
Frosty AKA SmooshFace
Adoption Pending!
Portland, OR
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Imagine if you will, your perfect doggy companion. Will they be relatively quiet but still alert you to stranger danger? How about friendliness? Will they be so friendly but well-mannered everyone who meets them is astonished? Kid-friendly? Will small people be one of their favorite things ever? Dog-friendly? Is playing chase with other dogs of any size also one of their favorite things ever? Entertaining? Are they so hilariously funny that you can’t help but smile at their antics? Smooshy cuddliness a criteria? Then boy, do we have the dog for you!
Meet Frosty, AKA Smooshface. Okay, maybe you were hoping for a smaller companion. One that fits in a backpack or some such nonsense. Consider the positives of a larger dog – you don’t have to bend over to pet them, put on their leash/harness, groom, and so many other good things. If you need a steadying support, you can teach them to help you. It’s real cuddling, like a blanket because they are big and fluffy. We could go on but you get the picture. A big dog like Frosty doesn’t mean he needs a big place. His exercise requirements are not the same as a small dog; his breed is meant to lay around and guard their flock. A few walks a day and a playdate or SniffSpot visit now and then are enough for him.
Frosty is about 3-4 years old. He came to us from Oklahoma where he was found wandering emaciated and with road rash. He only weighed 65 pounds when he was rescued, a dog who should weigh at least 100 pounds. Even with all the trouble in his life Frosty is one of the best dogs you will ever meet.
As soon as he meets someone he sits so you can scritch his face and ears and wherever you can reach. If there are multiple someones he will go from person to person to get his scritches, always sitting politely at their feet and gazing at them with his beautiful brown eyes. Once everyone has participated in the lovefest, Frosty goes about his business, but comes back for check-ins regularly.
Frosty loves young people. We haven’t had him around little ones under 8-years old, and because of his size he could knock one over. But there isn’t a mean bone in his body and if you have experience with large dogs and tiny toddlers it shouldn’t be a problem to teach him to be careful.
Frosty lives with an over-active young Aussie boi and they get along very well. They play and chase and are good companions to each other. The foster home also has an older Golden who visits semi-weekly and all three dogs do great together. At playdates, Frosty takes his time getting to know the other dogs but soon the chase is on and the fun begins. He was very respectful of a senior female Pyr he met when she warned him she was having none of his shenigans. But he still tried to charm her into interacting with him.
We don't know how Frosty would be with cats but he did ignore the ducks at one of his playdates and he doesn’t seem interested in the squirrels in his foster home’s backyard. The Great Pyrenees breed is typically safe around small animals because they were bred to guard. We anticipate Frosty would do okay with dog-savvy cats with proper introductions.
Frosty loves people. He is one of the most people-friendly dogs we’ve ever had. He’s calm, quiet, good recall, obedient, and a comedian too. He doesn’t know any tricks, loves treats, and is gentle and kind. He loves squeaky toys and his comfy bed to smoosh into.
Now you’re saying, okay, what does he need work on? No dog is that perfect! Frosty, because he’s had no training, is quite exuberant when you put his leash on him to take him out for a walk. You have to be prepared for the initial, YAY-WALKIES, burst of energy. This behavior just needs some management and training. Also, because he has no training, he does not know any of the “normal” commands we tend to expect so you will need to teach him what you want him to do.
Frosty is neutered, up to date on vaccines, has been wormed, and on HW preventative. At his last vet visit in October, he weighed 87 pounds. He is slowly putting on weight with his improved and consistent diet. Frosty is ready for his forever home. If he sounds like the companion for you please fill out our application and a volunteer will contact you to talk.
If you are interested in adopting Frosty, please fill out the application on our website at: https://www.westernaustralianshepherdrescue.com/adoption-application.html.
We only schedule meet n greets after a completed application which includes a home visit and reference checks.
Meet Frosty, AKA Smooshface. Okay, maybe you were hoping for a smaller companion. One that fits in a backpack or some such nonsense. Consider the positives of a larger dog – you don’t have to bend over to pet them, put on their leash/harness, groom, and so many other good things. If you need a steadying support, you can teach them to help you. It’s real cuddling, like a blanket because they are big and fluffy. We could go on but you get the picture. A big dog like Frosty doesn’t mean he needs a big place. His exercise requirements are not the same as a small dog; his breed is meant to lay around and guard their flock. A few walks a day and a playdate or SniffSpot visit now and then are enough for him.
Frosty is about 3-4 years old. He came to us from Oklahoma where he was found wandering emaciated and with road rash. He only weighed 65 pounds when he was rescued, a dog who should weigh at least 100 pounds. Even with all the trouble in his life Frosty is one of the best dogs you will ever meet.
