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 $225 CDN ($200 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.
Cotton Eye Joe ARPH #10952
Cotton Eye Joe ARPH #10952 was born in Nov/08 and has been is rescue since he was 9 weeks old.
Cotton has so many things going for him it's hard to believe that nobody has adopted him yet.
Cotton has got to be the most happy dog I have ever met. Cotton loves life and is just happy to be alive. Cotton's tail never stops wagging. When he meets people he knows he shows so much joy that it brings a smile to the person's face. Cotton also loves to meet new people.. there are no strangers in his life. He will walk up to anyone and greet them like he's known them all of his life.
Cotton loves going for walks, loves playing in the sprinkler, loves swimming and he loves to run. Watching how Cotton walks is a sight in itself. He has such a spring to his step you would almost think Cotton is skipping. This boy loves to play with other dogs. He will play bow with his cute little butt in the air, trying to entice the other dog to play with him.. but most dogs get confused with Cotton. You're wondering why all of this is a big deal! It's because Cotton is the result of a merle to merle breeding. Why is this a big deal? When this kind of breeding occurs 25% of the pups can end up deaf, blind or both... Cotton is both. You see Cotton is deaf and has very little sight. But please do not feel sorry for Cotton because it has never stopped him from being a dog - a happy dog that loves life. A dog that smiles when he gets the scent of someone he knows. A dog that will fly up the stairs and then jump into the air to try and open the door to go outside. A dog that will jump out of bed every morning and run to the front door to wait to go out. A dog that loves to play tug. A dog that has learned to "sit" "come" and "give kiss". A dog that loves to hug. A dog that loves to talk when he needs to go out.... in other words Cotton is happy with what life gave him.
Cotton is crate trained, house broken and UTD on vetting.
Cotton is living in the Ottawa area.
If you have already filled out an application and have been ARPH approved and think you have what it takes to love this happy little dog then please contact Ginnette at aussies2rescue@gmail.com
Cotton has so many things going for him it's hard to believe that nobody has adopted him yet.
Cotton has got to be the most happy dog I have ever met. Cotton loves life and is just happy to be alive. Cotton's tail never stops wagging. When he meets people he knows he shows so much joy that it brings a smile to the person's face. Cotton also loves to meet new people.. there are no strangers in his life. He will walk up to anyone and greet them like he's known them all of his life.
Cotton loves going for walks, loves playing in the sprinkler, loves swimming and he loves to run. Watching how Cotton walks is a sight in itself. He has such a spring to his step you would almost think Cotton is skipping. This boy loves to play with other dogs. He will play bow with his cute little butt in the air, trying to entice the other dog to play with him.. but most dogs get confused with Cotton. You're wondering why all of this is a big deal! It's because Cotton is the result of a merle to merle breeding. Why is this a big deal? When this kind of breeding occurs 25% of the pups can end up deaf, blind or both... Cotton is both. You see Cotton is deaf and has very little sight. But please do not feel sorry for Cotton because it has never stopped him from being a dog - a happy dog that loves life. A dog that smiles when he gets the scent of someone he knows. A dog that will fly up the stairs and then jump into the air to try and open the door to go outside. A dog that will jump out of bed every morning and run to the front door to wait to go out. A dog that loves to play tug. A dog that has learned to "sit" "come" and "give kiss". A dog that loves to hug. A dog that loves to talk when he needs to go out.... in other words Cotton is happy with what life gave him.
Cotton is crate trained, house broken and UTD on vetting.
Cotton is living in the Ottawa area.
If you have already filled out an application and have been ARPH approved and think you have what it takes to love this happy little dog then please contact Ginnette at aussies2rescue@gmail.com
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Patches ARPH #11201
Patches ARPH #11201
Well, what can we say but Patches ARPH#11201 is still waiting for adoption. Patches is 6 years old.
It seems the families who all wanted her decided they did not want to have 2 dogs, or they bought a dog somewhere else or they changed their mind about getting another, etc, etc. Patches has had 4 potentials all in the last 2
months and all have decided they did not want to proceed in meeting her or proceed to bring her home.
Is it Patches?
We really can't imagine it is. She is a very obedient girl. She is very friendly and will happily meet any person big or small. We have found out she is okay with cats and birds, for that matter. She happily resides with other dogs. Other than the occasional first meeting with some other dogs and her growling if they come right in her space/face we have found nothing off about her. She comes when called, is housetrained, not in any way destructive and can be left alone, likes car rides, is good at the vets, has had her teeth cleaned and even knows a few tricks. What more could you ask?
Patches will happily play tug with her dog mates or chase a ball if you throw it. She sleeps quietly all night in her dog bed and won't wake you until you get up. She is very mellow and is not a higher energy aussie. She just wants to know she has a warm bed, some food and someone to love her.
IS there anyone out there who is truly ready to commit to a wonderful dog? She will make someone so happy! Both of her foster moms have nothing but good things to say about her.
Patches is located near Bowmanville, ON. If ARPH approved, please contact Nicole at aussierescue@gmail.com.
To see Patches in action please click HERE and just watch how her bum does not stop wiggling!
Is it Patches?
