Charlie is a good dog who got a bad start.  We have no knowledge of his history and where he came from, but we are pretty sure he has not lived in a house with people.  When he first came to us, he hid from the dishwasher, barked at the television and ran away when first presented with stuffed toys.  He remains easily spooked by noise, but is improving – getting used to the dishwasher, the television, the stuffed dog toys and other day-to-day items in the house. 

Physically, he was in pretty bad condition - He was positive for tick illnesses (we gave him Doxy and he is doing bettter now), his coat and skin were in horrible condition (we've given him good nutrition and he's looking a lot better), his teeth were Grade 3 dental disease (we gave him a dental and they are all clean now)!  Charlie weighs about 63 lbs.

Charlie is a quick learner, and is adapting to life in a home with his foster collie sister.  He is learning commands and is starting to recognize his name.  We do not crate him, but leave it open and he often sleeps in there.  He is respectful of the house and items in it, and does not jump on the furniture.  He is very cooperative - He pretty much will stand still for almost anything if you ask him to especially if you scratch him – he loves to be scratched.  He grooms well, and is very affectionate.  His fur is growing in nicely since he needed to have some extensive matting shaved. 

 He’s very focused on understanding and fitting into his new environment.  He watches intensely and you can see the wheels turning as he tries to figure it all out.  He is interested in other dogs and people, and has shown no aggression toward either – but he will bark in the backyard at passing people (and squirrels) with his sister, who loves to do that.  

Charlie is quite smart and very eager to please.

We estimate his age to be about 6 years old.  

Have you ever seen a more handsome tricolor collie boy? Meet Zuki — a friendly, fun-loving 3-year-old with a big personality and an even bigger heart.

Zuki had a few understandably sad days when he first arrived at his foster home, but it didn’t take long for his happy spirit to shine through. Now he’s thriving and loving life. A slightly “fluffy” gentleman at the moment, Zuki is proudly working on his fitness journey (he was well fed!) and has fully embraced his healthy lifestyle. Early morning hikes through the woods and backyard playdates are quickly becoming his favorite activities.

One of the best things about Zuki is how much he enjoys other dogs. He would absolutely love a home with a canine companion to play with and keep him company. He’s also become a wonderful walking buddy — after just a little practice, he now strolls beautifully on leash through neighborhoods and wooded trails alike.

Zuki is a social guy who enjoys outings to hardware stores, nurseries, and anywhere he can meet new people and collect compliments. He previously lived with children, but because he has some strong herding instincts, he would likely do best in a home with older kids who understand dog behavior.

At home, Zuki is an easy and lovable companion. He’s fully housebroken, has excellent indoor manners, and faithfully sleeps beside his foster mom’s bed every night. He also takes his household “security patrol” duties very seriously and will proudly keep watch at the front door.

Zuki is truly a wonderful young dog — affectionate, engaging, and full of potential. He’s ready to bring joy, laughter, and loyal companionship to the lucky family who welcomes him home.

Lenny is a fairly new arrival to his foster home, and he is doing great! He is a well-mannered adult collie, housebroken, smart, and loving. He plays well with his collie foster siblings and is great at turn taking. He is very much a Velcro dog, following his foster mom everywhere she goes! He’s affectionate and gives little kisses. Lenny loves hiking in the snow, and bursts into play regularly! He’s a neutered male and is doing well with dogs of all genders and ages. He is very polite in the house, knows “sit,” walks well on a leash, and rides well in a car. In public he is confident and curious and wants to meet all the people! 

 Abba has been adopted and is living in Baltimore with her new family where she is getting lots of love and walks.

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Hoorah for Abby! This lovely lady is on her way to Gaithersburg with her new family!

Ace has found his forever home!  He is now living with his new family in Vienna, VA.  They have another dog, Connor, who was adopted through CRI, and Conner and Ace were buddies the very first time they met.  Also a plus, they have 2 cats, and Ace very much LOVES cats!

Ace is just the sweetest collie boy that you will ever meet.  He walks nicely on a leash, is ok with grooming and just loves people.  He was rescued from a tough situation where he was neglected but has now hit the jackpot with his new forever family. 

Adele has been adopted and is starting off her new life in Gaithersburg, MD!

Welcome to the world, Adele! This pup was born on June 23, 2016 along with seven others in her litter. Check out the attached video of all the puppies! A picture of their mother, Cindy, is also attached.

