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Hello! My name is

Buddy

Male • 61 lbs
Status Available to Adopt
  • Breed Yellow Labrador Retriever
  • Age 6yrs 5mos
  • Location At Shelter
  • Color Tan and White
  • Foster Eligible Yes
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Come meet me 12:00 - 5:00pm Friday, Saturday and Sunday at 39701 Goodpuppy Ln, Aldie, VA 20105. Appointment preferred, but not required.

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Meet Buddy

ABOUT THIS ANIMAL:
Hi, I’m Buddy — and yes, I really live up to my name! I’m a loving, loyal companion who’s built a solid fan club at FOHA thanks to my affectionate personality, playful spirit, and smart mind. I love giving hugs and kisses, know several commands, and am great on leash. After a fun session of fetch or pushing around my jolly ball, I’m more than ready to curl up next to you for a well-deserved nap.

I’m also pretty polite — I don’t bark much, have great house manners, and even handle bath time like a pro. I’m looking for a calm, adult-only home with someone who understands dog behavior and is committed to continuing the positive reinforcement training I’ve already started. I can be protective of my people, especially on leash or when strangers visit, so a quieter home without frequent guests is ideal.

A fenced-in yard would be the dream — that’s where I shine with my favorite games and zoomies. I do best as the only pet in the home.

HOW AM I WITH DOGS:
Dog-selective. I prefer to be your one-and-only but may be OK with the right calm, non-reactive match. FOHA can discuss this further.

HOW AM I WITH CATS:
No cats, please.

HOW AM I WITH KIDS:
No kids — I’m looking for an adult-only home where I can feel safe and understood.

I KNOW THE FOLLOWING COMMANDS:
I know my name, “sit,” and “catch” — and I’m eager to keep learning!

MY HOUSEBREAKING AND/OR CRATING:
I have great house manners and am calm indoors. I don’t bark much, and I’ll patiently keep you company in the kitchen.

THINGS I LIKE:
Fetch, jolly balls, leash walks, a quiet home, affection from people I know and trust, and relaxing near my favorite humans.

THINGS I DISLIKE:
Strangers entering my space, busy homes, and cats.

FOHA ADOPTION POLICIES AND PROCESS:
https://foha.org/pet-adoption/adoption-policies/

ADOPTION FEE INCLUDES:
Spay/neuter, vaccines (rabies, distemper & Bordetella), 1-month access to Petcademy for training and behavior support, slip lead leash, 1 bag starter food, 1 month flea/tick & heartworm preventatives, diagnostic testing, and additional medical procedures as recommended by our vet.

One of my very favorite volunteers even made this awesome video about me!