Meet Banks!
Banks is a spirited seven-and-a-half-year-old Australian Cattle Dog/Border Collie mix who embodies determination. He's a handsome 38-pound boy with a striking merle coat, and he proudly navigates the world on three legs. An accident led to the amputation of a rear leg, but it never slowed him down. In fact, he may be the fastest tripod you will ever meet! He rockets after a tennis ball with jaw-dropping speed, pivots like a seasoned athlete, and returns for another throw with bright eyes that say, “Again?” Ball is life, and he would happily play fetch for hours, making his daily one to two hours of vigorous exercise both easy and joyful!
Banks is brilliantly trained and thrives on structure. He confidently responds to sit, down, stay, heel, place, come, fetch, leave it, crate, and even “good night” when it is time to settle in. He will fetch the paper and politely offer a post-bath shake on cue. Smart, food-motivated, and eager to please, he shines with positive reinforcement and would flourish in agility, working, or farm environments. He is affectionate to his core and cuddles as close as physically possible, leaning into his people with complete devotion. He is generally friendly with other dogs and welcoming toward adults, though he would benefit from an experienced pet parent who can continue guiding him through resource guarding tendencies around food. Loud noises like vacuums can make him uneasy, so calm leadership helps him feel secure.
Ideal Home
Banks needs a new loving home with significant outdoor space, no young children, and dedicated caregivers who can match his energy and commitment to training. He also needs someone with experience with his breed or other working or agility dogs who understands the drive, intelligence, and daily structure that help him truly thrive.
Ongoing Health
Banks's rear leg was amputated due to an accident. He is otherwise vaccinated, neutered, and microchipped.
Training & Support
Banks is brilliantly trained and knows many commands. He would benefit from continued guidance with resource guarding tendencies around food, and calm leadership to help him feel secure around loud noises.
Application Details:
- Applications start by contacting us through Wags.
Transporation
Banks is currently in Berkeley, CA. He is open to a long-distance adoption.
