Marty
MALE | BORN APPROX JUNE 2021 | BORDER COLLIE X CATTLE DOG
LOCATED IN AUCKLAND
If you’ve ever thought, “I wish my dog loved me as much as I love snacks,” then boy do I have the dog for you.
Marty is a walking love sponge with the water obsession of a toddler at a splash pad.
THE BEST BITS
Professional Smoocher.
Visitor Greetings - Greets visitors like a polite Victorian gentleman who has just inherited a fortune.
Dog Social Skills - Marty is a lovely dog who tends to match the energy of the dogs around him. Chill dog friends make Marty a chill dog. Crazy dog friends? Well… they bring out the crazy Collie. 😂
Aquatic Athlete - Beach? Pond? Mud puddle? If it contains water, Marty is in it, under it, or drinking it.
Homebody Vibes. - Marty loves being where his people are. If you’re hanging out, chances are he’s more than happy to hang out too. Good company, somewhere comfy, and Marty is pretty content with life.
THE IDEAL HOME
Marty is a sweet, goofy, water-loving boy with plenty of classic Collie personality — but he’s not a beginner dog.
He needs:
- A confident, experienced human with strong arms and stronger patience
- A semi-rural setup (urban Marty = barky Marty)
- Someone who understands and enjoys those classic Collie traits
- The right outlets for his clever brain and herding instincts
- Someone who appreciates both his snoozy side and his slightly unhinged Crazy Collie Mode™
Marty will make you laugh daily, test your reflexes occasionally, try to herd anything that moves, and love you with the intensity of a thousand suns.
If you want a dog who can go from chill companion to crazy Collie depending on who he’s hanging out with, Marty might just be your guy.
Further Info
Good with dogs: Good
Good with cats: Untested
Good with other animals: Untested
Good with kids: Good with confident respectful kids
Energy Levels: HIGH
Home Experience Level: HIGH
Health: Healthy
Weight: 37kg
A Note on Training and Adopting Our Dogs
Our dogs are wonderful, and we invest a great deal of time and effort into their training and preparation. However, no dog is “perfectly trained” or ready to adopt without any ongoing work.
All dogs go through normal life stages and changes — puppyhood, adolescence, adulthood, aging, moving homes, and adapting to new environments. Any of these can lead to stress, uncertainty, or moments of testing boundaries.
Because of this, ongoing training is essential. Training isn’t a one-off task; it’s a continual process that helps you understand your dog’s needs, support them through transitions, and set everyone up for long-term success.
We would expect adopters to maintain the training we’ve started and seek further guidance if needed. We’re always happy to help with information and recommendations for trainers, and provide advice during the trial and adoption process also.
Can't adopt Marty? You can still help.
Although we charge a small adoption fee, this doesn't generally cover the costs of us getting our dogs ready for adoption. Desexing, grooms, vet care, vaccinations, registration, training and variety of other things can go into these dogs. If you'd like to help either on a one off or regular basis we would be grateful for your donation.
