About Mr. Max

Sweet Mr. Max is a GORGEOUS and energetic 8 yr old, Australian Shepherd or possibly an Aussie/Golden Retriever mix. Mr. Max came to ASF after his owner passed away and the family could not care for him due to health issues. Max lived in his home alone for approx. 1 month being checked on daily. We have no idea if Max witnessed his owner's passing. Mr. Max is good with other dogs. He is sweet and affectionate. He is current on vaccines, on preventatives, microchipped and neutered. The best adopter for Mr. Max will be someone who can continue his training. Someone with patience that believes an old dog can learn new tricks! Mr. Max is a strong leash puller and is reactive (not aggressive) in the yard and on leash to other dogs and people. He is fearful of new people until he has a chance to settle down and meet them on his terms and then he is a sweetheart. We do not know if he was just sheltered or if this is trauma from his owner's passing. Max is quite vocal, so apartment living is not ideal. However, he is improving and lessening his barking. Mr. Max is also in the process of crate training and is getting better every day! Mr. Max is not good with cats and has not been exposed to children. Max would be good alone or with another dog. He is such a good boy at the vet, but nervous in the car so he needs to be crated or tethered. Max's ideal home will have a fenced yard and the time and patience to continue his training, he is so very worth it. This senior boy still has years of love to give!! Will you be Mr. Max's forever? Here is the application: https://www.australianshepherdsfurever.org/adoption-application There is an additional $20 microchip fee which includes registration and transfer to his new furever family. All adoption fees are used for future rescue efforts

Jefferson County
Shenandoah Junction, Virginia 25442