Save Our Herders Outreach - SOHO

Save Our Herders Outreach - SOHO Save Our Herders Outreach is a 501c3 registered dog rescue operating in the US south and mid Atlantic Our dogs come from several sources.

Save Our Herders Outreach (SOHO) is an all-volunteer, 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to herding breed and herding mixed dogs in need. We concentrate our rescue efforts in the American East and Southeast. Most of our volunteers and fosters live in those states and share their homes with their own Border collies, Australian Shepherds, Australian Cattle Dogs, Working Kelpies, Corgis and/or Shetland

Sheepdogs. Many come from high kill shelters where they were either found as strays or abandoned by their owners. Some were turned over to us by owners who could no longer care for them. Regardless of where they came from, our goal for every dog is the same - a forever home where they will be loved and considered a part of the family.

Meet Wakely! Wakely is a charming and fluffy purebred Australian Shepherd looking for his forever home. At about two and...
10/19/2024

Meet Wakely! Wakely is a charming and fluffy purebred Australian Shepherd looking for his forever home. At about two and a half years old and weighing 60 pounds, he is house-trained, crate-trained, and knows his basic obedience commands. While he pulls a bit on the leash, he rides well in the car.

Wakely is a sweet, funny, happy friend to his family and those he knows, but he can be reserved with strangers in his home. His playful side shines through when he “borrows” socks for attention or engages in a spirited game of tug-of-war. A very smart boy, he thrives on mental stimulation and loves to stay right where he can see his people. Wakely enjoys a lot of attention and is always eager to join in on the fun! With a medium energy level, he enjoys playing ball in the yard and cozying up for snuggles. He also loves his crate (though he will nap on the bed just fine!) and would prefer a home that will continue his crate training. He loves training and really thrives when learning new things.

As a breed known for their stubbornness, Wakely may sometimes test boundaries, so an experienced owner who appreciates this trait will be ideal. He can be a bit territorial, preferring to keep a close eye on his home, and he would do best in a home with adults only and no other dogs. He’s also fine with dog-savvy cats. If you’re ready to welcome this delightful guy into your life, he’s sure to bring joy and companionship! If you would like to review our adoption process and complete an application please visit our website, www.sohodogrescue.org.

10/06/2024

Hi Friends –
I am posting today to share with you the news that Save Our Herders Outreach (SOHO) is closing its doors in the next 30 days.
We have had an AMAZING run. Thanks to our fabulous volunteers and to you, our wonderful adopters, supporters and followers, SOHO has successfully rehomed hundreds of dogs since we began our rescue journey in 2015. It has not always been easy, but with patience and love these dogs are now living their best lives.
So what happens now? SOHO will wind down our administrative processes and our volunteers will move on to other rescues – the needs are great and there is always so much that needs to be done. We recently posted that Owen is now available for adoption, and we are partnering with Aussie Rescue of the Mid-Atlantic (ARMA) www.aussierescueofthemidatlantic.org to find him a wonderful adopter. You are welcome to apply for him through us or through ARMA.
Thank you, thank you, thank you. On behalf of all of our little adoptees, we cannot say it enough.

Owen is a very sweet, shy, young Australian Shepherd who is now ready for adoption! He is 2 years old, he is a great we...
10/05/2024

Owen is a very sweet, shy, young Australian Shepherd who is now ready for adoption! He is 2 years old, he is a great weight at just 30 pounds, and he has a mostly black coat with some patches of white and a touch of copper. And look at those blue eyes! Owen is housebroken, crate-trained, and he is making great progress learning his basic obedience commands. He walks beautifully on leash although you do need to allow some extra time for periodic “sniffathons” – he finds all the smells irresistible! Owen is not a fan of riding in a car but he is becoming a more comfortable passenger every week.
Owen is a shy little guy who needs a little time, and some serious bribes with dog treats, before he truly trusts a new person. But once he trusts you, he is a total love bug who will happily jump up on the couch to get some pets and watch TV with you! In general, Owen is a medium Velcro guy who likes to keep you in view but he does not have to be in your lap at all times. Owen also loves other dogs (especially the ladies!). “Chase-and-be-chased” is his favorite dog-pal game. Owen is a medium energy dog with a nice off-switch. He loves to go for walks and hikes, race around the yard with his dog pal and chase his flirt pole. And when Owen is ready to chill you can find him quietly chewing on a bone or toy, taking a nap, or sharing the sofa with his foster family. Owen has not been exposed to cats, but given his interest in chasing deer and squirrels sharing a home with a cat is probably not a good idea.
The ideal family for Owen is loving, patient, and ready to be VERY loved in return. A fenced yard is required, a happy, easy-going dog pal would be fabulous, and any children in the home should be at least 12 years old. Owen is a true diamond in the “ruff”, who with time and love will melt your heart as you melt his! If you would like to review our adoption process and complete an application please visit our website, www.sohodogrescue.org. Owen is fostered in Raleigh, NC.

