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The following border collies mixes are available through other agencies or as independent placements by owners.  The adoption of the dogs listed below will be handled by the individual home or shelter listed in the dog's bio.  Glen Highland Farm is available to assist if needed.  For more information about these dogs, please use the contact information provided with each dog.
Glen Highland Farm volunteers have temperament tested those dogs displaying the GHF logo in their bio on the date indicated.  The evaluation and information provided is accurate, only as of that date.  All others are listed solely as a courtesy.

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PLEASE BE AWARE that you need to check people out before handing over your dog to someone you do not know. There are unscrupulous people who appear to be good adopters so be cautious and check references, especially asking for a neighbor's phone number so you can be sure that the information about them is accurate. We recommend a  TRANSFER OF  OWNERSHIP agreement so that you can have some written agreement about  your dog's future situation in the event it does not work out for the person to keep the dog. It is important to insure that your dog does not eventually land in a shelter where he or she could be euthanized.  Instead, the person agrees in writing to notify you so that you can then step in and take an appropriate course of action. 

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Dogs located in New Jersey
BUDDY, a 2 yr old, 75lb border collie mix ....  if it wasn't for his size, you'd believe he is a purebred border collie.  He has lots of toy interest, lots of energy, and lots of desire to please.  Buddy gets long with all dogs - changing his play style depending on the dog.  GHF volunteers met Buddy and concluded he has no temperament issues - he takes treat with a soft mouth, has no handling issues, is engaging and loves his tennis balls and frisbee. He does tend to jump on people and still has many puppy mannerisms.  Buddy will need a savvy guardian, someone that will set boundaries for him, engage him in obedience, and give him the exercise he needs.  Buddy is looking for a new home because he has "out grown" his current house and he needs more activity then he's currently getting.  An agreement of neutering will be required for adoption.  You can get more information about Buddy from his 'furmom" Olga at orsmith13@aol.com   He is located in Vineland NJ
Dogs located in New York 
Hi I'm Charley. I'm a border collie mix and I think the other part is Skiperky. I am around 12 years young and still raring to go. My mom runs me off lead for 4-6 miles everyday rain or shine and that's part of the problem. We run on the canal and I go faster in the woods. I usually run back to the house but sometimes I like to go visit the neighbors. They don't mind if fact some of them invite me in for a treat and a little visit. One couple, the husband has me go in and wake up his wife from her nap. They're always happy to see me. But sometimes I go to a house that doesn't know me and animal control gets called. Then my mom gets in trouble and gets a lecture. Animal control has been good to me too and sometimes just brings me home. but lately I'm running short on they're good graces. I also like to hang out on the back deck where I have my own lounge chair and lots of comfy blankets. I like to sit for a while and watch the world go by but then I get bored and want to go visiting. Mom put up a good fence but I'm real good at finding little weak spots I can wiggle through. Then I like to go over to the nearby hospital and visit the emergency room. Sometimes I go to the senior citizen center and sometimes I go to the drug rehab area where the young men are living. They let me in to play for a while then call my mom to come pick me up. Her number is on my collar. I am so smart I've learned how to work the automatic doors at the hospital entrance and one day walked into the surgical center. I went woo woo woo and sure enough somebody paid attention to me. I know all this is getting my mom in trouble but I miss being around a lot of people. Men and little kids are my favorite. When mom has a contractor come to the house to fix something I hang out with the boys and keep an eye on their work. If mom calls me away I hide behind one of the guys, maybe she won't notice. My mom loves me and even cooks me a hamburger for dinner every night but I think we would both be happier if I was in a home with a bunch of kids and some land to run on. My mom is getting older and I'm not ha ha. I get along with everybody, dogs and kids of all ages. I can be totally trusted around babies and toddlers. I usually lay down and let them rub my belly. I'm neutered and have all my shots. I jump into the bathtub on command and heel offlead. I'm a great talker and woo  woo woo usually means hurry up with my dinner, or just pay attention to me. I'm not the best watch dog because everybody is a potential friend. My mom will keep me until somebody else will give me a better place so here is her info so you can let her know. Leslie Gums. 2735 Ridgeway Ave., Rochester, NY,14626, 585-355-5971. Thanks for reading my profile and oh I'm good with cats too. Merry Christmas Love Charley. Anything else you need to know give me a call. WooWooWoo.

