About Charlie

Hello humans, I am Charlie (fka Laya). I am a female 10-month-old Australian Shepherd/Catahoula mix (they think). I was adopted over the summer, but it didn't work out and I am back and better than ever! First and foremost, my new family will need a lot of patience and years of experience with dogs with strong personalities. I tend to take after my Catahoula relatives. I take my time when trusting new people and need a gentle handler. I barked at my foster dad for 15 minutes when I met him. He didn't push me but sat with me in a small room until I was comfortable and came to him. I am the best at guarding my human and our home. I need my human to make me feel secure when new people are around me. If my human gives me the okay, I may sniff a new person, or I may just sit at a distance and bark at them. I am working hard with my foster dad and pack to build my confidence and trust in strangers. We walk around the neighborhood daily and I'm okay with people that I've met a few times. I am still afraid of children because they are loud and move fast. Once I know them and feel omfortable, I will give them kisses. If you are still reading this, let me tell you that I am loyal, a lover, and a cuddlebug even though I am shy and reserved with new things. I'm a good girl who knows my basic commands such as sit, down and walk exceptionally calm on leash, if I do say so myself. I am crate trained, house trained, and doggy door trained. I LOVE to play as all puppies do! I also think I'm gorgeous! I would thrive in a suburban or rural home with a fenced yard to run in. A knowledgeable, patient human is a must. Please, no little children. I would really love a confident doggie playmate or even 2 or 3. I've had up to 6 pack mates here at The Paradise Hotel for Doggos in Fredericksburg, VA and love them! Thank you for auditioning to be my new human! Here is the adoption application: https://www.australianshepherdsfurever.org/adoption-application All adoption fees are used for future rescue efforts.

Virginia Beach (City)
Fredericksburg, Virginia 22406