Gibbs

Available

6 months- 2 years|Collie, Shepherd|Male|Medium|Manchester, NH

🐾 Friendly🤗 Affectionate🧠 Smart💪 Independent

Gibbs

Available

6 months- 2 years|Collie, Shepherd|Male|Medium|Manchester, NH

🐾 Friendly🤗 Affectionate🧠 Smart💪 Independent

Gibbs is a male collie/shepherd mix with a medium build and a striking tricolor (brown, black, and white) medium-length coat. While he isn't house trained yet, his vaccinations are up to date. Gibbs is currently in Manchester, NH and looking for his forever family.

About Gibbs

Gibbs bursts with energy and has a vibrant, outgoing spirit that’s impossible to miss. Alongside his two brothers and their mom, he narrowly escaped a difficult fate at a local shelter. Now, Gibbs is eager for a forever home where his lively personality can shine. He landed at the rescue with plenty of charm, and you can expect a lot of personality from this tricolor pup. Gibbs is currently located in Arkansas but waiting for the right adopter in Manchester, NH. He's not house trained yet, so patience and guidance will help him settle into a new routine. With his collie and shepherd mix, he brings intelligence and an eager-to-learn attitude. If you’re searching for a dog that’s smart and has as much heart as determination, Gibbs could be the one. Ready to meet your new best friend? Apply now!

Questions about Gibbs

What type of living environment is this breed usually best suited for?
Gibbs, as a collie/shepherd mix, typically thrives in a home with space to move and an active household. He'll do well where he gets both attention and opportunities to exercise.
How much outdoor space does this breed typically need?
Dogs like Gibbs usually benefit from a yard or regular access to spacious parks. His collie and shepherd traits mean he appreciates room to play and explore.
Is this breed typically suitable for homes with children?
Collie/shepherd mixes like Gibbs are generally good with kids, offering loyalty and affection if properly socialized from a young age.
Is this breed usually better for first-time or experienced owners?
Gibbs's intelligence and energy make him best suited for adopters prepared to give him consistent guidance—either dedicated first-timers or experienced dog owners.
Does this breed typically get along with dogs?
Most collie/shepherd mixes, like Gibbs, get along well with other dogs, especially if socialized early.
Does this breed typically get along with cats?
Gibbs's breed mix can adapt to cats if introduced carefully, though a shepherd's prey drive may sometimes show.
Does this breed typically get along with small animals?
Collie and shepherd mixes, including Gibbs, may have herding instincts that make them less ideal around small pets without supervision.
How does this breed typically behave with strangers?
Gibbs’s mix tends to be alert and cautious around new people but warms up as he gains trust.
How long can this breed typically be left alone?
Gibbs, like many collie/shepherd types, does best with regular interaction and shouldn't be left alone for long stretches.
What level of training does this breed usually require?
He'll benefit from structured training to channel his intelligence and energy, as is common for collie/shepherd mixes.
What size range does this breed generally fall into?
Gibbs, as a collie/shepherd mix, generally falls into the medium size range.
What is the typical lifespan of this breed?
On average, dogs like Gibbs live between 12 and 15 years with good care.
How much does this breed typically shed?
Expect moderate shedding from Gibbs, given his medium-length, tricolor coat.