The puppy’s mom, Cindy, came into Collie Rescue, Inc. in late June. The very next morning, she gave birth to a litter of nine puppies. Unfortunately, one pup did not survive. However, all of the other pups are doing great, and all of them are available for adoption!

The puppies are currently being fostered in Midland, Virginia, so you must be willing to go there to meet the puppies before adoption. The puppies will not be able to go to their new home until they are 8 weeks old (August 18th).  The puppies are a mix.

If you are interested in adopting one of these pups, please complete our adoption questionnaire. Once you are cleared for adoption and you meet the puppies, we will accept a $100 non-refundable deposit.

Aidan has found a new home and is living in Mannassas, Virginia with his new best friend!

Meet Aidan, a 6 or 7-year-old male collie. Aidan is a really friendly guy who has a beautiful, gentle soul.  He’s getting settled into his foster home and is nervous about all the changes. As he is cautious about new places.   We do know that he gets along great with dogs of all sizes, and is very respectful to other animals.

His foster mom says that Aidan is playful enough for a young family, but quiet enough for an older family.  In fact, we feel he is quite a good ambassador of the collie breed!  Health-wise, he is in great shape.  He just got a dental checkup and is good to go!

Aidan is going to be an absolute treasure for the family lucky enough to bring him home!

Allie has been adopted! She has moved to Gaithersburg, MD! She has a great new family and loves her new canine brother (a coonhound mix named Puddy!).  They love to romp and play and have a great time - let's all hear it for Allie! YAY! 🙂

Allie is a sweet beautiful blue merle five year old collie girl who was given up because her owner could no longer care for her.

Allie is a true delight!  She’s a very calm, mellow, lady who loves to be near you, loves to get out and see the world on her walks and really loves to get her butt rubbed.  (She sticks her nose in the air and makes soft noises of delight.)

She also enjoys getting brushed, which is a good thing because she has a full, thick, beautiful coat.

Allie has great house and people manners.  She gets along very well with her big brother collie. 

She doesn’t appear to have had any formal training, but she does know basic commands, listens well, comes when called and is very eager to please.   She's sleeps quietly in her crate and her foster family reports that there have been no "accidents" or any other issues with her.  She's a wonderful girl!

If you are looking to really open your heart and your home and make the difference in the life of a collie that deserves the best, fill out a questionnaire and ask us about Alisha!

Amber is a collie-sheltie mix (the best of both worlds!)who we estimate to be about 1.5 years old.  She was picked up as a stray by a shelter in rural Virginia (near the Tennessee border). 

Amber is a sweet and playful pup in a pint sized package at just 37 pounds. She rides beautifully in the car.  Amber walks well on a leash and loves her people.  She is good with other dogs, but would prefer a home where she is the queen!  

She's young, active and intelligent.

If you've got the time and the patience to work with a young dog, this one's just as sweet as could be. Give her a shot! Apply today!

Anderson is on his way to Brick, New Jersey to live with his new family!  Way to go, Anderson!

Welcome to the world, Anderson! This pup was born on June 23, 2017 along with six others in the litter.  A picture of their mother is also attached.  Their father was Shiloh, a dog that we recently adopted to a great home.  So, these are purebred collie pups!!  

The puppies are currently being fostered in Midland, Virginia, so you must be willing to go there to meet the puppies before adoption.   The puppies will not be able to go to their new home until they are 8 weeks old (around August 20). 

If you are interested in adopting one of these pups, please complete our adoption questionnaire. Once you have gone through our screening process and are cleared for adoption, you can meet the puppies.  If you decide to adopt, we accept a $100 non-refundable deposit to hold your puppy until it is 8 weeks old at which time it can go home! 

Angel has been adopted and is now living in Red Lion, PA where he has a brand new collie brother, as well as a new awesome name, "Archer!"

Angel is a sweet tricolor male collie born in March 2023.  He's a gorgeous boy who has filled out beautifully this winter and is in perfect physical condition.  When he plays with other dogs, he shows off his speed and athleticism.  Angel is alert and intelligent, and loves to play.  As a member of his little pack at his foster home, he is very happy to be the sweet, young guy who is always up for a game of tag or a little wrestle. He absolutely loves tennis balls and other toys.

