Labrador Retriever / Mixed (short coat) : : Male (neutered) : : Young : : Large Learn more about the Labrador Retriever.
10/13/2024 I've been in my foster home for three weeks. You know in the application LEARN mentions that it can take time for us to get comfortable and acclimate? That's true. I am really starting to get comfortable and follow routines. I am learning manners like to sit when I get fed, sit when I get a treat, sit when I am getting more water. I am taking treats gently (if you remind me). I don't have any guarding behavior with food or toys. I still like chewing and I have figured out that if you work at it hard enough you can get those squeaky toys to stop squeaking. I work really hard at getting the squeaker out and the stuffing too. I got my first squeaker out today and even though my foster mom is trying to teach me to "leave it" I really, really don't want to leave it. But I will let you take it from my mouth without any issue. I am still trying to get my foster people to understand my communication. Sometimes they get it and sometimes they don't. If I toss my water bowl, it's because it's empty and I am thirsty. If I walk into the room and then walk out of the room, I am telling them that I want to go out potty. They still have me using a belly band because sometimes I don't give them enough warning, but I am doing so much better. I understand the word "potty" and when they ask if I want to go potty, I go right to the back door. As long as I am not distracted, I will go potty right away. Sometimes reminding me why we are outside is helpful. I still sleep in the crate at night. It doesn't bother me at all. My foster people toss a couple of treats into the crate, and I go right in and settle down, as long as everyone else goes to bed too. I don't like hearing/seeing that other people are still awake if I have to go to sleep. My bedtime is around 10:00 but I often fall asleep before then. You will see in my picture that I have just discovered the couch. I am snuggled up next to my foster dad. He falls asleep on the couch too. So yeah. I just wanted to take some time to let you know that I am still available and how well I am doing. I am a sweet, sweet boy (I give great kisses) and I am smart. I will make a great a pet to a very deserving family. 10/9/2024 So, guess what?? I went to doggie daycare today!!! I was given an assessment and passed with FLYING COLORS!! I knew I was a good boy. I interacted with new people and new dogs. I had a few dogs that they say were my best friends today: Pippin, Josette, Beau, Reese, Arnie, Sadie and Owen. I played with them all and I played nicely. My favorite activities were wrestling with my friends, cuddling with the daycare attendant, cuddling with friends, playing tag, giving kisses, being a social butterfly, running laps and belly rubs/back scratches. The daycare attendants described me as being playful, happy, energetic and the life of the party (of course, you can see how handsome I am). I am going to go back to daycare tomorrow because it helps me with socialization and it helps expend my energy. Oh, one more thing. I rode in the car today without a kennel. I was in the back of the SUV and I did such a good job! I laid right down and only stood up one or two times when we stopped. I can jump in and out of the car all by myself. I'm not very big but my foster mom appreciated not having to pick me up. That's all for today. Have a nice night. I will be snoring very, very soon! 10/8/2024 - UPDATE - I'M READY TO FIND MY FOREVER HOME I had my neuter and that was pretty uneventful. It has been really tough being cooped up, but I haven't bothered my sutures at all. I am sweet boy who needs someone active and attentive. I have a lot of energy and need an outlet to expend that energy, or I will chew on things. Even things I am not supposed to chew on. I like to play ball, and I love when my people stuff my Kong. It keeps my mind and body engaged and that helps. So does tug. Anything that allows me to exercise my jaw helps keep me from chewing things I shouldn't chew. I can't help it. I'm a puppy and I'm still learning. I sleep in my kennel all night. I settle in quietly but usually need to be let out once during the night because I can't quite hold it all night yet. But I am quick to take care of business and go right back to sleep in my kennel. Potty training is still a work in progress. I wear a belly band during the day when I have access to the living room (carpet). I don't ask to go out potty, but I do have behaviors that tell you I have to go potty as long as you are paying attention. I know to go potty outside and praise helps. I want to be a good boy, and I like being told that I am a good boy. If you are looking for a very young, active, sweet, goofy boy who can be the center of your attention, then look no further. I am just the guy for you!
Neuter Scheduled 10/4/2024
More about HulkGood with Dogs, Good with Adults, Somewhat vocal, Does Good in the Car, Does not require a yard, Cratetrained, Plays fetch, Likes to play with toys, Playful, Affectionate, Eager To Please, Intelligent, Even-tempered, Goofy Other Pictures of Hulk (click to see larger version):
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