Flat-Coated Retriever puppies and dogs in Massachusetts

: - - Some dogs just walk up to you and wag their tails. Not Kory. Kory prefers a more calculated, theatrical approach. If you have the privilege of earning his trust, Kory will walk up to you, look you dead in the eyes to ensure he has your absolute undivided attention, execute a flawless, silent 180-degree spin, and aggressively back his rear end into you. This is the Kory Reverse Parking Maneuver, and it means you are legally obligated to provide butt scratches until further notice. At 55 pounds, Kory is a magnificent, sweet, and wonderfully complex boy who is currently looking for his forever co-pilot. ( ’ ) • : Kory does not just lie down on a couch. He curates it. Watching Kory prepare for a nap is a live event where blankets are shifted, throw pillows are violently reorganized, and a perfect nest is constructed before he finally collapses into a pile of limbs. • - : Kory is highly food-motivated. He loves stinky cow hooves, buffalo horns, puzzle toys, and snuffle mats. He will eat almost anything. Except raspberries. He rejects them with the passion of a thousand burning suns. Do not offer him the forbidden fruit. ( “,” ) Kory is a sensitive, introverted soul who wears his heart on his sleeve. Because the world can sometimes feel a little loud and fast for him, he has a few very specific requirements for his future kingdom: • : Kory is a dog’s dog. He absolutely thrives in the presence of other pups and relies heavily on a confident dog brother or sister to show him that the world isn’t a scary place. He is a submissive helper who just wants a furry mentor to spoon and play with. • “ ” ( ): When Kory gets scared or feels cornered by fast movements, his defense mechanism is to bark loudly. If you don’t know him, it looks intimidating. If you do know him, you know it’s pure theatrical stage fright. He has zero actual aggression in his body; he’s just a big guy who wishes he could shrink into a pocket-sized pup when he’s nervous. • : Getting the leash on is a work in progress. If you move too fast, he will politely back away. But once that leash is clicked? He is an absolute dream. He boasts a loose leash walk and a gorgeous, firm heel that would put show dogs to shame. ’ Kory is looking for a quiet, low-traffic house (with a small yard) where he can truly decompress. Because he is sensitive to quick movements and chaos, he is strictly looking for an adults-only home with no cats and no small kids (though respectful older kids around 10+ who understand personal space are totally fine!). He loves his crate, is fully house-trained, and knows commands like “Sit,” “Down,” “Look,” and “Out.” ’ : Professional couch-nesting and pillow-redecorating services Flawless loose-leash walking partner High-level problem-solving skills (he loves a puzzle toy) Elite-level eye contact and custom reverse-parking affection ’ : Acceptance of fresh berries Tolerance for sudden games of tag in the living room The ability to resist a good cow hoof Kory is a beautiful, faithful boy who just needs a patient family willing to let him bloom at his own pace. Once he knows you’re his safe space, you have a best friend for life. Please note Kory isn't a plug-and-play dog. He needs adopters who understand decompression, respect his pace, and won't rush him. He thrives with structure, consistency, and patient leadership rather than pressure. The right match matters more than speed for Kory. He is a really good dog who has shown us that time and time again. He doesn't need someone to fix him—he needs someone who understands him, believes in him, and is willing to give him the environment he needs to thrive. Please understand that reviewing applications for Kory may take longer than our typical timeline. We are going to move slowly and intentionally.   This dog is up to date on vaccinations and is spayed or neutered. (Please note: Puppies under 3 months old may not be sterilized prior to adoption. If this is the case, your adoption coordinator will provide guidance on the process.)   To adopt or learn more about this dog, you must complete an adoption application, which can be found on our website: www.sandypawsrescue.com.   PLEASE READ:     •    If a dog or puppy is listed, they are currently available for adoption. However, they may already be pending an adoption, and their profile may not yet reflect this.     •    All information is accurate to the best of our knowledge as of the posting date.     •    Unless explicitly stated, Sandy Paws Rescue does not guarantee the breed of any dog. Breeds listed are educated guesses made by shelter staff, volunteers, or veterinarians. Many of our dogs are mixed breeds, often with pit bull-type genetics, resulting in a wide variety of physical traits and temperaments.   Our dogs come from various situations, such as kill shelters, owner surrenders, or as strays. It is likely both parents were mixed breeds as well.   Sandy Paws Rescue does not have a public shelter in Massachusetts. Our dogs reside in private foster homes or boarding kennels in the South until adopted. Many dogs are spoken for prior to transport or release from state-mandated isolation.   For information on adoption fees, procedures, or FAQs, visit our website: www.sandypawsrescue.com.   The FIRST step in adopting from Sandy Paws Rescue is to submit a completed adoption application. ##2559576##