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Aussie Rescue of Minnesota Aussie Rescue of Minnesota, Inc. All members of ARM are volunteers and receive no monetary compensation for their efforts.

(ARM) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit adoption and referral organization dedicated to placing homeless Australian Shepherds in loving, permanent homes where they will be indoor dogs and be incorporated into their family's life. All of our dogs live in foster homes until a suitable "forever home" can be found.

Little Jana was adopted! She's off to country living where she will have a doggy friend and cows to watch. Congratulatio...
10/24/2026

Little Jana was adopted!

She's off to country living where she will have a doggy friend and cows to watch. Congratulations Jana and family! 🐾❤️🐾

This is a courtesy post. This is not an ARM dog and any adoption or communication will be with the current owner. Meet Y...
10/24/2026

This is a courtesy post. This is not an ARM dog and any adoption or communication will be with the current owner.

Meet Yonah (like Jonah with a Y)! He is a 5 year old neutered miniature aussie who loves everyone he meets. He was born on February 11th, 2021 and weighs about 24 lbs. He does well with kids, some cats, and dogs. He is extremely outgoing, friendly, and playful.

He has a few charming quirks, such as dropping down randomly in the grass and enthusiastically rolling around (even when on walks) and spinning repeatedly when he sees you holding a treat, hoping you’ll give it to him. He is a very curious fellow and will sometimes tilt his head if you make silly noises at him or say his name in a funny voice. He has a tendency to pull his ears back, which gives him an endearing “seal face” look.

He is a Velcro dog who doesn’t understand the concept of personal space, so expect him to follow you from room to room, sit either next to or on top of you while on the couch, and watch you cook and sniff the ground for crumbs. He loves to snuggle and will go limp in your arms if you cradle him. At night, he likes to sleep in bed with you. He sometimes makes hiccup sounds when asleep.

A fenced yard is not necessary but preferred, as he does NOT have a reliable recall and must be kept on a leash if not in an enclosed area. He walks nicely on a leash, but may lunge if he sees a squirrel running by. He does have some leash frustration when he has pent up energy, which translates to him pulling when he sees other dogs due to wanting to greet them. If exercised enough and given the opportunity to routinely socialize with other dogs off-leash, this will taper off. He has also done beautifully in doggy daycare and adjusts very quickly to new environments.

He is good with having his coat/teeth brushed, nails dremeled, and being given baths. He rides well in the car when placed inside of a safety seat (backseat) and harnessed. He is used to being kept inside of a crate when alone at home.

He has some mild separation anxiety at times, so he is looking for a home that is NOT in an apartment. Despite this, he rarely barks and is very quiet in general. He will bark and growl if someone knocks on the door or if he sees something concerning when outside.

The ideal home for him would be a retired person or a retired couple, but other homes may be considered.

Anyone interested will be vetted. A rehoming fee (no higher than ARM) and home visit will be required. A trial period to ensure compatibility between him and the prospective new owner will apply. A contract will be drawn up to ensure he is returned to the current owner if the new placement does not work out at any point in the future. The current owner will always be available to answer any questions and would appreciate receiving occasional updates from the new owner. Past photos and videos taken of him as both a puppy and an adult will be provided to the new owner.

Please reach out with any questions.
Location: Minneapolis, MN

If interested, please text, email, or both:

612-504-7668

[email protected]

How was your Thursday? Ernie, Loretta, and Jana thought theirs was pretty great! 😊😊Jana has an approved application that...
10/23/2026

How was your Thursday?

Ernie, Loretta, and Jana thought theirs was pretty great! 😊😊

Jana has an approved application that is meeting her this weekend but Ernie and Loretta are still available for adoption! 🐾🐾

Sharing an update on our little Coco, who may be small but has a large personality 🥰:"Coco is doing great at her foster ...
10/21/2026

Sharing an update on our little Coco, who may be small but has a large personality 🥰:

"Coco is doing great at her foster home. She still gets very excited to go for walks and to play outside and poor weather does not deter her. Her favorite place to be is up at the cabin where she can have a bit more freedom to run around off-leash, lay in the sun, and get dirty. We’re slowly learning how to play fetch the “right way” by waiting to see where the ball goes first, and to bring it back to our feet every time. She loves to snuggle and get belly rubs whenever she can."

Coco would make a great addition for a home that is looking for a smaller pup - all she asks is that she's the only pup in the home. 🐾

Pending AdoptionIntroducing Trixie!Trixie is a lovely black & white Aussie/Border Collie mix with a fluffy full tail. Sh...
10/21/2026

Pending Adoption

Introducing Trixie!

Trixie is a lovely black & white Aussie/Border Collie mix with a fluffy full tail. She currently weighs just shy of 40 lbs and is estimated to beapproximately 2 years old. She is the mother of Jana, Loretta, and Ernie and came to rescue after they were dropped off at an intake shelter in rural WI. She is up to date on shots, and will be getting spayed prior to adoption.

Trixie is noted to be a very sweet, friendly girl who loves to play with other dogs. She desperately wants to play with the current resident dog, who is not so interested. She is quick and shows interest in playing with toys and chasing balls. She is a bit higher energy and will look for ways to entertain herself, so is learning that counter surfing is not a great way to expend energy. She does not have any known history of obedience training and tends to pull on the leash. However Trixie is a quick learner and really does want to please.

