Southwest Collie/Sheltie Rescue

10/01/2026

Today is National Black Dog Day! Show us your pups 🐾

09/28/2026

Update - Now that we’ve had some time to get to know Archie, we have a better idea of what he will need in a forever home. This 8 mo old boy had lived life in an apartment and wasn’t exposed to much so the outside world and all its noises are a little scary for him. He is a bit uncomfortable on a leash at this time, he prefers to run around the yard and play vs go for a walk.

Archie would benefit from a younger household with children he can grow up with as he loves kids (he also loves cats!) and a nice grassy yard to run in…also important would be another confident dog buddy to run and play with who can also show him the world outside of home is an ok place. He is getting better in regard to his fear of outside noises, but his new family will need to provide training and be patient with him as he adjusts to his new home and surroundings.

Archie is located in Phoenix, AZ
www.swcsrescue.com

09/21/2026

Just a reminder - if you don’t hit the “like” button on our posts once in a while…you won’t see our posts…and the dogs wouldn’t want you to miss anything 🐾

09/19/2026

Our handsome boy Bear at his final vet check before he heads to his new forever home. Congrats to Bear and his new family! 💕🐾

09/15/2026

Our online auction has started! Please like and follow the auction page to participate and get details. Thank you! 🐾

09/13/2026

Meet Archie, an adorable 8 mo old male Sheltie who will be on the larger side when full grown. He is already neutered, chipped & up to date on shots. He loves cats, children, other dogs and people.

Archie is incredibly sweet and would do excellent with a young family to grow with and a secure grassy yard to play in. He is located in Phoenix, AZ

Like any youngster, Archie will need an active family who will provide him with the training he needs and help him burn off some sheltie energy. He was not exposed to the outside world much, so he will need someone who will be patient with him as he gets used to the sights and sounds that happen outside of the home.

He is housebroken but occasionally has accidents so he needs to be taken out regularly while he learns his new routine. He is trained to go on potty pads too. He is well behaved in the house.

Applications can be found on our website www.swcsrescue.com

09/12/2026

We recently welcomed little Poppy to rescue ~ this little girl is 9 mos old and about 12lbs right now. She’s going to be a small sheltie when full grown.

According to her foster family she is super cuddly (once you earn her trust), happy, plays with your toes, plays with dogs, would probably be good with a cat once she learns the rules.

She’s good with bigger dogs, but with dogs her size or smaller she can be a little alpha. She wants all the attention so she probably wouldn’t mind being the only dog.

Poppy was never potty trained and she’s not really picking up on that yet. She barks ALOT. She has been waking up the house at an early hour because she wants attention and out of the ex pen. Due to the barking she would not be the right fit for an apartment or condo.

She was turned over to rescue because her people decided a puppy was too much for them. Her new family will need to be willing to deal with all that comes with a cute little puppy. They will need to take the time to train her, teach her the rules, and help her burn off her puppy energy.

If you think you might be a good match, please complete an application on our website at www.swcsrescue.com and mention Poppy. Applications will be carefully reviewed as we want her to be able to settle into a forever home.

09/11/2026

09/10/2026

In case anyone uses Fi dog supplements

A dog supplement brand is recalling two of their supplements after tests showed they may be contaminated with Salmonella.

09/06/2026

Our friends at GBB Bandanas are having a fundraiser for SWCSR now thru November 1. They have rescue logo merchandise available for you and your pups. Check them out on Facebook and their webpage at www.gbbbandanas.com. Once on the website look for “Merch Collab with Rescues” on their menu. Thanks GBB!!