11/26/24:  At just three years old, life hasn’t been kind to this sweet collie girl. I’ve had several litters of puppies, I have heartworms that will be treated, and I’m missing part of my front paw pad, though I’m hopeful it will heal over time. Despite everything, I’m a happy, loving little girl. I was lucky to be rescued as a stray by the shelter and brought to CRC. I’m doing great with house training and crate training. I get along well with both cats and other dogs— as long as they don’t try to sniff my behind! I’m done having puppies and will protect that until I can be spayed. I’m also learning basic commands and working on loose leash walking.

Thank you Pamela Powers and Vincent Pedavoli for helping with my medical cost.

12/15/24:  I am a 2-year-old, sable merle, handsome boy weighing around 72 pounds. Unfortunately, my owner is now in poor health and can no longer care for me. I have been well-loved and well cared for. I’m housetrained, crate trained, and I know basic commands. I walk nicely on a leash and get along well with other dogs. While I don’t mind cats, I might chase them if they run. I’m also learning to keep my feet on the floor and not jump up.

12/18/24:  Sandra visited us today, and her sister and dog, Cloe, joined her. Cloe took a liking to me right away, and I can tell the girls and I will get along well. Sandra has experience with shy dogs and understands that I need time to adjust to my new home and get to know her. With her abundance of love and patience, I know I’ll feel comfortable and happy with her.

12/15/24:  I am a 7-year-old, 50-pound blue merle collie girl. Sadly, my owner is in poor health and can no longer care for me. I’m a sweet, loving girl, though a little shy and unsure about everything going on. I get along well with other dogs, and cats are ok with me. I’m housetrained, don’t require a crate, and walk beautifully on a leash. I would love a calm, quiet home with a cozy doggie bed.

12/8/24:  It turns out Mike had been looking for a dog just like me. He’s been feeling a bit lonely since he lost his collie and walking companion. I eagerly jumped into the truck for the long drive to my new home. Once we arrived, I explored the house and the yard, enjoyed a delicious dinner, and then settled in for a nap. This is definitely the perfect place for me.

12/7/24:  I’m a 75-pound sable & white guy, and I just turned 8 years old. My family is moving out of state for work and unfortunately can’t take me with them. I’m well-mannered at home, travel wonderfully in the car, and walk pretty well on a leash. I know some basic commands, and I’m always eager to do anything for a treat! I get along well with other dogs and absolutely love people—especially those who scratch my behind. I’ll let you know if strangers are around, but I’m not much of a barker.

12/1/24:  We had almost given up hope that anyone would adopt us. We watched so many others find their new homes while we remained behind. They kept saying the right people would come for us eventually, but we were starting to doubt it. Then, out of nowhere, the Broich family walked in, and we knew right away they were the ones we had been waiting for. They were here to take us home.

Today, we’re the happiest boys ever! The ride home went smoothly, we explored the yard, chased a rabbit, had a delicious dinner, and got plenty of belly rubs. Then it was time for a long, satisfied nap. We are finally home!

10/8/24:  We went to the groomer this week for a bath, massage and brushing.  We think we are looking very handsome now and ready for our new home.  Dieting is going great and we have lost a few pounds. We are two of the sweetest boys you will ever meet and just want to be by your side.

9/8/24:  We are at the rescue because mom has terminal brain cancer and dad had to move to assisted living because of physical limitations.  We have been together all our lives and would very much like to stay together.  We need to lose a lot of weight and will need someone that will keep us on our diets and help us exercise.  Currently we are eating weight management food with green beans.  We are housetrained, crate trained but don’t need one, good on leash walks, rides in the car and know basic commands.  We are up to date on vaccinations, neutered and will be going to the groomer this week.  We are very good, easy going guys that are no trouble at all.

Winston is a sable merle at 5 years old, 91 pounds and depends on Robbie.

Robbie is sable and white at 6 years old and 75 pounds,

Thank you Stanley, Johnsen, Deborah Brown and Maria Maxwell for helping us fellows.

11/23/24:  Cindy and Jim came to me meet and take me home today.  They have always had a collie in the family and adopted many from CRC.  I have so many new toys here and a great yard to run and play in.  I will never be tied to a tree again and there is no doubt I am going to be very spoiled here.

9/22/24:  I am about a 2 year old, tri collie girl that has been tied to a tree most of my life.  Thank goodness the rescue came to get me because that man was going to shoot me between the eyes if they didn’t.  I am so happy to be here that I am trying to do everything asked of me.  I go in my crate, doing great with the housetraining, walking pretty good on the leash and will start to learn basic commands.  I get along with the other dogs and enjoy running around in the fenced yard.  I am a loving, little girl that is looking forward to a better life.

11/16/24:  Today I am going home with the Weghorst’s.  When we get there, I will meet Jack who will be my new dog friend.  He has been missing his buddy since he passed.  I am so happy to have a home and family of my very own.  I have come a long way since being tied to a tree.  Thanks everyone that helped to make this happen for me.

9/22/24:  I am about a 2 year old, sable collie boy that has been tied to a tree most of my life.  Thank goodness the rescue came to get me because that man was going to shoot me between the eyes if they didn’t.  I don’t really like the crate but will go in for a hotdog and we are working on that.  All these things are new to me and I am a bit cautious at first.  I am doing well with the housetraining and pretty good walking on the leash.  I get along with the other dogs and love the freedom of the fenced yard.  I can be a little shy until I get to know you but love to get pets.

Thank you Josue Pacheo for helping me on my way to a better life.

11/24/24:  Today Karen came to meet me and take me home.  My new collie friend here is Cassie and she is three.  We are having a great time playing and going on walks together.  Then we come in and have a long nap.  This Thanksgiving I am thankful to have found my forever home.

9/22/24:  I am a 6 year old, rough collie fellow taken to the shelter with two others because our owner passed away.  I have been very well cared for and loved during my years.  Please pardon the haircut which wasn’t what I requested but it will grow back.  I am housetrained, crate trained but don’t really need and good on the leash.  I get along with the other dogs and love people.

11/2/24:  Will you just look at my new family?  My life just keeps getting better and never imagined this could happen for me.  I went from being all alone in a 10X10 dog lot to having the greatest, biggest family of all.  I love playing in the leaves in the yard and when we all us boys go on walks together.  I must be the luckiest guy ever and so happy to be a part of the Roodhouse boys.

10/4/24:  Just arrived at the rescue and I see I am on my way to a new and exciting future.  I am a five year old fellow that has spent a lot of time in a 10 X 10 fence with a dog house.  I did get out for a good run each day and went into the garage when it was really cold.  I understand I will be going to a groomer this week to get this five years of coat off.  As you can imagine I am really enjoying running in the fenced yard.  My evaluation is in progress and please check back to see how I am doing.

Thank you Elisabeth Miranowski and Pamela Gregorczyk for helping with my cost.

11/2/24:  Brenna and I hit it off right away and I’m going home with her.  She was prepared for my homecoming and had tons of treats and fun toys.  We took a trip to Petco where I got a new harness and met many other dogs.  And the best part is at night we snuggle together.  We girls are going to do so many things together and I have found the right person for me.

10/28/24:  I went to the beauty shop where I had a great massage and grooming.  I was very good for the lady there and looking beautiful now.  I am a great girl that is housetrained, crate trained and learning basic commands.  I love playing with toys, the other dogs and going for walks. I get along with everyone and even the cats.

10/1/24:  Two year old collie girl with evaluation, grooming and medical in progress.

Thank you Lizabeth Myer for helping with my medical cost.

10/19/24: Ray and Kandice have fallen in love with the collie breed and came to take me to my new home today.  When we arrived I was so excited to meet Olive and she is my new girlfriend.  She is a very confident lady which is what I need and we are getting along great.  I know I have found the right home for me where I will be much loved and cared for. 

9/22/24:  I am a 9 month old, male,  white collie with a sable head.  I am at the rescue because my folks are having medical problems.  I am doing great with the house training, pretty good on the leash and starting to learn basic commands.  I am a bit shy and getting used to so many new things.  Because of this I would really like to have another dog to interact with and give me courage.  I love children, the other dogs and cats also.

10/20/24:  I am joining the Mansmann Family and I already love it here.  We are going for walks together, playing with my new ball in the yard and I absolutely love my new bed.  I am being treated like a princess and this is the perfect home for me.

10/1/24:  Three year old collie girl with evaluation, grooming and medical in progress.

Thank you Lizabeth Myer for helping with my medical cost.

10/16/24:  I came into the rescue because my people didn’t have time for me.  I’m a little, mix collie girl at about 5 years old.  I’m very shy and needed people that don’t mind giving me time to trust.  When Dave and Wanda arrived and saw me they immediately knew I was the one for them.  There was never any question who was going home with them.  Therefore, I never made it to the available collie page and so happy the Johnson’s picked me to love.

10/7/24:  The Heins Family came to meet me last week and now I am going home with them.  I’m so excited because Joey will be there and he is a tri collie just like me also adopted.  It will be so good to have a playmate and Bill likes the active collies so I will fit right in.

9/22/24:  I am a 1 year old, tri collie fellow that is a ball of energy.  I am probably the happiest guy you will ever meet.  I was advertised for fee on a website by my person who wasn’t really taken care me.  I was covered in fleas so bad that they made a lot of my hair fall out.  That is all take care of now and it is starting to grow back.  I love playing with the other dogs but a bit to exuberant for most of them.  We are working on some self-control.  I am crate trained and doing well with the housetraining.  Learning basic commands and lose leash walking.

Thank you Lizabeth Myer for helping with my medical cost.

9/30/24:  I’m going home with Miss Allison today.  She sure is a nice lady and I know will take good care of me.  When we got home I got to meet Summer my new gal friend.  I immediately showed her my play bow and we are having fun.  I’m going to be fine here and so happy to have found my home.

9/22/24:  I am a 9 year old collie fellow taken to the shelter with two others because our owner passed away.  I have been very well cared for and loved during my years.  I am an easy going kind of fellow that needs to lose a few pounds so I am on a diet.  I enjoy going for walks and good on the leash.  I don’t much pay any attention to the other dogs and don’t need a crate.  I will be going to the groomer soon for a much needed bath.  I am looking for a permanent foster home.  This is where the rescue will pay for my approved medical cost and all you have to do is love me.

9/25/24:  I am joining the Jones Family and this is my new sister, Buttercup.  It is so good to have a playmate and she shares her toys.  These folks already love me and I know will take good care of me.

9/14/24:  I am a three year old white collie fellow with a tri head that weighs about sixty pounds.  I’m here at the rescue because my people moved where they could not have a dog.  I am a very good boy that isI  housetrained, crate trained, good on the leash, rides in the car and know basic commands.  I am good with the other dogs and do not mind the cats.

9/14/24:  My new family came for me today and they are just perfect for me.  I met Mika and she is my new friend and playmate.  We hit it off right away and she is showing me the ropes.  We went on a quick walk around the neighborhood and all our neighbors were excited to meet me.  Then I had dinner, got my nails done and took a nap.  It has been a long but perfect day for this little man.