Little Jaxson (yup, he’s the little puppy in these pictures!), is having a great time playing with his grownup foster br...
08/29/2024

Little Jaxson (yup, he’s the little puppy in these pictures!), is having a great time playing with his grownup foster brothers and sisters. This 4 month old, 23 pound bundle of fun is always ready for play! Jaxson is still on the lookout for his new family, and if you would like to review our adoption process and complete an application please visit our website, www.sohodogrescue.org. Jaxson is fostered in Charlotte, NC.

Boone is a handsome, loving Australian Shepherd who is now available for adoption. He is about 7 years old, he weighs 3...
08/24/2024

Boone is a handsome, loving Australian Shepherd who is now available for adoption. He is about 7 years old, he weighs 38 pounds, and he has a gorgeous red tri coat and stunning blue eyes. Boone is housebroken, he loves his crate, and he has wonderful house manners. He has quickly learned some basic obedience commands, he walks nicely on leash and he is a calm passenger in the car.
Boone is very shy, but once you give him some time to get to know you he loves to be loved by you! He is a high Velcro boy who stays close to his foster family. Boone is content and friendly around other dogs! He is not a playful guy with his dog pals - he is more of a peaceful co-exister. Overall, Boone is a lower energy dog who enjoys going for walks, exploring his yard, playing with puzzle toys and chewing on bones. He also loves getting pets, getting brushed, and he loves to crawl into his foster mom’s lap for some extra attention! His foster family has seen no evidence of a prey drive around dogs, deer, cats or chickens, but rabbits…..he will chase them.
The ideal family for Boone is calm, loving and patient. A fenced yard is ideal, a peaceful, confident dog pal would be wonderful, and any children in the home should be at least 12 years old. Boone is such a wonderful dog, but he will need extra time and patience as he gets caught up on all the socialization that he missed earlier in his life. If you would like to review our adoption process and complete an application for Boone please visit our website, www.sohodogrescue.org. Boone is fostered in Princeton, NJ.

Jaxson is a funny little Australian Shepherd puppy who is available for adoption. He is 4 months old, he weighs about 2...
08/22/2024

Jaxson is a funny little Australian Shepherd puppy who is available for adoption. He is 4 months old, he weighs about 20 pounds, and he has a soft red tri coat and a cute little nub tail tail. Jaxson is housebroken, he is crate-trained (but he doesn’t always LOVE it), and he already knows a few of his basic obedience commands. Jaxson is still practicing his leash-walking skills and he gets a little nervous riding in the car.
Jaxson loves people! This medium-to-high Velcro boy listens well and follows his foster family everywhere. Jaxson also loves other dogs! Jaxson has that fun-loving puppy energy but he also has a very nice off-switch. He loves to play with his dog pals, run around the yard, play with his toys and dog puzzles (he is so smart!), and when it is time for some puppy “down time” Jaxson loves to play with his toys, take a nap, and get lots of snuggles. Jaxson has not been exposed to cats.
The ideal family for Jaxson is ready for love, ready for fun, and ready for a puppy! It is also important that his new family is committed to continuing his obedience training and socialization – he still has so much to learn! A fenced yard is important, a playful dog pal would be great, and any children in the home should be at least 10 years old. Jaxson is 100% happy puppy and 100% ready to fall in love with his new family. If you would like to review our adoption process and complete an application please visit our website, www.sohodogrescue.org. Jaxson is fostered in Charlotte, NC.

