Meet Chelsea!
A spirited three-year-old Kelpie/Border Collie/Australian Cattle Dog mix currently in Denver, CO, whose tricolor coat comes wrapped around an adventurous athlete, devoted cuddle buddy, and exceptionally clever companion.
At about 45 pounds, Chelsea has the makings of a four-legged Olympian! She loves balls, tug, fetch, swimming, car rides, and just about any adventure where she can stretch her legs and put that busy brain to work. She has even taken a few flights! Give Chelsea at least an hour of daily exercise, mental enrichment, training, and a dependable routine, and she is ready to be your enthusiastic teammate.
After the action, Chelsea knows how to switch gears. She settles beautifully, enjoys lounging in the sunshine, rarely barks, and loves cuddling with her favorite people. In fact, multiple pet sitters have said she is the easiest dog they have ever watched, which says a lot about how nicely she settles into a routine! She is crate-trained, house-trained, spayed, microchipped, vaccinated, and wonderfully cooperative at the vet. This smart girl already knows an impressive collection of cues, including sit, stay, leave it, drop it, back up, and several others!
Chelsea thrives with structure and bonds deeply through activity, training, and routine. On walks, she can pull or become very excited around some dogs, sometimes lunging or spinning. Consistent positive reinforcement and giving her space from passing dogs help her succeed.
While Chelsea enjoys one-on-one play with many dogs, large groups, excessive barking, doggie daycare, and dog parks can make her uneasy. Smaller, quieter canine companions may be more comfortable company. Her compatibility with cats has not been fully assessed, particularly because she may chase outdoor cats and other small animals. Calm, respectful older children are a good match.
A secure yard with a 5- to 6-foot fence would give this speedy athlete room to move safely. Off-leash adventures should wait until her recall has received additional training, especially with tempting bunnies nearby!
Chelsea needs an active, dog-savvy family or individual ready to combine adventures with affection, guidance, and plenty of snuggle time! Could Chelsea be the clever, loving adventure buddy you have been waiting to meet?