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Labrador Retriever puppies and dogs in Ames, Iowa

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BUDDY

Labrador Retriever Rottweiler

Male, 5 yrs
Ames, IA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
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BUDDY

Labrador Retriever Rottweiler

Male, 5 yrs
Ames, IA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
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Buddy

Labrador Retriever Great Pyrenees

Male, Adult
Ankeny, IA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Buddy is a 6-year-old Labrador/Pyrenees mix looking for a loving new home. He’s a friendly, easygoing dog who enjoys walks, playing with kids, and spending time with his people. He also gets along well with other dogs.Buddy has been a great companion, but he has shown some uneasiness around our infant, so we feel it’s best to find him a home that’s a better fit for his comfort.We’re hoping to find someone who can give Buddy the safe, happy environment he deserves. Please reach out if you think you might be a good match or want to learn more.
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Laira

Labrador Retriever American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, Young
Ankeny, IA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
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Story
A few years ago I had to put my dog down and I went to hang out with my brother at a friend's house. His friend had a dog that was in a kennel with the blanket over it next to the bathroom. I moved the blanket and I seen my baby that I just had to put down. she looked just like my dog. I asked what was she doing with it she said she was sending it to ARL the next day and I know how to ARL treats pit bulls so I told her no she wasn't. I took the dog. she was 6 months old at the time. she has his cute little thing where she likes to grab the leash by the handle and I hold the link part so that she can feel like she's walking me. she also likes to take trash bags out of my hands so she can carry one to the trash. she's a good girl I just don't have the time to take care of her.
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Hayes

Labrador Retriever

Male, Adult
Des Moines, IA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
HOW TO ADOPT: This dog is available for adoption by appointment. To schedule a time to meet this dog, please email Petbehavior@arl-iowa.org. ---- Prefers to explore and do his own thing here in the shelter, but will likely open up more once he's in a home environment and has had time to decompress - Can be nervous around new people and things and is looking for someone who will treat him with understanding and take things at his pace until he feels comfortable - Recently went on a Dog's Day Out field trip: "Very sweet pup who LOVES truck rides. Has a lot of energy to keep going on walks, but will lay down and relax with you if needed." - Likes to stick his head out the window on car rides - Will like having durable toys he can chew on as much as he wants - Enjoys the occasional tummy rub - Knows sit and quickly learned shake - Prefers to eat his food in peace; looking for a teens-and-up home right now where everyone is old enough to understand this, and if he goes to a multi-pet home, this will also need to be managed - we're happy to talk with you about ways to work with him on this when you visit - Can be an introvert around other dogs and may prefer one-on-one interactions or smaller groups of dog friends; may enjoy a like-minded dog friend in his new home (dog intro recommended) This pet qualifies for our 7-day Foster-to-Adopt program. If you're interested in fostering to adopt, please reach out to meetme@arl-iowa.org.All adoptable dogs and puppies are spayed/neutered, microchipped and up to date on vaccinations (rabies and DA2PPV as appropriate for their age)The ARL's shelter software requires that we choose a primary breed for our dogs. Visual breed identification in dogs is unreliable, so for most dogs we are only guessing at primary breed. We get to know each dog as an individual and do our best to describe each of our dogs based on personality, not breed label. Primary Color: Brown Weight: 50 Age: 2yrs 2mths 0wks
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Tilly

Labrador Retriever Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Female, Adult
Des Moines, IA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
- Loves people and companionship - Tends to be a linebacker-type player with other dogs, which some dogs may not appreciate; will likely do best with a select group of rough-and-tumble dog friends with a similar play style (dog intro recommended) - Smart girl knows sit and likes squeaky toys- Loves to learn and has great focus - especially if you have treats - so would be a lot of fun to train - Loves going on walks and does best with a harness- Needs a home without catsThis pet qualifies for our 7-day Foster-to-Adopt program. If you're interested in fostering to adopt, please reach out to meetme@arl-iowa.org.The ARL's shelter software requires that we choose a primary breed for our dogs. Visual breed identification in dogs is unreliable, so for most dogs we are only guessing a primary breed. We get to know each dog as an individual and do our best to describe each of our dogs based on personality, not breed label. Primary Color: Black Brindle Secondary Color: White Weight: 58 Age: 2yrs 7mths 3wks
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Mowgli

Labrador Retriever

Male, Young
Des Moines, IA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
❤️Sometimes love is right in front of you ... and you just miss the connection. This dog is part of our Missed Connections club - a group of our most patient pups who've been waiting longer than others to find their soulmate. Take a closer look - they could be your perfect match! Adoption fee: $45. A lifetime of love: Priceless.❤️---- Really enjoys toys - Prefers to explore and do his own thing here in the shelter, but will likely open up more once he's in a home environment and has had time to decompress - Knows sit and shake and loves learning with treats - Does well on a leash - Can be nervous and some kids may be too much for him, so we'd recommend a more mature home - Can be socially awkward around other dogs and may prefer to be the only dog in his new home but could also enjoy a like-minded dog friend (dog intro required) - Needs a home with no cats or small animalsThis pet qualifies for our 7-day Foster-to-Adopt program. If you're interested in fostering to adopt, please reach out to meetme@arl-iowa.org.The ARL's shelter software requires that we choose a primary breed for our dogs. Visual breed identification in dogs is unreliable, so for most dogs we are only guessing at primary breed. We get to know each dog as an individual and do our best to describe each of our dogs based on personality, not breed label. Primary Color: Brown Weight: 56.5 Age: 1yrs 5mths 0wks

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Labrador Retriever shelters & rescues in Ames, Iowa

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Ames Animal Shelter

325 Billy Sunday Road, Ames, IA 50010

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs, rabbits, reptiles, small animals

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26.8 miles

Animal Rescue League of Iowa Inc.

5452 NE 22nd St, Des Moines, IA 50313

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs, farm animals, horses, rabbits, reptiles, small animals

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29.9 miles

God's Dogs Rescue of TX for IA Transport Stop

Clive, IA 50325

Pet Types: dogs

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29.9 miles

Polk County Humane Society (in Missouri) - Iowa Transport

11101 University Ave Ste B, Clive, IA 50325

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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31.4 miles

Furry Friends Refuge

3505 Mills Civic Parkway, West Des Moines, IA 50265

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs, rabbits, reptiles, small animals

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35.9 miles

Animal Rescue League of Marshalltown

1921 Taylor Avenue, Marshalltown, IA 50158

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs

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40.9 miles

AHeinz57 Pet Rescue & Transport, Inc.

109 Guthrie, P.O. Box 188, DeSoto, IA 50069

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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42.9 miles

Almost Home Humane Society of North Central Iowa

725 S. 32nd Street, Fort Dodge, IA 50501

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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49.5 miles

Forever Home Dog Rescue

PO Box 33, Indianola, IA 50125

Pet Types: dogs

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