Sam is a dear sweet boy who was reported to the dog catcher and brought to a veterinary office back in July when he was spotted wandering in a rural area near Syracuse, NY. He is probably a border-collie black lab mix, basically healthy and fit, about 6-7 years old, neutered, up-to-date with his shots, and very, very nice. He has been well-cared for at sometime in the past: is respectful, gentle, well mannered, knows basic commands, shakes hands, and appears to get along with everyone, including other dogs and cats. He would be a lovely companion in anyone’s home, but he will need someone willing to take care of his skin allergies: he was missing a lot of hair when found – it is now almost all grown back and expected to return in full, but he will need special shampoos and medication for the rest of his life.

Please think about bringing this good dog home – he is certain to more than repay any chance he is given: you only have to look into his eyes to see how special he is. He can be found at Lake Country Veterinary Clinic on Cherry Valley Turnpike (Route 20), Marcellus, NY, phone 315-673-4858.

“DUNCAN”

Loving Border Collie Mix (West Seneca)

Duncan is the SWEETEST Border Collie mix you will ever meet! Recently graying around his face, don't let his10yrs of exploring here fool you! He is still as spritey as ever, still loves to play, chase, go on walks, and people-please. He has lots more time left, and lots more love to give.

He LOVES LOVES LOVES his people! He only gets sweeter and sweeter with age, and those that get to know him all adore him. He usually has to warm up to people, but his shyness has always been overcome by offering him good food! At some point before he came to me he learned to smile, and it's really funny when he tries to charm you by smiling to stay in your lap a little longer!

I am having to find a new perfect home for Duncan. He is housebroken and does well on a leash, and is neutered, UTD on shots until Feb 2013 & fully vetted. Please LMK if you or someone you know would like to give this great boy a great home.

I will gladly pay for all food and any medical bills for him until he finds a permanent home.
(865) 201-0409 
Lucy1277@gmail.com

Emma
Yellow Lab/Border Collie Mix
DOB: Feburary 13, 2009
Spayed and all up to date on vaccines (have all paperwork)
On Heartgard and Advantage each month.
She is Natural Balance dry dog food.

She is a high energy dog, SUPER cuddly and lovable.
She needs someone who will run her, let her run off-leash in a safe area, and play fetch with her (this is her favorite game!)
She has lived with another dog and gets along with most dogs - I haven't had a problem with that yet!
She has also lived with a cat and has gotten along with the cat just fine as well.
Emma has been around small children, men, women, and has been fine around all people.
She is crate trained (she would stay in her crate when I was working, and would sleep in her crate as well - she LOVES her little space!) and potty trained.
She has basic obedience training - brought her to a six week training program.
She knows "sit, stay, down, shake, come" and does NOT pull on her leash when walking and running - she is VERY obedient to her "family" and her "pack leader". She does very well with training and LIKES to be trained. (I practice with her at least 3 times a week with her training she has learned.

She LOVES the water, the ocean, and any type of play with water - she even LOVES bath time!! (She sometimes drinks water while I am bathing her).


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I adopted Emma from a Rescue myself, and I absolutely adore and love her. I am moving to NYC, and I am afraid of her not being able to get another space and exercise for her type of breed. I am moving because I have to take a job that was offered to me, and I could not pass up (especially in this economy). My LAST thing I wanted to do was to have to give Emma up, as she is my child, but I also need to be able to further my career and have income to support myself first. I know Emma will be wonderful in a place that has a yard, and room for her to run around - as that is what she is used to, and what she has had her whole life. 

