Hi friends with thumbs! My name is Rango, an independent and friendly spirit who wants to explore the world with you.
I'm an intelligent, house-trained pup and an absolute dream on leash. I'm crate-trained and will get in my crate when I know you're getting ready to leave. Although I'm a pretty easygoing guy, "Adventure" is definitely my middle name as I LOVE my outdoor time—a time to search for critters and sniff everything in sight.
Have you ever met a dog that likes to play hide and seek? This is one of my favorite activities to play with my humans! Sometimes I get so excited when my human jumps out from their hiding spot that I'll run circles around them! My favorite toys other than tennis balls are of the squeaky and stuffed variety.
Although I adore my humans, I'm quite mindful of their personal space and won't get jumpy. I'm a little shy when you first meet me, but it won't take long for me to become a faithful follower. Before long, I'll hop on the couch next to you to receive some nice belly rubs. I'm a very affectionate old pup who certainly loves to nuzzle.
I'm also training to become the best dog I can be with Austin Pets Alive!'s Total Obedience Program (TOP), which is modeled after the AKC's Canine Good Citizen (CGC) test. Skills I'm learning include sit and down, walking nicely on leash, sitting calmly when approached by strangers or other dogs, staying in a sit or down until told "free," and coming when called. Once I successfully complete all the skills in my training plan, I'll be considered TOP Dog Ready!
If you're looking for the perfect sidekick to keep you entertained on all your adventures, I'd be honored if you'd pick me to be yours!
Sex: Male
Looks Like: Cattle Dog, Australian (Red Heeler) Mix
Current Weight: 47 pounds
Age: 8 years, 1 month
Bark Notes: I could potentially live with older children and a well-matched dog friend. I have been left home alone successfully.
About Austin Pets Alive!
Austin Pets Alive! is a private 501(c)3 nonprofit organization dedicated to stopping the killing of Austin’s adoptable dogs and cats.
About H-E-B
H‑E‑B is one of the largest independent food retailers in the nation. Today H‑E‑B serves families all over Texas and Mexico in 155 communities, with more than 340 stores and over 100,000 employees.
About Well Beyond Care
Well Beyond Care provides the tools that help you plan care and allow your loved ones to safely age in place. It is the only company that teaches families and individuals how to find and manage affordable non-medical in-home care, while solving the chronic problems of caregiver truancy and turnover.
Interested in adopting me? Please contact adopt@srgserv.com.
Note: This pet may have found their forever home since the publishing of this article. To see other adoptable senior cuties, visit here.