Foxy

Meet Foxy!  She is an approximately 3 yr. old spayed red merle Aussie.  She is a super sweet and loving girl.  She listens and obeys well.  Foxy adores all humans, however, doesn’t seem to care about other dogs.  She prefers to follow her humans around wherever they go!   She is totally housebroken and when taken out, does her business and is right back by her foster parent’s side.  She prefers to sleep with her foster parent but will go in a crate without any whining.  This dog will, without a doubt, make a terrific companion for anyone!  She just wants to be loved and has a lot of love to give.  Foxy aims to please and is awaiting her forever home.

Available Dogs - Midatlantic

PA, NJ, DE, MD, VA, WV

Please visit our adoption page to read about applying for a New Spirit dog.  The link to the application is at the bottom of that page.

Our fee is $250 and dogs come spayed or neutered and up to date on basic shots except under unusual circumstances.  See the adoption page for more detail on what vetting is done.

Many times, a dog on this page will already be adopted by the time we process your application. If a dog you were looking at no longer appears on this page, please check our "Happy Endings" page to see if they've been adopted.

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Coming Attractions: 

The dogs in Coming Attractions are not yet available but if you see one that interests you, please submit an application now to allow time for processing.

Hold: These dogs in the New Spirit program are currently undergoing medical treatment or behavioral                          assessment.  No applications are being accepted on them at this time.  Please check back for updates.

Jill

Jill is a fantastic dog who tends to be on the shy side. She is considered a mini Aussie although she stands on the tall side. She weighs about 35lbs but could stand to put on a few more. Jill is 7 years young but during playtime she can battle with the best of them! 

She creates a very strong bond with her chosen person and loves to be around them during whatever activities are taking place. She is fond of her

Jill's ideal match would be someone with out small children and absolutely no cats as she does show a

very strong interest in them (cats). She would love to able to spend and ample amount of time outdoors

with someone who likes to hike or be active. A rural setting would be perfect as she is easily startled by traffic and other loud noises. She would love another mellow dog to play with or even someone who is home a good amount of time. Given the right person, Jill will make an exceptional dog and a life long friend!

Jill is fostered in Long Valley, NJ. Apply here if you would like to adopt her. NS 0695

Pennylane

Pennylane is in my ears and in my eyes…She is a beautiful red merle girl with a nice deep bark, that sounds when you ask her if she would like to go for a walk or ride……

A call went out to rescue, and New Spirit stepped up to foster Pennylane.  Pennylane’s fur is starting to grow in; she is beginning to lose weight.  She is enjoying the dog park, especially the extra petting she gets from everyone, and hopefully sighting of a rabbit or squirrel.  She is romping and playing with the other dogs, and Pennylane is happy!  Pennylane is now looking for her forever home.  Cats, dogs, people, she likes them all,.  Pennylane is housebroken, walks well on a lead, and loves a soft place to curl up and sleep.   She loves to be rubbed, especially around her head and rear end.

Pennylane is being fostered in Pittsburgh, PA   NS 0953

Apply here for Pennylane

foster brother and sister, however she will make it known that she has had enough playtime by retreating into her favorite hiding place. She does well on walks and seems to be much more confident outside vs. inside. Jill has a hard time walking on tile or wood flooring but with enough love and attention I am sure she will overcome the funny feeling under her feet and the tip tap of her toe nails. Jill is also a very accurate storm predictor, as she does get agitated with thunder and lightning before it even happens! She is always such a happy vision to come home to as she does greet her favorite person with an entire backside waggle and an ear to ear smile! Jill is both housebroken and crate trained. She can tend to be lazy and will lie in the same spot for hours. She likes her cuddle time and is learning that kisses are a good thing! Jill is very easily correctable because she only aims to please.

Shelah is a character!  She's older, maybe 9-10, and on the small side at 36 pounds, and has a wonderfully quirky personality.  She's smart as a whip, ball mad, and adores attacking the sprinkler.

We're keeping an eye on a cough she has that won't quite go away, but she has plenty of stamina in the yard to chase balls.

Shelah is fostered in Collegeville, PA.  NS 0984

Watch videos of Pennylane playing at the dog park here:  Video 1   Video 2

Pennylane came into the shelter as a stray, overweight, missing much of the fur on the rear of her body and tail, covered in fleas, and with nails curled under her feet.  She was estimated to be about 8 years old.  Pennylane was so good and so sweet; she quickly became a favorite of the staff and volunteers.  But because of her age and

condition she was not a likely candidate

for placement from the shelter.  As part

of her vet exam, Pennylane’s microchip

number was found. She is really 11 years old,

but looks much younger. The humane agent

went to the house to let the owner know that

their dog was at the shelter, but the occupant

told the agent that the previous owner had

passed away two years earlier.  So where

has Pennylane been for two years?