She would excel in a home that has another doggy playmate and would enjoy a family that is willing invest some time and training. She also shows great potential for dog sports. She is sensitive to corrections, and does respond more quickly to positive reinforcement.

This young girl is all done being a mom and is ready for a second chance with the right family.

The details:

Needs fence: No, but needs trusted recall established before being off leash.

Good with dogs: Yes

Good with cats: Unknown

Good with kids: Seems to be

All of our dogs live in foster homes with volunteers. We need an approved application on file to set up a meeting with a dog you might be interested in. You can find our application at www.aussierescuemn.com. All dogs have an adoption fee of $400 plus MN sales tax. We pride ourselves on matches that are awesome for both the dog and your family. Aussie Rescue of MN is here for support, advice and as a safety net for our dogs for the rest of their lives

Adopted!Elmo This little peanut came to us from a rural shelter after being live trapped by the The Retrievers. He i...
10/20/2026

Adopted!

Elmo
This little peanut came to us from a rural shelter after being live trapped by the The Retrievers. He is a neutered male that is 16 pounds. Elmo is sweet but scared. He walks great on a leash and seems housetrained. He is very bothered by loud noises, chaos and sudden movements. While this may improve some we will require a quiet home for Elmo with no large dogs and no children. We do consider him a flight risk at this time and he will need adequate safety precautions taken to make sure he does not escape.

The details:
Needs fence: Yes, or leash at all times
Good with dogs: Yes, small one is fine
Good with cat: yes
Good with kids: no - is scared of noise and chaos

All of our dogs live in foster homes with volunteers. We need an approved application on file to set up a meeting with a dog you might be interested in. You can find our application at www.aussierescuemn.com. All dogs have an adoption fee of $400 plus MN sales tax. We pride ourselves on matches that are awesome for both the dog and your family. Aussie Rescue of MN is here for support, advice and as a safety net for our dogs for the rest of their lives.

Say hi to Loretta!Loretta is a 9 week old black Aussie mix with a shorter fur coat and little white paws weighing 11 lbs...
10/19/2026

Say hi to Loretta!

Loretta is a 9 week old black Aussie mix with a shorter fur coat and little white paws weighing 11 lbs. Her mom is an Aussie/BC mix and the Dad is unknown. While we could speculate on what Loretta mixed with, what can't be speculated is how sweet and playful she is! She came to rescue with her mom and brother & sister after they were dropped off at an intake shelter in rural WI.

Loretta has received her first set of puppy shots and is ready to find her new family.

All of our dogs live in foster homes with volunteers. We need an approved application on file to set up a meeting with a dog you might be interested in. You can find our application at www.aussierescuemn.com. All dogs have an adoption fee of $400 plus MN sales tax. There will be a $100 spay deposit for all puppies that are not altered yet. We pride ourselves on matches that are awesome for both the dog and your family. Aussie Rescue of MN is here for support, advice and as a safety net for our dogs for the rest of their lives

Adopted!Say hi to little Jana!Jana is a 9 week old black Aussie mix with a longer fur coat and tiny little white paws we...
10/19/2026

Adopted!

Say hi to little Jana!

Jana is a 9 week old black Aussie mix with a longer fur coat and tiny little white paws weighing just about 10 lbs. Her mom is an Aussie/BC mix and the Dad is unknown. While we could speculate on what Jana mixed with, what can't be speculated is how cute and playful she is! She came to rescue with her mom and brother & sister after they were dropped off at an intake shelter in rural WI.

Jana has received her first set of puppy shots and is ready to find her new family.

All of our dogs live in foster homes with volunteers. We need an approved application on file to set up a meeting with a dog you might be interested in. You can find our application at www.aussierescuemn.com. All dogs have an adoption fee of $400 plus MN sales tax. There will be a $100 spay deposit for all puppies that are not altered yet. We pride ourselves on matches that are awesome for both the dog and your family. Aussie Rescue of MN is here for support, advice and as a safety net for our dogs for the rest of their lives

Say hi to little Ernie!Ernie is a 9 week old white and black Aussie mix with adorable black ears, full tail, and spots. ...
10/19/2026

Say hi to little Ernie!

Ernie is a 9 week old white and black Aussie mix with adorable black ears, full tail, and spots. Ernie weighs 11 lbs. His mom is an Aussie/BC mix and the Dad is unknown. While we could speculate on what Ernie mixed with, what can't be speculated is how cute and spunky he is! He came to rescue with his mom and two sisters after they were dropped off at an intake shelter in rural WI.

Ernie has received his first set of puppy shots and is ready to find his new family.

All of our dogs live in foster homes with volunteers. We need an approved application on file to set up a meeting with a dog you might be interested in. You can find our application at www.aussierescuemn.com. All dogs have an adoption fee of $400 plus MN sales tax. There will be a $100 spay deposit for all puppies that are not altered yet. We pride ourselves on matches that are awesome for both the dog and your family. Aussie Rescue of MN is here for support, advice and as a safety net for our dogs for the rest of their lives

Foster found. Thank you Alex!This 8 year old boy needs a foster home. He is sweet and a bit scared of new situations an...
10/16/2026

Foster found. Thank you Alex!
This 8 year old boy needs a foster home. He is sweet and a bit scared of new situations and people. Needs a home with no kids or cats. Great with dogs. His current foster has cats and he is a bit too intense with them for everyone to feel safe.

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