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Labrador Retriever

Diva

Adult·Female·Large

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About Diva

Diva is a playful, affectionate, and outgoing 1-year-old Lab mix, weighing around 35 pounds. She's a bundle of energy with a tail that's always wagging, ready for adventure or a good cuddle. Diva adores running and playing, especially with other dogs who can keep up with her zest for life. She walks politely on leash and is curious about cats, though she's happy to mostly ignore them unless there's food involved! While she hasn't lived with children, her foster believes she'd do well with kids who can handle her enthusiasm and protect their snacks. Diva is crate-trained and eager to learn, especially with her food motivation, but she should be fed separately to avoid any snack skirmishes with other pets. She shares her toys well and greets new people with friendly excitement. Diva is still getting used to car rides, so longer trips will require some patience and positive experiences. One of her most endearing quirks is her vocal "howling" when corrected, as if she's having a charming debate!

Ideal Home

Diva would thrive in a home where someone is present most of the time to provide her with structure, love, and activity. She'll need regular walks and plenty of playtime. She would do best with another dog who shares her active spirit.

Ongoing Health

Diva is spayed and up-to-date on vaccinations.

Training & Support

Diva is crate-trained and food-motivated, making her eager to learn. She needs to be fed separately from other pets to prevent her from trying to eat their food. She is vocal when corrected, which can be an endearing quirk requiring patient understanding. She is still building comfort with car rides.

Application Details:

  • Applications start by contacting us through Wags.
  • If you are not able to accept a dog until a specific time period, please apply at that time.
  • We are a volunteer-run rescue and ask that you are serious about moving forward in our adoption process.
  • Ensure all decision-makers in your household are on board before applying.
  • Adoption Fee: $475

Transporation

Diva is being fostered in Houston, TX, and can be transported out of state once matched with an approved adopter through rescue-arranged transport. Transports run every few weeks.

Gets along with

Kids, Dogs, Cats

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MismatchGreat fit

What to expect

Estimated

Typical costs and care for a Labrador Retriever.

Typical cost to care

$1,840$2,200 /yr

$168/mo

Energy

High

Grooming

Weekly brush

Shedding

Moderate

Health risk

Moderate

Lifespan

11–13 yrs

Know the breed

Labrador Retriever

Exercise

60 min/day, Moderate activity

Trainability

Very trainable

Experience

First-time friendly

Living space

Condo, House, Acreage

Shedding

Moderate

Lifespan

10-12 years

Meet the shelter

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Location & pick up

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Frequently asked questions

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$475