The following dogs are available for adoption from shelters, other rescue groups, independent rescuers and individuals.  These dogs have not been evaluated by Border Collie Rescue Texas, Inc. and Border Collie Rescue Texas, Inc. does not assume any responsibility for the adoption of these dogs.  Any adoptions of dogs listed on the Independent Adoption Website are solely transacted between the independent rescuers and the adoptive owner.  Border Collie Rescue Texas, Inc. does not warrant any claims about the dogs listed as available for adoption through the Independent pages of this website. 

In order to assist you to evaluate the dogs for your needs we have the following screening guides for your use.

• Telephone (or email) Questionnaire

• In Home Dog Evaluations Form

• For a larger image, please click on the picture. 

• If you are interested in a particular dog, click on the EMAIL link in their bio to get more information from their foster home. 

Last Updated Wednesday May 14, 2008

Listed: 05/11/2008 Bentley Sex: Male Age: 2-3 years Coat: Semi-Rough Coat, Black and white Weight: 62 lbs. Activity Level:  Active Companion   I am a gorgeous McNab Collie, heartworm negative, have all my shots, and last week my foster Mom had me snipped, whatever that means? I was the proud protector of two female dogs in a field where we were abandoned. We slept and stayed by the road hoping our family would find us. I had lots of ticks, so bad I had to go to the vet the very first day to get some help pulling them out of my ears. I of course am extremely smart, well behaved and not overly active like some silly dogs, I’m more laid back. But this home life, after being left in a field for such a long time, is beginning to look real good to me and I’m playing a lot more now. I love to lie on my patio and watch over everyone. I really love people and kids are my favorite, I try not to knock them down, but they are so much fun to play with. I lovingly follow my foster’s 3 year old grandson all over the yard. I haven’t been in the house too much, kind of afraid of doors and door ways still, so my foster Mom can’t tell you how well I am at potty training but I think I can figure it out real fast, I do like my kennel but prefer to be outside. I love my foster Mom’s female dog, not her neutered male dog. I’ve walked by her two cats, they didn’t seem to mind me being there. I have a very special way of showing my love for you that just draws you to me. I can’t wait to have my forever home and family and another female dog to play with would be great! Or a young pup I can train and show the ropes to. I can sit, shake and respond well to direction.   If you think we’d be a good match, you can contact my FOSTER or if you would like to meet me please EMAIL for an adoption application.  My adoption fee is $200.   Listed: 04/15/2008 Buddy Sex: Male Age: 4 months Coat: Semi-rough coat, Red & White Weight: 20-25 lbs. Activity Level:  Active Companion/Sports Competitor   Buddy is a spunky Border Collie puppy with beautiful red and white coats. He was rescued with his litter mates from the local animal shelter when they were 8 weeks old. He is now healthy, spayed/neutered, and up to date on veterinary care.   He is very affectionate, adaptable and intelligent. He loves his toys and is learning new things every day. This smartie is currently working on "sit" and "down." Potty training is coming along nicely. If let out often, accidents inside are few and far between. He is crate trained and gets along well with his older dog and cat foster siblings.   As with any puppy, Buddy needs a loving home with plenty of supervision and social interaction. He tend to be shy in new situations, but warms up to new people and environments quickly.   An adoption fee of $175.00 and an approved Adoption Application are required for adoption. All references will be checked and a home visit may be done.   If you you are looking to adopt a bundle of love, fun and energy, Buddy could be right for you. They are being fostered in the North Houston area. Contact their FOSTER.   Listed: 03/31/2008 Bud Sex: Male Age: 2 years Coat: Semi-Rough Coat, Black and white Weight: 40 lbs. Activity Level:  Active Companion   Bud is a boomerang rescue... he was an owner turnover as a puppy and was placed in a home where he bonded with the adopters other dogs. A job change hampered their bonding and class time, so "Bud" has spent a lot of time with other dogs. Since they did not click, the adopter decided to return him. He is extremely good with other dogs (including small dogs), but will stand up if challenged by another dog. He loves people -- however, he can be shy with new people but warms up quickly. Bud can be protective of his food with other dogs, and we are working on that, but has no food issues that we have seen around people. Bud is a very loving dog. His temperament is "soft" and it doesn't take much to correct him from most bad behaviors. He is crate trained, knows how to sit and down on command, shake paw and walk on a loose leash. He is learning new behaviors almost weekly using positive motivation and a reward mark word.   He is neutered, current on heart worm, flea and tick preventative and all vaccinations were updated March 2008   Bud's adoption fee is $125, and an approved Adoption Application and contract is required. He is located in Tulsa, Ok. Contact the FOSTER for more information.   