Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids,
Good with dogs,
Good with cats,
Story
Dot and Dingle were born while in rescue to a foster in Memphis, who rescued Mama and several other dogs from a hoarding situation—dogs were everywhere, running around, uncared for.Mom gave birth, and the other siblings were born without the recessive gene, causing hearing loss/deafness and reduced sight/blindness. These two pups are happy little things and won't know they are any different - they make unique 4-legged friends that will make you wonder every day how they can do what they do.What is a Double Merle:Double Merle pups are born when both of the parents are merle. It doesn't matter what color merle, how much merle the parents have, how little (or how much) white trim, what breed they are, or even that the parents are the same breed. Statistically, 25% of the pups from two merle parents will be Double Merles.The Merle gene causes pets to have multicolored coats and striking blue eyes. Having the Merle gene is great, but it becomes problematic when two dogs with that gene are paired. Birth defects in litters can happen when two dogs with this gene are bred, hence double Merle breeding.Temperament:Double merles are generally relatively healthy dogs capable of living long, otherwise everyday lives despite their deficiencies. They are no more aggressive, unpredictable, or untrainable than hearing and sighted dogs.Superb information here: https://www.lethalwhites.com/doublemerle.htmlThese babies will require additional care and training, and it is a lot of fun to work with them. There is a lot of support information online. Prior experience is optional if you're willing to work with them as needed.Name: Dot and Dingle (do not need to be adopted together)Breed: Australian ShepherdSex: Female Age: 8 weeks as of 7/17Weight: 0.0Spayed/Neutered: Too young - Spay/Neuter Contract will be required and strictly enforced.Vaccinations: Puppy vaccines will be up to date - all vaccinations required after adoption are the adopter's responsibility.Heartworm: Too young (testing is done at 8 months of age)Housetrained: Not usuallyMicrochipped: YesLocation of dog currently: Memphis TN Puppy Adoption Fee: $550.00 (includes a spay/neuter surgery rebate of up to $200.00 to be paid to the adopter when proof of spay/neuter is provided to Paws New England). We can provide a list of low-cost SN clinics to adopters when requested.The adoption fee also includes the transport fee.ATTENTION PUPPY ADOPTERS: You must attend training/behavior classes with your new dog unless you are experienced dog owners and your adoption coordinator is comfortable with your experience. This requirement is for the benefit of you and your puppy, so if you experience behavior issues, you have a point of contact.PLEASE—Think long and hard before adopting a puppy. Consider the lifestyle change this puppy will come with. He cannot be crated for more than 3-4 hours at a time until he's older. Puppy-proofing your home will be necessary. Puppies scratch and nip, so if you have small children, can they handle this? Training will be so important in this puppy's life. Do you have the time?Please consider purchasing this book before adopting. Perfect Puppy in 7 Days - How to Start Your Puppy Off Right, Sophia Yin, DVM - it is an amazing book that we recommend very highly and have had amazing feedback on.https://www.amazon.com/Perfect-Puppy-Days-Start-Right/dp/0964151871IMPORTANT INFORMATION -Paws New England is a foster-based rescue. Our dogs reside in various locations throughout the South and New England. Adoption donations cover pre-adoption vet costs (including vaccinations, spay/neuter when age appropriate, and heartworm testing/treatment when necessary), a microchip, and transportation to New England if necessary.Donations for our young, healthy puppies and dogs support their fellow canines of advanced age or suffering from injuries and abuse whose donations are reduced but whose veterinary costs are typically much higher. We appreciate your understanding that your newly adopted dog will help others in need.IMPORTANT INFORMATIONPaws New England is a foster-based rescue - our dogs reside in various locations throughout the south and New England. Adoption donations cover pre-adoption vet costs (including vaccinations, spay/neuter when age appropriate, and heartworm testing/treatment when necessary), a microchip, and transportation to New England if necessary.Donations for our young, healthy puppies and dogs support their fellow canines of advanced age or suffering from injuries and abuse whose donations are reduced but whose veterinary costs are typically much higher. We appreciate your understanding that your newly adopted dog will help others in need. Paws New England abides by the dog importation regulations set forth in the states of MA, CT, NH and RI.