He also gets along with every dog he meets!  He hasn’t met a dog he doesn’t love -- young or old, large or small. Angel would be happiest if he had a canine sister or brother to romp with in a fenced-in yard, and an outdoorsy family who enjoys exploring the countryside or trails with a loyal companion.  When he is inside, he settles down nicely. He is happy to go into his puppy pen at naptime and bedtime, and never complains or makes a peep. He would be very happy if his new family provides him with a large crate or puppy pen where he can retire when things get a bit too busy At mealtime, he is polite and quietly waits his turn.  He also comes running whenever called - hoping you'll give him a robust butt scratch.

This little angel doesn’t have a mean bone in his body, and he really wants to find a new home where his playfulness and spirit will be embraced, so he can start having adventures with his very own people. 

Angel was adopted by a wonderful couple and is living in Vienna, VA. She is enjoying going on long walks and finally getting the attention and time that she deserves!

Angel will be 3 years old in July of this year. She is a petite collie girl who is very friendly. Angel is looking for a best friend to spend time with. She is an active dog who likes to play ball (she'll bring it back to you every time!). Yet, so far, she seems to settle down when in the home (as long as she gets her exercise!). Angel knows some words (like sit, down, wait) and she is pretty smart, as she is picking up on new ones in her foster home! We're still getting to know this girl, so please check back for updates!

The Houston Collie Rescue took in Angel as she was in very poor condition. She was underweight and had demodectic mange. Thanks to the efforts of many generous volunteers, Angel was flown on a private jet to Ohio and then transported by car to us! She is now in a foster home getting all of the love and attention that she deserves! Angel responded well to all of her foster's love and care, and she is doing great now!

Angel is a very curious girl - she likes to investigate everything! She loves to run as fast as her little legs will take her and will chase anything that moves. She enjoys playing with tug toys and chasing after balls. She needs a family who enjoys an active dog. Won't you consider having your own Angel?

Please click on the image below to see a short video of Angel:

Angel is a collie girl whose owner dumped her at the shelter in miserable condition. She was severely underweight, flea ridden (and she had allergic reactions to them), and had a severe yeast infection in her ears. We cleaned her up and now she's working on gaining weight and just resting! Angel is probably about 11 years old. She spends her days sleeping, going for short walks, eating, and just lazing around. We are looking for a permanent foster home for Angel. This girl deserves shelter, food and love in a safe and secure environment. If you would consider being an adopter or A PERMANENT FOSTER HOME, please give us a call today at 703-963-7329.

Wow - check out this cutie!  This is sweet puppy Anna - a tricolor collie puppy that is only two months old! She was born in April 2016. She is incredibly friendly and people-oriented, curious and confident. Anna is learning to go potty outside and will learn to be housebroken after a few more months.   Anna loves to explore and investigate, but won't stray too far away from people!  If she notices that you are starting to walk away,  you'll hear her pitter-patter paws following you! Anna is looking for a new castle to call home!  

We have a feeling this cutie is going to get a lot of attention, so contact Collie Rescue, Inc. today to learn more about how to adopt!

Annie is a sweet elderly collie around 9-11 years old. She was found at a shelter, but no one wanted to adopt her because of her age... She is a little on the heavy side, but we're working on slimming her down to an ideal weight to keep her healthy. She's quite mellow and adapts easily to new environments. She seems to get along well with anyone and doesn't create a fuss when strangers are around. What's not to love if you want an easy-going companion? Annie is eligible for our Collie Companions program. Read more about the program here: www.savecollies.org/companions.html The Collie Companions program lowers the adoption fee due to the age of our collies adopted in their golden years... Lucky for you the standard CRI adoption fee does not apply in Annie's case! Apply today!

Annie has been adopted! She will be living in Maryland with her wonderful, loving new family and her two collie brothers, Pal and Cayman. We are so happy for Annie and her new family!

Meet Annie! This sweet girl came to CRI because her previous owner did not have enough time for her. She was in her crate too much and we need to find a family for her where she can truly enjoy a happy collie life.

If you are interested in our rescues, please complete this short adoption questionnaire and e-mail the file to lindaz@savecollies.org. Upon receipt of the questionnaire, an adoption coordinator will contact you.

Apollo has been adopted! He is now a northerner, living in upstate NY with his wonderful new family. As the only pup in the family, he's enjoying being the center of attention and taking every advantage with lots of walks and playtime!

Apollo is a sweet, playful sheltie puppy about 10 to 12 months old.  He enjoys playing with other dogs and running around his fenced yard. It just makes him so happy, which is not hard to do with this cheerful guy.