Tracy

Meet Tracy, a sweet little girl with a heart of gold.  This cute little aussie/Cav mix weighs about 24 pounds and looks more like a puppy than the older gal that she is.  We are guessing Tracy to be about 7 years old. 

Tracy is good with people of all kinds, doesn't mind her feline or canine companions, perfect on leash, travels like a dream, and is just a wonderful companion.

When we took Tracey a year ago, we found some small tumors and she had a terrible cough.  It appeared she didn't have a long healthy life in front of her so we didn't try and place her.  However, a year later, she has gained weight, the tumors are unchanged (stable), her energy level is good, and she no longer is on any antibiotics long term.  She has some seasonal allergies but with a generic antihistamine a day, she does well.  This little petunia has bloomed so we are cautiously considering placing her: please be aware that her medical future is looking good at the moment but isn't certain.

Tracy is being fostered in Lehighton PA NS 0490

Cindy Jo

Cindy Jo is a lovable Lethal white female Aussie with the possibility of some Retriever in her as well!  She has been estimated to be about 6 to 8 years old although after some TLC she seems much younger!  She is approximately 70 lbs and is a bit larger than an average female Aussie.  She is an absolute LOVE BUG!  She is now living a Beverly Hillbilly style life after coming from a hoarder and being outside at all times she is adapting well to being in the house and adores the couch and whoever’s bed is willing to allow her in it! 

She doesn’t seem to mind our cats at all and recognizes when they want to be left alone but is more than willing to sleep with them when they are willing as well!  She is a medium energy dog and loves to play ball and gravitates towards kids.  She has some slight vision problems with her left eye but they don't stop her at all!  She is 100%

housebroken and has not had an accident since she

arrived!!!!  She also seems to be very interested in

men!  Her first experience in our home was the couch

sleeping with her head in my husbands lap!  She

knows her name and returns when called but is always up for a nice leash walk and heels very well!  After some complaints about her crate she will now go in it willingly to be fed and to sleep when she wants without even a need to lock the doors!

She is a power chewer so she needs objects she can chew and not destroy.  We have found field hockey balls and cow ears keep her quite busy!

Cindy Jo is fostered in Pottstown, PA. You can apply here for her. NS 1184

Templeton

This fabulous and happy boy lives to be with his person and make them happy.  He gets along well with other dogs, but requires a cat FREE home.  He wandered onto a farm in KY but he's more of a city boy.  He is great on leash, crates well, and loves car rides.

Templeton is a lethal white, a term used for Aussies that pick up two copies of the gene that splits the colors into spots and dots.  In his case, the only effect was to give him a magic patchwork of a coat that's still shedding sun-bleached portions and growing in some fresher red, and a slightly smaller eye on his right.  He sees fine with it though the eyelashes obscure the view a bit.  His other eye is a brilliant blue. 

This guy is taller at about 24" but lean and fit at 53 pounds, and he moves beautifully.  We're guessing his age to be about 7-8 based on the eyes, but his teeth are terribly worn and all the canines are gone.  However, he eats just fine and this shouldn't present a problem.

Templeton is a joyous teddy bear of a dog, and takes any corrections very much to heart. He makes every day spent with him sunny!

 

He is fostered in Collegeville, PA .   Apply here   NS 1227

Picasso

Picasso is a well-mannered, handsome five year old blue merle with a stunning black and white coat. He weighs 44 pounds. He wants to please and has great house manners. He approaches people slowly if invited and does not assume anything.

He has not been cat tested. He keeps his distance from other dogs but when invited greets them gently. Right now he's a little on the low energy and Velcro side since he's been through major changes during the past month, including neutering. 

He walks on a leash very well and keeps an eye on the walker for direction. He seems to be fine with men, women, and children in the 8-9 year old range, but has not been tested with younger children.

He sleeps in a crate - with coaxing to get into it, but is perfectly fine through the night. He tends to howl and bark once or twice during the night, but if ignored goes back to sleep. He doesn't know how to play or what toys and balls are for, and buries bones and rawhides. Once Picasso is settled in, has a little room to run, and knows he's loved, he will be an outstanding companion!

Picasso is fostered in Charlottesville, VA. Apply here for him. NS 1245

UPDATE:

Picasso's low energy is on the rise! He's been running laps through the house. His tail has

wagged numerous times in the past few days and we even caught an Aussie grin. He actually

rolled on his back for a belly rub for the first time.