As soon as he meets someone he sits so you can scritch his face and ears and wherever you can reach. If there are multiple someones he will go from person to person to get his scritches, always sitting politely at their feet and gazing at them with his beautiful brown eyes. Once everyone has participated in the lovefest, Frosty goes about his business, but comes back for check-ins regularly.
Frosty loves young people. We haven’t had him around little ones under 8-years old, and because of his size he could knock one over. But there isn’t a mean bone in his body and if you have experience with large dogs and tiny toddlers it shouldn’t be a problem to teach him to be careful.
Frosty lives with an over-active young Aussie boi and they get along very well. They play and chase and are good companions to each other. The foster home also has an older Golden who visits semi-weekly and all three dogs do great together. At playdates, Frosty takes his time getting to know the other dogs but soon the chase is on and the fun begins. He was very respectful of a senior female Pyr he met when she warned him she was having none of his shenigans. But he still tried to charm her into interacting with him.
We don't know how Frosty would be with cats but he did ignore the ducks at one of his playdates and he doesn’t seem interested in the squirrels in his foster home’s backyard. The Great Pyrenees breed is typically safe around small animals because they were bred to guard. We anticipate Frosty would do okay with dog-savvy cats with proper introductions.
Frosty loves people. He is one of the most people-friendly dogs we’ve ever had. He’s calm, quiet, good recall, obedient, and a comedian too. He doesn’t know any tricks, loves treats, and is gentle and kind. He loves squeaky toys and his comfy bed to smoosh into.
Now you’re saying, okay, what does he need work on? No dog is that perfect! Frosty, because he’s had no training, is quite exuberant when you put his leash on him to take him out for a walk. You have to be prepared for the initial, YAY-WALKIES, burst of energy. This behavior just needs some management and training. Also, because he has no training, he does not know any of the “normal” commands we tend to expect so you will need to teach him what you want him to do.
Frosty is neutered, up to date on vaccines, has been wormed, and on HW preventative. At his last vet visit in October, he weighed 87 pounds. He is slowly putting on weight with his improved and consistent diet. Frosty is ready for his forever home. If he sounds like the companion for you please fill out our application and a volunteer will contact you to talk.
If you are interested in adopting Frosty, please fill out the application on our website at: https://www.westernaustralianshepherdrescue.com/adoption-application.html.
We only schedule meet n greets after a completed application which includes a home visit and reference checks.
Harvey
Adopted!
Grace the Anatolian
Western Washington State
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Grace has definitely had an AMAZING transformation. Anatolian Shepherds are known for their caretaking ability and Grace is no exception. She had obviously escaped a life of extreme neglect and was intuitive enough to approach an Animal Resource officer for help after finding herself alone, starving, and feeling defeated. She was just a skeleton when that sweet resource officer collected her up and brought her to safety. Grace was exhausted, having apparently been used for breeding, she had not been provided the care or nutrition she needed for herself, let alone to raise babies.
It has taken some time for Grace to adjust to life in the bustling suburb of Seattle after escaping her death sentence in a rural Oklahoma shelter, but she has blossomed in the care of her foster family. She has learned to enjoy chew treats, play time with her canine foster siblings, participation in outings and adventures, and expanding her friend group to include people of all ages.
Grace has a gentle spirit and an old soul. Now that she’s a fit 71#, she has gained some spunk, and her goofy antics will entertain her forever family. She is very much a velcro dog, never wandering far from her people, so getting good pictures has been a bit challenging.
Grace still has some hesitation when it comes to staircases and chaotic city activity, but she is getting braver with each new experience. She has discovered she loves car rides, beach excursions, and family/pack walks on forest trails. She loves dogs of all sizes and is very tolerant of puppy shenanigans.
We think Grace is between 4-6 years old, house trained, crate trained, quiet, and well mannered. She would love a quiet home with a family who enjoys being outside, but also spends evenings cuddled up on the couch. She is used to being left home for a few hours in her crate if need be.
If you’re thinking you might be the right match for Grace, please fill out our application. She’s currently in the Seattle area but we do have volunteers who are willing to drive Grace to her forever home anywhere within the PNW region.
If you are interested in adopting Grace, please fill out the application on our website at: https://www.westernaustralianshepherdrescue.com/adoption-application.html.
We only schedule meet n greets after a completed application which includes a home visit and reference checks.
It has taken some time for Grace to adjust to life in the bustling suburb of Seattle after escaping her death sentence in a rural Oklahoma shelter, but she has blossomed in the care of her foster family. She has learned to enjoy chew treats, play time with her canine foster siblings, participation in outings and adventures, and expanding her friend group to include people of all ages.
Grace has a gentle spirit and an old soul. Now that she’s a fit 71#, she has gained some spunk, and her goofy antics will entertain her forever family. She is very much a velcro dog, never wandering far from her people, so getting good pictures has been a bit challenging.