8/26/24:  I am a four month old puppy fellow at about 25 pounds.  A smart little guy doing great with leash walking, crate training and housetraining.  I have learned some basic commands like sit, down and stay.  I enjoy playing with the other dogs.

9/3/24:  I am joining the Davis family and so excited to be starting my new life.  Me and lamie tried out our new bed right away.  I have surely hit the good life and thanks everyone that helped to make this possible for me.

8/21/24:  I am a ten month old fellow at about 50 pounds.  Holston and I were born on a farm and never really had any training.  Since coming to the rescue we are learning many things and starting with leash training.  Since we have always used the bathroom outside there are no problems with the house training.  With the help of some chicken jerky we have also learned crate training.  We get along fine with the other dogs and don’t mind the cats either.  Although our training was neglected we are very friendly with people.  A very nice man drove us 10 hours to get us to CRC and on our way to a better life.

9/8/24:  Finally, Carla came to take me home and I loved her right away.  She couldn’t believe how beautiful I am and how sweet.  She wrote in the back with me all the way home and we got to know each other.  Once home I straight away found a perfect bed for me.  Can you believe she slept on the couch to be near me should I need her?  I have found the most wonderful home and the perfect one for me.

8/11/24:  I am an eight year old fellow at 76 pounds.  I guess you know I am on a strict diet to get this extra weight off.  I am the sweetest guy that loves to be by your side, go for walks or car rides.  I do love a comfy doggie bed to lay on.  I have perfect house manners and housetrained.  I get along with the other dogs although I don’t really pay much attention to them.  The cats are ok with me also.  I do walk with a slight limp due to an old leg injury and receive pain pills to help with any discomfort I might have.  Getting this extra weight off will really help with that. I am at the rescue because my folks are having financial difficulties.

I am looking for a permanent foster home.  This is where the rescue will pay for my approved medical cost and all you have to do is love me.

9/2/24:  I have a new home with The McBroom’s and fitting in just fine here with the other critters.  I have a new pal to play with and he is showing me the ropes here.   I think this is going to be just the right place for me.

9/1/24:  I am a three year old collie fellow at about 55 pounds.  I am at the rescue because little children scare me and I seem to scare them.  I have perfect house manners, great on walks and rides in the car.  I get along with the other dogs and cats are ok with me.

8/31/24:  Well I have really hit the jackpot with the The Hook Family.  Before coming to meet me they bought out the store getting toys, chews and treats for me.  They even had on their collie shirts and ready to adopt.  Since getting home I have met the cats and settled in on my new bed.  And just when I thought it couldn’t get any better I have three, female corgis next door to play with.  Yep, I’m going to be just fine here with Veronica and Jason.

8/21/24:  I am a one year old fellow at about 54 pounds.  Nolte and I were born on a farm and never really had any training.  Since coming to the rescue we are learning many things and starting with leash training.  Since we have always used the bathroom outside there are no problems with the house training.  With the help of some chicken jerky we have also learned crate training.  We get along fine with the other dogs and don’t mind the cats either.  Although our training was neglected we are very friendly with people.  A very nice man drove us 10 hours to get us to CRC and on our way to a better life.

9/1/24:  Going home with Stephany and she is a big fan of us seniors.  She has adopted many from the collie rescue so I know I am in good hands.  There is this little dog that has made it clear who the boss around here is.   That’s ok with me because I just want to eat, sleep and get pets.

8/22/24:  Hello folks, I am a nine year old, blue merle, smooth collie feller at about 65 pounds.  I am the most laid back, gentle kind of guy and nothing much bothers me.  I don’t even mind the vacuum cleaner and will lay right there in the way and watch you work.   I enjoy going for walks and being by your side.  I do really like to eat so you have to watch that I don’t get to heavy.  I’m just fine with the other dogs and the cat is ok with me.  I am looking for a permanent foster home.  This is where the rescue pays for all approved medical cost and all you have to do is love me.

Thank you Judith Gast for helping with my medical needs.

8/24/24:  Going home with Ashley and starting my new life.

8/13/24: Ten week old sable and white puppy girl.

8/24/24:  Joining the Yates Family today and starting my new life.

8/13/14:  Ten week old sable and white puppy boy.

8/24/24:  Joining the Heetderks Family and starting my new life.

8/13/24:  Ten week old white puppy girl.

8/15:24:  Today is the best day of my life and I’m going home with Barb and Lou.  They drove all the way to the rescue just to meet me and take me home.  I was a good boy all the way and we all took a nap when we got home.  Can I tell you they love me already and I am a member of the family now.  I am getting so many pets and butt scratches, and I love it all.  It sure was worth waiting for the Mitas to take me home and thanks to all that helped to make this possible for me.

6/16/24:  I have learned so many things here at the rescue and doing great with my training.  They can no longer call me Fluffy because the groomer brushed out all my undercoat.  I have become the sweetest guy that enjoys being hugged and petted.  I have also learned that hands do not always have treats in them and doing well with the mouthing.  I don’t have an aggressive bone in my body but like to chase the cats when they run.

4/18/24:  I went for my neuter and that is enough surgery for me.  I am learning all kinds of things here and at my age don’t have much of an attention span.  We are working mostly to learn that mouthing hands is inappropriate.  So it looks like I am ready for my new home if you are looking for a sweet, young man.

3/5/24:  A little update on me.  Went to the vet for my neuter and when getting ready for my surgery they found a staph infection on my belly.  Now I have to wait until it clears to be neutered. 

2/4/24:  I am a 1 year old collie fellow at 60 pounds.  I was advertised on the internet and they let me come to the rescue.  When I was born my nostrils were partially closed so at 11 weeks I had surgery to open them.  So if my nose looks a bit odd that is why.  When I arrived my coat was really matted and some of it had to be shaved.  I am a sweet, loving fellow and having no problem with the housetraining.  I am also crate trained and learning basic commands and leash walking.  I am great with the other dogs and ok with the cats but I do like to chase them.  Please check back to see how I am doing and what is next for my medical needs.

Thank you Kathy Lindsey, Vincent Binek, Thomas McFall, Valerie Rothbauer, Joel Kane and Lizabeth Meyer for helping with my medical needs.

8/17/24:  I am the first to leave and joining the Hyatt home.  This is my new pal, Holmes in the picture and we are perfectly content being together.  He will teach me the things a puppy needs to learn as I grow up.

8/13/24:  Ten week old sable and white puppy boy.

8/17/24:  I have fit right in here at the Cooley home and look at my new pals.  The fellows welcomed me with open paws and showing me all around.  This is the perfect home for me and so happy to be here.

I weigh about 50 pounds and will be 1 year old next month.  I am at the rescue because my owner didn’t want me anymore.  I am housetrained, crate trained, good in the car and on the leash.  I get along great with the other dogs and don’t mind the cat.  Here at the rescue I am learning basic commands and how to be a good boy.

8/15/24:  Today I am going home with Miss Nina and I will be sleeping in her room.  We girls are going to do so many things together and this is the perfect home for me.

7/31/24:  I am a 3 year old collie girl at 50 pounds.  I’m at the rescue because my people no longer wanted me and decided to give me away.  As a puppy I was a house dog that learned housetraining and crate training.  After a while they stuck me outside in the red clay mud with a dog house.  Let me just say I am so happy to be here learning manners so I will be ready for my new home.  They named me Kaien like the pepper because I was orange from the mud.  I had a much needed bath and the first picture is before bathing.  I missed out on somethings I should have been taught like stealing from the counter getting in the trash and jumping up.  We are working on these, and I am catching on.  I am good with the other dogs as long as they stay out of my food and don’t mind the cats.  Doing good with leash walking and basic commands.  I have a very manageable coat and enjoy brushing.

Thank you Deirdre Richards for helping with my medical needs.

7/30/24:  Going home with Leslie and David today.  They were a bit torn which one to pick but I let the other dogs know they were to be my family.  When we got home I met the other kids and it is good I will have playmates.  We all piled on the bed and had a great afternoon nap. This is the perfect life for me and I am so glad to have joined the Knauss Family.

7/21/24:  I am a 3 year old collie fellow at about 55 pounds.  I am at the rescue because my family was having financial problems.  I’m a great guy knowing basic commands, walk well on the leash, housetrained and crate trained.  I don’t chew up things and have perfect house manners.  I get along great with the other dogs and don’t mind the cats.

7/29/24:  They Palmer’s were ready to adopt another collie after their fellow crossed the bridge.  I’m happy to say I am that fellow and so excited to be joining the family.  It was a long trip home and then I checked everything out before taking a nap.  This morning we went for a long walk together and I think this is the perfect home for me.

7/26/24:  I’m a seven year old collie fellow at about 65 pounds.  Due to financial problems my person could no longer take care of me.  I am happy to be at the rescue where they have lots of food and flea treatment.  You might notice my right eye looks a little wonky (dog medical term) and that my bottom eye lid droops.  Turns out I have Horner’s Syndrome which is a neurological disorder affecting the eye and facial area, but it’s not life-threatening or painful.  It does not affect my vision and improvement typically occurs within 8 weeks but some may only recover partially.  I’m a great fellow getting along with the other dogs and cats also.  I know all my basic commands and walk with a loose leash like a perfect gentleman.  I will hop right in the car and enjoy rides.

7/27/24:  Joining the Jarrett family today and you can see how proud I am.  They have adopted several collies over the years and I know what a lucky guy I am.  This is my new buddy, Dakota and when we got home I met Lilly.  Then we all settled down for a nap after this busy day.  Thanks everyone that helped me to find this great home.

7/21/24:  Hello folks, I am a seven year old fellow taken to the animal shelter by the family when my person died.  I am on a bit of a diet because I weigh about 80 pounds right now.  I have perfect house manners and completely housetrained.  I know the basic commands and walk well on the leash.  I will hop right in the car to go for a ride.  I’m fine with the other dogs and the cats are ok with me.  I will be your constant companion and follow you everywhere.

7/5/24:  Went home with my new moms today and Brody the collie.  He is younger than me but so much bigger and happy to have a playmate.  He has showed me all around the yard and welcomed me to my new home.  Then one of my moms took me to this big store where they had so many toys…and treats…and other dogs…and..and…and… there were some girls there, they were dressed funny so I think they worked there, but anyway, they were loving on me… one of them said “OMG I have never seen one of you in real life!!  Then we went home for dinner and I helped to set up my new bedroom.  I think I am going to love it here with Deanna, Micki and Brody

6/17/24:  I am a six year old collie girl at 55 pounds.  I love going for car rides and will hop right in.  I am housetrained, crate trained, know basic commands and pretty good on the leash.  I don’t pay any attention to the cats but do prefer the company of male dogs.  I like to snuggle or do whatever you want to do.

