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Age: 2 years (as of 01/29/25)
Weight: 54 lbs (as of 04/10/25)

Location: RI

This dog has been spayed/neutered, is up to date on shots, on heartworm preventative and is microchipped.

Meet Jude!

Jude is a striking red merle Australian Shepherd/Cattle Dog mix with the brains and energy to match his beautiful coat! This smart, eager-to-please young adult is looking for an active home that understands and appreciates the needs of a working breed.

Jude is affectionate, outgoing, and highly intelligent.  He is working on housetraining.   He enjoys meeting new people, going on walks, playing, and engaging with his environment. While he can settle after exercise, Jude thrives with at least 1-2+ hours of daily activity and mental stimulation.

Given his herding instincts, Jude would do best in a home with experienced owners who can provide the mental and physical outlets he craves. He should not be placed in a home with cats, as he sees them as something to herd. When it comes to kids, we’d recommend a home with older, sturdy children (10+) who understand that Jude’s natural instinct to "nudge" or "herd" is just part of his DNA!

Jude’s story is one of resilience—rescued off the streets before falling into the wrong hands, he’s now ready for a second chance at the loving, active, and structured home he deserves. If you're looking for a loyal, trainable, and adventure-ready companion, Jude just might be your perfect match!

An adoption donation is required for each adoption; please see  HERE  for more information about this.

To apply for this dog, fill out an adoption application on our website:

 Adoption Application - SOS Animal Rescue League in Rhode Island (sosarl.org)

**Additional info you should know - For most of our dogs, we are only guessing at predominant breed or breed mix. We get to know each of our dogs as an individual and do our best to describe and place them based on personality not breed label. Some dogs may not yet be in New England, nor ready for immediate adoption. There may be additional vetting, quarantine, waiting periods and/or fees depending upon your state of residence. If you have questions or concerns on any of this, you can discuss this with your Adoption Counselor.

As a first step in the adoption process, we ask that you fill out an online application.

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Once we receive this, one of our Adoption Coordinators will be contacting you for review.  We are an all-volunteer organization.  We do try to respond to each inquiry within 48 hours.