Welcome to Aussie Rescue of Ontario, Canada!
These Australian Shepherds are in the ARPH program and are available in Ontario.
Please note: If you are interested in adopting an ARPH dog you must first complete an adoption application which can be found here, or by calling 1-877-ARPH-779.
Approval requires a check of the references you submit, a vet check and usually entails a home visit. This process can take a few weeks. Please remember that all positions in ARPH are held by volunteers who donate their available time for the benefit of these dogs.
All ARPH dogs are altered before adoption and all shots are up to date. They have also been tested for heartworm and either dewormed or fecal tested.
ARPH's standard adoption fee for a fully vetted dog is $300 CDN or US. Any donations above the standard fee will help to offset any necessary expenses, and are tax deductible (for U.S. residents only). Occasionally, the fee may be lowered for special needs dogs and some senior dogs. Unaltered puppies require an additional spay/neuter deposit which is refunded upon proof of spay/neuter, per ARPH's adoption contract.
Arctic Blue ARPH #12260
Arctic Blue ARPH #12260
is a happy, 2 year old, neutered male Australian shepherd. Arctic is a larger Australian Shepherd and has a lovely full fluffy white coat with light, blue merle markings.
Arctic is one smart guy and has learned the things we have taught him quickly. He watches very carefully. Why, might you ask, is he such an observant guy? He relies more
heavily on his other senses because he is deaf. He is deaf because someone permitted or encouraged the breeding of two dogs which each carried the merle gene. He
inherited this gene from each of his parents, resulting in deafness for him. Dogs that are bred this way and inherit the merle gene from both parents may also have
issues with their sight. Arctic's sight works just fine thank you very much. Arctic walks nicely on a leash, knows signals for down, sit, drop what is in your mouth
and a couple of other tricks.
Arctic is an excitable dog. When he initially came into rescue he could not be calm and quiet by himself. He has worked hard and can now be left and will remain quiet and calm in his crate and in other familiar scenarios. He continues to work hard on calmness and his ability to calm himself in other situations. Arctic learns very quickly, so when he learns that a particular action gets him what he wants he has no qualms about repeating that action, whether the action is desired by the people around him or not (be aware of what your dog finds rewarding).
Arctic currently lives with two other Australian Shepherds and has had other visiting dogs stay in his foster home while he has been there. He gentles himself very nicely when playing and interacting with small dogs. He has shown an interest in chasing cats and other smaller critters out of doors so life with a cat may not be for him. There are no cats in his foster home. He has behaved very nicely around the young children he has met so far, but he has not lived with children. He loves to go for trips in the car. In controlled situations where he has been off leash he checks in with his handler nicely and returns on request at a very quick pace. All in all this handsome boy is a delightful dog who loves to learn. Arctic's favourite scenario is a home life with just his humans and dog friends and companions to play with in a safe area.
Arctic lives in the Ottawa area.
If you are up to the challenge, have ALREADY been approved to adopt from ARPH and would like to HEAR more about Arctic, then please contact Kim at ottawa.aussies@gmail.com.
Arctic is an excitable dog. When he initially came into rescue he could not be calm and quiet by himself. He has worked hard and can now be left and will remain quiet and calm in his crate and in other familiar scenarios. He continues to work hard on calmness and his ability to calm himself in other situations. Arctic learns very quickly, so when he learns that a particular action gets him what he wants he has no qualms about repeating that action, whether the action is desired by the people around him or not (be aware of what your dog finds rewarding).
Arctic currently lives with two other Australian Shepherds and has had other visiting dogs stay in his foster home while he has been there. He gentles himself very nicely when playing and interacting with small dogs. He has shown an interest in chasing cats and other smaller critters out of doors so life with a cat may not be for him. There are no cats in his foster home. He has behaved very nicely around the young children he has met so far, but he has not lived with children. He loves to go for trips in the car. In controlled situations where he has been off leash he checks in with his handler nicely and returns on request at a very quick pace. All in all this handsome boy is a delightful dog who loves to learn. Arctic's favourite scenario is a home life with just his humans and dog friends and companions to play with in a safe area.
Arctic lives in the Ottawa area.
If you are up to the challenge, have ALREADY been approved to adopt from ARPH and would like to HEAR more about Arctic, then please contact Kim at ottawa.aussies@gmail.com.
Sydney ARPH #12806
If I use the words... love, fantastic, adorable, excellent several times, you'll know why when you meet this sweetheart. Above intelligence, Sydney ARPH #12806
always seems to know what I want from her or she has it figured out what I am up to. Syd absolutely loves to play with toys, tug of war and is fantastic at catching her frizbee. Sydney is excellent with other dogs. Great on or off leash. Don't have to worry about recall as she never leaves my side.