6/29/24:  Julie and Melvin came to meet me and decided to take me home.  I have a brand new bed just for me and with my new toys I have showed them I can play fetch.   They will help me to get healthy again and gain some much needed weight.  I’m getting so much love and attention here and this is the best life ever.  Thanks everyone that has help with my medical needs.

6/17/24:  I was picked up by the animal shelter as a stray and in pretty rough shape.  Being an older fellow no one picked me for adoption.  I was on my last day when the rescue found out about me and picked me up.  I was immediately taken to the vet for a medicated bath and check over.  I have a lot of hair loss, ear infection and rotten teeth that need to be pulled.  The vet cut out the mats and put me on medicine.  Thankfully I am heartworm negative and my bloodwork was very good.  I’m a sweet old guy and having no problems with the housetraining.  I don’t pay much attention to the other dogs or cats but they are ok with me.  My greatest desire is to have a doggie bed and this is the most wonderful thing.  I am looking for a permanent foster home.  This is where the rescue will pay for my approved medical cost and all you have to do is love me.

Thank you Gale Davis, Christy Drinka, Julie Gochenour, Maria Maxwell, Cheryl Fluckiger, Beth Nahlovsky, Kim Jarrett, Barry Knapp, Julie Vidal, Thomas Mcfall, Barbara Minakakis and Deborah Brown

6/24/24:  Starting my new life with the Kaplan’s and I will be their third adoption from CRC.  We traveled a long way home and then I met Daisy my new sister.  She is six and will teach me the things I need to know as I grow up.  We went for a long walk and then explored the yard.  Finally, she realizes I am staying and has started to play with me.  Life is going to be great here.

6/3/24:  I am a six month old fellow at about 38 pounds.  I am a very calm puppy and sweet as sugar.  I listen very well when I am told no and learning my basic commands.  Doing good with the leash walking but there are some things out front that scare me.  I am slowly get used to those things.  I am crate trained and doing great with the housetraining.  I’m a very smart fellow that learned the doggie door the first day I was here.  I play with the other dogs and learning about the cats.

6/19/24:  Headed on a long journey to a colder climate with my new mom, Michelle.   We made it home safely and here is a picture of me getting ready for dinner.  My mom is a principle so I know I will have to be a good girl.  This is the perfect home for me and so excited to start my new life.

6/16/24:  I am a 1 ½ year old, blue merle, smooth collie girl.  I am housetrained, crate trained, know basic commands and walk well on the leash.  I get along great with the other dogs but would like to have all the food.  I don’t pay any attention to the cats and sometimes visit the children across the street.  I hop right in the car for rides and a very smart girl.  I am at the rescue because my person could no longer keep me.

5/16/24:  I have joined the Cottone Family and have my very own girl.  Brooke knew I was the one for her and loved me right away.  Woody and Brie are my new collie friends and they are showing me the ropes.  We have strange critters here, like iguanas and I am learning to chase them out of the yard because they eat our garden.   I am enjoying my new home and so glad they found me.

4/18/24:  Charlie here and I am the best fetch player you will ever meet. I will bring the ball right back and drop it at your feet ready for another go.  I am a seven year old fellow at about 65 pounds.  I am at the rescue because I prefer other dogs and don’t much care for the cats.  I know all the basic obedience commands, housetrained, great on the leash and rides in the car. They call me Charles Von Velcro because I am totally dedicated to my person and will always be by your side.  I do have a bbit of a sensitive stomach and would need to stay on a dog food that is formulated to be highly digestible so as not to upset the digestive tract. It does not require a prescription and many companies make it.

4/1/24:  How fitting that this prankster be adopted on April Fools Day.  When Ms. Tina came I showed her how I can do basic commands and some my antics.  The rescue folks were a little perturbed when I gave her kisses and let her hug me when I never let them.  This made it pretty clear she was the one for me when I gave her my trust.  Since arriving home I had a bath and we go on walks.  I did show her my ornery side and she says we will be working on that.  I am so proud to have found the perfect home for me.

3/5/24:  I am a character with a lot of enthusiasm and will make you laugh.  I get so excited when people come and have a hard time keeping my feet on the floor.  Doing great with the leash walking although I sometimes hop down the road.  No problem with the housetraining and mastered my basic commands.  I am learning about getting hugs and belly rubs since I haven’t had that kind of attention.  Just click on the link to see a video of me being a good boy.

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12/17/23:  I was on Craigslist for free so a CRC volunteer picked me up, gave me a much needed bath and brought me to the rescue.  I am a 2 year old, skinny fellow at about 50 pounds and need to gain about 5 pounds.  That will not be a problem as there is plenty of food here and treats also.  I have done great with the housetraining and crate training.  I get along with the other dogs and pay no attention to the cats.  I am learning basic commands and not to jump up on people.

4/12/24:  MaryAnn and Ron love the senior collies so I have come to live with them.  This is the perfect home for me and I have fit right in.  Minnie and I have become best friends.

3/21/24:  Hello folks, I am a senior lady at about 9 years old and 55 pounds.  My folks were moving out of state and could not take me.  I am housetrained, enjoy going for walks and get along with everyone even the cats.  I am on antibiotics for a UTI and will be having my teeth cleaned soon.  I am a quiet kind of girl looking for a permanent foster home.  This is where the rescue will pay for my approved medical cost and all you have to do is love me.

Thank you Barbara Minakakis for helping with my medical cost.

3/22/24:  I have joined the Gates Family and they have a lot of experience with dogs who need a little, extra understanding.  I am enclosing a picture of me and my new sister Sadie meeting and we are going to be great friends.  I have pretty much quit going in circles and it is just a coping mechanism for when I am stressed.  I am so lucky to have found this great home and it is just perfect for me.

3/5/24:  Well I went into heat so will have to wait a little on that spay.  As you can imagine I am driving the boys crazy.  I have no problem with the housetraining as long as you get me out when I start circling.  I do not need a crate and like a doggie bed.  Doing great going on walks and lose leash walking.

2/27/24:  I am a 4 ½ petite little girl at 40 pounds.  I am at the rescue because my owner was downsizing.  I have been to the beauty shop for a grooming and will be going soon for my spay soon.  I am great with the other dogs and don’t mind the cats.  My only desire is to be next to you and gets lots of petting.  I have a very gentle nature and learning basic commands here.  I do not need a crate and will go in circles when I need to potty.  Sometimes I circle when stressed and sometimes I just circle for no reason.  It helps to distract me or let me be close to you.  At the rescue they are not sure why I do this and I have no symptoms of it being neurological. I would like a quiet home where there is a lot of love to give.

Thank you Joel Kane for helping with my medical cost.

3/15/24:  When James came to the rescue he met both me and Sasha.  After taking Sasha home mom and him decided he should come back and adopt me also.  She was so happy to see me that she let me have her favorite spot on the couch.  We are going to have such a great life here with the Pifer’s.

3/5/24:  Will you just look at me after my bath and brushing.  I feel so much better and know I am beautiful.  Went to the vet for my neuter so I am now ready for my new home.  I showed them this week that I can pick that other ear up when I want to.  Doing great with my basic commands and do well on the leash.  I am housetrained and crate trained but I don’t need that crate.

2/18/24:  I am a 7 year old fellow in rescue because my person could no longer keep me.  I am a sweet, quiet kind of fellow at about 68 pounds.  This week I will be going for a good grooming to get all these matts out and then I will be neutered.

Thank you Susan Veld for helping with my medical needs.

3/16/24:  I’m joining the Hendrick’s Family and they have always had a collie in the home.  I am happy to be that collie now but the cat hates me which results in a lot of hissing and barking. I have completely changed since coming to my new home and have tons of energy. I have pretty much tested them in every way possible which made mom bring out that weapon of mass destruction, the squirt bottle.  The cat is now laughing and mom and dad have declared they shall overcome.  Yep, this is the right home for me.

3/5/24:  I’m at the vet for my neuter and they found out I have a tick disease.  Fortunately I was am not showing symptoms and I have started antibiotics to clear that up. 

2/27/24:  I am a 7 year old fellow at about 60 pounds.  I am at the rescue because my person could no longer keep me.  I’m a nice guy with a gentle nature.  I get along with the other dogs and don’t mind the cat.  I am learning basic commands and am crate trained although I don’t need one.  Doing well with the housetraining and will be going this week for my neuter.

Thank you Lorraine Mottola for helping with my medical needs.

3/7/24:  Going home to my new family today.  Clearly, I am will be spoiled and already sleeping in the bed.  Thanks everyone that helped me such a loving home with the Pifer’s.

3/5/24:  The vet didn’t find any BB’s left under my skin so that is good news.  I went for my beauty treatment this week and looking great.  I am very much a lady that gets along with everyone, even the cats.  No problem with house manners and also crate trained but do not need one.  Doing great with the basic commands and enjoy going for walks.

2/18/24:  I am a 5 year old little girl at 50 pounds.  My person could no longer keep me so I came to rescue.  I’m a sweetie and love to be petted but can be a bit shy.  It seems I might have some BB’s under my skin and will have an x-ray to determine that.  I am also going for a good grooming and can’t wait to get clean.

2/11/24:  Joining the Norris Family where I am going to be spoiled rotten.  I have pretty much become a lap down and have made myself at home on the couch.  Dexter and I are becoming friends and he isn’t trying to hump me anymore.  I am adjusting well and will be very happy here.

2/04/24:  I am a 5 year old collie fellow at about 55 pounds.  My person passed away so I went to live with grandma for a while but she was having a hard time caring for me so I came to the rescue.  I am good with the other dogs and the cats also.  I am house trained and crate trained but I don’t really need a crate.  Pretty good on the leash and riding in the car.  I am learning basic commands and have mastered sit and down.  I will be going this week for my neuter and a bath.

2/6/24:  Sherry has been watching the website every day and when she saw me she knew I was the one for her and Arnold.  He was so excited to see me and has been missing having a pal since Daisy passed.  He showed me all around the house and the yard and I we are already great friends.  Sherry gives me all the pets I want and I am going to be very happy here.

2/4/24:  I’m a 7 ½ year old collie girl at 60 pounds.  My people went into assisted living and could not take me.  I am an absolute love bug and will be by your side always.  I love to be pet, snuggle and do want ever you are doing.  I am good with the other dogs and the cats also.  I am housetrained, good on the leash and like rides in the car. 

1/13/24:  I am so happy to have joined the Edward’s Family.  This is my new pal, Isla and we hit it off right away.  We do everything together like going to the park, the pet store and the home improvement store.  I am experiencing so many new things and I get to nap on the couch.  Isla and I like to watch mom while she is cooking and we know we will get some.  I think I have found the best family ever.

12/17/23:  I am a 2 year old fellow found as a stray.  My evaluation is in progress.

12/29/23:  I am joining the Hinchman Family today and very excited to start my new life with them.  When Finn and I met we became friends right away.  We haven’t stopped playing since I arrived and he likes a good game of fetch too.  This is the perfect home for me, and I know I will be well taken care of here.

