Mini Austrailian Shepard for Sale

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Rio is an 11 week old male purebred Mini Australian Shepard. 

 (11 weeks at the time of writing this, Born on May 1st, 2024) 

He is a Black-Tri with brown eyes and expected to grow to be 20-30 lbs. I chose him out of the litter specifically for his steady temperament. He does not startle easily and is quite confident. I have put a lot of focus on getting him really well socialized to that he can be adaptable and calm in many different environments. He is a very smart boy who knows his name and responds to the commands of sit, wait/stay, and release (OK!). He is used to a harness and leash and is being crate trained. 

He is a super cutie who loves to greet people, including children and he LOVES to play with other doggies. He reads othe dogs well and adjusts to different temperaments.

Rio has had 2 of 3 rounds of vaccinations and dewormer. He is still intact, no microchip yet and still too young for a rabies shot. 

Unfortunately Rio is requiring too much attention and energy from me at this time in my life. I am in the midst of several very difficult major life transitions and I have a 5 year old who needs a happy, calm Mama more than she needs a puppy. I am finding out my limitations the hard way. This is my first experience trying to raise a puppy and I didn't realize that I wouldn't have the capacity in my nervous system to do so. I am heartbroken over it but confident we will all be happy in the end.

There are several reasons for this. First of all I made a big investment thinking that Rio was going to be a long term member of our family. He was $2500 from the breeder, then add on various training courses I purchased, vet bills and all of his equipment I am now in over $3500. 

I am not looking to recover all of my investment but I DO want Rio going to a home that wants to invest in him as I did and had planned to continue doing. I want Rio going to a home that understands and values this special breed of dog and will take the best care of him. He has so much potential!

I am willing to take generous offers as a show of intent to really care for Rio.  and will pass him along with all of his papers and supplies. Supplies include 2 crates one large one small, 2 harnesses, 2 leashes, treat carry bag, poo bags, food bowls, food, chew toys, food puzzles and mats to sleep on.

I have created a website for Rio because classified listings do not allow pet sales as a way of preventing pet theft for sale. I have all of the original sale documents and vet records on hand to verify that I am Rio's legitimate owner.