Zezel / Charlie
Male Young Labrador Retriever (mixed) 35 lbs Medium
General Notes | If you are looking for a dog that will love you endlessly and brighten your every day, Charlie is that dog. He is a gent...
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General Notes | If you are looking for a dog that will love you endlessly and brighten your every day, Charlie is that dog. He is a gentle, easygoing dog who seems to understand how special his second chance at life is. Sweet, calm, and affectionate, he loves nothing more than being near his person, whether cuddling or simply resting close by. Charlie has a rare mix of playful energy and peaceful presence that makes every moment with him feel special. Want to adopt this dog? Please do not email us. Please fill out the Adoption Application ASAP. Personality | Timid at first, Charlie warms up quickly and shows his affectionate, playful side once he feels safe. He thrives on connection and loves to please. Food is his love language, making training enjoyable for him. Loyal and calm, with a spark of curiosity. He's also small for a lab at only 35 lbs and would make the perfect pal for someone looking for a smaller sized lab! Story | Charlie’s journey began on a narrow, brush-covered peninsula along the Oso Bay in Corpus Christi, Texas where he was abandoned and alone until his finder spotted him while fishing. With patience, food, and gentle reassurance, she was able to gain his trust and bring him home with her. Charlie has repaid her ever since with devotion and love. She has loved every moment with Charlie, but with her older dogs needing most of her attention, she knows the greatest gift she can give him is a forever home where he can truly be cherished. Safe at last, Charlie is discovering the joy of trust and the comfort of home, letting his playful, loving personality shine through. Other Dogs | Charlie has adapted beautifully to living with two older dogs. Respectful and gentle, he waits for an invitation to play, but once welcomed, he joins in enthusiastically and with great manners. Cats | Charlie has not yet been cat-tested. Children | Charlie has shown he’s wonderful with kids. He met his finder’s 5-year-old godson and was gentle, sweet, and calm. He would thrive in a home with kind, respectful children who would love him as much as he loves them. Training | Young and eager, Charlie has taken to training quickly. He is potty trained and making great progress with crate training, Charlie will choose his crate for naps and will also go in willingly when it’s time to leave, especially with a treat. While he can get a little nervous when left alone, he’s improving every day and learning to feel secure. His willingness to learn and his food motivation make him an excellent student. Leash | Charlie loves exploring the world on walks. He walks politely on leash without pulling, though he sometimes gets a little tangled as he likes to stay very close to his person. In safe off-leash areas, he does beautifully. He is always checking in and coming back reliably when called. Activity Level | Moderate. Charlie enjoys bursts of playful puppy energy but overall is calm, easygoing, and content to relax with his people. Health Notes | Thank you! | Adoption Donations | Our adoption donations are $475 for dogs 8 weeks to 1 year, $425 for 1-6 years, $375 for dogs 7-10 years, and $250 for 11+ years of age. Purebred dogs regardless of age are $525. These minimum donations help to defer the costs of initial vet care, food, and supplies while in foster care that currently average over $700 per dog). Meeting Dogs | Foster dogs may have meet & greets by appointment to approved applicants only. To become an approved applicant - please complete the application process. Please know | Available dogs are updated as soon as possible and we do our best to keep it up-to-date, but occasionally dogs shown may become unavailable without notice due to a pending adoption. We encourage you to put in an application even if you don't see your new family member currently, as once you are approved, we can place you on the waiting list for first priority on the selection of the dogs we do bring in. That means you can often meet a dog upon transport arrival and adopt before they even make it to this page! We can not guarantee that a dog you wish to adopt is available by the time your adoption application is submitted, processed, and approved. Your application is good for one year from the date of applying for any dog as long as it is a good fit for your family and your lifestyle.
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