12/10/23:  I am a 2 ½ year old collie fellow at about 55 pounds.  I am a very smart guy and get along with everyone. I am housetrained, know basic commands, great on the leash and like car rides.  I really enjoy a good game of fetch or a walk in the creek.  I have been well taken care of and was very much loved.  I am pretty much perfect except I do kill chickens and that is why I am at the rescue.  Try as I might I just can’t help myself.  So if you don’t have chickens I might be the guy for you.

12/23/23:  The Thomas Family have decided to give me a home and I am their second adoption from CRC.  I fit in here right away and they love me already.  I follow mom every where she goes and she is so glad to have a fellow like me.  This is the greatest home ever and I am so happy to become a part of the great family.

12/17/23:  I was living in a home with a bunch of small dogs and a pitbull that did not like me.  One of the CRC volunteers heard about me needing a home and brought me to the rescue.  I am a 4 year old, 69 pound, white collie fellow with a tri head.  I am housetrained, good on the leash, great with the other dogs and cats also.  I absolutely love people and will always be by your side.  I am working on learning to play fetch.

12/16/23:  When I got Miss Amy under the mistletoe and gave her some smooches it was a done deal.  Miss Amy says I am the sweetest thing.  I do have a collie friend to teach me the things I need to know as I grow up.  I am so excited to be in my new home for my first Christmas. 

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12/10/23:  They say the person who adopts the last puppy gets the best puppy.  This is because I have had more training, solicitation and exposure to worldly things.  I have learned housetraining, crate training, basic commands and some tricks.  I am great with the other dogs and don’t mind the cat.  I’m a playful little guy and also a gentle kind of fellow.  The vet thinks I will top out at around 50 pounds.  I sure would like to be in my home for Christmas.

11/5/23:  Went to the vet for my final x-ray and I got a clean bill of health.  I am now ready to go to my forever home.  I may not look much like a collie but my mom was a pure bred tri color collie.  We don’t know much of anything about my dad.  I have been learning housetraining and doing very well with that.  Also learning some basic commands like sit and come.I have a very sweet, gentle personality.

10/18/23:  Sprout, I’m a three month old collie fellow and the runt of the litter.  When I came to the rescue I had a respiratory infection and had to spend some time at the hospital.  I’m home now, doing great and love playing with toys.  Learning so much here at my foster home like housetraining, crate training and basic commands.

12/15/23:  I’m headed out on a 17 hour journey to my new home.  My new dad came to meet me and brought Miss Lylah who gave me a thumbs up.  We hit it off right away and I am so excited to have a girlfriend.  We made some stops along the way and I got to stay in a hotel.  I have so many new things to experience and ready to start my new life.

11/6/23:  I am a smooth collie fellow about 2 to 3 years old.  Relic and I were picked up by the animal shelter just wondering around as strays.  We both did have an embedded prong collar in our neck and thankfully that has been removed.  The shelter folks think we were probably tied outside all the time.  Clearly no one check to see how tight our collars were.  I’m a bit more outgoing and really loving this new life.  So many new things to learn about like being in the house and freedom to run around the fenced in yard.  There is plenty to eat and I have learned about treats and toys.

11/15/23:  I’m the happiest collie girl in the world and have joined the Rhodus Family.  I have my very own girl and I greet her each day when she comes home from school.  We have been going for long walks and I am learning to play frisbee.  I have 2 dogs beds to choose from and lots of toys.  I really love it here and my folks tell me they love me a hundred times a day.

10/18/23:  I’m 3 years old and a bit overweight so they put me on a diet.  I’m at the rescue because my people didn’t want me anymore.  That’s fine with me because I had to stay outside and they didn’t play with me much.  I’m housetrained and crate trained but don’t really need it.  I ride well in the car and doing good with the loose leash walking.  I’m good with the other dogs but do prefer the company of males.  The cats are fine with me also.

11/15/23:  I have found my new home with Julie and Gary.  I have a collie buddy named Sophie and she is glad to have a friend.  We like to watch for the whitetail deer and chase the squirrels together.  There is a lot of fenced in land to explore and patrol here.  I get to sleep pretty much anywhere I want to, even on the bed or the couch.  I get to go for walks and lots of exercise.  Now if I could just talk them into giving me some of that table food my life would be complete but Sophie said that isn’t going to happen.  It is nice to be in a home where I am so much loved.

10/29:23:  I was rescued from a bad situation by some wonderful folks who’s collie recently passed.  They had me groomed, neutered and fully vaccinated at the vet.  They fell in love with my great personality and really wanted to give me a home but I just couldn’t get over my dislike of the two cats.  For their safety I came to the collie rescue to find my new home.  I am about 5 years old and 63 pounds.  I am housetrained, crate trained, know basic commands and walk well on the leash.  A sweet, loving kind of guy that is good with the other dogs, love children and people.

11/19/23:  I found my new home with the Boyce’s and have settled in nicely.  I have a bed that is just for me to snuggle in after we go for long walks.  My new doggie friends and I have play dates together.  This is the perfect home for me and know I will be very loved.

11/5/23:  They mostly call me Chicky and that suits my personality.  I’m a smart little kid that picks up quickly with my training.  Doing great with the housetraining and the crate training.   I have met the cats and while they did not much care for me I was ok with them.  My mom was a pure bred tri color collie and we don’t know about dad.  I look at bit more like the smooth collie with a much more manageable coat.

10/18/23:  Three month old collie mix girl.

11/11/23:  Natasha loves the older girls decided to give me a home.  I have met the cat and the other dog and settling in great.  Natasha and I go for long walks together and this will help me get this extra weight off.  This is the perfect home for me and I know I will be well taken care of.

10/30/23:  I am an eight year old, white collie lady at about sixty pounds.  My owner passed away unexpectedly so Moody, Wren and I came to the collie rescue.  I was loved very much and well taken care of.  I am housetrained, don’t need a crate, walk well on the leash and know basic commands.  I am good with the other dogs and do not mind the cats.  My coat was shaved in the spring and will grow back quickly.

11/11/23:  I am now a member of the Oliveira Family.  Everest is so glad to have a buddy to play with and we wrestle non stop.  I am so happy to have this wonderful family where I will grow up loved and cared for.

11/5/23:  I’m not much of a leader and just go along with the others.  I’m doing well with my training and learning basic commands like sit and come.  Doing very well with the housetraining and the crate training.  My mom was a pure bred tri color collie and we don’t know about dad.

10/18/23: I’m a three month old collie mix girl.

11/4/23:  I have joined the Mickelson Family and spent the afternoon getting used to my new home.  We are going for long walks and playing a lot of fetch in the yard.  Most of the time we just hang out and I follow them everywhere.  I’m the only dog here and will get all the attention.

10/30/23:  I am a two year old fellow at about 55 pounds.  My owner passed away unexpectedly so Weebly, Wren and I came to the collie rescue.  I was loved very much and well taken care of.  I am housetrained, don’t need a crate, walk well on the leash and know basic commands.  I am good with the other dogs and do not mind the cats.  I’m a very sweet fellow and not a barker.  My coat was shaved in the spring and will grow back quickly.

11/3/23:  I have made my new home with Robert and Sabrina.  I have walked every inch of the house and made myself at home quickly.  Tiber is my new collie friend and we go on long walks together.  Then we come home and I snuggle with mom.  Tomorrow I am going on an elder care visit and I am perfect for this job.  I know I am going to be just fine here.

10/30/23:  I am a five year old collie girl at 55 pounds.  My owner passed away unexpectedly so Weebly, Moody and I came to the collie rescue.  I was loved very much and well taken care of.  I am housetrained, don’t need a crate, walk well on the leash and know basic commands.  I am good with the other dogs and do not mind the cats.  I am a very sweet, gentle kind of girl.  My coat was shaved in the spring and will grow back quickly.

11/3/23:  I’m out of here and headed to Vermont with Lynn.  She likes a girl with spirit and personality so I was the perfect choice for her.  It was a long trip home and I was a good rider but slept a lot.  Once here I met Merlin who is my new collie friend.  He was happy to see me and have a playmate.  I met the horses and they are a bit scary but I’m sure I will get use to them being a farm girl now.

7/29/23:  I am a 3 year old tri collie girl at 45 pounds.  I am house, crate trained and great on the leash.  I get along with the other dogs but I do like to be the boss.  I enjoy a good game of fetch and snuggling next to my person.  I sometimes get over excited and will bark, jump and nip.  This is something we are working on and it would benefit me to go to an obedience class.  No cats for me please.

11/29/23: Corey and Milo came to meet me and decided I would be a good fit for them.  Milo and I are enjoying wrestling in the yard and going on long walks.  I have settled right in and loving my new home.  I know Corey will take very good care of me.

10/8/23:  I am a 2 ½ year old, tri, smooth collie fellow at 55 pounds.  I am housetrained, good on the leash and know my basic commands.  I get along with the other dogs and love people.  My person could no longer keep me so I came to the rescue to find my new home.

10/29/23:  I’m joining the Cochran Family today and will have an older sister to show me the ropes.  I’m excited to meet her when she gets home tomorrow from boarding.  I spent some time exploring my new home and was ready for dinner.  I have lots of new toys to play with and chew on.  I sure am glad Nancy and Jeff decided to give me a forever home.

10/18/23:  I’m a three month old collie mix fellow.  An outgoing kind of guy learning housetraining, crate training and basic commands.  I have already learned the cat don’t like me.

10/22/23:  When Kim and Chuck came to visit it was clear that Luke had stolen moms heart and dad knew I was just the right fellow for him.  We all have play time outside and it is good to have a big brother to teach me the ropes.  I’m already being spoiled and have truly hit the good life.

10/18/23:  Three month old collie mix fellow.

10/22/23:  Carla and I are headed to my new home in Vermont.  On the way we stopped at a hotel, and I hopped right in the bed with mom.  I am learning to wear a seatbelt when we are riding and do wiggle a bit.  I have a new Aussie friend and his name is Chandler.  I can’t wait until we can play in the snow together.  Thanks everyone that helped me to find the perfect home.

10/18/23:  I’m a 2 year old mama collie and those pups are my babies.  We were part of a cruelty case where all the animals were taken.  The folks called the collie rescue and we are so happy to be here.  I’m a skinny girl at 45 pounds and lost all my coat when the puppies were weaned.  I get lots of food and will gain weight and my coat will come back soon.  I’m doing great with the housetraining and the leash walking.  Learning basic commands like sit and down.  I’m looking forward to having a real home where I will be loved and cared for.

Thank you Debra Brown for helping with my medical cost.

10/21/23:  I have found my new home with Debbie and we are perfect together.  We go for a 5 mile walk each day and will be going to obedience class soon.  I have adjusted to having cats around and now have free roam of the house. It is wonderful to have my very own person who will love and care for me.