Apollo is smart and very responsive to his foster mom. He is good with all people, walks well on a leash, and is crate trained and housebroken.  He needs a home that will continue his puppy training and help him grow into a wonderful adult sheltie.

Submit a questionnaire if you'd like us to contact you about this great boy!

Update:
She loves to be around people and get lots of pets and attention. She is great with other dogs and cats. She is very
quiet and mellow, and loves to take long, slow walks. She is a bit overweight but has been started on a weight management plan. She doesn't have a playful toy drive, but she loves to chew on bones. April is attentive and willing to please. She walks very well on a leash, and seems to be house trained as well.

Update: She enjoys taking a nice snooze in the car. (See picture 3). But in all seriousness, who DOESN'T like taking a nice snooze in the car?

UPDATE: Arlo has recovered from surgery to remove his Grade 2 Mast Cell Tumor and is doing just fine. Arlo also had extensive testing done to determine the presence of any more cancer in his body. He has had ultrasounds, x-rays, lymph node aspirations and bloodwork and all of his tests have come back negative for cancer! His last step is to have a round of radiation done on the surgery site of his leg to kill off any cancer cells that still may be lingering there. Without radiation Arlo has a 44% chance that his cancer will come back.
 
Mast Cell Tumors are believed to be caused by poor diets high in corn, wheat, soy and other grains making up a majority of the nutrition. Arlo is currently eating Taste of the Wild (grain free) Buffalo and Venison formula along with various types of home cooked meats mixed in. He also gets Salmon Oil to boost his immunity along with dark berries (cancer fighting antioxidents). It is very unlikely Arlo's cancer will return as long as he continues to eat a healthy, grain free diet. He is a young dog, at only 3 years old, and being healthy and holistic is his ticket to a long and happy life!
 
Arlo LOVES playing with other dogs (of all sizes, lives with a chihuahua, catahoula and border collie) and loves people. He can be rowdy with the big dogs and soooo sweet and gentle with the little ones. He is crate trained, neutered and UTD on shots. He is a very low energy dog and likes to nap in dog bed, carry around his soft toys, and go for walks. He is wonderful with people (doesnt jump or act hyper in any way) and children of all ages from infants and up. He walks beautifully on a leash and waits at his food dish to be told to eat. He is VERY laid back and isn't a "typical male" catahoula in any way. Sweet sweet boy, all the way around. His only fear...thunderstorms. He just needs a dark corner to hide in.

Arlo was found dumped at a rural shelter in an "overnight drop box", abandoned by his family for unknown reasons. His front teeth are worn down, a sign he spent quite a bit of time knawing his way out of chain link pens. Arlo had a difficult adjusting to the noise and stress of living in a shelter. He was not eating and was making himself sicker and sicker and the days wore on. Multiple visits to the vet revealed that nothing was wrong, stress and anxiety were taking its toll.
 
Arlo was mislabled as an "aussie/coon hound mix" and didn't attract much attention for a home. Luckily a catahoula-savy person spotted him and saw how badly he needed OUT. Due to his extreme shyness and stress, the shelter considered him unadoptable, and scheduled his euthansia that friday. The wednesday before his PTS date Arlo was saved! He was pulled, terrified, from the shelter and hasn't looked back since.
 
His good fortune wouldnt last long however. Three days after he was pulled from the shelter, he was taken to the vet for a check up and treatment for yeast infections in his ears. I noticed a small, fluid-filled, lump just near his elbow. Cyst? I assumed. I asked my vet to take a look at it. It turns out, Arlo did not have a cyst. He has a Stage Two Mast Cell Tumor and will need aggressive treatment in order to save his leg, and even his life. The cost for his treatment so far is totaling approx. 700.00 dollars. He has had surgery to remove the tumor, and this friday he goes back for more bloodwork, ultrasounds and x-rays of his body cavity to rule out the presence of any more cancer. If these tests come back clear, Arlo will need to go to VA TECH to have radiation therapy done on the surgery site of his leg. Without radiation, it is almost 100% likely that the cancer will regrow. Arlo is not a good candidate for amputation of his leg due to his conformation. He has "quarter horse hips", meaning his back end sits up higher then his withers (shoulders). If he loses a front leg then he will only have one good front leg to bear the forward weight and this will cause early arthritis in his shoulder, elbow and wrist, as well as other early onset joint problems. I have spent money I don't even have, and I'm not sure how I can even afford to pay his vet, my vet of many years and good friend and training competitor.
 
