Oakley
Annie Oakley (or just Oakley), our Blue Heeler girl, is also a blue ribbon helper! She is clever and quick, at once a sweet people person while also a devoted protector. She is Eddie’s constant companion, often retrieving him when necessary.
Oakley is a sweetheart and is also Eddie’s guide dog. We all need a little help now and then!
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While Oakley isn’t officially part of our nonprofit rescue mission, she is an invaluable member of the Robin’s Nest Rescue family! Named after the strong women in our lives, Oakley embodies the spirit of her namesake, the legendary sharpshooter from the 19th century. She is fiercely strong, spirited, opinionated, enterprising, curious, and exceptionally intelligent—and full of energy! To keep her mind engaged, she thrives on having constant “jobs” to do.
A stocky Australian Cattle Dog, she’s related to Australia’s famous wild dog, the Dingo, and is known for her cleverness, often outsmarting her owners. Kimber is always on her toes with Oakley; they are best friends, both developing an impressive array of skills together. Oakley’s favorite pastime is enthusiastically working her herding ball, and she has a distinctive “voice” that she uses to mark the occasion.
One of Oakley’s main roles is to be a companion to Eddie, our born-deaf Blue Heeler. They are a perfect match—Oakley’s energy is the yang to Eddie’s calm yin. His easygoing nature provides a soothing balance to her rambunctiousness. While Oakley jumps and leaps around, Eddie often collapses in a heap, though he’s quick to defend his toys. Oakley helps Eddie navigate the world, guiding him and fetching him on command—an invaluable skill on our expansive 5-acre yard. Together, they bring delightful joy to Robin’s Nest!
Our slogan, “We rescue them. They save us,” reflects the deep, ancient bond between dogs and humans. Archaeologists discovered 12,000-year-old skeletal remains of a woman cradling a puppy, and cave drawings from 32,000 years ago depict animals alongside humans.
Remarkably, all dogs—whether our Chihuahuas, Blue Heelers, or a friend’s Great Dane—share a common ancestor: the gray wolf, Canis lupus. DNA studies support this connection, revealing the deep ties between humans and our canine companions. Today, dogs are the most popular animal companions worldwide, with an estimated population of around one billion. Our worlds are intricately intertwined, highlighting the special bond we share.