8/22/23:  1’m a 1 ½ year old collie fellow at about 50 pounds.  I’m at the rescue because my person couldn’t keep me.  My training has been neglected so we are starting from scratch.  I’m learning not to jump up on people, leash walking and basic commands.  I’m great with the housetraining and crate training.  I’m a sweet fellow with a lot to learn, pretty good with the other dogs but a bit over exuberant and learning to play with them. I like to keep a tidy yard so I pick up all the toys and bring them onto the deck.

10/19/23:  Kim and Chuck took me home today and have promised I will never be alone again during a thunderstorm.  Sure enough we had our first storm the second night I was here.  They put on my thunder shirt and held me close so I felt safe.  I have a nice, new bed and we go on many walks together which I enjoy.  The cat is my new pal and we get along just great.  I sure am happy to have found this wonderful home.

10/18/23:  I am a 4 year old, slim collie fellow at 45 pounds.  I could stand to gain a few pounds and I believe a lot of treats would help.  I had always lived outside and it has caused me to be afraid of thunderstorms.  Now to make matters worse my people moved near the base where they do all the shooting.  It was making me a nervous wreck so they decided to let me come to the rescue.  We have only had one thunderstorm so far and I did very well with the thundershirt.  I am the sweetest guy you will ever meet and a loving kind of fellow.  I’m fine with the other dogs and don’t mind the cats.  No problem with the housetraining and do not need a crate.

10/2/23:  Just look at me headed to Delaware with Laura and her collie Mel.  He was also adopted from the collie rescue in 2012.  Since arriving I have gotten to know my new grandparents and found a spot on the couch for me.  Yep, this is surely the good life.

7/17/23:  It sure is hot outside and I found a great way to cool off after a fun game of fetch.  I also enjoy playing with toys and going for leash walks. 

https://youtube.com/shorts/C6yiBeUt8gU

6/15/23:  I am a 5 year old, 70 pound collie fellow.  I was picked up by the shelter as a stray so I came to the rescue to find my new home.  I haven’t had a lot of attention from humans during my years so I am a bit aloof.  The rescue folks are showing me how great it is to be petted and I’m starting to love it.  I’m housetrained, don’t need a crate and pretty good with the other dogs.

Thank you Barbara Minakakis for helping with my medical cost.

9/19/23: The Willemain’s have decided to give this old guy a home.  I’m going to live out my days being loved and getting all the pets I could ever want if that is possible.  I have settled in, met all the neighbors and they love me.  Jim and I go for a walk every day and he really enjoys having a walking buddy.  I am so relaxed and content here and even started to play with my stuffed toys. I am so very happy.

8/7/23:  Hello folks, my name is Sammy and I am a senior fellow at 11 years old.  My folks felt like I wasn’t getting enough attention so I came into the rescue to find another home.  I’m a sweet, loving kid of guy that is housetrained and rarely ever bark.  I enjoy going for leisurely walks and good on rides in the car.  I would really like to be the only dog but I don’t mind cats.  I’m in good health and have been well cared for.  I just need someone to love me while I live out my days.

The rescue realizes it is hard to take in a senior and love them as if they be with you forever.  These seniors are suddenly without the home they have always known and need a friend to give them a place to live out their senior years.  The seniors are like puppies without all the bad habits and always doing things to make you laugh.  The rescue will pay for all approved medical cost and all you have to do is love them.  We do still require a fenced yard, vet check and home visit.  Most of the seniors cannot do many steps.

9/8/23:  Jim  came to take me home today and already has so many supplies for me.  I have a seatbelt in the car to keep me safe and I didn’t mind it at all.  Once here we went for a great walk together and then I played with my new toys.  I think I am the happiest boy ever.

8/22/23:  Just look at me gaining weight and my coat is starting to grow.  I’m a sweet, little fellow that is very easy to train because I will do anything for food.  I will run right to my crate and wait for treats or dinner.  I’m doing great on leash walking and basic commands.  I’m doing pretty good at riding in the car too.  I love toys and learning to play fetch.

7/12/23:  My people took me to the animal shelter emaciated and covered in fleas.  I’m a loving, little fellow at 40 pounds and the rescue folks are guessing me to be about 1 ½ years old.  There is plenty of food here and I need to gain at least five pounds.   I have had no accidents in the house and crate trained.  I am learning basic commands and leash walking.  I get along great with the other dogs but don’t want the others getting near my food bowl.  It is a survival instinct and hoping that will stop when I realize the food is going to keep coming.  This good life is all new to me.

8/31/23:  I am happy to have joined the Hoffer Family.  They have been missing their collie that passed.  I am so glad they have picked me to fill that spot in their hearts.  I receive all the attention I could ever want and already so much loved.  I picked me a spot out on the couch and love my new home and family.

8/22/23:  Well it turned out that I had heartworms and was treated to get rid of those.  I got a beauty treatment at the groomer and I was a perfect gentleman.  I am housetrained, crate trained and do great walking on the leash.  I’m good with the other dogs as long as they aren’t bossy and don’t mind the cat.  I enjoy being pet and have my belly rubbed.

7/30/23:  Four year old male with evaluation in progress.

8/24/23:  Today I have joined the Cottone Family and moving to the sunshine state.  I have a new collie pal to play with and his name is Woody.  I immediately found the bed and this sure is the spot for me.  I’m looking forward to my new life with this great family. 

7/30/23:  Four year old female with evaluation in progress.

8/1/23:  Toney has always had CRC collies and looks like I’m going to be the third one.  This young lady needed a playmate and I’m the perfect guy.  I’m getting lots of belly rubs here and sometimes we all wrestle together.  This is the perfect home for me.

7/12/23:  Hello folks, I’m a fun loving, 52 pound collie fellow.  The rescue is guessing me to be about 3 years old.  I am the best leash walker and will stay right by your side.  I do well riding in the car, housetrained and crate trained.  I am still learning some manners like not to jump up or take things from the counter no matter how tempting.  I am great with the other dogs and love to play all day.  I don’t bark much but when I do it is a high pitch bark.  If the cats don’t run I am fine with them but if they do I will chase them because remember I love to play.  I was picked up as a stray by the animal control.  At that time I was covered in ticks which gave me lyme disease.  I am being treated for antibiotics for that.

8/13/23:  Nobody could figure out why I wouldn’t walk on the grass.  When the Morgan’s came to visit don’t you know I walked right out to the middle of the yard to greet them.  Everyone was astounded but I knew this was the family for me.  We go for lots of walks together and I have found me a great spot on the couch.  I just love it here and the cats like me too.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uXOLaIczCJc&ab

8/13/23:  I’m a 1 ½ year old collie fellow at about 55 pounds.  I lived on four acres but since there was no fence I would sometimes wonder off.  My person felt it would be safer for me to find a home with a fenced yard.  I am a perfect gentleman on the leash, housetrained and crate trained.  I am great with the other dogs and ok with the cats also.  I am an easy going, gentle kind of guy that rarely barks.  Although I lived on 4 acres I do not like walking in the grass.  I will step off the patio into the grass just far enough to do my business then back on the patio.  I won’t even follow the other dogs into the grass when we are playing.  Don’t try pulling me into the grass because that won’t work either.  The rescue folks are not sure why I do not like the grass.  I’m a healthy fellow and do not have allergies to the grass.

7/30/23:  Folks, I am a working man now and will be going to the office with Nick each day.  After losing his CRC adopted collie the house was just to quiet so he went searching the website and found me.  I know what a lucky fellow I am to have found this great home.  We are going to have so many adventures together.

6/15/23:  I’m a 4 year old collie male at about 60 pounds.  When my family lost our home they decided it would be best if I came to the rescue.  I have always had a fenced yard to play in and have been very well take care of.  I am housetrained, crate trained, know sit, down, bow, turn, and crawl.

Thank you Joel Kane and Lorraine Mottola for helping with my medical cost.

6/25/23:  Wow, have I hit the good life and treated like a princess here with Amy and Rich.  I have a wonderful backyard to play fetch in but really like hanging on the couch.  I am so happy to have joined the Yourkvitch Family and just the people I was looking for.

6/15/23:  I’m a 3 year old collie girl at about 55 pounds.  I’m at the rescue because my folks could no longer keep me.  I’m a very smart, loving girl that gets along with the other dogs and cats too.  I am housetrained, crate trained and know some obedience commands.  I enjoy going for walks, rides in the car and a good game of fetch.

6/18/23:  I am so happy to have joined the Broich Family.  I fit in so well, it is like I always lived here.  They let me jump on the couch for snuggles and pets.  I have a new collie friend and Lexi has showed me all around the yard.  This is the perfect home for me and I’m so happy to have found Connie and Dave.

6/15/23:  I am a six year old collie fellow glad to be here at the rescue.  I have been passed around a bit with going from a friend to a friend.  I’m a great guy and excited to find my forever home.  I am great with the other dogs and don’t pay any attention to the cats.  I’m learning basic obedience commands and lose leash walking.  I am crate trained and no problem with the housetraining.  I am a bit skinny and getting lots of food here.

6/10/23:  Hannah comes from a family of collie owners so it was time for her to have one of her own.  It is good to be in my new home and have my own person.  The couch has become my special nook and I have a brand new bed.  I have a buddy to play with and his name is Willie.  We are about the same age so this will work out great.  I have met the chickens and have absolutely zero interest in them.  

5/7/23:  Hi folks, I am a 1 ½ year old collie girl.  I am in the rescue because my folks were moving where they could not have a dog.  I’m a good girl that has very good house manners.  I am housetrained, crate trained and not destructive.  I am good one the leash, riding in cars and love attention.  I am enjoying playing with the other dogs and then cats are fine but will chase them if they run.

Thank you Sara Crayton and Susan Harrison for helping with my medical needs.

5/20/23:  My new home is with Jim and Becky.  They sure are glad to have a collie in the house again after their fellow passed and I sure am glad to have this great home.  Jim and I go for long walks every day around the neighborhood.  I have so many new toys to play with and a new bed to sleep on.  This is going to be the perfect life for me.

5/7/23:  Bennie here, a 4 year old fellow at about 53 pounds.  My person had to start traveling for work and she felt like I was spending to much time by myself.  I know basic commands, great on the leash and love playing fetch.  I am a very smart guy that is great with the other dogs and cats are ok with me.  I am working on that housetraining a bit because I feel the need to mark but neutering will fix that.

Thank you Susan Harrison for helping with my medical needs.

4/11/23:  I have joined the McCarthy Family which consists of 2 humans, 1 collie (Finn) and 3 cats which I am getting used to.  We have a beautiful garden where Finn and I enjoy laying in the shade.  Mom and dad take us on long walks and then I take a nap on my new bed.  Mom says I am a very smart girl and we are going to do well together.