She loves to hang out with me no matter what I am up to. She loves her crate "bed" and will go in when you tell her and you don't even have to shut the door. She will stay there until she is called. Sometimes she just goes in to nap.
This little redhead is kind, loving and adorable. Always at the door to greet me after a long day at work and just puts her head in my lap and looks up at me with those amber eyes as if to say "I'm so happy you're home". Sydney loves the car and is really good and well behaved. I have to chuckle when I look back in the rear view mirror it looks like I'm driving "Miss Daisy".
This girl is an excellent dog in the house, on walks and in the car. All she needs is a loving forever home with people who will love her and treat her with kindess. In return she will love endlessly and make you smile everyday.
Of all the dogs I have fostered and all the dogs my daughter has fostered it's hard not to fall in love with these beautiful animals. This little girl I will miss and she will take a little piece of my heart with her. Sydney needs to go to a home without small children. Sydney is spayed and fully up to date on vaccinations.
If you would like more information about Sydney and have been approved to adopt from ARPH you can contact Kim at ottawa.aussies@gmail.com.
This little redhead is kind, loving and adorable. Always at the door to greet me after a long day at work and just puts her head in my lap and looks up at me with those amber eyes as if to say "I'm so happy you're home". Sydney loves the car and is really good and well behaved. I have to chuckle when I look back in the rear view mirror it looks like I'm driving "Miss Daisy".
This girl is an excellent dog in the house, on walks and in the car. All she needs is a loving forever home with people who will love her and treat her with kindess. In return she will love endlessly and make you smile everyday.
Of all the dogs I have fostered and all the dogs my daughter has fostered it's hard not to fall in love with these beautiful animals. This little girl I will miss and she will take a little piece of my heart with her. Sydney needs to go to a home without small children. Sydney is spayed and fully up to date on vaccinations.
If you would like more information about Sydney and have been approved to adopt from ARPH you can contact Kim at ottawa.aussies@gmail.com.
Adoption Pending!
Cooper ARPH #11866
Cooper ARPH #11866
Meet Cooper ARPH #11866 He is 9 years young and wants everyone to be his friend.
Cooper came by some unfortunate circumstances and unfortunately had to be surrendered to rescue. He has been well loved for his first 9 years and is looking for someone special to spend his next years with.
Cooper knows all his basic commands and some tricks. He is housebroken and crate trained. Who needs a crate, though, as he is a perfect boy and he will be content to lie in his bed and snooze until you come home.
When you do get home, though, there is nobody more excited to see you! He really knows how to wiggle that aussie butt and turn himself into a doughnut.
Cooper was so good about sticking to his diet that he's lost all the extra weight he had when he arrived! He is now able to enjoy some yummy treats. He is very food motivated. Cooper is most interested in spending his time with his people. Cuddling or just lying at your feet is his specialty. He loves pets, scritches and tummy rubs and offers a smile while enjoying that attention.
Cooper is fine with all other dogs. He much prefers human company, though. He is currently living with two cats and is more interested in their food than in them! He loves to go for car rides and is a perfect gentleman in the car. In fact, he waits very patiently and is watching for your return when you run errands. Cooper also like to go for walks, although his curiosity and excitement when meeting other people means he sometime pulls too much on leash. But he's a big lovebug who wants to share that love with others.
Cooper is on thyroid tabs but he has been checked and his functions are doing very well. He will need to continue these for his remaining years.
If someone has a soft dog bed, and some time to spend with him, Cooper would be very happy. All you have to do is meet him to see what a very special boy he is!
If ARPH approved please contact Nicole at: aussierescue@gmail.com for more information.
Cooper was so good about sticking to his diet that he's lost all the extra weight he had when he arrived! He is now able to enjoy some yummy treats. He is very food motivated. Cooper is most interested in spending his time with his people. Cuddling or just lying at your feet is his specialty. He loves pets, scritches and tummy rubs and offers a smile while enjoying that attention.
Cooper is fine with all other dogs. He much prefers human company, though. He is currently living with two cats and is more interested in their food than in them! He loves to go for car rides and is a perfect gentleman in the car. In fact, he waits very patiently and is watching for your return when you run errands. Cooper also like to go for walks, although his curiosity and excitement when meeting other people means he sometime pulls too much on leash. But he's a big lovebug who wants to share that love with others.
Cooper is on thyroid tabs but he has been checked and his functions are doing very well. He will need to continue these for his remaining years.
If someone has a soft dog bed, and some time to spend with him, Cooper would be very happy. All you have to do is meet him to see what a very special boy he is!
If ARPH approved please contact Nicole at: aussierescue@gmail.com for more information.
