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My basic info
Breed
Labrador Retriever
Color
Tan/Yellow/Fawn - with White
Age
6 years 9 months old, Adult
Size
Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg) (when grown)
Weight
68 lbs (current)
Sex
Male
Pet ID
FODS-A-218
My details
Good with kids
Good with dogs
Good with cats
Shots current
Spayed / Neutered
Housetrained
My story
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Here's what the humans have to say about me:
Meet Hank, our sweet old lab dog with a heart of pure gold. We can’t understand how he ended up in the shelter, but we got him out as quick as we could, and his foster mom has been spoiling him ever since. He’s earned the nickname Big Boy and follows his foster mom everywhere, always seeking love and hugs. One cannot help but adore the way he gazes with his big, soulful brown eyes.
Hank's best friend is most likely his foster mom, but he also enjoys the company of the smaller resident dog in the household. He's house-trained and crate trained, making him an easy addition to any home. Though he hasn't interacted with children, his gentle demeanor suggests he would likely be great with them. We would recommend kids older than 8 just to be sure.
Hank seems to get along well with all dogs and is currently living with a cat. He remains curious about the cat and sniffs her and doesn’t harm or chase her either. He’s not a fan of water, but he loves car rides with the windows down and cherishes his chew bones and stuffed animals as favorite toys. While not particularly interested in fetch, Hank enjoys running circles in the yard before settling in for a long, well-deserved nap.
Hank is quite smart and knows commands like sit, down, shake, and no. He is very excited about walks and would benefit from a harness to have more control. His ideal home would have a large backyard, allowing him space to run around, and an indoor area for him to relax and nap. While another dog as a companion is welcome, Hank enjoys receiving attention from his humans and is easy going either way.
Among the many lovable things he does, Hank's cute behaviors include putting his nose on his foster parent's lap for pets, chasing his tail, and scattering his toys all around the house. He expresses gratitude to his foster parent with his loving eyes, as if saying, "Thank you for giving me a place to stay."
Hank was reserved initially, but once settled into his new home, he quickly adapted to his schedule. While he sleeps in a crate, he doesn't necessarily need it when left alone in the house.While he doesn't need a lot of exercise, a larger yard with a fence would be ideal for him to explore and run freely.
As much as he enjoys the company of other dogs, he simply adores sitting at his human's feet, soaking in all the attention and love he can get. We envision Hank sitting at the feet of his new family, while they sip drinks & rock in their chairs watching the sun set on the porch. If you're looking for a loyal and affectionate companion, Hank is the perfect match!
To see more pictures and videos of Big Boy/Hank copy and paste this link, you can apply directly for Big Boy/Hank by clicking the “Apply for Adoption” button on the linked page.
All our dogs come with 30 days of free post-adoption support through Petcademy.org. This benefit includes free access to Petcademy’s team of trainers/behaviorists, as well as access to online materials that will help you settle your new family member into your home. You can text unlimited questions to Petcademy and they'll respond within 24 hours (Monday-Friday).
We only adopt in the USA. We are open to adopting in other states, except in Massachusetts. There are quarantine laws for MA and until these laws change, we are not able to adopt into MA.
