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Posted over 6 years ago
| Updated over 6 years ago
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My basic info
Breed
Labrador Retriever
Color
Black
Age
Adult
Size
Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg) (when grown)
Weight
–
Sex
Male
Pet ID
JH 052417a
My details
Not good with kids
Good with dogs
Shots current
Spayed / Neutered
Housetrained
My story
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Here's what the humans have to say about me:
**BUDDY CANNOT GO TO A HOME WITH SMALL CHILDREN**
Buddy is a 2-year old Labrador/Australian Shepherd who weighs in at 60 pounds. True to his Lab nature, he is looking for three things in life: Somebody to follow around with total loyalty, someone to play with, and someone to love. A couple of squirrels to chase wouldn’t hurt, either.
Buddy loves to play. He will chase a ball and return it for as long as you care to throw it, or until your arm falls off. If you are not around, he will happily play with his toys by himself. If other dogs are around, then the fun really begins. Buddy lives in a foster home with 10-12 other dogs, a constantly rotating population, and all of them much smaller than he is. He LOVES them all. Regardless of their size or age, Buddy is going to incite playfulness. He will crouch before them, nudge them, herd them, chase them until they start playing with him. Boys just wanna have fun.
When it’s time to come inside, Buddy’s house manners are excellent. He is housetrained and crate-trained. He doesn’t mark. He is not a barky dog, though he will let you know when he perceives a threat to the house, or possibly when there’s a cheeky squirrel outside teasing him. Buddy will sit on command.
If you have been very, very good, Buddy might favor you with some kisses. This will be a delicate matter, however. He will not attempt to exfoliate your face with his tongue. And unlike some Labs, he does not slobber.
Buddy does require a yard with a secure fence as he is a curious fellow and will happily take any opportunity to explore. He would be an excellent dog for a family with older children, or for a couple or single wanting an active, loyal, well-mannered dog. He has been in foster care for a long time (Hint: big black dog) and is so deserving of a good home and his own people to love.
