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Labrador Retriever puppies and dogs in Ames, Iowa

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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,
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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) 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 1mths 2wks
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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
- 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 - Might enjoy a like-minded dog friend in his new home - 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 4mths 1wks
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Maple

Labrador Retriever

Female, Young
Des Moines, IA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Primary Color: Tan Weight: 40 Age: 1yrs 0mths 1wks
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Keegan

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 meetme@arl-iowa.org.---- A cuddle bug once he has had time to warm up - Will do anything for food and treats - it's the fastest way to make friends with him - Loves scratching his back on grass and carpet and rolls over and wiggles around like a cutie - Can curl into the most perfect circle just like a cat - Knows sit and likes treats - Enjoys walks and chewing on antlers- Sometimes when he's sleeping he won't want to actually wake up and get up, but you can tell he's listening from the thump of his tail wagging - Has had no potty accidents in his foster home; just remember that any dog may need time to get used to a new routine- Not a fan of loud noises or thunderstorms - Can be nervous outside his home, particularly with energetic or fast-moving children or strangers; looking for a home with more mature family members who can help him build confidence and learn to socialize with people outside his circle - Enjoys like-minded dog friends and did great with the dog in his foster home; also participated in dog play groups here at the shelter and can adapt to several different play styles; seems to warm up best when there's another dog present to take cues from, and we think he'll do best if he has a dog friend in his new homeThe 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: Black Weight: 43 Age: 3yrs 3mths 0wks
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Olive

Labrador Retriever

Female, Young
Des Moines, IA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
- Prefers to explore and do her own thing here in the shelter, but will likely open up more once she's in a home environment and has had time to decompress - May need some time to warm up to new people, but once she knows you she likes to stick near you - Loves playing with toys and will bring them all back to you so you can throw them again; loves to play tug, and toys are a great way to bond with her! - Does best with a harness on walks - Looking for a teens-and-up home where everyone is old enough to enjoy her energy and help her build confidence - Can be socially awkward and tends to be a linebacker-type player with other dogs; will likely do best with a select group of rough-and-tumble dog friends with a similar play style (dog intro required) 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: Fawn Weight: 42 Age: 1yrs 8mths 0wks
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Bradley

Labrador Retriever

Male, Young
Des Moines, IA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
- Busy pup who loves to connect with people through play and other activities; will likely enjoy physical activity and mental challenges to keep their bodies and brains busy- Loves going on walks and does best with a harness- Smart boy knows sit- Loves to learn and has great focus - especially if you have treats - so would be a lot of fun to train Tends to be socially awkward with other dogs (dog intro recommended)- Shy pup who may need extra time to warm up to new people and things; will likely open up in a home environment with patience and time and may prefer a calm, quiet home- Young, noisy or busy children can be too much for them (mature home 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.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: Grey Weight: 61 Age: 1yrs 2mths 0wks

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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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48.5 miles

Poweshiek Animal League Shelter

4167 20th St, Grinnell, IA 50112

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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