Scout

Scout is a 60-pound Border Collie/Aussie mix, estimated to be around 4 years old.

Scout adores people, especially the ones he considers his own. He loves deeply and shows it in the sweetest ways--offering his paw, rolling over for belly rubs, or rubbing his head against you to ask for more snuggles.

While his breed mix might suggest endless energy, Scout is actually more medium-energy than high-energy. A daily walk plus some playtime--whether that's tug-of-war, wrestling, or just goofing around--is enough to keep him happy. More than anything, he simply wants to be near his people and will happily follow you everywhere.

Scout is learning to enjoy other dogs and generally does best with slow, thoughtful introductions. He tends to prefer female dogs his size or smaller. He's also wonderful with kids of all ages and seems to recognize them as excellent sources of playtime, affection, and snuggles.

Scout is smart, eager to learn, and highly motivated by liver treats. He already knows sit and down, and is working on stay and leave it. He is also crate trained and potty trained.

Scout has a few scars, both physical and emotional, but with patience and love, he continues to blossom. He's learning how to simply be a dog and is adapting beautifully with gentle guidance.

Scout would thrive in a loving home with people committed to helping him continue healing and building confidence. A yard would be a bonus for playtime, but it isn't necessary as long as he gets regular walks and enrichment.

If Scout sounds like the guy for you, please complete an application at http://caws.org/adoption-application. Dogs are not placed on a first-come, first-serve basis. We strive to find the perfect home for each animal. Applications may take up to 48 hours to process. All CAWS animals are fixed, microchipped, and vaccinated. His adoption fee is $200. If you are interested in adopting a CAWS pet, please fill out an online application at https://caws.org/adoption-application