Updated 04/19/2024 – So you are interested in getting a Sheepadoodle Rescue. Well you have come to the right place. We will show you some of the best places to look for a Sheepadoodle to adopt.
While the common place to look is a rescue that focus on doodle type dogs, many breed specific rescues will also help mixed breed dogs that are part of their beloved breeds. In the case of the Sheepadoodle this would include Old English Sheepdog and Poodle Rescues.
Unfortunately I couldn’t find any Old English Sheepdog Rescues that indicated they helped mix breeds. But many of the large Poodle Rescues do. Join us as we show you 8 Poodle and Doodle breed rescues to look for a Sheepadoodle Rescue.
In this post you will find:
- What is a Sheepadoodle?
- Sheepadoodle Sizes
- Exercise Needs
- Caring for a Sheepadoodle
- Tips on how to increase your chance of being selected by a rescue
- Where to Find a Sheepadoodle Rescue?
What is a Sheepadoodle?
If you are looking for one you probably already know that a Sheepadoodle is a designer cross breed between an Old English Sheepdog (OES) and a Poodle. It is a relatively new crossbreed, which makes finding one at a rescue hard.
Since the Sheepadoodle is a new crossbreed, there are no standards for the dog’s size, coloring, appearance, or temperament. However there are commonalities among them and reputable breeders will have an idea on what to expect.
Sheepadoodle Sizes
Just like the Goldendoodle, Labradoodle and Bernedoodle they come in different sizes; Standard, Mini doodle and Micro Mini. Size is determined by breeding practices.
A standard sized Sheepadoodle is a cross with a standard sized poodle. They can be large dogs weighing between 50 and 90 pounds and standing 24 to 27 inches at the shoulder.
A Mini Sheepadoodle is a cross between an Old English Sheepdog and a mini Poodle. Keep in mind that “mini” is a relative term and is based on the size of a standard. They generally fall between 25 and 45 pounds and stand 16 to 18 inches at the shoulder.
Micro Mini or tiny Sheepadoodles are rare. They are bred using a toy poodle. They grow to be around the 15 to 30 pound range and stand 12 to 15 inches at the shoulder.
Exercise Needs
Sheepadoodles are lively dogs, especially a standard sized one. Which makes sense when you look at the two parent breeds.
The Old English Sheepdog was bred to defend the flocks in the English countryside and to drive the herds to market. They are use to being active. Poodles were bred to be waterfowl retrievers so they also have a good amount of energy to burn off each day. This results in a crossbreed that will need an active lifestyle to be happy.
Just remember when thinking about getting a Sheepadoodle rescue it’s important to evaluate your own lifestyle to make sure it meets the needs of the dog.
Caring for a Sheepadoodle
Like all doodles they are high maintenance dogs. The time you save picking up fur will be doubled by the amount of time needed to brush and groom your dog. Long haired Sheepadoodles need to be brushed everyday to keep their fur from matting. You can get around this by keeping their fur short but you also lose the fluffy look.
How To Increase Your Chance Of Being Selected For A Rescue Dog
Where to Find a Sheepadoodle Rescue?
Since the Sheepadoodle is a relatively new cross breed they are not easy to find at a rescue, but some still find themselves in need of a home. Listed below are the places we found during our research that have the best potential to have a Sheepadoodle rescue. But keep in mind there is no guarantee they will.
Also we do not endorse any of the groups listed in this post. It is your responsibility to ensure that the rescue is a place you want to work with. Also while every attempt was made to provide accurate information we are not responsible for typos or incorrect information. Please confirm all information with the rescue.
1. Carolina Poodle Rescue
Service Area: They allow out of state adoptions but require that you come to Dreamweaver Farm to meet with staff and dogs.
About:
The Carolina Poodle Rescue describes themselves as a no-kill/limited entry private rescue group. They are a 501(c)(3) non-profit that started out as Poodle Rescue but has since opened their doors to poodle cross breeds and other dogs in need.
Located in the northern part of South Carolina, the Carolina Poodle Rescue maintains a physical location called Dreamweaver Farm where most of their available dogs reside. They can house over 150 animals there. However some of their dogs are kept in foster homes when the need arises.
In addition to housing available dogs, Dreamweaver Farms serves as a sanctuary for senior or special needs dogs.
If you go over to their website you will see that they have a large number of dogs available including (at the time of this writing anyway) a Sheepadoodle named Lemon.
Application process:
You are required to fill out an Adoption Application and go through a screening process before you can visit the farm to meet their dogs. They do not adopt to families with children under age 5. Check out their website for more information on the process.
Contact Information:
Website: https://carolinapoodlerescue.org
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CarolinaPoodleRescue/
2. NorCal Poodle Rescue
Service Area:
About:
NorCal Poodle Rescue is a non-profit organization that was founded in 1985 by a poodle breeder when they saw the need. Although they started with poodles they have since opened their doors to poodle mix breeds too.
NorCal Poodle Rescue chooses to board most of their rescues instead of using foster homes. Although there are few dogs that are in foster care.
