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Labrador Retriever

Chisel

Senior·Male·Large

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About Chisel

Meet Chisel! This seasoned gentleman is a fierce protector of the people he loves. He’s got that old-school, no-nonsense personality and takes his job seriously. While loyal to the core, Chisel prefers a quiet life and would absolutely rather be a stray than a babysitter — kids just aren’t his thing. He’s looking for an adult home that respects his space and appreciates a dog with a little grit and a lot of heart. Chisel isn’t flashy. He isn’t looking for chaos. He’s looking for peace, quiet, loyalty, and a home where he can stand guard and then settle in beside his person at the end of the day. If you’re searching for a steady, protective companion with a little cranky charm and a whole lot of devotion, Chisel might just be your guy.

Ideal Home

Chisel would thrive with a working-class family where he can spend his days lounging around the property, keeping an eye on things, maybe scaring off a few birds, deer, or even giving the mailman a good “announcement bark.” When the day winds down, all he really wants is a peaceful evening, a steady routine, and a few classic pats from his favorite people. Chisel is looking for an adult-only home.

Ongoing Health

No specific health concerns are mentioned.

Training & Support

This older boy is trained and housebroken. He knows his “sit,” “shake,” and “lay down” — though in true old-man fashion, he believes work should come with fair compensation. If a reward is visible, he’s happy to clock in.

Application Details:

  • Applications start by contacting us through Wags.

Transportation

Chisel is available for adoption in VA, PA, CT, VT, NY, UT, ID, OR, TX, TN & KY, IL, IN, WA, & OH. We offer custom transports when needed. Our dogs and cats are brought to you in transport buses, equipped with air conditioning for comfort, two drivers, and 2 onboard attendants providing 24 hour care. Pick up day is unforgettable! You will get to follow along on their journey through a private FB Event page, where you will see photos, have the opportunity to connect with other adopters, and receive updates and constant communication along the way. Our Adoption Coordinator will help to find the closest transport pick up location to you! The transportation fee ranges $150-500 for those being transported and is $75 for those being picked up at our Angleton, Tx location. It covers the cost of transport and includes all vetting: DAPP, Bordetella, Rabies vaccine, FVCRP vaccine, spay/neuter, flea prevention, heartworm testing and prevention, micro-chipping, a collar, and many years of laughs and love to come!

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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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