Listed: 12/03/2007 Cain - ADOPTED!!! Sex: Male Age: 2-3 years Coat: Smooth Coat, Black and white Weight: 50 lbs. Activity Level:  Active Companion   Cain is a wonderful border collie/lab mix, he was owned by people who did not appreciate him and bordered on abusive - so his life didn't start out the way it should have! Lucky for him (and for whoever adopts him!). He was rescued by a neighbor who had a soft spot and saw Cain's potential of being a great companion. She convinced the owner to give him to her so she could find him a new home. Now he's ready to go! He is heartworm negative, neutered, and up to date on vaccinations. He is very affectionate, adapts quickly and true to his breed, intelligent. He is also housebroken, and rides well in the car. Cain is devoted to his foster mom and loves to get attention and lots of loving, he is just content to lay close by. He does well with children, ages 9 and above (have not seen him with younger children), we are working on not jumping up when he gets excited. He also plays well with our two other BC's (male & female) and three cats. He is learning to walk on a leash and is adapting well.   An adoption fee applies and an approved Adoption Application are required for adoption. All references will be checked and a home visit will be required. Cain is located in Austin, Tx.   If you are looking for an active and sweet companion like Cain, please contact his FOSTER.   Listed: 10/29/2007 Rex Sex: Male Age: 6 Years Coat: Rough Coat, Black and White Weight: 16 lbs. Activity Level:  Active Companion   Rex is a gorgeous boy, with a touch of merle and strikingly blue eyes. He's an owner release due to family circumstances. He's 14 inches tall, but only 16 pounds, so he will need to gain a few pounds. He came into our program quite thin and anemic from a heavy tick infestation, so we'll be waiting for him to gain some strength back before his neuter surgery. He's now UTD, and thankfully tested HW negative. "Rexy" was temporarily fostered by one of our clinic's technicians. His foster mom says that he is very good with her kitten, and clearly enjoys the company of his foster parents, sleeping close to them at night and rejoicing whenever they arrive home from work each day. You can see from his picture what a beautiful, smiley boy he is and how happy he is to be in Rescue.   One of our most active and experienced volunteers is now fostering Rex and he's doing very well at their home, getting along with their resident shelties. It appears that, at some point in his life, Rex suffered a traumatic injury to his left eye resulting in a loss of sight in that eye. It doesn't slow him down a bit!   Rex learns quickly and loves to be held and loved on. He is a "people person" and seems eager to please. As many shelties can be, Rex is rather vocal and barks happily for just about everything. But with loving attention from his new forever home, he should settle down nicely. If you think you would be a good match for this beautiful and lovely canine, you can contact his FOSTER or if you'd like to meet Rex, please fill out an Adoption Application.   Listed: 10/02/2007 Bosco Sex: Male Age: 3 years Coat: Smooth Coat, Tri-colored Weight: 35 lbs. Activity Level:  Active Companion   Bosco is a wonderful, mostly black border collie. He was bought by a lady in our town about 3 years ago. She passed on and her family didn't want the dog. I tried to care for him but I don't have the time to spend with him. I am now retired and I travel quite a bit. I can't take Bosco with me so I have to make arrangements. He is very affectionate, adaptable andintelligent. He is a healthy boy with a good coat. He has been neutered and is current with all his shots. He is also housebroken. Bosco is a good very smart boy devoted to staying home. A good watch dog. He could benefit from training because he is excitable. Whenever I have company, he meets the guests and does well with them. He does jump up on them but he has never bitten anyone.   An adoption fee of $125.00 and an approved Adoption Application are required for adoption. All references will be checked and a home visit may be done.   If you are looking for an active and sweet companion like Bosco, please contact his FOSTER.   Listed: 07/26/2007 Maddie Sex: Female Age: 5 years Coat: Smooth Coat, Black and white Weight: 40 lbs. Activity Level:  Companion   Maddie is a mostly black border collie/basset mix rescued from traffic with a Lab. Try as we might, Maddie's owners could not be found. Her companion was quickly adopted through Lab Rescue, but no one seemed to want Maddie. She was shy and reluctant of strangers, but in her foster home flourished to become the chief herder of the labs. She loves to run and play and wrestle with the youngest lab. Her favorite past times are sitting curled up in your lap (she makes a great lap warmer), chewing bones, and chasing the chocolate lab she lives with. Like all dogs who live in the house, she is crate trained, house broken, and has basic obedience (however stay is NOT in her vocabulary). Maddie is looking for a forever home who is used to Border Collies and their unique needs. She is very affectionate, intelligent, and rides well in the car. Maddie's adoption is limited to the DFW area.   An adoption fee of $150.00 and an approved Adoption Application are required for adoption. All references will be checked and a home visit may be done.   If you place in your heart and home for a girl like this, please contact FOSTER.