Carrie

Available

11 months old|Australian Shepherd, Terrier|Female|Medium|Lima, OH

🐾 Friendly🎾 Playful🙈 Shy🐕 Dog Friendly🐈 Cat Friendly

Carrie

Available

11 months old|Australian Shepherd, Terrier|Female|Medium|Lima, OH

🐾 Friendly🎾 Playful🙈 Shy🐕 Dog Friendly🐈 Cat Friendly

Carrie is a 10-month-old female Australian Shepherd/Terrier mix living in Lima, OH. She has a short black and white coat and is medium sized. She has not yet mastered house training. Carrie is already spayed and her vaccinations are up to date.

About Carrie

Carrie is a striking shepherd and pittie mix with a short, black and white coat. At 10 months old, she’s still finding her place in the world. The last of her littermates waiting for a family, Carrie tends to be a bit timid around new people and situations. She needs patience and a gentle approach as she warms up, but once you’ve made her list of ‘safe people,’ she’s a sweetheart. Carrie does well with adults but feels overwhelmed by small children, so an adult-only or older kid home is best. She enjoys the company of dogs around her size and fits in smoothly with other canines. Cats aren’t a concern—she’s perfectly civil with feline friends. Carrie’s adapting to home life, but she still needs to learn the rules, so expect some training as she’s not house trained yet. Vaccinations are current, and she’s already spayed. If you think you can offer Carrie a little time and a lot of kindness in Lima, OH, she might just be the one you’ve been waiting for. Ready to meet your new best friend? Apply now!

Questions about Carrie

What type of living environment is this breed usually best suited for?
Carrie, as an Australian Shepherd/Terrier mix, thrives in homes where she has space to play and explore. She does best with active owners who can provide structure and safety.
How much outdoor space does this breed typically need?
Carrie's breed combination benefits from regular activity, so a yard to run in or daily walks would be ideal. She'll be happiest with consistent outdoor time but doesn't require a huge property.
Is this breed typically suitable for homes with children?
While many Australian Shepherd/Terrier mixes are good with children, Carrie herself is currently fearful of small kids. She'd be more comfortable in a home with adults or older children.
Is this breed usually better for first-time or experienced owners?
With her shy nature, Carrie may do best with someone who has experience building confidence in dogs, but dedicated first-time adopters who are patient can also be a good match.
Does this breed typically get along with dogs?
Yes, Carrie enjoys the company of other dogs, especially those similar in size, and would be happy in a home with a resident dog.
Does this breed typically get along with cats?
Carrie does well with cats and coexists peacefully, which suits homes that include feline family members.
Does this breed typically get along with small animals?
Australian Shepherd/Terrier mixes like Carrie can sometimes have a prey drive, but she’s shown herself to be agreeable with cats, suggesting she can learn to respect smaller animals.
How does this breed typically behave with strangers?
Carrie is timid at first and takes her time warming up to strangers. This is fairly common in her breed mix and improves with patient socialization.
How long can this breed typically be left alone?
Carrie’s age and breed mix indicate she’ll need regular companionship, so long hours alone wouldn’t suit her. A family with a flexible schedule would work best.
What level of training does this breed usually require?
Carrie is still learning household basics and will need steady but gentle guidance, which fits with her herding and terrier instincts to have mental and physical stimulation.
What size range does this breed generally fall into?
Carrie is a medium-sized dog, like most shepherd and terrier mixes.
What is the typical lifespan of this breed?
Australian Shepherd/Terrier mixes like Carrie often live between 12 and 15 years with good care.
How much does this breed typically shed?
Carrie's short coat will shed moderately, so expect some regular brushing to help manage it.