We really can't imagine it is. She is a very obedient girl. She is very friendly and will happily meet any person big or small. We have found out she is okay with cats and birds, for that matter. She happily resides with other dogs. Other than the occasional first meeting with some other dogs and her growling if they come right in her space/face we have found nothing off about her. She comes when called, is housetrained, not in any way destructive and can be left alone, likes car rides, is good at the vets, has had her teeth cleaned and even knows a few tricks. What more could you ask?
Patches will happily play tug with her dog mates or chase a ball if you throw it. She sleeps quietly all night in her dog bed and won't wake you until you get up. She is very mellow and is not a higher energy aussie. She just wants to know she has a warm bed, some food and someone to love her.
IS there anyone out there who is truly ready to commit to a wonderful dog? She will make someone so happy! Both of her foster moms have nothing but good things to say about her.
Patches is located near Bowmanville, ON. If ARPH approved, please contact Nicole at aussierescue@gmail.com.
To see Patches in action please click HERE and just watch how her bum does not stop wiggling!
Coming Soon!
Carly ARPH #11684
Carly ARPH #11684
Carly ARPH #11684 Carly will be residing in the Ottawa area. She has a low to medium energy level.
Carly has cataracts and will require surgery. If you would like to help with Carly's surgery fund please click HERE to read her story.
Carly has cataracts and will require surgery. If you would like to help with Carly's surgery fund please click HERE to read her story.
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Wizzard ARPH #11816
Wizzard ARPH #11816
Wizzard ARPH #11816 This handsome young man was born mid Oct/09. Wizzard, along with his sister Bindi, were rescued from the parking lot of Walmart in Nov.
by someone who was just walking by. The young lady contacted rescue... this is where the adventure began. Bindi and Wizzard made the trip to Ottawa where they enjoyed life for a few days before
Bindi continued her trip to live in her new foster home in the Toronto area.
Wizzard has been doing very well living without his sister. Wizzard has been going to his foster home's place of work everyday. He has been a star when going to work. Every day he meets 100's of people (including small children) and other dogs. Wizzard has done well meeting and greeting all of these people. He is playful with them when he is on the ground but the minute someone picks him up he becomes the biggest cuddle~bug ever. He loves people... big and small. His cute little nub never stops wiggling.
Pinball has already learned the hand signal for 'sit' and 'here'.. working on 'down'. Why, you are wondering, has he learned the signals for these commands? It is because he is deaf. Wizzard is the result of a merle to merle breeding. Breeding two merles ends up producing appx 25% of the pups being deaf, blind or a combination of both.
Wizzard is a quick learner and would make a wonderful addition to a home that is looking for a dog that loves people. Meeting people, playing with people and just being around people.
If you are up for life with a dog that will never hear your voice then please ask about this little man.
Pinball is living in the Ottawa area.
If you have already filled out an application and have been approved than please contact Ginnette at aussies2rescue@gmail.com
Wizzard has been doing very well living without his sister. Wizzard has been going to his foster home's place of work everyday. He has been a star when going to work. Every day he meets 100's of people (including small children) and other dogs. Wizzard has done well meeting and greeting all of these people. He is playful with them when he is on the ground but the minute someone picks him up he becomes the biggest cuddle~bug ever. He loves people... big and small. His cute little nub never stops wiggling.
Pinball has already learned the hand signal for 'sit' and 'here'.. working on 'down'. Why, you are wondering, has he learned the signals for these commands? It is because he is deaf. Wizzard is the result of a merle to merle breeding. Breeding two merles ends up producing appx 25% of the pups being deaf, blind or a combination of both.
Wizzard is a quick learner and would make a wonderful addition to a home that is looking for a dog that loves people. Meeting people, playing with people and just being around people.
If you are up for life with a dog that will never hear your voice then please ask about this little man.
Pinball is living in the Ottawa area.
If you have already filled out an application and have been approved than please contact Ginnette at aussies2rescue@gmail.com
Coming Soon!
Devon Blue ARPH #11972
Devon Blue ARPH #11972
Devon Blue ARPH #11972 is a 2 year old blue merle male.
Devon was brought into rescue from a hoarder seizure. He is a little underweight and needs to be be vetted. He is a bit shy and needs a little work but for the most part Devon is a very sweet boy. He enjoys walks in the park and spending time with his foster mom. He is good with other dogs and doesn't seem to pay attention to cats.
Devon lives in the Ottawa area.
If you have already filled out an application, have been approved by an ARPH Representative and would like more information on this handsome blue boy, then please contact Ginnette at aussies2rescue@gmail.com
Devon was brought into rescue from a hoarder seizure. He is a little underweight and needs to be be vetted. He is a bit shy and needs a little work but for the most part Devon is a very sweet boy. He enjoys walks in the park and spending time with his foster mom. He is good with other dogs and doesn't seem to pay attention to cats.
Devon lives in the Ottawa area.
If you have already filled out an application, have been approved by an ARPH Representative and would like more information on this handsome blue boy, then please contact Ginnette at aussies2rescue@gmail.com
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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.
Sherm and Freedom! Thanks for the holiday thoughts and donation!!
Ernest, Shirley and Kirby! Thanks for the Christmas gift!!
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.