Application process:
When you find a dog on their website that you are interested in meeting you need to complete their online adoption application first. Then one of their volunteers will get in touch with you if they feel that it is a good fit.
Contact Information:
Website: https://www.norcalpoodlerescueadoption.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NorCalPoodleRescue
3. IDOG Rescue
Service Area: US and parts of Canada
About:
IDOG is a national, not-for-profit dog rescue based in Houston, Texas. They specialize in all types of doodles, including Sheepadoodles, Bernedoodles, Goldendoodles and Labradoodles.
IDOG volunteers work with shelters around the country to pull doodles as quickly as possible. Once rescued from the shelters the dogs are placed in a foster home.
Application process:
IDOG Rescue requires that you complete their adoption screening process prior to meeting a dog. Their adoption screening process includes an adoption application, phone interview, veterinarian and personal reference checks and a home visit. The adoption process can take between 2 to 4+ weeks to complete.
Applicants must live within a reasonable distance to where the dog is fostered. To learn more about their adoption process please visit their website.
Contact Information:
Website: https://www.idogrescue.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IDOGRescue
4. Doodle Rock Rescue
Service Area: 350 miles of Dallas, TX.
About:
Doodle Rock Rescue (DRR) is a nonprofit rescue located in the Dallas/Fort Worth, TX area. They help all types of doodles in need of rescue including Sheepadoodles, Labradoodles and Goldendoodles.
They offer rescue and rehoming services across the United States. But their main focus is on helping dogs in South Texas shelters, where there are high euthanasia rates.
In addition to offering rescue and rehoming services, DRR also opened the CHEW Animal Clinic. The goal of this clinic is to provide high quality, yet affordable veterinarian care.
CHEW offers their services to local shelters, animal rescues groups and qualified families within the Dallas/Fort Worth area. They also provide on-site group training to assist families and rescue partners with mild behavioral concerns.
Application process:
A separate adoption application is required for each dog you are interested in. A home visit is required as part of the process. Once the application has been reviewed you will be notified if you are selected. All others will receive an automatic response within 3 weeks.
Contact Information:
Website: https://doodlerockrescue.org/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DoodleRockRescue
5. Florida Poodle Rescue Inc.
Service Area: Florida
About:
Florida Poodle Rescue, Inc. is a non-profit rescue specializing in the rehoming of Poodles and Doodles. The rescue was started by two women who care deeply about the plight of unwanted dogs and decided to do something about it.
While they are in the Tampa Bay, FL area they use foster homes throughout Florida to rescue and care for dogs in need. All dogs are kept at foster homes while they wait for their new homes.
Application process:
To begin the application process you must complete the adoption application. Volunteers will process the application and check references. You will have an interview and home visit. If you pass the home visit and they have a match, you will be able to meet the dog.
Contact Information:
Website: https://www.floridapoodlerescue.org
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FloridaPoodleRescue
6. Doodle Dandy Rescue
Service Area: 5 hour drive of the main location outside of Dallas.
About:
Doodle Dandy Rescue (DDR) is a nonprofit rescue located in the Dallas/Fort Worth, TX area.
They have over 500 active volunteers that provide rescue, and foster services. These volunteers help abandoned and abused Doodles in San Antonio, Houston, Austin and the DFW area.
Application process:
It can take 1 to 3 weeks to complete the adoption process at Doodle Dandy Rescue. A separate application must be completed for each dog you are interested in. Home visits are required. To learn more checkout their website.
Contact Information:
Website: https://www.doodledandyrescue.org
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/doodledandyrescue
7. Somerset Cottage Poodle Rescue
Service Area: Northern Virginia
About:
The Somerset Cottage Poodle Rescue specializes in Poodles; Poodle mixes and other non-shedding hypoallergenic companion dogs. Located in Fairfax, Virginia they use foster homes in the Northern Virginia area to house and evaluate dogs in their care before putting them up for adoption.
Application process:
An application is required. You can only meet the dog after your application has been approved. To learn more visit their website.
Contact Information:
Website: https://www.somersetcottagepoodlerescue.org/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Somerset-Cottage-Poodle-Rescue
Petfinder
In addition to the rescues listed above another place to look for a Sheepadoodle rescue is on Petfinder.com. Unlike individual rescue sites that only list their available dogs, Petfinder.com lists 1,000’s of dogs from all different types of rescues and local shelters making it a easy to look for your future best friend.
Petfinder allows you to search by breed and some common cross breeds like the Sheepadoodle. Plus you can search by location to look for dogs near you.
Note: Not all rescues use petfinder.
Alternatives to the Sheepadoodle
At this point you may be wondering if an Sheepadoodle is right for you. If that is the case you can check out our other rescue posts; Goldendoodle Rescues, Labradoodle Rescues, Bernedoodle Rescues, Aussiedoodle Rescue, Doodle Rescues, and Poodle Rescues to see if one of the other poodle crossbreeds is a better fit.
Looking for a Smaller Doodle
Or maybe you want a smaller doodle? Check out these other small, low shed dog breeds: Cavapoo Rescue, Cockapoo Rescue Maltipoo Rescue and Shih Tzu Rescue
Happy Tails!
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