Meet Bernie 🐾
 
Breed: Australian Shepherd (DNA has not been confirmed)
Age: Estimated 3 years old
Weight: 102 lbs of pure Aussie goodness
 
Bernie is the kind of dog who walks into a room and immediately acts like he’s been invited. People? Best friends. Dogs? Best friends. Cats? Yep, them too. Bernie has never met a stranger, and honestly, he seems a little confused why everyone isn’t already his biggest fan.
 
This full-figure Aussie is confident, affectionate, and just the right amount of goofy. His signature “Bernie Bounce” on walks is guaranteed to make you smile. He loves exploring, but he’ll always look back to check that his person is right there with him. 🥹
 
After a good morning walk, Bernie’s favorite activity is finding the perfect spot for a well-earned nap. He’s got the adventurous side of an Aussie with the soul of a professional lounge expert.
 
Bernie is a smart boy who already knows his basics (sit, shake, high-five, and lay down), and he’s very motivated to keep learning, especially when treats are involved. He’s also crate trained, potty trained, and incredibly calm in his crate. Bernie is the type of dog who happily settles in and enjoys the quiet life.
 
His ideal home will have a securely fenced yard where he can safely explore. He’d love a dog friend to hang out with, but he’d also be perfectly happy being your one-and-only and soaking up all the attention.
 
Bernie is currently heartworm positive and is receiving treatment. His future family will need to be committed to helping him finish his care so he can start the next chapter of his life healthy and happy.
 
A few fun facts about Bernie:
✨ Never turns down a stuffy toy
✨ Gives the best “are we still together?” walk check-ins
✨ Has a nose scrape from his great escape that is healing beautifully
✨ Brings big dog energy with an even bigger heart
 
If you’re looking for a loyal adventure buddy, a cuddle companion, and a dog who will make every day a little more fun… Bernie might be your guy. 💙