Willow is a very loving Border Collie who is available for adoption. She is just under 1 year old, she weighs 30 pounds...
08/19/2024

Willow is a very loving Border Collie who is available for adoption. She is just under 1 year old, she weighs 30 pounds, and she has that classic black and white Border Collie coat with a full tail and freckles! Willow is housebroken, crate-trained, and she knows some of her basic obedience commands. She walks nicely on leash and she is a great passenger in the car.
Willow loves people! She starts out shy, which lasts for about 30 seconds, and then EVERYONE is her friend. Willow is a high Velcro young girl who stays close by her people – she does not want to miss a thing! Willow also adores other dogs. She is a medium-to-high energy dog with a nice off switch. She loves to play fetch, run and wrestle with her dog pals and follow her foster mom around the house and yard. And when it is time to settle down she is always available for lots of loving and pets! Willow has not been exposed to cats.
The ideal family for Willow is ready to welcome a very loving, very happy and very active little Border Collie into their lives! A fenced yard and a playful young dog pal are important, and any children in the home should be at least 10 years old. It would be great if someone in the family was home for at least part of the day and would also continue her training – she is a smart little cookie! Willow is such a sweetie, and if you would like to review our adoption process and complete an application please visit our website, www.sohodogrescue.org. Willow is fostered near Greenville, NC.

Owen is a fun young guy fostered in Raleigh NC. This past weekend he learned how to play Hide and Seek! OK, so he stil...
08/18/2024

Owen is a fun young guy fostered in Raleigh NC. This past weekend he learned how to play Hide and Seek! OK, so he still has more to learn about how to "hide"....!

If you would like to review our adoption process please visit our website, www.sohodogrescue.org.

Peaches is a happy little Aussiedoodle who is now available for adoption. She is 8 months old, she weighs just 21 pound...
08/14/2024

Peaches is a happy little Aussiedoodle who is now available for adoption. She is 8 months old, she weighs just 21 pounds, and she has a soft, curly, blue merle “doodle coat”. Peaches is almost completely housebroken, she is crate-trained, and she has just started to learn her basic obedience commands. She is making great progress with her leash walking skills and she rides calmly in the car.
Peaches loves people, although she can be shy when she first meets a new man. She is a high Velcro pup who loves to be as close to her people as she can get! Peaches also loves other dogs, especially younger playful dogs who are ready to romp! Peaches is a medium energy dog with a nice off switch. She loves to wrestle and play with her dog pals, run a few laps around the yard, play with her toys and chew on her bones, and when it is time to relax she is the best lap dog ever. Peaches has also been known to bring her foster mom shoes and clothes that she “finds” around the house and in the closets! And to top it all off, Peaches loves cats and kittens!
The ideal family for Peaches is fun-loving, active, and ready to smile. It is also very important that her new family have the time and patience to help Peaches with her shyness around men, her obedience training, and her puppy mischief. A fenced yard and a playful dog pal are required, any children in the home should be at least 10 years old, and it would be great if someone was home at least part of the day. Peaches is a peach of a puppy, and if you would like to review our adoption process and complete an application please visit our website, www.sohodogrescue.org. Peaches is fostered in Elizabethton, TN.

Boone is a very loving Australian Shepherd who is new to our rescue. He is somewhere between 6-8 years old, he weighs 3...
08/13/2024

Boone is a very loving Australian Shepherd who is new to our rescue. He is somewhere between 6-8 years old, he weighs 38 pounds, and he has a gorgeous red tri coat and stunning blue eyes. We have just started our evaluation of this handsome guy, and we already know that while he is a “shy guy” he loves getting pets and snuggling on the couch. He is also housebroken, he loves his crate, and he has great house manners! It will take us another week or so to complete our evaluation of Boone, and if you would like to review our adoption process please visit our website, www.sohodogrescue.org. Boone is fostered in Princeton, NJ.

Owen is a handsome young Australian Shepherd who is new to our rescue. He is 2 years old, he weighs just 29 pounds, and...
08/13/2024

Owen is a handsome young Australian Shepherd who is new to our rescue. He is 2 years old, he weighs just 29 pounds, and he has a fluffy, soft black tri coat with amazing eyes – one is blue and the other is blue and brown! We have just started our evaluation of Owen, and we already know that he loves people (and getting pets!) but he can be shy when he meets someone new. He is also housebroken, he loves his crate, he is a great passenger in the car, and he walks pretty well on leash! It will take us another week or so to finish our evaluation, and if you would like to review our adoption process please visit our website, www.sohodogrescue.org. Owen is fostered in Raleigh, NC.

Peaches is the cutest little Aussie Doodle and she is new to our rescue. She is 8 months old, she weighs 21 pounds, and...
08/06/2024

Peaches is the cutest little Aussie Doodle and she is new to our rescue. She is 8 months old, she weighs 21 pounds, and she has a cute blue merle-colored coat and a half-tail. We have just started our evaluation, and we already know that Peaches loves people! She is a high Velcro girl who loves to be as close to her humans as possible. Peaches also has some of that typical puppy energy. She loves to run and play with her people and she LOVES to play with the cats and kittens in her foster home! She is also fine with other dogs. It will take us another week or so to complete our evaluation of little Peaches, and if you would like to review our adoption process please visit our website, www.sohodogrescue.org. Peaches is fostered in Elizabethton, TN.

