Meet Tex! A lively two-and-a-half-year-old Australian Cattle Dog mix currently in Wayne, NJ, whose red speckled coat mirrors his energetic and attentive spirit. He is a medium sized boy around 35 pounds who thrives on connection and loves being right by your side, happily keeping you company throughout the day. Tex is wonderfully trained and responsive, knowing commands like sit, stay, leave it, and place, and he enjoys learning through positive reinforcement and structure. He is house-trained, crate-trained, and settles nicely when left alone, watching the world from the window until his people return. Daily walks, games of fetch, and joyful runs where he can stretch his legs are some of his favorite ways to spend time! Tex is affectionate and loyal, forming strong bonds with his caregivers and showing his love by staying close and patiently waiting for shared moments. He is friendly with other dogs and brings a playful, social energy to every interaction! Like many in his breed, Tex has a strong herding instinct, particularly around fast-moving children. In situations where he became overstimulated, Tex has bitten, and one incident resulted in a bite that required medical attention. Tex would do best in an adult-only home or a home with older teens who understand herding breeds, and with someone committed to ongoing, structured training with a professional. He has shown real capacity for growth with consistency and positive reinforcement, and the right experienced home can help him thrive. Tex would do well in a new loving home with adults or older teens who enjoy an active lifestyle and can provide regular exercise, engagement, and ongoing learning opportunities. He needs a caring environment where his energy and intelligence are appreciated and where he can continue building confidence in a calm and supportive setting. Fully vaccinated, neutered, and microchipped, Tex is ready to begin his next chapter with a family who will embrace both his playful charm and his need for guidance. If you are looking for a devoted companion who will walk beside you, learn with you, and share in life’s daily adventures, Tex is waiting to meet you! Could Tex be the one to join your journey? If you're interested in providing Tex with a loving home, please email adopt@joyfulpets.com for more information on adopting him! Please note that Tex will remain with his current family until a suitable new home is found for him. Also, Tex is open to a long-distance adoption, love knows no distance when finding your perfect companion! Content Notice: This pet is represented by Joyful Pets. All photos, descriptions, and behavioral summaries are proprietary and may not be republished, altered, or used by third-party platforms. Any unapproved aggregation or rewriting of this listing is strictly prohibited.