Grace still has some hesitation when it comes to staircases and chaotic city activity, but she is getting braver with each new experience. She has discovered she loves car rides, beach excursions, and family/pack walks on forest trails. She loves dogs of all sizes and is very tolerant of puppy shenanigans.
We think Grace is between 4-6 years old, house trained, crate trained, quiet, and well mannered. She would love a quiet home with a family who enjoys being outside, but also spends evenings cuddled up on the couch. She is used to being left home for a few hours in her crate if need be.
If you’re thinking you might be the right match for Grace, please fill out our application. She’s currently in the Seattle area but we do have volunteers who are willing to drive Grace to her forever home anywhere within the PNW region.
If you are interested in adopting Grace, please fill out the application on our website at: https://www.westernaustralianshepherdrescue.com/adoption-application.html.
We only schedule meet n greets after a completed application which includes a home visit and reference checks.
Wesley
Port Angeles, WA
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This Diamond in the Rough is Wesley, a 2ish-year old Great Pyrenees. Wesley has been suffering from a treatable skin infection while living on the streets of Oklahoma. With medication he is making a full recovery and has become the beautiful, white boi he is meant to be. Wesley weighs about 80 pounds and could stand to gain a few more, which is easily taken care of with consistent, quality food and some love!
Wesley is neutered, vaccinated, and on HW preventative. He is house-trained and gentle with all sizes of dogs. He loves people and like most Pyrs is very easy going.
If you are interested in adopting or fostering Wesley, please fill out the application on our website at: https://www.westernaustralianshepherdrescue.com/adoption-application.html.
We only schedule meet n greets after a completed application which includes a home visit and reference checks.
*Wesley is currently in Oklahoma and will make his way to the Pacific NW in early 2026. Besides his adoption fee, there will be an additional $200 transport fee to bring him up north.
Wesley is neutered, vaccinated, and on HW preventative. He is house-trained and gentle with all sizes of dogs. He loves people and like most Pyrs is very easy going.
If you are interested in adopting or fostering Wesley, please fill out the application on our website at: https://www.westernaustralianshepherdrescue.com/adoption-application.html.
We only schedule meet n greets after a completed application which includes a home visit and reference checks.
*Wesley is currently in Oklahoma and will make his way to the Pacific NW in early 2026. Besides his adoption fee, there will be an additional $200 transport fee to bring him up north.
Sully
Adopted!
La Pine, OR
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Yes, he’s named like the Monsters character, and he’s big and blue, fluffy and cuddly, but he’s not just an imaginary guy! You can take him home and snuggle him in real life! He would love if you’d take him for rides to the coffee stand or tractor supply, play games of fetch in the yard, take field trips to the beach or hikes in the forest, but he has a great off switch and will happily curl up on the couch for a lazy evening in.
Sully truly is a "plug and play" dog. He has excellent house manners, did great at the groomers, and walks well on leash. He is a happy dog and his stubby tail wiggles all the time. He does great meeting new dogs and people, but does jump up when he's excited. He is very smart and listens well. Even though he grew up on a rural property, he hasn't shown any anxiety and has adapted surprisingly well to living in a neighborhood, especially one under construction. He is curious, funny, craves attention, loves to play and is eager to please. He does chew up stuffed toys, much to his foster dog sibling’s disgust.
At 7 years old and 65#, he is the perfect gentleman and just the right temperament for someone who loves herding breeds but doesn’t have the ability to entertain a youngster. He has lived with cats and livestock, but he would prefer if any dog siblings were easy going He doesn’t love when other dogs torment him and get right up in his face. He would be happiest in a home where his family is active but not chaotic, where any kids are older so that he doesn’t have to worry about accidentally knocking them over. Whoever his new people are, they will want to plan on buying new stuffy toys regularly. Maybe they’d want to take him to obedience classes or agility. He would be an adult excellent sidekick to a single person who would take him to their rural worksites or on road trips. He’s outgoing with people but can be overwhelmed in noisy, hectic environments.
If you are interested in adopting Sully, please fill out the application on our website at: https://www.westernaustralianshepherdrescue.com/adoption-application.html.
We only schedule meet n greets after a completed application which includes a home visit and reference checks.
Sully truly is a "plug and play" dog. He has excellent house manners, did great at the groomers, and walks well on leash. He is a happy dog and his stubby tail wiggles all the time. He does great meeting new dogs and people, but does jump up when he's excited. He is very smart and listens well. Even though he grew up on a rural property, he hasn't shown any anxiety and has adapted surprisingly well to living in a neighborhood, especially one under construction. He is curious, funny, craves attention, loves to play and is eager to please. He does chew up stuffed toys, much to his foster dog sibling’s disgust.