NEW!!
Dancer ARPH #12909
Dancer ARPH #12909
Meet Dancer ARPH #12909 How do you describe CUTE? How do you describe LOVABLE?
How about SMART? Well I guess in one word DANCER. This little 6 month old Black Tri girl is all that and a lot more. Dancer is a sweet, lovable, smart girl. You would hardly guess that she had a rocky start.
Dancer is considered a Freedom Dog and was rescued from a puppy mill, although likely spent very little time there. Whether it's being from the puppy mill/shelter or just who she is, Dancer is outgoing for the
most part but still is afraid of some common things that one may not expect, but with treats and reassuring words she is very brave and willing to overcome those fears.
Dancer is clicker conditioned and responds beautifully to it, she is eager to please and a very quick learner. She has mastered the sit and has great eye contact. She can do a down easily now and has learnt to very calmly wait for her food to be placed on ground and released to the bowl. She is also crate trained. Dancer is not a puller on leash but still is excited to see new people and dogs on the street. She cannot believe they are not all as excited to see her! Dancer will need to go to home that has the time to dedicate to her training and development as she is VERY smart and active and likely to take advantage of a soft handler.
In typical puppy fashion she LOVES to play; with toys, balls and other dogs. She also can easily relax and calm down when asked.
Dancer is Spayed and UTD on her vaccinations.
If you are interested in adopting Dancer, have ALREADY filled out an application and have been approved to adopt from ARPH please contact Kim at ottawa.aussies@gmail.com.
Dancer is in the Ottawa area.
Dancer is clicker conditioned and responds beautifully to it, she is eager to please and a very quick learner. She has mastered the sit and has great eye contact. She can do a down easily now and has learnt to very calmly wait for her food to be placed on ground and released to the bowl. She is also crate trained. Dancer is not a puller on leash but still is excited to see new people and dogs on the street. She cannot believe they are not all as excited to see her! Dancer will need to go to home that has the time to dedicate to her training and development as she is VERY smart and active and likely to take advantage of a soft handler.
In typical puppy fashion she LOVES to play; with toys, balls and other dogs. She also can easily relax and calm down when asked.
Dancer is Spayed and UTD on her vaccinations.
If you are interested in adopting Dancer, have ALREADY filled out an application and have been approved to adopt from ARPH please contact Kim at ottawa.aussies@gmail.com.
Dancer is in the Ottawa area.
NEW!!
Vixen ARPH #12907
Vixen ARPH #12907
Vixen ARPH #12907 is a sweet-natured 3 yr old pup who will steal your heart (and your toys)!
She came out of a puppy mill in mid-December and has been making great progress adapting to comfy and cozy homelife. Vixen spends her days sleeping on a couch or a bed, whichever she decides feels better before she nods off. When she's home alone she sleeps soundly in her crate. In fact, Vixen sleeps soundly all the time because she has some difficulty hearing. It really just adds to her cuteness factor. You can walk right up to her, walk past her and disappear before she wakes up and realizes you've come home.
Vixen is timid around strangers, but quickly warms up once she sees your hand out and low, welcoming her over for a sniff. She will happily cuddle with you until the end of time once you've patted her and shown her some affection.
Vixen is not noisy at all (except for her nails tapping on the floor as she walks or leaps around). She rarely barks, but does growl at herself when she sees her reflection in the mirror. She is hard of hearing but responds to tone. Her sight is probably not 100% but neither seems to hinder her. She is a fun loving and cuddly little pup.
Vixen comes alive when she's around other dogs. She loves to play and loves to steal from them even more, it's a great game for her! She would do very very well in a home that already has a dog. She would also be great in a home with young children who want to play with her (inside and out) and provide her with lots of cuddles.
Vixen is the dog for your family if:
- You want a house trained young dog
- You want an incredibly cute and sweet-natured dog
- You don't mind not being greeted at the door because she's still sleeping soundly
- You like doggy cuddles
- Have a playful dog already who would love a playmate
- You have kids that like to play with dogs and cuddle them at night
Vixen is not for you if:
- You want her to bark
- You expect her to be distant
- You expect her to be your doormat
Vixen will stick to you like glue until she finds a comfy spot on the couch and falls asleep, and she stays away from the door because she's not interested in leaving you!
If you are interested in Vixen, have ALREADY filled out an application and have been approved to adopt from ARPH please contact Jane at 3aussiedogs@gmail.com.
She came out of a puppy mill in mid-December and has been making great progress adapting to comfy and cozy homelife. Vixen spends her days sleeping on a couch or a bed, whichever she decides feels better before she nods off. When she's home alone she sleeps soundly in her crate. In fact, Vixen sleeps soundly all the time because she has some difficulty hearing. It really just adds to her cuteness factor. You can walk right up to her, walk past her and disappear before she wakes up and realizes you've come home.