Riven is an adorable Australian Shepherd mix who is available for adoption. He is about a year old, he is a great weigh...
08/06/2024

Riven is an adorable Australian Shepherd mix who is available for adoption. He is about a year old, he is a great weight at 42 pounds, and he has a shiny black coat with brown eyes and a nub tail. Rivan is housebroken, crate-trained, and he is making good progress with his basic obedience commands. He walks nicely on leash and he loves to go for car rides!
Riven is a friendly young guy who loves all people all the time – there are no strangers in Riven’s world! He is a medium Velcro dog who loves to be with his people (he loves to share the couch!) but he also enjoys exploring on his own. Riven also loves other dogs! He is a medium energy guy with a nice off switch. He loves to follow his foster family around the house and yard, run and play with his dog pals, splash around in the water and then roll around in the dirt with his dog buddy (a true mud puppy!), chew on a dog bone, and settle in for some serious cuddle time whenever he can. Riven has been exposed to cats and while he is curious enough about them that we will follow the cats around, he is not aggressive toward them.
The ideal family for Riven is fun-loving, outgoing, and ready for a fun-loving, outgoing young dog! A fenced yard and a playful dog pal are important, and any children in the home should be at least 10 years old. Riven has stolen the hearts of his foster parents and he will steal yours too! If you would like to review our adoption process and complete an application please visit our website, www.sohodogrescue.org. Riven is fostered in Trappe, MD.

Rylee is the sweetest little mini-Australian Shepherd mix and she is now available for adoption. She is 5½ years old, s...
08/06/2024

Rylee is the sweetest little mini-Australian Shepherd mix and she is now available for adoption. She is 5½ years old, she weighs 23 pounds, and she has the prettiest red merle coat. Rylee is housebroken, crate-trained, and she knows her basic obedience commands. She walks nicely on leash and she is an experienced passenger in the car!
Rylee loves people! She can be a bit shy when she first meets someone new, but once she sees that there is nothing to worry about she is happy to hang out and get some belly scratches! Rylee is a high Velcro girl who wants to be as close as possible to her humans. She also enjoys other dogs! Just as with people, Rylee is somewhat reserved when she meets a new dog, but if the other dog is friendly she is ready to play! Rylee is a medium energy dog who loves to follow her people around the house, go for walks, explore the yard, play with her dog pals, and when the active fun is over she is happy to chew on a bone or get in some snuggle time. Rylee has not been exposed to cats.
The ideal family for Rylee is easygoing, loving, and ready to add a little “shadow” to their family. A fenced yard is required, a playful dog pal is important, and because Rylee does best in a family with a more settled lifestyle any children in the home should be at least 12 years old. Rylee is nothing but sweet, and if you would like to review our adoption process and complete an application please visit our website, www.sohodogrescue.org. Rylee is fostered in Lawrenceville, GA.

Riven is an adorable Australian Shepherd mix who is new to our rescue. He is about a year old, he is a great weight at ...
07/29/2024

Riven is an adorable Australian Shepherd mix who is new to our rescue. He is about a year old, he is a great weight at 42 pounds, and he has a shiny black coat with brown eyes and a nub tail. We have just started our evaluation of this handsome young guy, but Riven is already stealing the hearts of everyone he meets! He is friendly and loving toward all people and other dogs. He LOVES to play and enjoys water “sports”. He is also crate-trained and house-trained! It will take us another week or so to complete our evaluation, and if you would like to learn about our adoption process, please visit our website www.sohodogrescue.org. Riven is fostered in Trappe, MD.

Toby is a sweet, happy young Border Collie who is available for adoption. He is 4 years old, he is a great weight at 44...
07/28/2024

