Ricky is the best, honestly. He's a really great dog. He's super high energy and loves to exercise or fetch the ball. He's great with other dogs. Great with kids. Good with cats. Good with all people pretty much. He's playful and fun. Loves a pack. Loves the snow and chasing leaves.
Pet's Name:
Ricky
Dog: Primary Breed:
Labrador Retriever
Birthdate (an estimate is okay):
11/18/2023
Age Category:
Adult
Where did you get your pet?:
Second Chance Animal Shelter Ridgway
Adoption Day (when did you adopt your pet? An estimate is okay.):
2/16/2024
Gender:
Male
Size (at full-grown):
Large
Weight (in pounds, at full-grown size):
80
Primary Color:
Black (Mostly)
What are your pet's favorite toys and activities?:
Squeaky balls, chasing leaves, rolling in the snow
Has your dog received any formal obedience training?:
Yes
What commands does your dog know?:
Sit, lay down, stay, come, heel, this way, let's go, leave it, drop it
How does your dog react to being left alone for short periods?:
He's not good at being left alone, he barks
Are there any specific triggers that cause your dog anxiety or stress?:
Being left alone
Is there a daily routine that works well for your dog (feeding, walking, sleep)?:
He sleeps in his crate, likes to eat outside, needs tons of exercise
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?:
Some allergies
Has your dog ever shown any challenging behaviors, such as biting a person or another pet? If so, please share some context.:
No
How often does your dog require grooming (e.g., bathing, brushing, trimming)? :
every couple of weeks
Does your dog have a dental care routine (e.g., brushing, chews, professional cleanings)?:
no
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
How is your dog with other dogs?:
Very friendly: Loves meeting and playing with other dogs.
How is your dog with cats?:
Neutral: Doesn't mind cats but doesn't interact much with them.
What's the most endearing thing about your dog?:
He's adorable. His chasing leaves is really cute. He's super fuzzy too like a giant teddy bear.
What criteria are important to you when considering an adoptive family or home for your pet?:
That they can exercise him a lot and take time to train him
Is there anything else you'd like your pet's new family to know?:
He eats poop sometimes which is a bad behavior and can trigger his allergies
Why are you rehoming your pet (primary reason)?:
Housing is Inadequate for Pet
Details about rehoming reason (if needed):
I live in a studio apartment and work all the time, it's really hard to get Ricky enough exercise. I feel like he would so much rather be with a family, another dog, or someone who's outside a lot more than I am. I feel badly everyday that he doesn't get the play time and attention that he deserves.
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?:
VCA South Broadway in Boulder, CO
What do you feed your pet, and does he/she have any feeding quirks or preferences?:
Allergic to poultry. I feed him raw as much as I can, beef, lamb, venison. He also eats raw coated beef kibble, honest kitchen beef not-kibble dry food, and rawible beef or lamb
Do you currently have pet insurance?:
No
Would you consider a long-distance adoption?:
Yes
No
Maybe
City, State:
Boulder, CO
Zip Code:
80303
How did you hear about us?:
Google Search
Service Level:
Courtesy Listing: Self-Managed (Free)