Aside from Arlo's cancer treatment, he is a wonderful dog, a true gem of the canine world. He is silly, slobbery, loves squeeky toys and is learning what is like to be a dog. He came to me a terrified shell of a dog, and has blossomed into everything that makes a dog so wonderful. He gets along with all dogs, cats, kids, and people. He loves his "girlfriend", my female catahoula, and they are never far apart. He is so  good he doesn't even have to be crated and never even thinks about getting on furniture or the bed. He loves to go for walks and even will let you know at 8am and 8pm on the dot that you are running late! He is such a wonderful dog, and it is just so unfortunate that after all he has been though, the finiancial difficulties of cancer treatment is the last straw that is holding him back from "being in the clear".

*** Happy News! Artie has been adopted to great new home in Maryland where he will get lots of love and the attention he deserves. ***

Artie is a loving, friendly boy.  He is completely housetrained, affectionate, and gets along well with other dogs.  He is feeling so much better now that he has had a badly needed dental cleaning, and takes a beta blocker medication to control the cardiac arrhythmia.  He is like a different dog since coming into rescue and getting the care he needed, he trots in the yard, eats very well, plays with the other dogs at times, and is overall a happy affectionate boy.  His coat is coming back in from being shaved and he is just adorable.  Artie is an easy, wonderful companion. 

Artie's adoption fee is reduced (it is $50) because he is a senior dog. And if you are interested in making a donation to support his continued care, please visit www.savecollies.org.

Ashley enjoys going on walks and loves to cuddle with her humans! She is a great companion dog!

August has been adopted and is living in Baltimore, MD.  He's moving into a home with another collie (Artie) who was rescued by CRI earlier this year!  He's already made himself right at home, and is enjoying tons of love from his new family. 

August is a sweet older boy indeed!  He is gentle and quiet, and loves being around people and other dogs.  He is about 10-12 years old, but is quite healthy for his age and is current on all his vaccines.  He's a little thin right now, so his foster family his helping him gain some additional weight.

Like many of us, thunderstorms and scary situations can frighten him a bit!  August is an older dog, so he does have some trouble getting up a lot of stairs nowadays, so he may be best in a home where he can roam the house freely without the need to use a lot of stairs. 

If you are interested in rescuing a collie, please fill out this short adoption questionnaire. August's adoption fee is $75. This fee helps us to cover the expense of providing each dog with a health exam, Rabies/DHPP vaccines, heartworm test, heartworm preventative, flea and tick protection, microchip, neuter/spay, and a bath.  Visit www.savecollies.org to learn more!

Austin is a 1 year old Collie/Sheltie mix weighing about 35-40 pounds. He is eager to learn and would love a doggy playmate. He currently lives with a 4 year old child and they adore each other!

This boy is a charmer and is looking for a home with a fenced yard and a family who is willing to show him all the good things in life.

Once you meet this boy you'll know why everyone who meets him falls in love with him!

Ava has found her forever home in Herndon, Virginia where she will be spoiled rotten with lots of walks and love and family time!

Ava was born in early June 2016 along with four others in the litter.  Their mother is a collie mix (see attached picture).  A rural Virginia shelter had no place to keep these puppies, so Collie Rescue, Inc. stepped in to help find them some new forever homes! 

Ava is a very sweet puppy who is learning all about the world!  She is adapting very quickly and loves to cuddle with people and play with other dogs.  She is working on her housetraining and walking on a leash. 

If you are interested in adopting Ava, please complete our adoption questionnaire. 

***GREAT NEWS! Ava was adopted today!  She is now living in Alexandria VA with her family which includes her new canine pal, a large sheltie named Cysco.***

Ava is a 6-month old female collie, newly arrived at Collie Rescue. She is full of puppy energy and loves to run and jump and chew her toys. We are still learning about her, but so far we know she rides well in the car, and get's on great with her fellow canine pals. She has been around cats, too, in the past, but plays a little rough with them. Ava also loves belly rubs and giving kisses.

We will post more information on this sweet young lady soon!

Avie was adopted in mid-April and is enjoying lots of playtime and cuddles with his new family in Tidewater.  Hoorah! 🙂

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Avie is a sweet boy who was born on 3-23-2011 in Germany.  His family had to give him up because there was a sudden change in their living situation when they moved back to the US.  Avie has been well cared for!