4/2/23:  I am a smooth, collie girl that has just turned eight.  My person went to the assisted living so I came to the rescue.  I have been very well taken care of over the years.  I am housetrained, good with the other dogs and cats are ok but will chase if they run.  I am a very healthy, sweet girl that loves a good game of fetch and also play frisbee.  I am on Phenobarbital because I had a couple of seizures two years ago.  The rescue folks aren’t sure if I really need it or if the medicine is controlling them very well.  It is a very cheep medicine that I take twice per day.

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2/28/23:  Cheryl came to take me to my new home today and I’m gong to be an inside dog now.  These are my new pals, Finley that was also adopted from the rescue and Miss Tipper.  I am starting to settle in and learn all about this good life and the best of all, Chicken Jerky.  Thanks everyone that helped me to find the perfect home.

2/26/23:  I am here at the rescue because my senior person passed away.  I have been very well taken car of and also an outside dog.  I am learning about being in the house and haven’t had any accidents.  I will be turning 9 years old next month and overweight at 96 pounds.  I am currently on a diet but will still be a big fellow when I am a good weight.  I am great with the other dogs and don’t mind the cats.  I will hop right in the car to go for a ride and pretty good on the leash walking.  So far I have been to the groomer to get my hair done.

1/30/23:  Jeff and Tod called themselves fostering that day they took me home.  I immediately proceeded to bark at every noise in the house  and there were no surprised with me.  I met Jake who was once a lot like me and we zoom through the house together.  He need a pal like me to play with and has a few quirks of his own.  If I don’t want to come in the house Jeff takes the vacuum on the porch and I come running to kill that evil devil.  I fit right in this family, I’m their kind of girl and I think Miss Jean knew I would be staying.  How lucky I am to find a family that understands this kind of girl.

1/14/23:  I’m a two year old wild woman and that is why I am at the rescue.  My people were elderly and I was to much for them.  We did not have a fenced yard and since a baby I have always been on a leash when going outside.  When I arrived at the rescue and I was free to run, I ran in the yard until I could run no more.  I had 2 years of pent-up energy to get out.   It was so good to see the other collies and have them to play with.  I still have a lot of energy and a very busy girl.  I pretty much bark at everything that makes a noise like the garbage disposal, vacuum cleaner and some things that don’t make noise like the wonder bread.  I just need some time and the training that I missed as a puppy. You will probably need a lot of patience too.

1/30/23:  I have joined the Long Family and they are just perfect for me.  I have already been for my first checkup and to the groomers that wanted to take me home.  I have made some dog friends in the neighborhood when we go on walks.  I get lots of pets, cuddles and dog treats and have fit right in.  Millie and I sometimes watch shows on the IPad together.  We are going to be best friends for a very long time.  Thanks everyone that helped me to find the best home ever.

12/18/22:  I am small, collie mix girl at about 40 pounds.  The rescue folks are guessing me to be about 4 or 5 years old.  I was picked up by the animal control as a stray.  That was my lucky day because I have heartworms that will need to be treated.  I am a very gentle, calm easy going kind of girl that is housetrained and crate trained.  I get along fine with the other dogs and the cats are ok with me.  I do know some basic commands and pretty good on the leash.  So far I have had a bath to remove all the flea dirt and been spay.  I did have some mats someone cut out but my coat will grow back.  I sure do love a dog bed.

Thank you Mary Mench, Cameron Low and Patricia Smith for helping with the cost of my medical treatment.

1/14/23:  I have settled right in here at the Low’s home and so glad to have a family again.  Mom and I run and play in the yard and then I have a nice nap on dad’s lap.  This is just the home I was looking for and the perfect one for me.

12/18/22:  I am a 3 ½ year old smooth, blue merle collie girl at about 50 pounds.  Before my person passed away, I was very much loved and well taken care of.  I am a little confused right now and unsure about what is happening.  I am housetrained , crate trained and ride well in the car.  I’m pretty good on the leash and enjoy going for walks.

Thank you Lynn Hoffman, Kendy Cochran and Shelia Sloan for helping with my medical cost.

1/14/23:  I’m the first adoption of the year and joining the Donaldson Family.  They knew I was their kind of guy the minute they saw me.  Natasha is my new sister, and she is glad to have a friend.  She lets me be first in line for treats and we are planning big adventures together.  What a new life I have and one I never imagined could be for me.  Thanks to everyone that helped to make this possible for me.

1/6/23:  I am a 3 year old collie fellow at about 60 pounds.  I was picked up as a stray by the animal control and the rescue came to get me.  I have been neutered, vaccinated and heartworm tested which was negative.  I had a much needed grooming and all the mats were removed.  I am crate trained, housetrained and know some basic commands.  I’m pretty good on the leash but do get excited on walks.  I’m great with the other dogs but do like to chase the kitties if they run.  I have a lot of energy and an outstanding personality.  I’m just a fun kind of guy loving life.

12/17/22:  The kids have all gone to their new homes and it is my time to shine.  I am the last of the Illinois dogs to leave and Anita is taking me home today.  She has so much love for me and help me to get over my fears.  Once we arrived home I met Willow Grace, Fern Cooper and my new dad Sam.   Fenn and Willow are both smoothies like me and adopted from the collie rescue.  I know this is the perfect home for and I will blossom in Anita’s care.  Thanks to the people that brought me from IL and the ones that helped with my medical needs.  A special thank you to Debbie for helping me to whelp my puppies and care for them.

10/14/22: Please meet my 8 babies and I am very proud of them.  What a surprise for the rescue folks when they found out they were coming any day.  We have 4 boys and 4 girls and I am a very good mom.

Three year old female from IL with evaluation in progress.

12/15/22:  Paula decided I was the one for her and she is ready to help me with my shyness.  She has a lot of experience with timid dogs and knows I just need love and pets.  I will have other dog friends to show me the ropes and give me some confidence.  Paula is very gentle and kind so I know I will be fine in her care.  Thanks everyone that helped me on the journey to find her.

12/7/22:  Had that neuter thing done and a much needed bath.  I have learned crate training, leash walking and pretty good with the housetraining.  I am great with the other dogs and I don’t mind those cats.  I’m an easy going, quiet kind of guy that is a bit shy.  I do enjoy pets and treats are great.  My hair has started to grow back and I’m going to be a sharp looking man.

Six year old male from IL with evaluation in progress.

Thank you Lorraine Mottola and Patricia Kline for helping with my medical needs.

12/10/22:  Time for my new home and joining the Messenger Family today.  That is my new pal, Parker in the photo and he is a senior fellow also.  He was rescued from an animal shelter like me.  I have already picked out a bed for myself and need a nap after the ride home.  I’m going to be very happy here and The Messenger’s love the older collies.  Thanks everyone that helped me to find them.

11/27/22:  I am now a 57 pound collie fellow and estimated to be about 7 to 8 years old.  I was found as a 37 lb. stray with hair loss from flea infestation and anemic.  I was taken to the shelter and a compassionate, colie rescue lady came to get me.  That is when my healing process begin.  Cured of anemia, neutered, now a strapping 57 lbs. with a growing dark mahogany rough coat, I’m ready for my permanent home.  .  My energy level is medium low, I walk well on a leash, enjoy rides in the car and housetrained.  I’m smart and recently learned the luxury of napping on a dog bed.  I am not a frequent barker and will stop when you tell me to stop.  I’ll rub against you, moaning and groaning for attention and a laugh.  I love rawhide chews and will bring you plush toys for you to play with me – toss them and watch me run for them and return them to you for another toss.  I get along fine with the other dogs and cats also.  I am enclosing some of my before and after pictures.

12/6/22:  Well Santa came through for me and sent Robin and Gordon to take me home.  It was a long car ride here and I am now getting used to my new home.  Mom and dad took me shopping and I picked out bones, toys and some comfy beds for me.  Gordon likes to go for walks, and I need to go for walks so this will work out great for my weight loss.  I am so happy to have a home of my own and I will be very loved here.  Thanks to all that helped me on my way.

12/5/22:  Ok Santa, I had the heartworm treatment, been spay and I’m losing weight.  I’m ready to get in the big, ole sack of yours and go to my forever home.  Folks just need to know I am the sweetest girl ever and will be a faithful family member. I am a great at snuggling and like to rest my head on your shoulder in the car.

10/11/22:  I’m a 3 year old, big girl at 84 pounds but that is to much weight for this collie girl.  I was getting to much food and not enough vet care so I am at the vet today getting heartworm treatment.  I am otherwise healthy and should have no problems with it.  I’m a happy girl that loves to run and play.  I’m housetrained, pretty good on the leash and don’t fit in a crate but I will soon because I am on a diet.  I really would like to chase those cats, so they probably aren’t for me.  I’m good with the other dogs but prefer the company of a male.

Thank you Lorraine Mottola for helping with my medical cost.

12/6/22:  I have always been the shyest and most scared of all the collies from IL.  It was so scary when people touched me and I would tremble all over.  The volunteers would sit with me, giving me treats and letting me do things as I was ready.  Of course, I had the other dogs to show me that people are ok.  Eventually I started to have more confidence and trust people a little.  When Gina and Philip came to met me I was ready for my new home and to give this good life a chance.  Lady will be my pal and help me to adjust.  Thanks everyone for all you have done to make this possible for me.

Three year old female from IL.  Evaluation in progress.

12/2/22:  My turn to go home and I’m joining the Wheeler Family.  They realize it will take me a bit to settle in and my new pals Echo and Poppy will help me to adjust.  Can you believe they have dog TV and I love watching it.  I was the first one in the bus for the trip to NC and I just knew there was a better life ahead.  Thanks everyone that helped me to find this great family.

11/20/22:  I just love these kitties and they sure do love me.  I’m doing great here at the rescue and learning so many things.  Getting over my shyness which is something that just take time and love.

10/24/22: I’m a fun puppy girl at about 40 pounds.  I’m not going to be a big girl and a great size for someone.  Being a smooth collie my coat doesn’t mat and grooming is so much easier.  I have learned how to walk on the leash, doing well with the housetraining and love going in my crate for a treat.  I get along great with the other dogs and don’t mind those cats either.

Qne year old female from IL with evaluation in progress.

Thank you Melba Halley for helping with my medical needs.

12/3/22:  The Scott’s came to take me home today and I am looking forward to my new life with them.  We have three girl dogs in our family so I will have others to play with.  There are so many new things to learn about and experience.  I’m looking forward to learning about the good life.

11/20/22:  So much has happened with me being neutered and learning new things.  I have learned crate training and doing great with the housetraining.  I’m good on the leash in the backyard.  Going out front scares me with all the cars going by and then there are those cats that are scary.  I’m great with the other dogs, enjoying romping and playing.  I’m the clown here laying on my back to sleep and I making funny sounds.

Two year old male from IL.  Evaluation in progress.

12/3/22:  Brianna and David sure hit the jackpot and I’m going home with them today.  They sure know a good boy when they see one.  I will have 2 other fellows to play with and show me the ropes.  You can see I have made myself right and home and I know I am going to have a great life with the Earle’s.

