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Welcome to NorCal Aussie Rescue, a California
State nonprofit public benefit corporation. Our Federal
Tax ID number: # 26-0076953. We rescue, evaluate and then
place wonderful Australian Shepherds in just the right
new home. This takes time! We do not adopt out of state.
Aussies can be moderately active to extremely active,
needy or independent, child-friendly or child-intolerant.
Most of our
Aussies are strays and we cannot be assured they are
good with children. Read
more about Aussies: Is An
Aussie the Right Dog For You.
Please make sure you view our Shelter
Listings as well as the Related
Links because there are many nice dogs in shelters
that have very limited time. Choosing the best possible
home for each individual dog is a very time consuming
task - please be patient! If you are interested in adopting
one of our Aussies, please fill out an Adoption Application. If you've submitted an application,
please be patient...we receive 20-30 applications per
day. Thank you!
dogs adopted in 6 years
of NorCal Aussie Rescue! We average an adoption
every other day.
Your support makes this possible. Thank You!
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Please Sponsor an Aussie!
Each foster dog gets at least one trip to the vet for vaccinations, worming, tests, altering, and has any health concern addressed. In addition to vet bills which are 1/3 of our annual budget, we have on-going expenses for Solid Gold food (we get wholesale), treats, beds, collars and ID tags, as well as Sanctuary expenses like satellite, electricity, taxes, and gasoline for the van. Not including vet bills, our typical expenses are $550-$700 per month. Please consider an ongoing monthly donation. Thank you Ken & Phyllis, Tootie, Michael & Alan, Meri, Carol, Christine and Barbara for your monthly gifts! Donating is simple and quick with PayPal! |
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Dogs posted on this web site have been screened or temperament tested to the best of our ability.
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Slide show! Photos! Slide show!Kim and the sanctuary kids on a hikeThere is always something fun to do at the Sanctuary! Aussies are too smart to let get bored. Here's a slideshow from a recent jaunt.
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Aussie Adventures
We think traveling with our Aussies is a lot of fun. Please email us a
photo of you and/or your Aussie on a travel adventure, and we'll post it.
Tell us where you went and what activities you enjoyed together!
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will not place our Aussies in homes
with children under 12 years of age
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Sweet Seniors
We feel it's really important to make room at the Sanctuary for seniors who end up in shelters. Many have passed through our doors and found wonderful, loving homes. Some of them spend the rest of their lives with us.
We offer a place for you to pay tribute to your beloved Aussie and invite you to email us a photo and tell us about your special Aussie so we might add them to our memorial page.
Rather than feeling sad, we hope that you feel encouraged that we gave them a wonderful life. They certainly enriched ours.
See our new memorial page.
We built a Memorial Garden at the Sanctuary
For a $1,000 donation, we will create a custom, 6" X 8" bronze plaque with your Aussie's photo & your sentiments.
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Training plays a huge part in the relationship you have with your dog or dogs. We recommend and often require at least one obedience class with your dog. If we can't set you up with a trainer, go to www.apdt.com and click on "How to Choose a Trainer" to learn about different training approaches. Then click on "Dog Trainer Search" to find one near your home. We think you should observe a class before signing up. |
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"HAPPY DAWG" Cards for Sale
We met Natalia, George and their Aussie Bucky during our Agility classes. Natalia painted this fun portrait of Bucky and donated this Giclee print to us! It’s called "HAPPY DAWG" and stock is limited.
We offer cards with envelopes as well as 5 X 7 prints suitable for framing.
The cards are for sale for $25 for a five card pack delivered post paid.
The 5 X 7 prints are for sale for $25 each, also delivered post paid.
These make fabulous Holiday gifts! Contact Kim.
Is Your Dog Overweight?
Check out this dog diet guide. The publisher is donating a portion of each sale to NorCal Aussie Rescue.
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Dixie is LOST IN PATTERSON
(south of Tracy on I 5)
She bolted out the door1/9 at 6 PM & no one has seen her since.
Please help look for her, or if you've spotted her, contact Chelley
(415) 215-2616
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We need more foster homes! To learn more please email Kim. We need a home with no dogs or cats for Maggie
 A Message from Kim 2/3/10
Well we're in a bind again! I'm boarding dogs and would love more foster homes.
It seems Aussies are everywhere, and we're posting them under Shelter Aussies with hopes that they will find wonderful homes right away. Please take a look!
We are also looking for volunteers to help at the Sanctuary. Both outside work and inside work. If you live close by and would like to donate some time, please email Kim.
If you haven't already, join the Aussie Meet up group! See photos of our camping trip to Dillon Beach as well as their other outings! Lisa, who created the Australian Shepherd Meetup of Greater Sacramento hosts wonderful events, including kayaking, snow shoe adventures, hikes and much more!