At 7 years old and 65#, he is the perfect gentleman and just the right temperament for someone who loves herding breeds but doesn’t have the ability to entertain a youngster. He has lived with cats and livestock, but he would prefer if any dog siblings were easy going He doesn’t love when other dogs torment him and get right up in his face. He would be happiest in a home where his family is active but not chaotic, where any kids are older so that he doesn’t have to worry about accidentally knocking them over. Whoever his new people are, they will want to plan on buying new stuffy toys regularly. Maybe they’d want to take him to obedience classes or agility. He would be an adult excellent sidekick to a single person who would take him to their rural worksites or on road trips. He’s outgoing with people but can be overwhelmed in noisy, hectic environments.
If you are interested in adopting Sully, please fill out the application on our website at: https://www.westernaustralianshepherdrescue.com/adoption-application.html.
We only schedule meet n greets after a completed application which includes a home visit and reference checks.
Luke
Vancouver, WA
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This super-sized cattle dog is Luke. He is big and bold and has a cattle dog temperament—loving to his best friends, warry of others. This fellow looks
imposing (and is) but he is a giant marshmallow underneath. He likes belly rubs, butt scratches, and chase games. When he is outside, Luke is quick to play-bow to invite you to join him in a game. Since he is a cattle dog, he will choose the game.
Luke has excellent house manners and knows basic commands. He automatically offers a sit and a paw shake at mealtime. He is about 5 years old, neutered, fully vaccinated and on flea/tick/heartworm preventative.
When you pick up his collar, harness and leash, Luke lets you know he is excited and happy to go with you. He loves car rides and walks. His leash manners are a bit rough, and his foster home is working on that. Luke has a couple of basic obedience courses under his belt and likes to train and learn new things.
He loves his people and likes to sit next to you on the couch in the evening (or on your lap if you allow), likes to sit on the floor next to your feet (or on them) as you work on your laptop. His favorite thing is to follow you everywhere, and we do mean everywhere.
Luke does not always like to meet new people but warms up quickly with a few treats and some patience. He gets along well with the female dog in his foster home. He tolerates the unneutered male dog in his foster home as well. We do not know how he would tolerate cats.
The best home for Luke will have a fenced yard—but it does not have to be a big one. An all-adult home is best for him; he shows a preference for women. With continuing positive reinforcement training, Luke will learn that new people are good to meet. But he is always going to be a bit guardy—alerting you to surprise visitors and delivery vans. He will always be your best friend and your loyal champion.
Adoption preference will be given to families and individuals with experience with cattle dogs and heelers. Luke is located in Vancouver, WA.
If you are interested in adopting Luke, please fill out the application on our website at: https://www.westernaustralianshepherdrescue.com/adoption-application.html.
We only schedule meet n greets after a completed application which includes a home visit and reference checks.
imposing (and is) but he is a giant marshmallow underneath. He likes belly rubs, butt scratches, and chase games. When he is outside, Luke is quick to play-bow to invite you to join him in a game. Since he is a cattle dog, he will choose the game.
Luke has excellent house manners and knows basic commands. He automatically offers a sit and a paw shake at mealtime. He is about 5 years old, neutered, fully vaccinated and on flea/tick/heartworm preventative.
When you pick up his collar, harness and leash, Luke lets you know he is excited and happy to go with you. He loves car rides and walks. His leash manners are a bit rough, and his foster home is working on that. Luke has a couple of basic obedience courses under his belt and likes to train and learn new things.
He loves his people and likes to sit next to you on the couch in the evening (or on your lap if you allow), likes to sit on the floor next to your feet (or on them) as you work on your laptop. His favorite thing is to follow you everywhere, and we do mean everywhere.
Luke does not always like to meet new people but warms up quickly with a few treats and some patience. He gets along well with the female dog in his foster home. He tolerates the unneutered male dog in his foster home as well. We do not know how he would tolerate cats.
The best home for Luke will have a fenced yard—but it does not have to be a big one. An all-adult home is best for him; he shows a preference for women. With continuing positive reinforcement training, Luke will learn that new people are good to meet. But he is always going to be a bit guardy—alerting you to surprise visitors and delivery vans. He will always be your best friend and your loyal champion.
Adoption preference will be given to families and individuals with experience with cattle dogs and heelers. Luke is located in Vancouver, WA.
If you are interested in adopting Luke, please fill out the application on our website at: https://www.westernaustralianshepherdrescue.com/adoption-application.html.
We only schedule meet n greets after a completed application which includes a home visit and reference checks.
Courtesy Listings
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These are courtesy listings for our rescue partners, local shelters, and re-homing situations.
Western Australian Shepherd Rescue has no direct knowledge about any of the dogs in this listing. Please do not contact WASR about these dogs. Please contact the person/shelter listed in the announcement to learn more about the dog. |