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My basic info
Breed
Labrador Retriever
Color
Black
Age
2 years old, Young
Size
Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg) (when grown)
Weight
96 lbs (current)
Sex
Male
Pet ID
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My details
Good with dogs
Purebred
Shots current
Spayed / Neutered
Housetrained
My story
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Here's what the humans have to say about me:
Shaw is a one-year-old black neutered purebred male lab who loves everyone he meets. He has had a rough start in life as he was originally purchased from a breeder and then given to a second owner who only had him for three months. Unfortunately, he was free-fed in his previous home which caused him to be overweight. He needs an adopter who is committed to his weight loss so that he can be a healthy, active young dog. Shaw lived with eight other dogs in his previous home and currently is in foster with another young male Lab. Shaw does show some higher-ranking traits which may not work with another higher-ranking dog in the same home. However, he would probably do great with a neutral dog who wants to play and snuggle with him. Shaw is crate trained and goes into the crate easily with a treat when left home alone. He sleeps through the night on a dog bed. He is house broken, uses a dog door and has not been destructive in the house or yard. Shaw did not know any commands or how to walk on a leash when he came to his foster home. He now knows sit and down and is working on stay, leave it and find it. He is also making daily progress on his leash skills. Shaw likes to play tug-of-war with a rope toy and is learning how to play fetch. He has not attempted to get into the swimming pool. Shaw was afraid of cars, but will now jump in the car on his own although he is still nervous while riding in the car. Shaw came to DLRR with some anxiety and fearfulness, however, after just a few weeks in his foster home, he has settled in to be a very sweet boy.
If you are interested in this dog, please fill out an application at www.dlrraz.org. Someone will call to schedule a home visit so you can become an approved adopter. Also, visit our Facebook page at www.facebook/desertlab and follow us on Instagram (DLRR of Arizona) and Twitter (@DLRR). Thanks!
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