Marans is a sweet, stoic Australian Shepherd with a truly stunning blue merle coat that turns heads wherever he goes. He’s lived much of his life as a farm dog, taking things in stride and doing what was asked of him, but beneath that steady exterior is a dog who genuinely loves his people.
Marans is calm, loyal, and quietly affectionate-the kind of companion who doesn’t need to be flashy to be special. He would do beautifully in a home where he can enjoy comfort, consistency, and the chance to finally be more than just a working dog. After all he’s given, Marans deserves a soft place to land and a family to call his own.
Primary Color: Blue Merle
Secondary Color: White
Weight: 46.4
Age: 2yrs 0mths 1wks
Learn more about our adoption process. Our available animals are updated daily. Adoption updates may be found on X @JoyboundAdopt.
Adoption Fees
- Cat – $100
- Special-Needs Cat – $50
- Senior Cat (7+ years) – $50
- Kitten (< 6 months) – $175
- Special-Needs Kitten – $100
- Feline Emotional Support Animal – $200
- Dog – $150
- Special-Needs Dog – $75
- Senior Dog (7+ years) – $50
- Puppy (< 6 months) – $375
- Special-Needs Puppy – $200
- Canine Emotional Support Animal – $400
Adoption fees are always waived for U.S. military Veterans.
Select animals have their adoption fees sponsored by generous admirers. Interested in sponsoring a shelter animal? Your tax-deductible donation can cover the adoption fee of a shelter pet and give a family an extra incentive to adopt them.
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