CLOVER - (China) - can arrive soon - sf

Hello everyone! My name is Clover and I am a 5 month old border collie mix. I am currently a 17 lb guy but I will likely weigh about 40 lbs when I reach my adult weight. I am currently 16 inches at my shoulder but I will of course be taller when I am an adult dog. My rescuer says that I am sweet, gentle, friendly, playful, quiet, and smart. She says my energy level is moderate (which is pretty amazing for a young border collie, eh?! ) And there's even more good stuff about me....I get along with dogs, cats, and kids (if the young daughter of my rescuer is any indication). I have no prominent fears but I ask for your patience as I transition to a new country and routine.My history is this....I was only about 3 months old when my rescuer saw me sitting by the side of ther road. My mom was mowhere to be found. My rescuer took me to her home and welcomed me with a bath and good food. I am just a happy puppy! I love food and treats and to play with other dogs. But what I look forward to the most is to have caring touches by my loving human family. Could that be you??I have received my first vaccines and I have been microchipped. I am currently not neutered yet. I am a bright dog who is working on both housetraining and leash walking. It won't take me long because, after all, I'm a border collie!My adoption fee is $850 plus taxes. Disclaimer: It is important for all applicants to visit our website, http://www.lovedatlastdogrescue.ca/adopting/ and read about Loved at Last Dog Rescue.Information included in the profile is provided to us from the international rescuer or local fosters. LALDR does not have access to overseas dogs and cannot always verify the accuracy of their descriptions. Every dog is an individual and can act differently in different situations based on the person adopting them and the environment in which they live.Please Note: LALDR highly encourages adopters to research some local dog trainers before their dog arrives. Although a 1-on-1 trainer is often not needed, it is good to have someone in mind in case any problematic behaviours arise. Most bad behaviours can be modified if caught early enough, so make sure to nip undesirable behaviours in the bud before they become serious problems.Basic training should be taken seriously, but should not begin until your dog is well settled in - at least a couple of weeks. After you feel your new dog is relaxed and comfortable in their new home, check out training courses in your local area. Even basic beginner courses like those taught at a local pet store can have a huge benefit in helping your dog learn to socialize and get used to being in public situations, all with the added benefit of strengthening their bond with you.The age and breed of a dog is usually an educated guess, so we are not able to guarantee the accuracy of age or breed of our dogs.Normally, we will not approve adoptions to homes with children under 12 years of age. However if a dog has been determined to be good with children we will approve applicants with children 8 years or older. More information can be found on our website.