Breed: Heeler/Catahoula mix Age: 2 months (as of 2/26/26) Gender: Female Adult Weight Guess: 40-60lbs (this is just a guess, the parents are unknown) Energy Level: High - puppy Adoption Fee: $525 + $50 refundable deposit Am I good with: Cats: Yes, puppies require proper socialization Dogs: Yes (meet and greet required) Children: Yes, puppies require proper socialization About me: Tamara is a bright, energetic puppy with a curious mind and plenty of playful puppy antics. She loves exploring, pouncing on toys, and staying busy, always ready for the next little adventure. With her breed mix, Tamara is likely to grow into a very intelligent, active dog who thrives when she has both physical exercise and mental challenges to keep her engaged. Herding breeds like heelers and catahoulas are known for their drive, problem-solving skills, and strong bonds with their people. Because of this, Tamara will do best in a home with herding breed experience that understands the importance of training, structure, and giving working-minded dogs appropriate outlets for their energy and instincts. Like any young puppy, Tamara is still learning all the basics and will need an adopter ready to continue working on potty training, leash skills, crate training, and everyday puppy manners. With patience, consistency, and positive guidance, Tamara has all the potential to grow into a loyal, active, and incredibly devoted companion for the right home. This dog has been at ARP since: 3/7/26 - The Animal Rescue Project (www.animalrescueproject.org) is committed to the best possible veterinary care for the pets it rescues and it is looking for adopters who will be similarly committed. Adoptions are NOT first come, first served! We seek to choose the best fit for the approved adopter and pet. Please understand that these animals are still new to us and their needs and requirements can change at any time as we learn more about them. We will try our best to get them updated online as soon as possible. All dogs and puppies are given a general check-up when they enter our program. They receive medication to remove any intestinal parasites (worms), fleas, and ticks they may have. Dogs greater than six months of age are checked for heartworm. If heartworm positive, the Animal Rescue Project treats the disease. Dogs and pups receive all age-appropriate vaccinations for distemper, and dogs greater than four months of age are also vaccinated for rabies, in compliance with State of Michigan laws. All dogs are also microchipped. Most dogs and older puppies are spayed or neutered before adoption. In the case of puppies not old enough to be safely sterilized, a $50 deposit is required at the time of adoption and is refunded to the adopter with proof of sterilization. The Animal Rescue Project requires every adopter to establish an active relationship with a veterinarian no later than 10 days after adoption. Adopters will receive a plan for routine veterinary care at the time of adoption and are expected to work with their vet to complete the plan.