The following dogs are available for adoption from shelters, other rescue groups, independent rescuers and individuals.  These dogs have not been evaluated by Border Collie Rescue Texas, Inc. and Border Collie Rescue Texas, Inc. does not assume any responsibility for the adoption of these dogs.  Any adoptions of dogs listed on the Independent Adoption Website are solely transacted between the independent rescuers and the adoptive owner.  Border Collie Rescue Texas, Inc. does not warrant any claims about the dogs listed as available for adoption through the Independent pages of this website. 

In order to assist you to evaluate the dogs for your needs we have the following screening guides for your use.

• Telephone (or email) Questionnaire

• In Home Dog Evaluations Form

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• If you are interested in a particular dog, click on the EMAIL link in their bio to get more information from their foster home. 

Last Updated Wednesday August 20, 2008

Listed: 08/19/2008 Fluffy Sex: Female Age: 10 Months Coat: Semi-Rough Coat, Black and white Weight: 35 lbs. Activity Level:  Active Companion   Fluffy and her sister Brownie are about 10 months old and pretty shy and scared to be here. They were brought in because their owners have "too many dogs" but they did say both of these girls are "shy but sweet". Both of them share a kennel... and a bed... to comfort each other. And neither one wanted to leave the safety of their kennel for pictures. Once they get used to their environment and the shelter staff that care for them each day, they should start to open up and feel a little bit better... I guess as well as could be expected for being in the shelter. They really need to be in a home with people that love them and will take the necessary time to make them feel special. Mention Fluffy's ID number 072508.   Fluffy's adoption fee is $85. This includes first round of vaccinations, bordetella vaccination, worming, flea treatment and spay or neuter. All animals will be spayed or neutered before going to their new home. Fluffy is at the Humane Society of Southeast Texas, Beaumont , TX. You can phone (409) 833-0560 or (409) 722-0605 or CONTACT. Fluffy's id number is 072508, please mention it when contacting.   All references will be checked and a home visit may be done.   Listed: 08/19/2008 Kiko Sex: Male Age: 8 Months Coat: Semi-Rough Coat, Light Red and white Weight: 40 lbs. Activity Level:  Active Companion   Well, just when you think you've heard it all....Kiko was adopted just a few months ago and recently returned because.... get this.... he is "too friendly-- needs children". Kiko is only 8 months old and hopes he will get another chance to find the perfect home for him. A home where there is a family that will love and appreciate his friendliness, playfulness and willingness to please. Is there someone out there for Kikko? (062408)   Kiko's adoption fee is $85. This includes first round of vaccinations, bordetella vaccination, worming, flea treatment and spay or neuter. All animals will be spayed or neutered before going to their new home. Kiko is at the Humane Society of Southeast Texas, Beaumont , TX. You can phone (409) 833-0560 or (409) 722-0605 or CONTACT. Kiko's id number is 062408, please mention it when contacting. Kiko is a Border Collie mix.   All references will be checked and a home visit may be done.   Listed: 03/31/2008 Bud Sex: Male Age: 2 years Coat: Semi-Rough Coat, Black and white Weight: 40 lbs. Activity Level:  Active Companion   Bud is a boomerang rescue... he was an owner turnover as a puppy and was placed in a home where he bonded with the adopters other dogs. A job change hampered their bonding and class time, so "Bud" has spent a lot of time with other dogs. Since they did not click, the adopter decided to return him. He is extremely good with other dogs (including small dogs), but will stand up if challenged by another dog. He loves people -- however, he can be shy with new people but warms up quickly. Bud can be protective of his food with other dogs, and we are working on that, but has no food issues that we have seen around people. Bud is a very loving dog. His temperament is "soft" and it doesn't take much to correct him from most bad behaviors. He is crate trained, knows how to sit and down on command, shake paw and walk on a loose leash. He is learning new behaviors almost weekly using positive motivation and a reward mark word.   He is neutered, current on heart worm, flea and tick preventative and all vaccinations were updated March 2008   Bud's adoption fee is $125, and an approved Adoption Application and contract is required. He is located in Tulsa, Ok. Contact the FOSTER for more information.   Listed: 10/29/2007 Rex Sex: Male Age: 6 Years Coat: Rough Coat, Black and White Weight: 16 lbs. Activity Level:  Active Companion   Rex is a gorgeous boy, with a touch of merle and strikingly blue eyes. He's an owner release due to family circumstances. He's 14 inches tall, but only 16 pounds, so he will need to gain a few pounds. He came into our program quite thin and anemic from a heavy tick infestation, so we'll be waiting for him to gain some strength back before his neuter surgery. He's now UTD, and thankfully tested HW negative. "Rexy" was temporarily fostered by one of our clinic's technicians. His foster mom says that he is very good with her kitten, and clearly enjoys the company of his foster parents, sleeping close to them at night and rejoicing whenever they arrive home from work each day. You can see from his picture what a beautiful, smiley boy he is and how happy he is to be in Rescue.   One of our most active and experienced volunteers is now fostering Rex and he's doing very well at their home, getting along with their resident shelties. It appears that, at some point in his life, Rex suffered a traumatic injury to his left eye resulting in a loss of sight in that eye. It doesn't slow him down a bit!   Rex learns quickly and loves to be held and loved on. He is a "people person" and seems eager to please. As many shelties can be, Rex is rather vocal and barks happily for just about everything. But with loving attention from his new forever home, he should settle down nicely. If you think you would be a good match for this beautiful and lovely canine, you can contact his FOSTER or if you'd like to meet Rex, please fill out an Adoption Application.   Listed: 10/02/2007 Bosco Sex: Male Age: 3 years Coat: Smooth Coat, Tri-colored Weight: 35 lbs. Activity Level:  Active Companion   Bosco is a wonderful, mostly black border collie. He was bought by a lady in our town about 3 years ago. She passed on and her family didn't want the dog. I tried to care for him but I don't have the time to spend with him. I am now retired and I travel quite a bit. I can't take Bosco with me so I have to make arrangements. He is very affectionate, adaptable andintelligent. He is a healthy boy with a good coat. He has been neutered and is current with all his shots. He is also housebroken. Bosco is a good very smart boy devoted to staying home. A good watch dog. He could benefit from training because he is excitable. Whenever I have company, he meets the guests and does well with them. He does jump up on them but he has never bitten anyone.   An adoption fee of $125.00 and an approved Adoption Application are required for adoption. All references will be checked and a home visit may be done.   If you are looking for an active and sweet companion like Bosco, please contact his FOSTER.   Listed: 07/26/2007 Maddie Sex: Female Age: 5 years Coat: Smooth Coat, Black and white Weight: 40 lbs. Activity Level:  Companion   Maddie is a mostly black border collie/basset mix rescued from traffic with a Lab. Try as we might, Maddie's owners could not be found. Her companion was quickly adopted through Lab Rescue, but no one seemed to want Maddie. She was shy and reluctant of strangers, but in her foster home flourished to become the chief herder of the labs. She loves to run and play and wrestle with the youngest lab. Her favorite past times are sitting curled up in your lap (she makes a great lap warmer), chewing bones, and chasing the chocolate lab she lives with. Like all dogs who live in the house, she is crate trained, house broken, and has basic obedience (however stay is NOT in her vocabulary). Maddie is looking for a forever home who is used to Border Collies and their unique needs. She is very affectionate, intelligent, and rides well in the car. Maddie's adoption is limited to the DFW area.   An adoption fee of $150.00 and an approved Adoption Application are required for adoption. All references will be checked and a home visit may be done.   If you place in your heart and home for a girl like this, please contact FOSTER.