Holly

Available

3-7 years|Australian Cattle Dog / Blue Heeler, American Staffordshire Terrier|Female|Large|Mckinney, TX

🐾 Friendly🤗 Affectionate🎾 Playful🚽 House Trained🦮 Leash Trained

Holly

Available

3-7 years|Australian Cattle Dog / Blue Heeler, American Staffordshire Terrier|Female|Large|Mckinney, TX

🐾 Friendly🤗 Affectionate🎾 Playful🚽 House Trained🦮 Leash Trained

Holly is a spayed female Australian Cattle Dog and American Staffordshire Terrier mix, approximately 4-5 years old. She is a large dog with a friendly nature, weighing around 57 lbs. Holly is crate-trained and comfortable around other dogs, making her a great addition to families that have a playful pet. She is also microchipped and vaccinated, ensuring her health and safety.

About Holly

Holly is an adult female dog, around 4-5 years old and weighing approximately 57 lbs. Having faced some recent changes, she is now ready for a fresh start with a family who can provide her with the love and security she needs. Found by a kind citizen, her previous owner was located via her microchip but couldn't take her back due to personal circumstances. Though initially shy when meeting new people, Holly will flourish with a little patience and time. She enjoys the company of other dogs and would thrive in a home with a friendly canine companion who loves to play. Holly is crate-trained, spayed, microchipped, and up-to-date on vaccinations. She's also heartworm negative and has received a Proheart12 injection for heartworm prevention. If you think you might be the right fit for Holly, please complete an online application. Every animal deserves a happy ending. This one starts with you.

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Rescues & Shelters

Legacy Humane Society (469) 609-7387

Location Address: PO Box 2733 Mckinney, TX 75070 Get directions

Questions about Holly

What type of living environment is this breed usually best suited for?
Holly, being a mix of Australian Cattle Dog and American Staffordshire Terrier, typically thrives in a loving home with space for play and companionship.
How much outdoor space does this breed typically need?
Holly would benefit from a home with a secure yard where she can play and explore, along with regular walks to keep her active.
Is this breed typically suitable for homes with children?
Holly can do well in homes with gentle children, provided interactions are supervised as she is still learning to build her confidence.
Is this breed usually better for first-time or experienced owners?
Holly may be more suited for experienced owners who understand shy dogs, as she will need time to adjust and gain trust.
Does this breed typically get along with dogs?
Yes, Holly gets along well with other dogs and would love a playful canine friend in her new home.
Does this breed typically get along with cats?
Holly's behavior around cats isn't specified, so it's best to introduce her gradually if there are cats in the home.
Does this breed typically get along with small animals?
Her compatibility with small animals is unknown; successful introductions will be key.
How does this breed typically behave with strangers?
Holly is initially shy around strangers and will appreciate a calm introduction to help her feel safe.
How long can this breed typically be left alone?
Holly is crate-trained, so she could be left alone in a secure area for a few hours, but she will thrive with companionship.
What level of training does this breed usually require?
Holly will benefit from positive reinforcement training to help build her confidence and reinforce good behaviors.
What size range does this breed generally fall into?
As a large breed, Holly fits well into the larger size category, weighing around 57 lbs.
What is the typical lifespan of this breed?
Typically, dogs in Holly's breed category can live between 10 to 15 years with proper care.
How much does this breed typically shed?
Holly's specific shedding level isn't detailed, but generally, both breeds may have moderate shedding.