About Belle and Shorty

Legendary Mother & Son Working Duo Seeking Their Next Ranch Assignment The Legacy; Meet a truly striking, authentic pair of pure working spirits with a deep family bond. Raised their entire lives on a wide-open ranch, the 12-year-old male is the son of the 14-year-old female. This beautiful mother-and-son pair embodies the true grit, intelligence, and unmatched drive of the iconic Catahoula Leopard Dog. They are seasoned, high-drive hunters who have spent years successfully tracking deer, managing hogs, and chasing coon. They have a legendary work ethic and must be rehomed together; their bond is unbreakable, and they thrive when working as a team. The Crew: The Mother (14 Years Old ��%BD'� Spayed Female): Wise, beautiful, and the seasoned matriarch with an incredible instinct for the land. The Son (12 Years Old ��%BD'� Neutered Male): Strong, focused, and deeply loyal to his mother and his job. The Ideal Placement: We recently moved to the city, and it has become instantly clear: these are not city dogs. The concrete jungle does not suit their souls. While they are seniors, age hasn't slowed down their internal clock or their deep-rooted desire to have a purpose. They are true hunters through and through. They still have that classic Catahoula engine and need space to roam, patrol, and feel useful. What they need: A True Ranch or Acreage Lifestyle: Someone with land where they can live out their golden years exactly as nature intended. An Experienced Handler: A rancher or property owner who understands independent, high-drive working breeds. No Cats or Other Dogs: Because of their intense, lifelong hunting instincts, they are not good with cats or other dogs. They should be the only canine and feline companions on the property. ��%BD��%BD��%BDOlder Kids Only: They do best in an environment with adults or older, dog-savvy children who understand working dogs. ��%BD��%BD��%BDUnderstanding of Senior Perks: Both dogs are getting hard of hearing, meaning they rely beautifully on visual cues, hand signals, and their sharp-as-ever sense of smell and instinct. ��%BD��%BD��%BDOutdoor/Indoor Flexibility: They were house-trained originally but have spent the last 6-8 years thriving as dedicated outdoor ranch dogs. Why Take Them In? These dogs aren't looking for a retirement couch-they are looking for a final, meaningful retirement post. If you have secure acreage that needs a watchful eye, or simply have a deep appreciation for a beautiful mother-and-son duo who deserve to keep their boots on until the very end, this pair will reward you with unparalleled loyalty. We love them deeply and want nothing more than to see them back where they belong: under an open sky with dirt beneath their paws.

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Callahan County
Clyde, Texas 79510

Russell Allcorn: 3252605612

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