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Hey there! I’m Stevie, a 3.5-year-old Mini Aussie Shepherd, weighing in at 41 pounds of pure cuteness and sass. I’m an expert at balancing playtime and relaxation. One minute I’m chasing balls and playing fetch, and the next, I’m snuggled up with you on the couch, soaking up all the attention. If you’re looking for a dog who will follow you around like your personal shadow, I’m your girl! I’m a big fan of car rides, so if you’re heading out, count me in.

I’m super smart (I mean, I am an Aussie, after all), and I pick up new tricks faster than you can say “sit.” I know all the essentials like sit, down, come, heel, and go potty. I’m also a fan of puzzle toys to keep my brain sharp. Oh, and did I mention I LOVE kisses? I’ve got an adorable way of getting attention—I’ll paw at your hand to pull it towards me for a pet session. It's my signature move!

I do need a little reminder to heel on walks since I get a bit excited, but I’m getting better every day. I’m also a bit of a resource guarder with my food (don’t mess with my snacks!), but I’m good with my resident dog and even enjoy playing and relaxing with him.

I’m not a big fan of crates, but I’m perfectly happy hanging out at home while you’re gone. I’m potty trained, super polite, and know how to let you know exactly what I need—whether it’s a drink, a snack, or a trip outside.

If you're looking for a sweet, cuddly, and playful girl who loves a good fetch game and knows how to make you laugh every day, I think we’re going to be the perfect match! Let’s make some memories together, okay?

**Obedience classes are required when adopting this puppy from Underdog Rescue.  Many of our puppies have a mama who had a past life as a breeder or stray and was not properly socialized before coming to Underdog Rescue.  Since coming to Underdog, this puppy has been in a socialized and loving home, but that needs to be continued with its Adopters.  Training classes teach puppies the ins and outs of being a pet while creating a bond with their new Adopter.  Obedience classes are key to creating a relationship with your puppy while having it be a happy and successful member of society.   Proof of Obedience Class registration is required for this puppy before adoptions can be finalized.  If you would like some suggestions, we would be happy to send some trainers who have experience with Underdog Rescue, but a Basic Obedience class in your area should work!

This puppy requires an application fee. This fee must be paid within 24 hours or your application will be considered void.          We will not review or contact applicants that have not completed the payment portion.

Puppy Applications will be responded to within 5 business days, after receipt of the application fee.  Please understand that paying the fee does not guarantee you will be approved to adopt the puppy. Our goal is place puppies in homes that are suited for their individual needs. You may be willing and able to provide a great home, but if it doesn’t meet the specific needs of the puppy, we will not approve your application.

We accept applications for puppies until we have a candidate that meets all of the requirements needed for the specific puppy and they have been contacted to review the adoption process as well as agree to all of the terms to move forward.

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If you have other questions about me you can email Underdog Rescue at <inquiries@underdogrescuemn.com>

ADOPTION EVENTS:     

Adoption events are updated at the top of each dogs animals' as their foster home signs up. Check back for updates on which events they will be attending. If an event is not listed within their bio above, the animal is not planning to attend.  Please understand that all of our pets are in volunteer foster homes and sometimes "life" happens and the foster family cannot make it to their scheduled adoption event. If you are traveling from a far distance to meet a specific animal, please understand we cannot guarantee event attendance. We recommend filling out an application and we will set up a private appointment. Private appointments are only scheduled after an application is submitted and approved.

ADOPTION PROCEDURE:

FOSTER CARE:

All of our animals are fostered in individual homes or doggie daycare facilities. While they are in our care, they are part of our families and given lots of love. We work on training, crate-training and socialization prior to adoption, but each bio is written by the foster as they see them, in their home. Each animal's behavior is evaluated and we have a sense of its temperament and personality, but it cannot be guaranteed. We look for adopters who will give each animal the wonderful life and permanent home that he or she deserves in time and with patience.  If you have an interest and ability to be a foster home, please visit our website  www.underdogrescuemn.com/foster-applications  and fill out a foster application.

NUTRITION:

Nutrition is vital to the rehabilitation and life-long health of our pets.  All of our foster animals are fed a premium diet such as NutriSource, Canidae, Orijen, Nature's Variety, Fromm, Pure Vita, Stella and Chewy's, Primal, or balanced raw diet.  All adopters are required to continue providing premium diets for the life of the animal.

YOU CAN HELP:

Not able to foster or adopt right now? Please consider sponsoring an Underdog. Your donation will help us buy dog food and pay for medical costs. Visit this link  www.underdogrescuemn.com/donate   to donate. 
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