Avie likes other dogs and is good with children (even small ones although he does like to herd!).   Avie can be a little shy when he first meets you, but he does warm right up.    He is still a baby, so he is learning not to chew things that aren't meant to be chewed and to ride in the car without getting car sick (that takes practice)!  He knows how to sit and come and how to snuggle!!!

Azure is now living outside Pittsburgh, PA with her new family, where she will get lots of play time and love!

Bailey has moved to Wenonah, NJ with her great new family!  She has a new sheltie brother - Micah.  And, she is looking forward to lots of long walks and playtime!

Bailey is settling in with his foster family.  Approx. 7 years old, he's a big, friendly, solid boy with a thick full coat that could easily get away from you. Luckily, he likes getting brushed!   He could stand to lose a few pounds, and his daily 2 mile walks will help with that.

Around the house, he's a very calm, curious and respectful lad.  He really likes to be with his people and would be a great, low maintence, easy going,  companion dog or family dog that has people around most of the time.

He knows basic commands, gives paw, walks well on his leash, 

Very food motivated, it would take him a lunch hour to get his CGC. Yep, he's smart as a whip.

He was given up by his owner because he said he had thunderstorm anxiety.  While we've observed a slight level of stress during some recent storms, it was rather mild - we've seen a lot worse.   However loud noises, trucks, alarms, sirens, lawn mowers, vacuums and recorded thunderstorm sounds don't bother him at all. 

He's currently on medication to balance his thyroid level and is scheduled to get some needed dental work in the next few weeks.

Check back for updates.

Bailey has found a new home in Round Hill, Virginia! She is going to get tons of love from her new family. 

Miss Bailey is about four years old and is a smooth collie mix. She is still getting adjusted with her foster family until she can find her forever home! 

Her foster family said that she can be somewhat nervous in new situations and surroundings.  When she arrived at their home, she cautiously explored the new space and new people.  But once Bailey realized that she would get a ton of love with butt scratches and chest rubs from her new human friends, she stayed right by their side! Now she follows them around the house, staying close. When new people come into the house, she will eventually approach them with a cautious greeting and smells them before she can be comfortable. 

She's also become quite the vigilant watchdog for anything out of the norm around the house.  Whether it's a knock at the door or some squirrels in the yard, she alerts everyone about the change and gets excited and barks. She likes to play and patrol around their backyard too.

Her foster family is working to help her walk better on a leash; right now she likes to crisscross back and forth to smell all the awesome smells and seek out squirrels in the neighborhood. During her walks, she doesn't mind other people and bikes that are out and about. However, she gets really, really excited and noisy when she sees other dogs and cannot wait to get over and meet them. Once she gets to meet them, she calms down and has great manners, but we are trying to work with her on her excitement level. 

Overall, Bailey has a very calm disposition and doesn’t seem needy of much attention. She isn’t very food-motivated, but will sit nicely for you if it means cheese is involved.  She does very well in cars, and had no hesitation jumping right in and settling in for a snooze.  She also does well in her crate at night, and likes to go in and out of her crate on her own during the day. She loves to get brushed and bathed!

Bailey is about 6 months old and was an owner surrender when he accidentally broke his leg jumping over a babygate. This smart little cutie patootie basically loves everything. He's great with dogs, cats, children, adults, is crate trained, anxious to please, uber-Friendly, and good-natured. In his short little life, he's already mastered Sit, Down, and Give paw! Normally Bailey would love to play, but he's on bedrest right now while he is healing).. in the mean time, he is enjoying chewing on bones and lots of belly rubs and attention from his foster family. Bailey broke his right front leg accidentally when he jumped a baby gate when he was about 5 months old. The family could not afford the surgery recommended by the attending doctor, so his leg was splinted. The family decided to give Bailey up three weeks later, at which point they contacted CRI. After he was in our care, we took him to an orthopedic specialist. Upon inspection, the x-rays showed that the bone had started to mend in a manner that the surgeon was pleased with. Currently, Bailey is undergoing heat and physical therapy twice a day and will begin short walks soon. His leg is being monitored as it heals, and seems to be headed to a good outcome. This cute little monkey bear will probably go fast because he's just so precious. Apply quickly!

It was Bailey's lucky day!  She found a great home in Gaithersburg, Maryland where she will have plenty of play time with her new family and furry friends!

