Aussie Rescue of Minnesota

Aussie Rescue of Minnesota Aussie Rescue of Minnesota, Inc. All members of ARM are volunteers and receive no monetary compensation for their efforts.

(ARM) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit adoption and referral organization dedicated to placing homeless Australian Shepherds in loving, permanent homes. (ARM) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit adoption and referral organization dedicated to placing homeless Australian Shepherds in loving, permanent homes where they will be indoor dogs and be incorporated into their family's life. All of our dogs live in foster homes until a suitable "forever home" can be found.

Zoey is a 7 yo black tri female Aussie who was adopted from ARM years ago and was recently returned to rescue after the ...
07/17/2025

Zoey is a 7 yo black tri female Aussie who was adopted from ARM years ago and was recently returned to rescue after the owner lost their spouse. Zoey is a standard size Aussie with friendly brown eyes who came to rescue weighing 56 lbs. It is believed that her ideal weight should be approximately 40-45 lbs. who is friendly with humans and other dogs.

Her previous owner indicated that she is good with children of all ages. Zoey has gotten along just fine with the male canine in her foster home, is house trained, can use a doggy door if one is available & walks nicely on a leash. So far she has been just fine having the run of the house when humans are away, not getting into mischief or showing signs of separation anxiety.

She enjoys playing with her many toys and chasing squirrels in the yard. Her fosters feel Zoey could either be an only dog or join another well adjusted dog, however, they are not certain about cats or other small animals. If potential owners have cats or other small animals, it would be recommended that slow, monitored introductions be implemented. Like many dogs, Zoey gets nervous with thunderstorms or fireworks but finds comfort sitting in the bathroom either in the tub or next to it.

Zoey is a sweet dog, looking for her new home that has time and love to give and the ability to take her on adventures as she has plenty of miles to run and adventures to experience!

The details:

Need fence? No

Good with dogs? Yes

Good with cats: Unknown, no exposure

Good with kids: Reported to be

All of our dogs live in foster homes with volunteers. We need an approved application on file to set up a meeting with a dog you might be interested in. You can find our application at www.aussierescuemn.com. All dogs have an adoption fee of $400 plus MN sales tax. We pride ourselves on matches that are awesome for both the dog and your family. Aussie Rescue of MN is here for support, advice and as a safety net for our dogs for the rest of their lives.

A fun update on Buddy - our little 7 month old Aussie mix who was found hiding behind an A/C unit. He has come a long wa...
07/16/2025

A fun update on Buddy - our little 7 month old Aussie mix who was found hiding behind an A/C unit. He has come a long way!

"Buddy needed a lot of patience as he got to know his humans and learn what it was like to live in a home environment. Now. he loves being brushed, running in the backyard, and chasing & playing with his foster mates. He also has a solid off switch and is able to enjoy downtime.

He has Lymes and he takes his medication easily. He has also made great progress with his house manners, learning to sit, control his bark, and crate training. He gets along well in the crate during the day. Walking on a leash is a work in progress, but he is such a smart little guy - he will soon "get it"!

His fosters report that Buddy is showing that they have earned his trust. He approaches them wanting attention, pets, and cuddles. While he still does spook easily, Buddy has grown leaps and bounds since arriving to his foster home in early June."

A reminder of his details:

Need fence? Preferred, though ultimately likely not – safety must be considered until trust and reliable recall has been established

Good with dogs? Yes

Good with cats? No exposure

Good with kids? Older kids (ages 10 and up)

All of our dogs live in foster homes with volunteers. We need an approved application on file to set up a meeting with a dog you might be interested in. You can find our application at www.aussierescuemn.com. All dogs have an adoption fee of $400 plus MN sales tax. We pride ourselves on matches that are awesome for both the dog and your family. Aussie Rescue of MN is here for support, advice and as a safety net for our dogs for the rest of their lives.

All puppies adopted through ARM will have a $100 spay deposit that will be returned upon completion of the procedure.

