Millie the “Aussie” – A Mate Indeed
An expert sock gatherer and even better escape artist, Millie is also an undeniable beauty
Upper Brookville resident, Katie Ello, welcomed Millie into her home two years ago. She remembers the day and time she arrived from her Oklahoma breeder.
“She was in a big van with a few other Australian Shepherds and likely very scared as she was just 8 weeks old. But the moment she got out of the van at around 5 pm on Nov. 2nd, 2021, she knew she found her forever home!” she recalls.
Millie is Katie’s second Australian Shepherd, clearly fond of the breed. And Katie isn’t the only one. The Australian Shepherd has captured the hearts of dog lovers around the world. Known for their striking appearance, intelligence, and unwavering loyalty, Australian Shepherds are a breed apart. Their expressive eyes, often one of their most captivating features, are a window into their sharp minds and playful spirits.
The Basics
- Name: Millie
- Breed: Mini Australian Shepherds
- Age: 2
Millin in two words:
- Millie: Spoiled troublemaker!
Does your pet have any specific talents/tricks?
- Collecting everyone's socks in the house and bringing them down to her dog bed.
Is there anything other neighbors or pets would know your pet for?
- Everyone would know Millie for escaping from the yard and running loose down the road when the gates open.
What’s her biggest fear?
- Thunder!
How would your pet tell the story of the day they met you and your human family?
- Millie took a long 22+ hour drive from her breeder in Oklahoma to Upper Brookville. She was in a big van with a few other Australian Shepherds and likely very scared as she was just 8 weeks old. But the moment she got out of the van at around 5pm on Nov. 2nd, 2021, she knew she found her forever home!
Are there any other pets (brothers/sisters) they have to get along with?
- She is best friends with her sister Maya, a 7-year-old mini Aussie from the same breeder. The two share the same dad, so they are real half-sisters! She is also friends with Allie, our mini pony that lives in a barn in the backyard.
Does your pet get along with the other pets in the neighborhood? Are they part of a pet gang/group of friends?
- Millie gets along great with Ella, a terrier who lives on the block, as well as Quincy, a mini Bernadoodle on the block.
What is your pet most grateful for?
- Treats and walks!
What does your pet love most about being part of your family?
- Millie is an energetic dog and loves being taken on adventures. Her favorite family trip was to Hilton Head Island, where she got to explore the beach and see alligators!