Vixen is timid around strangers, but quickly warms up once she sees your hand out and low, welcoming her over for a sniff. She will happily cuddle with you until the end of time once you've patted her and shown her some affection.
Vixen is not noisy at all (except for her nails tapping on the floor as she walks or leaps around). She rarely barks, but does growl at herself when she sees her reflection in the mirror. She is hard of hearing but responds to tone. Her sight is probably not 100% but neither seems to hinder her. She is a fun loving and cuddly little pup.
Vixen comes alive when she's around other dogs. She loves to play and loves to steal from them even more, it's a great game for her! She would do very very well in a home that already has a dog. She would also be great in a home with young children who want to play with her (inside and out) and provide her with lots of cuddles.
Vixen is the dog for your family if:
- You want a house trained young dog
- You want an incredibly cute and sweet-natured dog
- You don't mind not being greeted at the door because she's still sleeping soundly
- You like doggy cuddles
- Have a playful dog already who would love a playmate
- You have kids that like to play with dogs and cuddle them at night
Vixen is not for you if:
- You want her to bark
- You expect her to be distant
- You expect her to be your doormat
Vixen will stick to you like glue until she finds a comfy spot on the couch and falls asleep, and she stays away from the door because she's not interested in leaving you!
If you are interested in Vixen, have ALREADY filled out an application and have been approved to adopt from ARPH please contact Jane at 3aussiedogs@gmail.com.
NEW!!
Bo ARPH #12171
Bo ARPH #12171
Hello, my name is Bo ARPH #12171 I'm a happy, enthusiastic, playful, exuberant, and loving 2-3 years old boy.
I was an owner turn-in at the local shelter; an unfortunate victim in a divorce case. I am a bit overweight and currently on a diet but it won't take long for me to reach my ideal weight because I love my walks, which I am good at.
While I am fully house-trained, I am still learning basic obedience commands like sit, wait, and down. With proper incentives (READ: food) you can make me do anything you want. I enjoy car rides and behave well around
other dogs. In fact I would probably do best in a house with another dog for a companion. Also someone gave me a really bad hair cut so my coat is still growing in!
I love my people and would like to follow them around. I am the first one at my foster parent's side when everyone is called, and am the best wiggler in the house! I would do great in a household with older children; no young ones please as I tend to get a little carried away with my excitability once in a while and might knock a small child down.
I am a diamond in the rough, and with some calm and gentle guidance, teaching me what's expected of me, I could be someone's very best friend in the world. I need a household where I would get a lot of exercise. My dream is to have a loving home with people that I can call my very own. So how about it? Pick me and give me a chance to change your world.
If you would like more information about Bo, have filled out an ARPH application and have been approved, please contact Jane at 3aussiedogs@gmail.com.
I love my people and would like to follow them around. I am the first one at my foster parent's side when everyone is called, and am the best wiggler in the house! I would do great in a household with older children; no young ones please as I tend to get a little carried away with my excitability once in a while and might knock a small child down.
I am a diamond in the rough, and with some calm and gentle guidance, teaching me what's expected of me, I could be someone's very best friend in the world. I need a household where I would get a lot of exercise. My dream is to have a loving home with people that I can call my very own. So how about it? Pick me and give me a chance to change your world.
If you would like more information about Bo, have filled out an ARPH application and have been approved, please contact Jane at 3aussiedogs@gmail.com.
Adopted!!
Dasher ARPH #12908
Dasher ARPH #12908
Dasher ARPH #12908 is in the Ottawa area.
Coming Soon!
Blitz'n ARPH #12906
Blitz'n ARPH #12906
Watch for more information coming soon about Blitz'n ARPH #12906
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We would like to extend a big thank you to Northumberland Vet Clinic in Colborne for
their extraordinary care for many of the ARPH Ontario aussies, and to Critter Jungle
in Ottawa for supplying us with dog food, leashes and other pet supplies. Thanks to Virginia Hills of Canine Designs in Niagara Falls for always giving special hair dos to many of the fosters in that area.
Thanks also to Sandy Small Proudfoot who is always baking up dog biscuits and donates all proceeds to ARPH
and thank you to Cheryl Smith for giving a discount on any ARPH dog who enrolls in classes at Forever Friends.
THANK YOU to all our past supporters, too! Every little bit helps another dog in need. We truly appreciate it, as do the aussies. "Wiggles" to you all!
An extra special thank you to all the foster homes (the backbone of rescue) and the volunteers who help in any way they can. We could not
do this without your help and support.