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11/9/2014 7:01 PM
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Labrador Retriever / Mixed (short coat) : : Male (neutered) : : Adult : : Large Learn more about the Labrador Retriever.
Age: 3 Years (as of 11/19/2020)
Weight: 61.2 lbs (as of 11/19/2020)
Location: RI
This dog has been spayed/neutered, is up to date on shots, on heartworm preventative and is microchipped. Indy is very sweet, affectionate and super exuberant! He gets rowdy and jumps up out of pure excitement. He is affection motivated, however, and smart so should quickly learn manners with patience and consistency, although at least initially, he would not be a good fit for a home with most small nor timid children. He is house trained, needs a bit more work on leash (he tends to pull), but has not been crate trained. Obedience classes will be essential in helping him learn to curb his rowdiness and greet people appropriately - and it's fun! He gets along with his current foster's female dog, but not so much with an intact male dog who visits on weekends. Kitty cats and other small animals are an unknown. Usually quiet, he will bark an alert if he thinks the situation warrants it.
A couple in their eighties had Indy since he was a puppy. He disappeared for about a month and when he came home, he'd been shot in the right eye (apparently this was the second incident where he'd been shot in the face). His eye was removed (enucleated) and is currently healing well. Complications are not expected, but because it was a traumatic injury, we cannot be 100-percent sure. We are totally sure that it hasn't damped his exuberance any! If you'd love to add a bit of verve to your household, fill out an application today! Indy's people will be in touch!
Medical Note: This dog tested positive for exposure to ehrlichia while in SOS foster care. This does not mean that this dog had ehrlichia. This dog is/has been asymptomatic while in SOS care and was preventatively treated with a 28-day course of doxycycline. Please see here for more information on ehrlichia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ehrlichiosis_(canine). Please check with your vet if you should have any questions or concerns about this condition, and discuss any concerns you may have with your SOS Adoption Counselor.
Medical Note: This dog was treated for demodectic mange while in the SOS program. The dog has responded well to this treatment. Please note that demodex can flare up in any dog in times of stress (e.g., transport, transition to a new home, change in food, etc). As such, the adopter is advised to discuss this condition and best next steps with their veterinarian. SOS recommends that dogs with a history of demodectic mange be kept on regular NexGard or Bravecto for flea/tick prevention for at least 3 months or until 18 months of age. Please see here for more information on demodectic mange: http://www.vcahospitals.com/main/pet-health-information/article/animal-health/mange-demodectic-in-dogs/741. Please check with your vet if you should have any questions or concerns about this condition, and discuss any concerns you may have with your SOS Adoption Counselor.
Adoption Fee: $585
To apply for this dog, fill out an adoption application on our website: www.sosarl.org/aa/
**Additional info you should know - For most of our dogs, we are only guessing at predominant breed or breed mix. We get to know each of our dogs as an individual and do our best to describe and place them based on personality not breed label. Some dogs may not yet be in New England, nor ready for immediate adoption. There may be additional vetting, quarantine, waiting periods and/or fees depending upon your state of residence. If you have questions or concerns on any of this, you can discuss this with your Adoption Counselor. More about Indy *LOCAL*Good with Dogs, Good with Kids, Good with Adults, Somewhat vocal, Does Good in the Car, Does not require a yard, Likes to be in your lap, Obedient, Playful, Affectionate, Eager To Please, Intelligent
As a first step in the adoption process, we ask that you fill out an online application.
Click Here for Our Adoption Application.
Once we receive this, one of our Adoption Coordinators will be contacting you for review. We are an all-volunteer organization. We do try to respond to each inquiry within 48 hours.
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