Meg Donnelly
315-271-9529
Say "Hello" to Molly!  I’m a female Border Collie mix, about three years old. I was with my family for around a year and a half. Before that, the other family who had me was mean to me. So I’m a little shy when I first meet people. But I’d never hurt anyone. I just need to know you don’t mean me any harm. Then, I’ll sit by you, put my head on your knee, and snuggle for as long as you want me to.  I weigh 55lbs. and I have a thick, fluffy coat that’s silky and shiny and snuggly as a teddy bear’s. I live peacefully with cats and even love little Bruno the Min-Pin. But I confess, I just can’t get along with pushy female dogs who won’t show me respect.

for more information visit Molly's webpage at www.theanimalsupportproject.org/Molly.html 

The Animal Support Project * PO Box 68 * Cropseyville * NY * 12052
Cell Phone: (518) 727-8591 Answering Machine: (518) 663-8199
Dogs located in Pennsylvania 
LULU'S SAYS MEET ROCKET!  Our 1 year old 38lb Border Collie boy with a happy playful spirit!  Rocket loves to play with other dogs who can keep up with his playful energy.  Rocket is great with children and adults and loves to be the center of attention - he's a bit of a comedian....Rocket is doing great with leash training and loves a brisk walk, or better yet, a run!  Rocket's foster mom says, "He is smart; very trainable.  In a few hours, has learned sit and does so 50% of time.  Give us another day and he will have it down pat.  He loves to be close; loves human contact but yet will stay by himself quietly.  He loves retrieving balls and playing with his cloth Frisbee. He could be the next national Frisbee champion.   He is a BC mix; more BC than anything else.  He loves running around in the backyard and can cover the perimeter in no time flat.  He will chase small animals so we don't think he'd so well in a home with cats. He loves to lie partially in your lap while chewing a chew treat; just loves to be close.  When he hears something new in the house, he will cock his head right and left; it is so cute.  He is precious. "  Rocket is hoping to find a forever home, could it be with you?   Rocket is up to date on vaccines, neutered and heartworm negative.  His adoption fee is $295.  Please visit our website WWW.LULUSRESCUE.COM and click on the ADOPT tab for an extensive overview of our process. LULU'S SAYS THANK YOU FOR ADOPTING, YOU ARE Rocket's HERO!
  Kristin@lulusrescue.com     www.lulusrescue.com
Corky needs a home- can you help? Here's what his foster family said about him: "Corky is an energetic, medium-sized pup who is friendly and affectionate, crate trained and house-trained. He's a smart boy who has completed a basic obedience course and learned the "sit/stay/down/come' cues. Corky enjoys walks , playing ball in the yard, and being with his family. He'd do best with an active person or couple who could take him on long walks and hikes. However, small children make him nervous, so his ideal home would be one with adults only )teenagers are okay, though). He's also not a fan of having other dogs get too close, so he'd be perfect for folks who just want to be a 'one-dog' family!

Corky was adopted at the age of 3 months, but his new home turned out to be a not-quite-perfect fit for him. Unfortunately, we didn't have any open foster homes, so poor Corky had to go to the boarding kennel :-(  The good news is that our wonderful "kennel walkers" have been working with him on obedience training and leash-walking skills, and he's learned how to relax around other dogs (as long as they don't get too close for comfort :-)  He has completed two dog-and-person 5K races, and he breezed by those other dogs without batting an eye. (Did we mention that Corky is an awesome jogging partner?) He has a lot of energy and with his intelligence, athletic ability and speed, Corky would probably do well in some type of canine sport like agility. He can be selective with men and does best with those who ignore him and let Corky take his time warming up to them.  Now about 18 months old, Corky needs to get out of the kennel and into a home with someone who can give him the attention he needs and deserves. 

Please contact: Colleen Campbell  Almost Home Dog Rescue Volunteer (South East Pa.) 215-272-5932  collcampbell@comcast.net

This is Joe a doberman/border collie mix. Joe is a tall boy with lots of energy. ...perfect as a family pet or jogging partner as he likes alot of activity around him. Joe loves to play ball and carry things, what a great dog for agility training or service dog. Friendly, but a little shy at first , this boy warms up quickly with some treats and playtime! Joe is housebroken and knows some commands. He is 1 1/2 years old and would LOVE a fenced yard to run in. He would do best as the only dog since he's so into his people.