Picasso is getting used to his crate and went immediately into it last evening after the last "pee

walk." He loves a stuffed Kong, the only "toy" he knows how to deal with. He is food and treat

motivated, but is also very sensitive to verbal correction.

He's very smart and needs a job. He runs, jumps, and dances and might be very good at agility.

Cuddles

Cuddles is a female blue merle, approximately six years old, and weighs 68 lbs. She is predominately white in color, has a blue eye and a brown eye with starburst pupils, and a full tail. She is the result of a double merle breeding. Cuddles is now housebroken, crate trained and walks well enough on a leash.

Cuddles believes that if a cat runs it wants to be chased and, as with all things, she is willing to oblige. She has a kind and gentle disposition.  In the company of other dogs, she mirrors their willingness to play or not play. Cuddles, depending on her  environment, is on the medium to low energy scale for an Aussie. She came from a hoarder and this may have affected her velcro rating.  While she adores any attention and will be at your side or in your lap with the slightest encouragement, she is not under foot or pushy about getting your attention. Cuddles doesn't appear to favor men, women or children- everybody is welcome to be her friend but if you are willing to brush her you do have an edge on the competition.

Like many double merle dogs, Cuddles is deaf

making it all the easier to change her name when

she joins your family. It is suspected her peripheral

vision is slightly impaired but she does have the

majority of her vision as is evident in her love of

reflective surfaces. At home, doggie daycare, and

training class Cuddles shares well with others (no

resource guarding) and enjoys everything life has to

offer...especially if it is offering chew toys.

Cuddles is fostered in Southern Maryland; apply here for her.  NS 1185

See Cuddles in action here!

Shilo is housebroken and doing well with initial crate-training and obedience. He’s picked up Sit and Down quickly, and now we’re working on respecting the resident cats. He is more than happy to work for treats, which he takes quite gently. He’s still learning that it’s not okay to jump on people to say hello, but he’s learning fast. He loves walks but is still learning about leash manners. He pulls, especially when he sees a dog or person – he gets very excited and wants to meet them and maybe play.

Quincy     PENDING

Quincy is a beautiful red male who has personality plus!!!  He is so much fun to have around. He has big beautiful eyes and he seems to always be alert. He has a big beautiful tail and is just happy all the time. Quincy would be best suited in a home with children over the age of 5. He has not been cat tested but was not aggressive towards the three cats near him at the shelter. He is heartworm positive and is being treated with the “slow kill method”.  He is neutered and aims to please his people.

Quincy is being fostered in Norristown, PA. Apply here for him.  NS 1286

See Quincy in action here!

Quincy has tested positive for heartworm. This is a treatable, curable condition.

The treatment is inexpensive and takes 24 months to complete.

For more information on what's involved, see the

New Spirit Heartworm Treatment Info Sheet here.

Happy Jax

Happy Jax was sad that he had to leave his former home due to a divorce, but his smile is as big as ever now that NS has taken him in and promised him a wonderful new forever home!  This great boy is 8 years young and excellent with everyone – men, women and kids; although he has not yet been tested with very young children.  Happy Jax is a medium sized guy at 45 lbs with an energy level to match.  He does great in a car, is housebroke and totally rocks several commands such as ‘sit’, ‘come’, ‘lay down’, ‘speak’, ‘shhhh!’.  He is neutered and fully vetted – but did test positive for Ehrlichiosis (a tick borne disease) – treatment will start immediately and the prognosis is excellent (2 weeks on antibiotics). 

More happy updates to come as he settles into his new foster home in Maryland!

Apply here to be his wonderful new forever home! NS 1295

Foxy is being fostered in Lehighton, Pa. Apply here for her. NS 1292

Landon

If you have ever wanted a dog with the heart of an Aussie but mixed with the size of a larger breed, you have to meet Landon!  Landon weighs 55lbs and needs to gain approximately 5lbs to be an optimal weight.  He is estimated to be between two and three years old. 

Landon can be walked on a leash and would

love visiting dog parks. He travels great in the

back seat of a car and enjoys being around

people.  He is great with other dogs and 

enjoys chasing a ball and can be seen

galloping around carrying it. Although he has

only been with his foster family a short time,

Landon has not had an accident inside and

seems to have learned his house manners. 

He goes in a crate for a treat, but he does not need crated at night.  (He sleeps soundly next to the bed). We cannot say enough about this gentle big red dog, and we can't wait to introduce him to his forever family.

