Marlon is a sweet and cuddly boy who loves to play, chase the ball, hike and snuggle.
Pet's Name:
Marlon
Dog: Primary Breed:
Labrador Retriever
Birthdate, estimate is okay:
9/21/21
Age Category:
Young
Where did you get your pet?:
From a shelter that brings dogs to Los Angeles from Baja Mexico
Adoption Day, when did you adopt your pet? An estimate is okay.:
April 19th 2022
Gender:
Male
Size (at full grown):
Large
Weight (in pounds) at full-grown size. Example: 35:
65
Primary Color:
Cream
What are your pet's favorite toys and activities?:
Balls, bones, ropes. He loves walks and to run in fields to chase the ball and to play hide-and-seen
Has your dog received any formal obedience training?:
No
What commands does your dog know?:
Sit, wait, lie down, down, go to bed (crate), gentle (when getting treats), paw (shake), come and up (to get in the car).
Has your dog ever exhibited any challenging behaviors, such as biting a person or another pet? If so, could you please share some details about the situation?:
He bit my partner’s brother in the jaw when he bent over him to meet him. He has growled at male visitors in our home and barked aggressively at some of our tenants on our property. He lunged at a man at a restaurant who also bent over him.
How does your dog react to being left alone for short periods?:
Well! He has been able to stay inside by himself for periods of 6 hours at the most
Are there any specific triggers that cause your dog anxiety or stress?:
I think unknown men in his space (our home is small) and feels like he has to protect us. He is also proprietary with other dogs around resources like food and water.
Is there a particular routine that works best for your dog in terms of feeding, walking, and sleep?:
Fed morning and evening with treats for good behavior. He is crate trained and sleeps in his crate with the door open. Best case scenario he needs a good walk or ball chase in the morning.
Medical History and Care:
Vaccinations up to date
Spayed or Neutered
House/Litter-Trained
Microchipped
Special Diet
Special Needs
Never Vetted
Unknown
Does your pet have any history of health issues or medical conditions that potential adopters should be aware of?:
None
Personality:
Playful
Constant Companion
High Energy
Medium Energy
Low Energy
Stubborn
Timid
Needs Training
Friendly to Strangers
Good with Other Dogs
Good with Young Children
Good with Cats
Bonded Pair
Requires A Fenced Yard
Crate Trained
Purebred
What's the most endearing thing about your dog?:
He is a real cuddler. He likes to be held and snuggled and stroked. He loves to swim in lakes or the ocean and adores being outdoors. He’s curious, intelligent and affectionate (but not a licker).
What criteria are important to you when considering an adoptive family or home for your pet?:
Outdoor space and someone dedicated to managing any issues that come up. He definitely does best when he’s been active.
Is there anything else you'd like your pet's new family to know?:
He is loyal and protective, fun and goofy.
Why are you rehoming your pet (primary reason)?:
Personal Problems
Rehoming reason details (if necessary):
We feel we cannot continue to manage the potential aggression issues as we have tenants in our property.
If applicable, do you have the legal right or necessary permission from the breeder or rescue organization to rehome this pet? :
Not Applicable
Yes
How long will you be able to keep your pet before you may need to consider surrendering him or her to a rescue?:
Not an option, my pet will stay with me for as long as it takes
Who is your veterinarian?:
Altadena Pet hospital
What do you feed your pet?:
We alternate between Taste the Wild dry food and homemade wet food (brown rice, peas, carrots and ground turkey)
Do you have pet insurance for your pet? :
Yes
Would you consider a long distance adoption?:
Yes
No
Maybe
City, State:
Los Angeles California
Zip Code:
90032
How did you hear about us?:
Google Search
Service Level:
No-Cost Option: Basic Listing Service