Milo

Meet Milo 3 years old | Male | Mini Australian Shepherd | 22 lbs Milo was rescued right here in Brooklyn after someone reached out about a terrified dog hiding underneath a parked car in Bushwick. People had spent hours trying to get him out, but he was frozen with fear. One of our trainers and I went to help. We carefully blocked off the openings underneath the car with wooden planks and eventually managed to get him out. Milo was terrified, thrashing and trying to bite out of fear. Nobody came forward to claim him, so we took him into our care. Since then, Milo has been working with Jen Bianchi of The Canine Collective, building confidence through training, structure, and play. And what a transformation! Behind that once-terrified pup is a playful, energetic Mini Aussie with a big personality and strong herding instincts. He loves movement, play, and engaging with people and other dogs. While he’s made tremendous progress, he’s still building confidence and learning to channel his energy. Milo’s ideal home: - An experienced dog owner, ideally someone familiar with herding breeds. - An active household that enjoys exercise, play, and training. Jen thinks he’d make an excellent running partner! - Someone confident, patient, and consistent who can provide structure without being overly permissive. - A family willing to continue the training Jen has started and learn how to read Milo’s behavior. - A home that understands the importance of balancing activity with downtime so he doesn’t become overstimulated. - Potentially another compatible dog or a cat, with appropriate introductions and careful consideration of his herding instincts. We’re looking for someone who sees his potential and is excited to continue helping him grow. Someone who understands that a dog can be sensitive and insecure while also being intelligent, energetic, and a little pushy! We’ve invested a lot in Milo’s rehabilitation and are committed to finding the right match, not just the first available home.