We have some Aussies who would love to be "only" dogs, like Maggie. If you can foster her please let me know.
The Alaska Collection of photography donated by Kristi Ellis is beautiful and fascinating. Thank you to Kristi for donating her work which is available online. Your purchase is tax deductable. View available photos »
Special Needs Dogs are Just Special
If you think it's a disability, just check out the video of Bailey (now named Emma) running around with Ammo in her new home. We have a 2 year old girl named Ursa who has some vision impairment and hears well. She's a love, and very easy to have around. She just can't live with cats!
Archive of Kim's messages
Still News
We filled every seat at our third Dinner Under the Stars. See photos ».
We took some Aussies to the top of Squaw Valley! We loaded our well behaved Aussies into the gondola and went up top for a glorious hike. They zoomed through the wild flowers and chased chipmunks and each other. Great time had by all - see photos of the Squaw Valley Hike.
The kids are deleriously happy chasing butterflies by day, moths by night, swimming in their wading pools and taking a summer break from hikes in the snow!
2009 Group Photo
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Thanks to everyone who came and made it another GREAT DAY!
Photos are up see photos...
You can order a FREE high rez portrait suitable for framing! And view the great VIDEO of the reunion!
Thanks to your support, we've grown to a successful organization with 880 supporters, 50 volunteers, and a Sanctuary in Grass Valley. I am, and will forever be, grateful for the kindness and generosity of so many.
Huge medical expenses, sky high fuel prices and finishing the kennel and play yard all contributed to our sad financial situation. Please help us by giving a gift of any size. Donate securely with PayPal. Thank you.
People losing their homes are abandoning their pets in astounding numbers. Read this article about abandoned animals in Chicago.
If you have thought about fostering an Aussie, please help now! Call me at 530-268-1600 or fill out a Foster Home application by clicking on Volunteer from our home page.
Go to Shelter Aussies to see the beauties who've lost their homes. Also look at Owner Listed Aussies...they are in trouble too. If you'd prefer a little dog, please look at Pocket Dogs
Donations may be made using your credit card
with Paypal or by
check made payable to NCAR, Inc and mail to our post office box::
NorCal Aussie Rescue, Inc.
10556 Combie Rd, PMB #6200
Auburn, CA 95602
PH 530-268-1600/FAX 530-268-9911
You can print this PDF for mailing your donation. THANK YOU!
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Lost Aussie: Ripley
12/7/09 -3 yr old Intact Male- ran away in Arden Park-Carmichael
If you see Ripley call (916) 837-9369
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What's New?
We've partnered again with award winning Nevada City Winery and feature Skip on our "Aussie Leap" private label Zinfandel and Chardonnay. We rescued Skip from a park in Modesto and now thanks to Sally, his mom, he's an Agility Champion!
Donation is $25 per bottle and $275 for a full case (12 bottles). Shipping is extra, please email Kim for shipping prices and then click here to learn how you can get this terrific wine. Read more »
SPECIAL DOGS
We often rescue dogs with special challenges or talents that require a certain living situation. We hope you take a look.
Lily is a perfect example of a loving Aussie with 1 quirk!
Thank you to our new foster parents! If you'd like to foster pls. Contact Kim
Washington Mini Aussies
PuppyMill Bust
There was a mini Aussie puppymill bust in Eastern Washington state. Adams County Pet Rescue is handling their care & adoption. We rescued 2 on 11/21, but there are many who still need homes. Please contact Heather at fugerhd@yahoo.com
The available mini Aussies may be viewed at this site. If you have patience and experience, you might find your little one here.
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PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SANCTUARY!
Founders giving $10,000 receive 2 weeks free boarding per year and their name on a permanent plaque at the Sanctuary.
We spend $2,800 - $3,400 each month JUST to maintain the property at our Sanctuary. Total monthly expenses, including vet bills and dog food are over $5,000 each month.
Please make
a donation using your credit card
through PayPal or use our print
form to mail in a gift. A monthly donation of $75 or more will sponsor an Aussie! THANK
YOU!
Our gratitude to these generous people for their support!
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100 Miles for Aussies
 UPDATE! Bob began the grueling Western States Endurance Run at 5 AM on June 26 at Squaw Valley. At mile 33, a hamstring injury crippled him. He used a tree branch for a cane and tried to continue, but he could no longer use his leg. He was forced to drop out. So, those of you who pledged per mile, he finished 33 miles of the race. THANK YOU TO ALL HIS SPONSORS! Bob raised $900 for our medical fun!
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Petland in Roseville SHUT DOWN!
Thanks to the protest of Petland for selling puppy mill puppies - they have closed their doors forever. Thank you Channel 10 for following this story and keeping the pressure on!
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