Addie is a beautiful chocolate Chesapeake Bay Retriever mix with shiny curls, expressive eyebrows, and a big, happy smile. She loves retrieving toys, balls, and treats, going for walks, relaxing with her people, and receiving belly rubs and chin scratches. She is sweet, quiet, polite, patient, and gently asks for attention with her paw.

Ideal Home

Addie is good with dogs, including small dogs, and is great with children. She enjoys the beach, chasing and catching balls or treats, and walking along the waterline, though she does not swim. She is comfortable in the car and enjoys looking out the front window. She is sensitive to having her ears touched and to blow dryers near her ears.

Ongoing Health

Addie has no known food sensitivities and shows no resource guarding around food, treats, or water. She is spayed and vaccinated.

Training & Support

Addie knows commands including “out,” “come,” “that side,” “this side,” “up,” and “down,” and understands “no bark.” She is learning to heel and responds well to a slight leash correction and a “sit” prompt when pulling. She walks on a loose leash on the way home and may need continued support with leash manners. She enjoys brushing and grooming, is patient at self-serve dog washes, and is not afraid of vacuum cleaners or garden hoses. She prefers to stay indoors during fireworks.

Addie settled in with her foster’s 6-year-old male Labrador after about four days, with managed introductions and time to establish boundaries. Once comfortable, she is a sweet and kind companion.

Transportation

No transportation options are specified.