Landon is fostered in Galloway, NJ. Apply here for him.  NS 1287

Pippin is an honorary Aussie who we couldn't leave behind when we pulled two others who came in with him.  He is 9 months old and has teddy bear ears and a sandy coat with black tipping. NS XXXX

Scruffy is a 1 1/2 year old Aussie mix (possibly a mini old english sheepdog).  Stay tuned for updates on this sweet boy. NS 1312

Star Bright

Star Bright is a female Blue merle Aussie mix. She has beautiful markings with a large tail.   Although she is still young, about a year old, she is very calm.  She loves to play with her foster brother.   They like to play tug-of-war.   She is 60lbs, but is very gentle and does not jump on you.

Star Bright has been cat tested and has passed - no chasing, she just watches them.  She is low on the energy scale and walks well on leash.  Star Bright greets people well and loves to give kisses, but she does warm up slower to men.  She rides well in car.  She is housebroken and does well in the crate, she has had no accidents.

Star Bright is very sweet and would do well with other dogs.  She has no aggression towards other dogs or people, even with food.  She is working on basic commands such as sit.  She loves to play in the yard and settles very nicely when she comes back in the house.  She likes to lay in the room with her people. She is just a wonderful and lovable dog.

Star Bright is fostered in North Beach, MD

Apply here to be her new forever home! NS 1309

Whitney is a sweet little dog, weighing in about 40 pounds, but is as light as a feather when she gives you a hug. She walks well on a leash, gets along with other dogs, sleeps quietly in her crate at night and has great house manners. She loves to hang out with you. Whitney may have had some training, as she often sits and waits patiently, without prompting. NS 1285

Dagwood is a 7 yr. old very dilute red male with a collie face.  He will be fostered in Wilmington, DE.  NS 0338

Larah is a new mom to 6 puppies (4 boys and 2 girls).  They are being fostered in central PA.  Stay tuned for updates!  NS 1319

Liv

Liv has landed in her foster home and what a lover. Gentle on leash, totally housebroken, good with the resident dogs and totally ignores the cat, even when the cat torments her. Goes out on leash and does her 'business' quickly so she's ready for a nice walk around the neighborhood.

In the house Liv is quiet, looking for some cuddles or just the chance to sleep near your feet.  This 12 year young girl is looking for a home that offers a quiet place to rest, lots of cuddles and quiet walks around the neighborhood. She's totally trustworthy being left in the house while you go to work.  Liv is currently deaf but that might be caused by the ear infection she arrived with. She is currently being treated so we might see a change in another week so.

Liv is a gorgeous blue merle with a plume of a tail that never stops wagging when you are in her sight. She wakes up smiling and glides through the day in a happy mood. If you need a happy companion who can be left safely at home while you work but is ready for an evening stroll, Liv is your girl.

Liv is currently fostered on the Eastern Shore of Maryland. Apply here for her. NS 1297

Shilo

Shilo is a very sweet and handsome 10-11 month old neutered Aussie mix. He’s around 45-50 pounds, is mostly white, with medium fluffy fur with tan and gray/black markings on his face and back, pricked ears, and a tan bobbed tail. He is affectionate and playful and loves to snuggle. He's also very smart, alert, and curious.

Shilo plays well with other dogs and enjoys chasing and wrestling. He seems to be a little bit afraid of cats but would probably do fine in a house with easygoing cats if they were introduced properly. He seems about medium on the energy scale and needs regular exercise, but he can settle down in his crate and is learning how to settle outside the crate. He seems fairly high on the Velcro scale, as he really loves human companionship; frequently rolling over for a belly rub or putting his front paws up on the couch for a hug.

Shilo spent some time at a home with a 4 foot high fence and jumped it in his enthusiasm to say hello to a passing dog. His forever home will need a higher fence if he’s going to be left out in the yard for any period of time. So far he’s been fine with the 5 foot fence at his foster family’s house.

Overall, Shilo is an enthusiastic young dog who, with someone willing to devote the time to work with him, will be a wonderful companion.

Shilo is fostered in PA; apply here if you are interested in him. NS 1266

Moses

Moses is so happy to be in a home with good food, a comfy bed, and doggy playmates.  Shelter life doesn’t have those amenities. We don’t know Moses’ history, but it probably didn’t include treats or toys, or leash walks. He doesn't do well on a leash right now, since it is new to him.  It scares him when he gets tangled. 

We think Moses is about two years old. He weighs about 45 lbs, including a full tail.

He would love to come to your house to play.  A fenced yard would be great.  Moses loves his crate and is learning about life’s pleasures at his foster home in Lehighton, PA.

Apply here to give him the new home

that he deserves. NS 1186