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Tux

Australian Shepherd / Husky / Mixed (long coat) · Adult (3 years 11 months) · Male · Medium · Yreka, CA

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Notes from Rescue Ranch

Meet Tux

I'm a loyal boy who's made incredible progress in foster care, and now I'm looking for someone willing to keep helping me shine.

I'm house-trained, walk well on a leash, and enjoy outings to stores like Home Depot where I stay calm around people. At home, I take my job as protector seriously, so I need slow introductions to new visitors. Once I know you're safe, I'm a sweet, devoted companion.

I'd do best as the only dog in a patient home where I can continue building confidence. I'd likely do well with calm, respectful children who understand I need time to adjust.

Tux's Highlights:

House-trained

Walks great on a leash

Good on public outings

Loyal and protective

Loves treats

Not cat tested

Tux doesn't need a perfect home—he just needs the right one. If you're willing to earn his trust, you'll gain a best friend who's worth every bit of the journey.

Thank you for considering adopting a Rescue Ranch dog. While they are with us, each and every rescue dog receives the best of care in a loving and nurturing environment. Their routines include daily playgroups or partnering with dog buddies, quality time walking or being groomed, and two meals a day with dog biscuits for dessert.

About Tux

Gets along with

Dogs
Yes

Home and care

Indoor or outdoor
Indoor and Outdoor
Grooming needs
Moderate
With new people
Cautious
Training
Has Basic Training
Coat
Long

Health

Special needs
No

AffectionateEven-temperedGentleGood in the carGoofyIntelligentLeash-trainedOlder kids only

As listed by Rescue Ranch. Please confirm anything important with them before you adopt.

What happens next

  1. Contact Rescue Ranch using the button. AdoptNearby does not take applications.
  2. They will send you their application or ask a few questions about your home.
  3. Most organizations arrange a meet, sometimes a home visit, then a small adoption fee that usually covers spay or neuter and vaccines. That fee is paid to Rescue Ranch, never to AdoptNearby.
  4. Read the dogs care guide so you arrive prepared.
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