Adoption application and information on the website http://www.dprwpa.com/ 


Jet is a 10 month old border collie mix. He was found as a stray by the PA state police with his sister. His sister was adopted but Jet is waiting for his forever home! He loves playing with female dogs and comes up to anyone- he just wants to be pet! His favorite activities are playing fetch, and laying down for a belly rub. He is such a special boy and will melt your heart once you meet him. If you are interested in adopting Jet and would like more information please contact Clarion Pups at clarionpups@gmail.com

Sophie aka Smokey was pulled from a filled shelter the day she was to be put down.  The rescue who was suppose to take her did not reply once she was safe. Spayed, has her shots, 42 lb. housebroken sweetheart.  On heart worm preventative, ready to go. LOVES car rides and bonds to humans easily. Adult, over 6 years old but acts 2.  Rips around the yard with my 2 year old Cattle Dog. Home check and adoption contract needed.  She is in SW Pennsylvania.  Contact Joanne at  lacysmom@comcast.net. (She has been DNA tested - results are Akita/Welsh Corge mix)

Joanne M. Cook - Lacysmom4ever - Air Force Major Retired


Dogs located throughout the Northeast 
HARLEY is 8mo UTD neutered border collie mix. He weighs 72lbs. He is housetrained and cratetrained. He knows basic commands: sit, down, stay, wait, come, up, etc. He is well socialized with both dogs and people. He goes to doggie daycare at least twice a week and attends a two hour outddoor training session every Sunday. He is shy of men and may initially bark, but once he's comfortable he is very good.   He is shy of men because the original owner's boyfriend was abusive. He is very sweet and loves to cuddle. He needs a new home quickly due to a move. He is in the central Massachusetts area.
CONTACTNancy Julian  n_julian@hotmail.com   617-232-1177 

Hogan is an 8-year-old smooth-coated Border Collie mix.  

He is neutered and up-to date on his shots.  Hogan has had basic obedience training and knows “sit,” “down,” “stay,” “wait,” “come” and “off.” He knows hand signals as well as voice commands.  Hogan has been introduced to agility training.  He learns quickly and seems to enjoy the challenge.  He makes a great running partner.  Hogan’s leash manners are fair—he could use a brush-up on walking politely.  We walk him with a “gentle leader” and this works well to address the issue of pulling.  He is crate trained.  

We adopted Hogan from a family who gave him up because he did not do well with children.  We have learned that Hogan needs a home without cats.

Hogan has the high prey drive that is typical of Border Collies and we have been unable to convince him that the cat is a member of our family.  Hogan has been trained on an invisible fence that worked very well for him in a country setting.  However, due to his high prey drive a solid fence would be required for his safety if there is traffic nearby.  Hogan barks at strangers walking by and when a strange car pulls in the driveway, but he is not an excessive barker.  He is shy at first with people but warms up quickly.    Hogan can be possessive of food, toys and “his” people.  He will sit and wait until he is given the “okay” to eat.  He is very smart, willing to learn, and really is a sweet boy.  He loves to have his ears scratched or his belly rubbed.  

The ideal home for Hogan would be an experienced dog home without children and without other animals.  Hogan is not a super high energy BC, he likes to go for walks/run/agility class, but he also likes to hang out on the couch while you watch TV, sleep at your feet while you are on the computer, or climb in bed with you if you let him. 

If you think you would be a good fit for Hogan, please give us a call (evenings) 207-491-4630 or e-mail: run26@tds.net . There is no re-homing fee, but references and a home visit would be required.

 

Links to other Border Collie Rescues in the Eastern US


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217 Pegg Rd, Morris, NY 13808  phone: (607) 263-5415  Fax: (607) 263-5325