Meet Tex.

Amherst, MA · 3 years 1 month · Australian Cattle Dog/Blue Heeler / Cattle Dog / Mixed (short coat)

Listed since Apr 7, 2026. Listing dates do not establish shelter intake or continuous availability.

First seen by Goodmorph Oct 30, 2026.

Rescue last updated: Sep 16, 2026

In the shelter’s words

Meet Tex! A lively two-and-a-half-year-old Australian Cattle Dog mix currently in Wayne, NJ, whose red speckled coat mirrors his energetic and attentive spirit. He is a medium sized boy around 35 pounds who thrives on connection and loves being right by your side, happily keeping you company throughout the day. Tex is wonderfully trained and responsive, knowing commands like sit, stay, leave it, and place, and he enjoys learning through positive reinforcement and structure. He is house-trained, crate-trained, and settles nicely when left alone, watching the world from the window until his people return. Daily walks, games of fetch, and joyful runs where he can stretch his legs are some of his favorite ways to spend time! Tex is affectionate and loyal, forming strong bonds with his caregivers and showing his love by staying close and patiently waiting for shared moments. He has also shown how adaptable and welcoming he can be with new people. Tex spent time with caregivers while his family was away, including two people he had not met before, and he did wonderfully with them! Tex is friendly with other dogs and brings a playful, social energy to his interactions. When another dog stayed with his family for a week, Tex did great sharing his space. Even when his canine guest repeatedly took toys and other things from him, Tex remained patient and simply let her have them, showing an especially easygoing side of his personality. Like many in his breed, Tex has a strong herding instinct, particularly around fast-moving children. In situations where he became overstimulated, Tex has bitten, and one incident resulted in a bite that required medical attention. Tex would do best in an adult-only home or a home with older teens who understand herding breeds, and with someone committed to ongoing, structured training with a professional. He has shown real capacity for growth with consistency and positive reinforcement, and the right experienced home can help him thrive. Tex would do well in a new loving home with adults or older teens who enjoy an active lifestyle and can provide regular exercise, engagement, and ongoing learning opportunities. He needs a caring environment where his energy and intelligence are appreciated and where he can continue building confidence in a calm and supportive setting. Fully vaccinated, neutered, and microchipped, Tex is ready to begin his next chapter with a family who will embrace both his playful charm and his need for guidance. If you are looking for a devoted companion who will walk beside you, learn with you, and share in life’s daily adventures, Tex is waiting to meet you! Could Tex be the one to join your journey? Contact adopt@joyfulpets.com to learn more about this sweet boy. Content Notice: This pet is represented by Joyful Pets. All photos, descriptions, and behavioral summaries are proprietary and may not be republished, altered, or used by third-party platforms. Any unapproved aggregation or rewriting of this listing is strictly prohibited.

RescueGroups record ID: 22379482

What this home needs

• Other dogs

  Mentioned by the shelter

  “Feed checkbox: Yes”

  Not a verified observation — ask staff about the context. A positive shelter report may support search results; it remains unverified and needs confirmation.

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• Children

  Mentioned by the shelter

  “Tex would do best in an adult-only home or a home with older teens who understand herding breeds, and with someone committed to ongoing, structured training with a professional.”

  Not a verified observation — ask staff about the context. A positive shelter report may support search results; it remains unverified and needs confirmation.

  Shelter statement ↗
• Still to ask the shelter

  cats · housing and stairs · medical and care. These details are not documented here; unknown does not mean no.

Roster last seen: Nov 2, 2026, 6:08 AM UTC
Goodmorph last synced: Nov 2, 2026, 6:08 AM UTC
Availability confirmed by a person: Not confirmed

Shelter staff and authorized volunteers: add a dated observation

This shared profile remains available for up to 90 days after it leaves the source roster, unless removal is requested sooner. Adoptions and applications are handled by the shelter.