11/20/22:  I am a 2 ½ year old fellow at about 78 pounds.  I probably need to lose at least 8 of that.  I am in rescue because my guy person got sick and had to go to the assisted living.  He wanted to make sure I was safe so I came to the rescue to look for a new home.  I was well taken care of and very much loved.  Currently I am a bit confused and unsure about what is happening.  Bing a resilient collie I am adjusting quickly.  We always lived in an apartment, so I am having a great time in the fenced yard running with the others.  I am housetrained and will let you know if I need to go out.  I have very good house manners and get along great with the other dogs.  I’m pretty good on the leash and enjoy getting pets.  I think I might like to chase the cats and I have never seen those things before.  This week I am going for a much needed grooming.

Thank you Cameron Low for helping with my medical needs.

12/4/22:  The Chiles came to meet and take me home today.  We made the long trip home and I was perfect in the car.  You can see I have settled right in and picked out the perfect spot for me.  We also have a guy collie that has been needing a friend after losing his brother.  This is the perfect home for me and thanks everyone that help me on my journey.

10/2/22:  I am a 2 year old collie girl that has lived in a hotel all my life.  There was no where to run and play so I am having a great time here with the others.  I am housetrained, crate trained and learning basic commands.  I’m pretty good on the leash, great with the other dogs and only chase the cats if they run.

Thank you Jennifer Crawford for helping with my medical needs.

12/2/22:  I’m joining the Samllin Familly and will be their 9^th adoption from the collie rescue.  They have a lot of experience with shy girls like me.  I will get the love and the patience I need while learning about the good life.  I will have 3 other collies to show me the ropes and give me the confidence I need.  Thanks everyone that helped me on this long journey to my forever home.

10/23/22:  I have been to the groomer for a wonderful bath and a bit of a trim.  Starting to get over my shyness and no longer have to wear the long leash because I now like to come in the house.  I have been to the vet for my spay and ready to go.

Four year old female from IL with evaluation in progress.

10/30/22:  I now have a wonderful home with the Cooper’s.  We have lots of grandbabies for me to watch over when they visit.  The cat and I are coming to terms and getting along fine.  I am going to be very much loved here and so happy to be starting my new life.

10/23/22:  Went to the vet for a checkup and some bloodwork.  It showed that I have a low thyroid and that is why my coat is so crappy.  It is a medicine that cost about $5 a month and sure makes me feel better.  I enjoy a good game of fetch and playing in the yard. 

10/11/22:  I’m a 3 year old collie girl that has been very well taken card of.  My person had no time for me so I came to the rescue with a respiratory infection.  I am a bit underweight, and my coat is dry and thin.  I am on antibiotics and hopefully this cough will go away soon.  I am crate trained, housetrained and good on the leash.  I’m great with the other dogs and don’t mind the cats.

11/16/22:  Althea is taking me home and will teach me to enjoy the good life.  We have a nice, quiet home and I found my safe spot right away.  This is my new pal Willow, she is about me age and I am learning so much from her.  It will take time but I know I can overcome being scared given time.  Finding this great home was worth that long trip to NC.  Thanks everyone that helped to make this possible for me.

10/24/22:  What a difference a bath, brushing and some love can make.  I look and feel like a different dog.  I’m still a bit on the shy side and we are working on that.  I am gaining trust every day and it will just take time.

Three year old male from IL with evaluation in progress.

Thank you Samantha Falewee for helping with my medical cost.

Thank you Thomas McFall for helping with my medical needs.

11/19/22:  I’m joining the Capp Family today and learning all about children.  So far I think they are great and will help me get over my shyness.  Willow, my collie friend will also help and she is letting me know what a great home I have found.  It is scary at first but I know I can learn to accept the good life.  Thanks to the folks that helped all of us IL collies find a forever home.

10/23/22:  I have been to the groomer for a bath and a good brushing.  I am learning about being in the house but still a little shy with people.  Doing well with the leash walking and learning basic commands.  Fine with the other dogs and the cats also.

One year old male from IL.  Evaluation in progress.

11/19/22:  Chuck came to pick me up and after a long ride home I got to meet the rest of the family.  This is my new pal, Maggie and she was also adopted from CRC.  Wow, were we glad to meet each other and a lot of tail wagging was going on.  She has let me know this is a great home and how to ask for treats which is pretty important.  I never imagined my life could be this great living in IL.  Thanks everyone that helped to make this possible for me.

One year old male from IL.  Evaluation in progress.

10/29/22:  When I came to the rescue I was scared and shy.  It didn’t take me long to do a 180 and decide I was ready for the good life.  When The Keath’s came to visit I knew this was the family for me and these are my boys.  I am learning so many things but the stairs are a bit scary.  I have a two year old dog friend that is a Pyrenees/Retriever mix.  We play together and she is showing me how to be a good family member.  It sure was worth the long journey to NC to find my forever home.  Thanks everyone that help me to find the Heath’s.

10/23/22:  Will you just look at me now and I’m a new man.  I have had a nice bath and a good brushing.  My coat is a little choppy, but it will grow back.  There is nothing shy about me now and I love people.  I’m learning about being in the house and other basic commands

Three year old male from IL with evaluation in progress.

Thank you Thomas McFall for helping with my medical needs.

10/28/22:  I’m very excited to be joining the Cochran Family today.  They also adopted Georgia Mae back in June and we are going to be great pals.  I rode all the way home without getting car sick and doing pretty good on the leash.  I went to my first fall festival and looking forward to more adventures with my great family.

10/23/22:  I’m an 8 month old sable merle girl with the prettiest brown tail.  My people couldn’t keep me so I need to find a new home.  I’m a good little girl and know some basic commands like sit.  I am doing well with the housetraining, crate trained and do pretty good walking on the leash.  I love playing with the other dogs and the cats are ok with me.

10/22/22:  Maureen has decided to take me home and help me learn about the good life.  She understands all these things are new to me and a bit scary.  It will just take time and patience for me to overcome my shyness.  Penelope, a black lab mix girl is here and she is showing me the ropes.  We get along great and enjoy playing together.  I am going for walks 2 times per day and doing great on the leash.  This is the perfect home for me and thanks to everyone that helped me on the long journey to a better life.

Three year old male from IL with evaluation in progress.

10/29/22:  Mike was looking for a smooth collie to be his service/ companion dog.  He sure was missing his dog that had recently passed and when he came to meet the collies he knew right away I was the one for him.  My quiet, gentle nature is just perfect for this job and I think it was meant to be.  Thanks everyone that helped me travel such a distance and find the perfect home.

Two year old female from IL.  Evaluation in progress.

10/29/22:  Robert and Anne were ready for a new family member and decided I was the one for them.  I have settled in and right away found a good sleeping spot for me.  This is a great home for me and thanks everyone that helped with my journey to find The Lewallen’s.

Two year old female from IL.  Evaluation in progress.

10/23/22:  A foster fail here and it didn’t take long before I was adopted.  I have settled in with the rest of the pack and sure do love laying on the bed snuggling.  So far I have had a bath and brushing and I sure feel better all cleaned up.  I want to thank the folks that helped me to find Becca and she sure does love me.

Eight year old male from IL that is very sweet.

10/23/22: My new folks came to take a collie home to foster.  After meeting me they decided to just go ahead on and adopt me.  I’m doing great in my home and love playing with all my new toys.  I have a dog friend and a cat friend here and they have accepted me.  I am learning about dog beds and the scary stairs.  Thanks to all that helped with my long journey to the Carolinas.

Two year old female from IL with evaluation in progress.

10/15/22:  Michelle came to meet me and take me home today.  I have others here my size and we play king of the couch jumping up and down.  I know the folks at the rescue are going to miss me but I’m going to be just fine here.  Michelle has a lot of aussie experience.  Thank you collie folks for taking me in and finding my forever home.

9/18/22:  I am a male, 1 ½ year old Mini American Shepherd (Aussie) at 25 pounds.  I am an affectionate and loyal friend with a strong desire to keep family safe.  Not much of a barker but will let you know when something isn’t right.  I love playing with toys or snuggling on the couch.  Doing great with the housetraining and don’t really need a crate.  I get along with the other dogs and the cats don’t bother me.  We are working on leash walking and other basic commands.  Carmel and I were purchased to breed but our person got sick and put us in a dog lot.  There we stayed until you rescue folks came to get us and thank you so much.

10/9/22:  Going home with Bobby and Susie today and I’m going to be the only dog.  I will get so much attention and all the play time.  There is doubt I am to be very spoiled.  Thank you CRC for helping me to find the Doss Family.

9/18/22:  I am a 9 month old female, merle Mini American Shepherd (Aussie) at 28 pounds.  I’m a bit of a shy girl but very affectionate and love to snuggle.  I would prefer a quiet home because these big dogs here scare me.  I don’t pay any attention to the cats though.  I am great with the housetraining and learning basic commands.  Satchel and I were purchased to breed but our person got sick and put us in a dog lot.  There we stayed until you rescue folks came to get us and thank you so much.

9/25/22:  I have joined the Hill Family and you can see how happy I am to be here.  I will be the only dog with all the attention I could ever want.  This is the life I always wanted and thanks to the folks that helped me to find the Hill’s.

9/22/22:  I am a 3 year old collie girl at about 55 pounds.  I have pretty much been used as a breeder dog and it seems they are done with me.  I am so happy to be at the rescue and going to a real home.  The rescue folks are learning about me and so far they know I am pretty good with the housetraining, am crate trained, know some basic commands and good on the leash.  I am good with the other dogs and don’t mind the kitties.  I am a very loving girl and always by your side.

8/19/22:  It is a great day for me and I will be joining my brother Gaston and sister Avery at the Davis home.  You can imagine the excitement when we all saw each other.  We played a while and then they showed me around the property.  I am so happy to be with family again and have them to play with.  I am the last of the Counties and we have all found homes.

8/21/22:  Folks, I have gained 6 pounds and now at 35 pounds.  I still have a little more to gain but will always be a smaller fellow.  With all the good nutrition and a bath my coat is very shinny now.  I’m doing great with the housetraining and crate trained.  I am great with all other dogs and don’t mind the cat either.  I prefer to stay at home and play with toys.  I’m not interested in going on walks because those cars going by scare me. 

6/20/22; Nine month old male very underweight.  My evaluation is in progress. 

9/22/22:  I have found my folks and going home with the Lynch Family.  I will have others to play with and will go to work with mom on the farm.  I know I will have a wonderful life with them and excited to get started.

9/8/22:  I am a handsome, blue merle, smooth collie at 1 year old and about 65 pounds.  I am housetrained, crate trained and love rides in the car.  I will hop right in and ready to go.  I’m pretty good on the leash but will sometimes pull.  I do know basic commands and being a puppy still have some manners to learn.  I get along great with the other dogs and the cats are ok but if they run I will chase them.