Duke, our likely not Aussie and more likely a Duck Toller was sadly returned to ARM when it was determined that he does ...
07/15/2025

Duke, our likely not Aussie and more likely a Duck Toller was sadly returned to ARM when it was determined that he does not do well living in a home with younger children.

A quick refresher that Duke is a 3 year old, neutered male that is very friendly! For adults, he is a big love at about 50 pounds and fancies himself to be a great lap dog. It has been noted by his current foster that he can be a bit possessive of people when other dogs are around. But does seem to play well with other dogs at the dog park.

Duke is very treat motivated, and knows sit, lay down, shake, no, and come. He is house trained and loves to play with toys and play fetch. He is not appearing to be very high energy and will chill throughout the day while his foster works.

While Duke is living with another dog at this time, his possessive and practice to block the other dog from people would indicate that he would do best as the only dog in the home.

The details:

Needs fence: likely no, but trusted recall needs to be established before being off lead

Good with dogs: Can be possessive with people, so recommended that he'd be the only dog.

Good with cats: Yes

Good with kids: No

All of our dogs live in foster homes with volunteers. We need an approved application on file to set up a meeting with a dog you might be interested in. You can find our application at www.aussierescuemn.com. All dogs have an adoption fee of $400 plus MN sales tax. We pride ourselves on matches that are awesome for both the dog and your family. Aussie Rescue of MN is here for support, advice and as a safety net for our dogs for the rest of their lives.

CALL FOR FOSTERS!! We are in great need for fosters as we are getting overwhelmed with owner surrenders, shelter impound...
07/15/2025

CALL FOR FOSTERS!!

We are in great need for fosters as we are getting overwhelmed with owner surrenders, shelter impound dogs, and strays. We have a lot of wonderful dogs deserving of a good home but just need a soft place to land and be given another chance. Our fosters never have to be responsible for food and supplies as ARM supports all food and medical needs for our dogs. We just ask that you give love, care, and invest some time into these sweet pups. If you've ever considered fostering, please apply at www.aussierescuemn.com. Thank you! ❤️

Specific foster requests - please apply if your home could be the right fit for these pups.

Foster request #1: Looking for a foster with a securely fenced yard for a beautiful 3 year old fixed male. He is outgoing and friendly to humans. He is not great with other dogs or cats as he struggles to share attention with other animals in the home, preferring to be the sole focus of the humans in the home. He is up to date on his shots and is house-trained & crate trained.

Foster request #2: A foster is needed for a sweet 8 month old female who recently came into ARM due to a breeder surrender. She is very shy and timid; not familiar or yet comfortable with human interactions, but shows no aggression. She is not yet fixed, but is scheduled to be spayed next week so will be ready to go to her foster after her appt. While timid, she does show some signs of curiosity, letting us know that she is a pup that simply needs some time to process new information and an opportunity to build trust. Not much is known about her experience living in a home, but we'd love a foster willing to give her the chance.

Say hi to Milo!Milo was adopted from ARM as a young puppy back in 2018 as part of a litter of Aussie mixes. He has been ...
07/10/2025

Say hi to Milo!

Milo was adopted from ARM as a young puppy back in 2018 as part of a litter of Aussie mixes. He has been well loved by his family for almost 7 years now and they are very sad to say he is looking for a new home as he has become stressed around the young toddler in the home and should not be in a home with children under 5. Milo is a very loving and loyal dog to his humans, loves to be pet, and greets everyone with excitement.

Milo is a healthy Aussie mix weighing about 75 lbs. He suffered dual broken legs back in 2019 when he ran in front of a vehicle. His injuries healed well with surgery, only showing a slight limp temporarily if he lays in an awkward position for a period of time. As he ages, Milo may need care and monitoring for any issues with the screws in his hip bones and may develop arthritis. At current, he does not have any restrictions for activities and has been healthy and happy ever since.

Milo does well with a female dog in the home that he has been with since a puppy and enjoys playing with other dogs outside. He does have a tendency to show resource guarding with other dogs when around food, vying for attention from preferred humans, or in indoor spaces, so he may be best as the only dog or with a female dog.

