Cayden is a 5-year-old, 43 lb Australian Shepherd ready to embrace life. He was born with a narrowly constricted heart valve, which led to a sheltered upbringing. Until recently, exertion meant risking his health, and as a result, he missed out on many typical dog experiences. Fortunately, after a successful surgery to strengthen his heart, Cayden is now eager to explore the world. He is learning about life at a different pace, discovering how to navigate encounters with bikes, strollers, and other dogs. His confidence grows every day as he learns to seek guidance from his person. Cayden enjoys car rides, puzzle toys, and lick mats, not to mention he’s affectionate toward anyone who gets down on his level. Despite missing some key early lessons in dog interaction, Cayden is housebroken and has excellent manners at home. He's looking for a loving home where he can be the only dog, as he still needs to learn how to share. Cayden is being fostered in Minnetrista, MN. His adoption fee is $250 + MN sales tax, which includes neutering, microchipping, and up-to-date vaccinations. With every adoption, we provide essential items like a collar, harness, leash, starter food, and more to help your new friend settle in comfortably. This is the start of something wonderful for Cayden, and he can't wait to find his forever family. What are you waiting for? Apply today!