8/26/22:  Mary Ann and Mark came to take me home today and it looks like our ride is here.  I’m leaving on this jet plane, not coming back again, I’m going to my new home. I got to meet the captain and ride in the cabin with my new folks.  It has been a very big day for me and once home I checked out everything then had a long nap.  I will be the only dog here and get all the love and attention.  Thanks everyone that helped me to find the Palmer’s and I will be very happy here.

8/20/22:  I am a 4 year old, blue merle collie at 65 pounds.  I am at the rescue because I don’t really care for the other dogs.  While I love children and the kitties, I would prefer to be the only dog.  I am housetrained, good on the leash, friendly and a great fellow.

8/21/22:  John and Sandra came to adopt one collie.  After showing them what great guys we are they were quickly won over.  So, we are headed out in a great big truck on another long trip.  We will get to spend the  night at a hotel and looking forward to all the new things we will experience.  Thanks to all that helped us to find this great family and we are going to be very happy with them.

8/20/22:  We are two great collie brothers that just turned 3 years old and weigh about 55 pounds.  Our person didn’t have time for us anymore and we were staying in the garage most of the time.  This wonderful lady drove a very long way to give us a ride to the rescue.  We are the sweetest guys you will ever meet and love children.  We get along great with the other dogs and are a bit afraid of the cats.  We are housetrained, walk well on the leash and like rides in the car.  We love each other very much and prefer to stay together.

8/20/22:  Headed home with my new fellow, Grayson.  Maverick the golden retriever is 2 years old and will be my new playmate.  We are all getting along great and even the Chihuahua likes me.  I am so happy to be starting my new life with the O’Reilly’s and will be very happy here.

7/16/22:  I’m the bravest guy here.  We all wanted that toy but I was the only one with the courage to brave that splash pad and get it.  I’m doing great with the housetraining, got the crate training down and learning some basic commands.  Practicing loose leash walking and learning about all the new, wonderful things.  I’m great with the other dogs but no cats for me.

6/20/22: Nine month old male very underweight.  My evaluation is in progress. 

8/14/22:  It is our turn to leave and we are joining the Davis Family.  It was a long trip to our new house and we were very good in the car.  We have two acres of fenced in property to run in and we are exploring every inch this morning.  These are our new pals, Charlie the greyhound and Dee the pyre mix.  They are showing us the ropes and let us know we have found the good life.  Thanks everyone that helped us on our way to a wonderful home.

7/16/22:  I’m the smartest one and learn very quickly.  Starting to gain some weight and fill out a bit.  I am doing great with the housetraining and learned crate training.  Learning some basic commands and walking nicely on a leash.  I’m great with the other dogs but no cats for me.

6/20/22: Nine month old female very underweight.  My evaluation is in progress.

8/14/22:  It is our turn to leave and we are joining the Davis Family.  It was a long trip to our new house and we were very good in the car.  We have two acres of fenced in property to run in and we are exploring every inch this morning.  These are our new pals, Charlie the greyhound and Dee the pyre mix.  They are showing us the ropes and let us know we have found the good life.  Thanks everyone that helped us on our way to a wonderful home.

6/20/22; Nine month old male very underweight.  My evaluation is in progress. 

8/13/22:  Headed home with Kianna and will be joining the pack of other collies adopted from CRC.  She works at the vet so I will receive all the care I might need.  I will get to go to doggie day care and have lots of others to play with.  I am so happy that my tail won’t stop wagging.  Thanks everyone for helping me to find the perfect home.

8/12/22:  Hello folks, I am a 1 ½ year old collie mix fellow at about 40 pounds.  I’m a smart fellow that knows sit, shake and sometimes I will smile for you.  I am housetrained, crate trained, walk well on the leash and good in the car.  Being young I am an active kind of fellow but mostly want to be by your side.  I like to hug and a very affectionate fellow.  We didn’t have a fence and I’m not neutered yet so I was a frequent visitor at the shelter being picked up as a stray.  My folks always came to get me but this time they didn’t.  This is how I came to the rescue where I will have a home with a fenced yard and will soon be neutered.

8/2/22:  My new home is with Esther and she drove a long way to pick me up.  We made some sightseeing stops along the way home and I got to stay in a hotel.  All these things are new to me but very exciting.  I met that cat and she let me know who the boss is here.  I have made some friends in the neighborhood and enjoying my now wonderful life.  I am adding a picture of me at my new home.  Thanks everyone that helped me on my way to a better life.

6/20/22; Nine month old male very underweight.  My evaluation is in progress.

7/30/22:  Janet came to take me home and now have my very own family.  I am gaining weight with all the good food here and up to 33 pounds.  I have had no accidents in the house and doing great with my leash walking.  It is a bit tough getting use to all the new things here with that cat, the broom, chairs, ect.  I am very much loved here and my family is very patient giving me time to adjust to the good life.  Thanks everyone that helped me get to the rescue.

6/20/22; Nine month old male very underweight.  My evaluation is in progress. 

Thank you Sharon DeCheubel for donating toward my bath.

8/7/22;  I have successfully wormed my way into Ms. Jean’s heart and will be staying here at the rescue.  We like to play hide and seek with me hiding her shoes and she has to look for them.  I have a pretty good gig here with my own bed and lots of people visiting that pet me.  I am very happy here and want to thank the folks that offered to give me a home.

6/7/22:  I am a very healthy 12 year old collie lady that has been well take care of and very much loved.  However unfortunate circumstances bring me to collie rescue to find a new home.  I am housetrained, walk great on the leash, good with the other dogs and cats also.  I enjoy a fluffy dog bed, going for a walk or laying outside under a tree.  I will be a permanent foster and this is where the rescue will pay for my approved medical needs and all you have to do is love me like I am going to live forever.

Thank you Sharon DeCheubel, Theresa Kleeman and Deborah Brown for donating to help with my medical needs.

7/27/22: My perfect person came to take me home today.  Joan wanted a calm, gentle, loving girl and I I wanted the same thing.  She lets me sleep in the bed and anywhere I want to.  This is definitely the good life and I’m going to love it here. Thanks everyone that helped me to find Joan and we are great together.

7/17/22:  I just turned 4 years old and weigh about 50 pounds.  I was used as a breeder dog and have had many puppies over the years.  So glad that will not be happening again and I’m going to get fixed.  I am crate trained but I don’t really need one and no problems with the housetraining.  I get along with most everyone and a quiet kind of girl.

7/23/22:  I am so excited to be going home with Hannah today.  We are going to do so many things together and I will get lots of attention.  This is my new pal Cleo and we go on walks together.  When we come in I take a long nap on the couch.  This is truly the good life and I’m going to be very happy with Hannah.  Thanks everyone for helping me.

7/17/22:  I am a one year old collie girl at about 45 pounds.  My people are moving where they cannot take a dog so I came to the rescue.  I am crate trained, housetrained and learning basic commands.  I love everyone and enjoy playing with the other dogs here.  Not much of an alpha girl and get along with everyone.

7/16/22:  Going home with Mark today and I will be his 3^rd adoption from CRC.  We had some bonding time on the way and I got to meet Rex when we arrived.  Rex is an older fellow and we have made friends.  This morning dad and I took a nice, long hike and this is the perfect life for me.  Thanks everyone that helped me to find this great home.

6/20/22; Nine month old male very underweight.  My evaluation is in progress. 

7/10/22: I have picked out the fellow for me and happy to say I am now Rodney’s new buddy.  After raising my little family this was just the kind of home I was looking for.  We enjoy relaxing on the couch together and I sure did need some rest and all the attention just for me.  Rodney knew I was the one for him the minute he saw my picture and pestered Ms. Jean weekly to see when he could take me home.  I am so happy and thanks everyone that helped to make this possible for me.

7/3/22:  My babies have all gone to their homes and I’m ready for mine.  I will be spay this week 

4/10/22:  They are here! Seven beautiful, healthy babies with four girls and three boys.

4/4/22:  Can you guess what is going to happen here?  When I went to the vet for my spay it was determined I’m going to have puppies real soon.  Miss Loreen has taken me home with her to whelp my puppies and it is much quieter here.  Everyone is going crazy with excitement, ordering supplies, listening to their heartbeats and sticking that thermometer in my rear all the time.  I know what I am doing and will keep everyone posted on the progress.

3/20/22:  I am at the rescue because my person had a medical emergency.  I am about a 2 year old, tri collie girl at 50 pounds.  I will soon be going to the vet for a bath and my spay.  My evaluation is in progress as the folks get to know me.  Please check back to see how I am doing.

Thanks everyone that has sent supplies and donations to help me and my little family

7/4/22:  I have made the long trip to Michigan and joined the Rouwhorst Family.  They came all this way to pick me up and give me a good home.  I sure am loving the cooler temperatures and have picked myself out a chair to nap in.  Charlie is my new collie friend that is starting to like me and play.  I will be starting puppy classes soon so I can be the best boy ever.  Thanks everyone that helped me to find Tammy.

6/20/22; Nine month old male very underweight.  My evaluation is in progress. 

11/13/21:  They say some things are just meant to be and that is exactly what happened for us.  Ron and Marianne were visiting at the rescue the day we arrived.  They helped us get settled in with giving us lots of pets and making us comfortable.  It seems we stayed on their minds and couldn’t stop thinking about us.  The next day they called the rescue to say they would like us to come live out our senior years with them.  What a blessing for us getting to stay together and going with folks we have already met. After going for a walk and meeting the neighbors we settled right in just as if we had always lived here.  Oh yes, it was meant to be.

11/1/21:  Our owner unexpectedly passed away, then they cleaned out our house and we came to the rescue.  As you can imagine we have been through a lot lately.  We have been together all our lives and can’t imagine not having each other.  We are going to have our medical work done and will get some grooming this week.  We are looking for a home where we can stay together and someone will love both of us during our senior years.  Vala 13 (white) and Minnie 10 (sable)

Thank you Barry Knapp and Rosemary Aja for helping with our medical needs.

11/12/21:  Lucky for me Trish has a weakness for the smooth collies and I’m going to live out my senior days with her.  She has another smoothie fellow just like me that was also adopted from CRC.  I have learned to go up and down the stairs to get in and out of the car so that we can go places together.  I think I am really going to enjoy living on this little farm with all the critters.

10/31/21:  Please to meet you and I am a 10 year old smooth collie fellow.  I have gained way to much weight and now on a strict diet.  I have great house manners and enjoy going for walks which I really need.  I’m fine with the other dogs and haven’t been tested with the cats yet.  I’m a very gentle easy going kind of guy.  I am at the rescue because my person is moving out of state and not taking me.

The rescue realizes it is hard to take in a senior and love them as if they be with you forever.  These seniors are suddenly without the home they have always known and need a friend to give them a place to live out their senior years.  The seniors are like puppies without all the bad habits and always doing things to make you laugh.  The rescue pays for all approved medical cost and all you have to do is love them.  We do still require a fenced yard, vet check and home visit.  Most of the seniors cannot do many steps.

Thank you Susan Hopkins, Landee Roth and Judith Gast for helping with my medical needs.