Meet sweet Bailey!  She is a young puppy who turned one year old in May.  She is a bit shy, but is quite a sweetheart!  She really opens up with other dogs though, so we’re hoping to find Bailey a home where she can live with another confident dog.  She also does well with cats!  We think she would do best in a home without children.

Bailey is still getting used to new situations and environments, especially neighborhoods where there is a lot of activity and loud noises.   Her foster family is helping expose her to new people.  They say Bailey has shown herself to be a typical smart collie – easy to train and quick to learn!  Yummy treats are a favorite thing to keep her focused, but toys are what really brings out her playfulness.

Bailey just needs a loving home to call his own...

Bailey has been adopted, and is living all the way in New Hampshire.  Not only does he have a new family, he also has two new canine pals to play with him in the yard!  He really lucked out with a huge, loving family.  You're living the good life, Bailey!

He's a young collie who is nearly 2 years old.  He's a very sweet boy who loves to play, especially if it's wrestling with other dogs!  Bailey would do well in a house who can give him exercise to let out his youthful energy.  When he's outside, he loves to race around in the yard.  When inside, he will settle down and enjoy his toys.  He's incredibly friendly and affectionate, and very happy and playful collie.

Amongst our photos of Bailey, you can also see a video of him playing with Ebony, which is another collie available for adoption.

If you are interested in rescuing a collie, please fill out this short adoption questionnaire. Our standard adoption fee is $350. This fee helps us to cover the expense of providing each dog with a health exam, Rabies/DHPP vaccines, heartworm test, heartworm preventative, flea and tick protection, microchip, neuter/spay, and a bath.  Visit www.savecollies.org to learn more!

Congrats to Bailey!  He's now living in Charlottesville, Virginia with a new collie brother and a great new best friend!

Bailey is an awesome young pup – born only on March 14, 2018.  He is a collie mix. This ambitious and sweet boy loves to meet new people and gives plenty of licks to let others know he feels comfortable calling you a friend.

He’s a smart guy too! His foster family says he is quite observant, makes great eye contact, and tilts his head to let you know he is paying attention and curious. In no time at all, he quickly figured out the proper way to walk on a leash and does well staying at your side.  He’s cautiously curious about new places and new objects, sniffing out every inch to make sure he’s collected all the information he needs. Once you let him outside, he loves to get out and explore, running around the backyard with puppy zooms. He also seems great on car rides and is confident jumping into the car and sitting down to enjoy the ride.

Bailey has been neutered and house trained, and does well holding in his pee overnight. However, being a puppy, he does need to go often throughout the day and will sit by the patio door and give a little yelp to let you know he is there.  He also needs to be watched carefully, as he is prone to chewing things!  

This pup is about 69 pounds, and could stand to lose a few pounds. Luckily, he is already working on it. He sleeps well in his crate and snoozes there all through the night without a peep. When his foster family is away from the house, he tends hang out in his crate during the day.

Bailey is an overall sweet, curious, fun boy. He likes to hang out near his foster family and has found a couple spots to curl up and watch everything happening in the house. We hope we can find him his perfect forever home!

Bailey has been adopted by a wonderful family and is staying local in MD!  He is looking forward to being the sole recipient of all the attention and care (and I'm sure there is likely a warm sofa in his future!)

Bailey is a very friendly 2-3 year old male Collie. He is playful and loves to go on walks, but is a mellow boy at heart. He loves to lie by his foster mom's side on the front porch and watch people go by. Give Bailey a couch with a human on it, and he is up there right next to you with his paws on your lap, waiting for some love. He is also very comfortable hanging out in his crate (open door) when he is inside.

Bailey loves all people and dogs. He's been having a great time with the dogs around his foster mom's home! Although he is OK with cats, we feel it is best if he goes to a home without them. He adores being groomed and petted, and especially loves butt scratches. Don't blame him because his coat was shaved before he came to Collie Rescue. We know he will have a gorgeous collie coat, when it grows out.

Bailey came from a very rural setting, and was not familiar with suburban noises and routines, but he learned quickly how to walk on a loose lead. He likes to work for treats and responds well to obedience training. He is polite, respectful, still a bit under-confident (although has made giant strides there!!), listens well, walks well on a leash, does not stray when we play in the front yard, and really is a fine young pup. Given the chance (which we don't!), Bailey would love to chase bikes passing by. He gets excited when he sees them passing on the road. Bailey will be a great all-around family dog, and will benefit from additional exercises to boost his confidence.

Bailey is neutered, up-to-date on vaccines.