Baluster♂
Adult · Border Collie / Golden Retriever / Mixed
Medium
About
Meet Baluster, Your New Adventure Buddy! DOB: April 2023 Weight: 31 lbs History: Rescued by TBL in June 2026 from an overcrowded Ontario shelter where he was at risk simply for having too much energy for a kennel, he has proven to be incredibly resilient, joyful, and loving. Disposition: Outgoing, eager-to-please, brilliant, and happy Compatibility: Great with other dogs! Are you looking for the genius, athleticism, and striking beauty of a herding dog, but in a compact, apartment-friendly size? Baluster is our resident "pocket Border Collie" mix and he is an absolute showstopper with his unique brindle face, fluffy white chest, and a magnificent, plumed tail that never stops wagging. Brains, Beauty, and a Big Heart Baluster is the total package! A Master Listener: Baluster is exceptionally smart and thrives on human engagement. He is a phenomenal listener who wants nothing more than to please his person. Social Butterfly: He is an outgoing, happy boy who gets along wonderfully with other dogs. He loves a good play session and handles social situations with grace. The Ultimate Adventure Partner: Because of his athletic build and medium-high energy, he is ready for hiking, running, or agility. But thanks to his portable size, he’s also the perfect size to curl up in the passenger seat for car rides or join you on a dog-friendly patio. The Ideal Home Baluster is a clever, active boy who needs an adopter dedicated to keeping both his mind and body active. Active Lifestyle: He will thrive with someone who loves outdoor adventures or active play. Mental Enrichment: Because he is so smart, he will love learning new tricks, playing with puzzle toys, or even trying out dog sports! Adopter Note: Baluster is a loyal, engaging companion who just needed a chance to shine outside of a stressful shelter environment. If you are ready for a brilliant, fun-sized partner-in-crime, Baluster is waiting for you! To meet him, please visit our website to fill out an adoption application: www.thebarkinglot.net/adopt Our dogs are located in San Diego County, CA. We will happily consider out of town applications and can conduct virtual play dates with interested adopters. We have monthly transport to various locations in the Pacific Northwest, individual arrangements would need to be made for other locations across the US and Canada.To initiate the adoption process for this dog, please complete our online application by clicking below. Your adoption coordinator will respod to you via email once they receive your application: www.thebarkinglot.net/adopt