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Speckles

APA-A-190436

Looks Like
Terrier, Pit Bull / Cattle Dog, Australian (Blue Heeler)

Sex
Male

Current Weight
46 lbs

Estimated Age
3 Years
1 Months

Location
TLAC
Building 3

Adoption Fee
$189
Looks Like
Terrier, Pit Bull / Cattle Dog, Australian (Blue Heeler)
Sex
Male
Current Weight
46 lbs
Estimated Age
3 Years
1 Months
Location
TLAC
Building 3
Adoption Fee
$189

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Speckles is new to us and already capturing attention with his gentle eyes and charming good looks. He’s white with soft grey ears and adorable grey speckles across his face and legs, giving him a one-of-a-kind, freckled appearance.

Speckles looks like a mixed-breed dog, though his exact breed makeup is unknown. While he’s an adult, he still has some puppy-like energy and playful moments, balanced nicely with a calm and easygoing nature. He enjoys getting out for walks, walks well on a leash, and likes to take his time exploring his surroundings. Treats are a big motivator for him, making it easy to build a connection and work on simple training.
According to the previous shelter, Speckles is a gentle and sweet dog who enjoys staying close to his people and soaking up affection. They described him as polite, soft-hearted, and calm, even in a busy shelter environment. He was also reported to be good with cats.

Speckles would be a great match for someone looking for a loving companion who can enjoy playful moments but is just as happy relaxing by your side. He’s a quiet charmer with a kind heart, ready to form a meaningful bond with the right person or family.

INTERESTED IN FOSTERING?

This pup is currently located at our Town Lake Animal Center (1156 W. Cesar Chavez, but use 1200 Reserve Road for mapping purposes). We'd love to show them off to you! To learn more about them, head in any day between 12:00PM - 6:00PM. We are open 7 days a week! Go to Building B and ask to speak with a Matchmaker about fostering this pup. You will sit down and discuss all we know about them and, if it's a good fit, get to meet them then! Please budget for a wait time unless you arrive right at opening as we cannot dictate walk-in traffic (wait times tend to be highest in the evenings and on weekends). If this pup ends up not being the best fit, we have so many other pups in need that we can suggest for your household on the spot!

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Requirements

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Please plan on allowing adequate time to be matched with a dog, have relevant consultations, and complete all necessary paperwork. This can take 1-2 hours in total.

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Fill out our adoption application and meet with an adoption counselor.

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You must be at least 18 years of age.

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You must show a picture ID with a current address. If this isn't available, we will accept a picture ID with a current utility bill.

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An APA!-conducted meet-and-greet with current household dogs is recommended for most and required for some adult dogs.

Our adoption fee varies per dog depending on age, breed, and/or medical condition(s). This fee includes:

Spay or neuter surgery (Please note that an additional $100 refundable deposit is required for all dogs who are not yet spayed or neutered.)

Heartworm test on dogs 6 months and older

Current vaccinations

Deworming treatment

Microchip

Lifetime behavior support

Accepted forms of payment include cash, debit or credit card, or money order payable to Austin Pets Alive!.

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