Milo is house trained and does well in a crate. He currently lives in a home that has invisible fencing and does well. He also generally does well off leash and has reliable recall with those he's familiar with. He walks well on a leash.

Milo is currently being fostered by his owner in the southern suburbs of the Twin Cities.

The details:

Need fence: Currently lives with invisible fencing, can be off lead on acreage. Will need some kind of fence in a neighborhood, but likely not needed if on acreage

Good with dogs: Does have resource guarding tendencies, may be best as an only dog or with a female dog

Good with cats: No known exposure

Good with children: Not good with children younger than 5 years old

All of our dogs live in foster homes with volunteers. We need an approved application on file to set up a meeting with a dog you might be interested in. You can find our application at www.aussierescuemn.com. All dogs have an adoption fee of $400 plus MN sales tax. We pride ourselves on matches that are awesome for both the dogs and your family. Aussie Rescue of MN is here for support, advice, and as a safety net for our dogs for the rest of their lives.

We couldn't do this without the help of Amy at Feeding Furry Friends, Greater Good Charities, and Chewy. We appreciate t...
07/09/2025

We couldn't do this without the help of Amy at Feeding Furry Friends, Greater Good Charities, and Chewy. We appreciate the support and generosity shown to us at ARM. Thank you!

Update: Willow is being fostered by a wonderful couple that is willing to drive her to her vet appointments and and help...
07/08/2025

Update: Willow is being fostered by a wonderful couple that is willing to drive her to her vet appointments and and help her settle into a new life. If it works out they will have first dibs at adopting her. Thank you so much for stepping up to foster Doug and Jill!!

Willow is a young female Border Collie that we received from an animal control in northern Iowa. She needs to be spayed before she can be adopted but we would love to place her in a foster to adopt home while she waits for her appointment. Willow is sweet, neutral to other dogs and walks well on a leash. She seems to be house trained and ok with cats.

Firecracker baby ARM alumni Dixie celebrated her 16th birthday yesterday! 🎆 Hope everyone had a wonderful 4th of July!
07/05/2025

Firecracker baby ARM alumni Dixie celebrated her 16th birthday yesterday! 🎆 Hope everyone had a wonderful 4th of July!

07/03/2025

It’s fireworks season and time for a reminder in dog safety! You can never be too cautious when it comes to keeping your pets safe. Fireworks can be extremely scary and many dogs go missing this time of year. While it can be very tempting to bring your furry friend along for the celebrations, they’re safest at home - in a crate or secure room.

Update: Size large in the line drawing Aussie face is sold out! Available sizes are XL-3XL...Thank you to those who have...
07/01/2025

Update: Size large in the line drawing Aussie face is sold out! Available sizes are XL-3XL...

Thank you to those who have ordered shirts from us thus far! We've already been putting the funds to good use for one of our newer intakes who has needed some extra support from our wonderful vet.

We are down to one last size L in the line drawing Aussie face in grey - don't miss out if that happens to be your size and you've been eyeing one for yourself!

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06/29/2025

Reunited! We are happy to report that we have received confirmation that Lenny is now home!

Date Found: 2025-07-02 Date Reunited: 2025-06-28

Lost Dog - Australian Shepherd - Male Lost Dog - Australian Shepherd - Male - Monticello

Date Lost: 2025-06-28
Dog's Name: Lenny
Breed of Dog: Australian Shepherd
Gender: Male
Closest Intersection: Davern Ave NE, Monticello, Wright County, MN, US, 55362. Nearest intersection is 106 and 25.
Zip Code: 55362
Color: Black/Brown/White
Dog's Age: 2.5
Dog's Height / Weight: Medium: 1-2' / Over 50 lbs
Any information on how lost or found, description, etc: Very friendly boy and will likely go to anyone. A large dog with a black coat, solid black face with a few white hairs at the tip of his muzzle, and tan fur on the chest and legs with small amounts of white on some paws. Docked tail. He is overweight for his size.

More Info, Photos, and to Contact: https://petfbi.org/api/view/726161/c68345b1

Let's get Lenny home!

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