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Posted over 4 years ago
| Updated over 3 years ago
I found a new home! Plenty of my friends are looking for one too. Check out other pets at this shelter, or start a new search.
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My basic info
Breed
Shiba Inu/Labrador Retriever
Color
Tan/Yellow/Fawn
Age
13 years 11 months old, Senior
Size
Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg) (when grown)
Weight
45 lbs (current)
Sex
Male
Pet ID
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My details
Good with kids
Good with dogs
Shots current
Spayed / Neutered
Housetrained
My story
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Here's what the humans have to say about me:
Every once in a while, a special pet comes along that gives more love than you can ever imagine. That is Dexter! This 9-11 year- old Lab/Shi Inu mix loves people, is dog-friendly and is a snuggle bug. Because he is blind (he can see some shadows), he loves being near his human—so if you are looking for a companion pet, he may be the perfect dog for you. Along with being house-trained, Dexter is crate trained at night. He loves to chew—but don’t worry! He only chews on deer/elk antlers and his toys…not yours! With his blindness, Dexter is looking for a family with older children, so he doesn’t accidentally knock them over. His best environment is a ranch-style home or one with baby gates on stairs. A fenced yard is best because once he knows his yard, he will love sniffing and exploring to his heart’s content. No swimming pools, please. He does require daily medicine, but he takes it like the champ that he is.
We hope you will open your heart and home to this wonderful and special dog. If you are interested, please complete the application at hsuc.org. His tail is wagging just thinking about his new family!