Critter Details

Meet Cookie – A Sweet and Happy Pup Ready to Be Your Best Friend! Name: Cookie Breed: Australian Kelpie & German Shepherd Mix DOB: February 19, 2024 Current Weight: 15 pounds Health: Healthy and growing strong Spayed: Yes Personality: Cookie is a sweet, playful, and happy girl with a heart full of love. She brings joy wherever she goes with her wagging tail, curious spirit, and affectionate nature. Whether she's chasing toys or snuggling beside you, Cookie is all about fun and connection. She's smart, eager to please, and ready to grow up in a home filled with kindness and adventure. Breed Information: Cookie is a mix of two intelligent and loyal breeds—Australian Kelpie and German Shepherd. Australian Kelpies are known for their energy, agility, and quick learning. German Shepherds are loyal, trainable, and protective family dogs. As an adult, Cookie may grow to be 40–60 pounds, depending on her final build. She’ll likely be active, intelligent, and thrive in a home that offers regular exercise and mental stimulation. Owner’s Responsibilities: Cookie is looking for a forever home where she’ll be treated like family. As her adopter, you’ll be responsible for: Daily walks, playtime, and training Providing healthy meals and routine vet care Continued socialization and positive reinforcement A safe and loving indoor environment Time, patience, and affection as she grows &#226&#157&#151Things to Consider Before Adopting: Time: Do you have time to train and bond with a young, energetic dog? Lifestyle: Cookie will need both mental and physical activity to stay happy. Allergies: Is anyone in the household allergic to dogs? Finances: Are you prepared for long-term costs—food, vet care, supplies, grooming? Living Situation: Do you rent or own? If renting, does your landlord allow dogs? Other Pets: Are any current pets ready to welcome a new puppy? &#226&#157&#164&#239&#184&#143 A Commitment for Life: Cookie isn’t a short-term responsibility—she’s a lifetime companion. Adopting a dog means being there through every stage of life, from playful puppy days to calm adult years. Cookie deserves love, security, and loyalty for her entire life. Do Not Chain This Dog Outside: Cookie must live indoors with her people, not chained or left alone outside. She is a social, intelligent dog who thrives on companionship and inclusion. If you are interested in adopting this amazing dog, please follow the link https://www.ozzieandfriendsrescue.org/adoptions or scan the QR code and fill out an application  Thank you for choosing Ozzie and Friends Rescue. We can’t wait to connect you with your new fur-ever friend. Ozzie and Friends Rescue makes arrangements for all dogs adopted to be transported all across the Western United States, Canada and the Midwest.