Toby is a sweet, happy young Border Collie who is available for adoption. He is 4 years old, he is a great weight at 44 pounds, and he has that classic black and white Border Collie coat and a full tail. Toby is housebroken, crate-trained, and he is learning his basic obedience commands. He walks nicely on leash but he is still nervous when going for a car ride – car rides are a new experience for him!
Toby loves all people all the time! He is a medium Velcro guy who wants to be in the same room as his family but he does not need to be in your lap. Toby also enjoys his dog pals. He is more of a laid-back kind of player who will run a few laps around the yard or go for walks with his pals but he is not the wrestling type! Toby is a medium energy dog who LOVES to go for walks with his dog buddies, explore his yard, lounge in the shade while his family does some yard work, and get as much cuddle time with his family as he can. Toby will stalk the cats so he will need a home that is cat-free.
The ideal family for Toby is fun-loving and ready for a happy adventure-buddy. Loud noises make him nervous (gunshots, fireworks, thunderstorms) and he is such a people-oriented guy, so it would be great if someone in his new family is home for at least part of the day. A fenced yard is required, a laid-back dog pal would be fine but not required, and any children in the home should be at least 12 years old. If you are looking for a true “let’s go” pal, Toby may be your guy! You can find our adoption process and application on our website, www.sohodogrescue.org. Toby is fostered in Kingsport, TN.

Misha is a shy, sweet, purebred Border Collie who is available for adoption. She is about 2 years old, she is 5 pounds ...
07/25/2024

Misha is a shy, sweet, purebred Border Collie who is available for adoption. She is about 2 years old, she is 5 pounds underweight at 30 pounds, and she has that classic black and white Border Collie coat with a long, white-tipped tail. Misha is housebroken, she loves her crate, and she is just starting to learn her basic obedience commands. She is a bit nervous when walking on leash, but once the walking starts she settles nicely and seems to enjoy all the new smells along the way. Misha is also a good passenger in the car!
Misha loves people, although she is quite shy when she meets a new person. You can tell that she REALLY wants to make friends though, and she approaches new people in a submissive, tail-wagging way. And once she is comfortable, Misha is a medium-to-high Velcro girl who is all about belly rubs, pets, cuddles and climbing into your lap! Misha also loves other dogs, especially playful and easy-going dogs like her. She is a medium energy girl who loves to play chase and wrestle with her dog pals, explore her yard, play a bit with toys (she is just learning how fun toys can be!) and get as many pets and belly rubs as possible. Misha is not a huge fan of cats but she is learning that they are nothing to be worried about.
The ideal family for Misha is loving and easy-going, with room in their lives for a little sweetie. It is also important that her new family has the patience to be there for this little girl while she blossoms into the happy, confident young dog we all know she will be. A fenced yard is required, another easy-going, playful young dog in the home would be perfect, and because young children make her nervous any children in the home should be at least 10 years old. Misha is a wonderful young dog who is absolutely ready to move on to her forever home, and if you would like to review our adoption process and complete an application please visit our website, www.sohodogrescue.org. Misha is fostered in Graham, NC.

Sadie is the sweetest little Border Collie puppy who is now available for adoption. She is about 14 weeks old (DOB 4/8/...
07/24/2024

Sadie is the sweetest little Border Collie puppy who is now available for adoption. She is about 14 weeks old (DOB 4/8/24), she weighs 20 pounds, and she has that typical black and white Border Collie coat with lots of freckles on her nose! Sadie is crate-trained, she is almost fully housebroken, and she is making great progress with the basic obedience commands. She walks pretty well on leash for a puppy, and while she is not a huge fan of car rides she does well if one of her dog buddies goes with her.
Sadie loves all humans all the time – Sadie is a happy, outgoing little girl! Sadie is a medium Velcro puppy who wants to be close to her people but she does not always have to be in your lap. She is happy to lay somewhere close by and chew on her dog bone or play with a toy. Sadie also loves other dogs! She is a feisty little thing who loves to play with all dogs of all sizes. This medium energy puppy loves to play with her dog pals, play with her toys, splash around in the water, investigate the chickens and just be with the rest of the household. And of course, this little munchkin loves to snuggle and settle in for a quiet evening with her family. She is even good around the family cat!
The ideal family for Sadie is active, loving, and ready to welcome a happy young puppy into their home. It is also very important that her new family is committed to continuing her training so that this little cutie grows up to be the BEST DOG EVER!!! A fenced yard is required, another playful dog or two would be ideal, and any children in the home should be at least 10 years old. Little Sadie has a big personality and a big heart, and if you would like to review our adoption process and complete an application please visit our website, www.sohodogrescue.org. Sadie is fostered in Simpsonville, SC.

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Who wants to play ball? It’s Milo! Milo is still searching for his forever home. This friendly, handsome guy LOVES to play ball and has asked us for the following: - someone to play ball with! - a nice yard for playing ball - a couch to curl up on with his person after they play ball Milo is 7 years old, located in Ocala, Florida, and ready for a forever family! Check out more about Milo and fill out an application on our website: https://www.sohodogrescue.com/post/coming-attraction-milo-ocala-fl-1

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