Roxy #4373

Hi my name is Roxy (#4373).  I am a 74- pound, 6-year old Chocolate Labrador Retriever who has been in foster care for a few short months and am looking for my fur-ever family.

I am told I have a lot of energy for my age so am looking for lots of fun and activities.  I love playing with a frisbee and fetching a ball.  Sometimes I am reluctant to “drop it” after I bring it back to you, but that’s because I’m hoping it will turn into a fun game of chase or tug-of-war.

Although I am full of life, I can cuddle like the best of them.  The best snuggles and pets come when I am practically sitting in my human’s lap and/or resting my head on their leg (this is my favorite spot at the end of the day).  I like to be close to my human but am content to lounge nearby, snooze in a sunny spot and respect boundaries like “dogs out of the kitchen” during meal prep.

I know verbal commands like sit, gentle, back, lay-down and will retreat to my bed when asked.  I sometimes can do “shake” but not consistently.  When my meals are served I wait to be told it’s “okay” before I start to eat.

I am a lovable girl who would prefer to be your one-and-only pup so I can soak up all the attention.  I have a tendency to want to be first at everything (food, toys, attention) and always have to have the last word.   I have lived with another dog in the past, but I didn’t like to share.  Don’t think I’ve ever lived with a cat.

I love my walks around the neighborhood.  I get so happy when my leash and harness come out.  Since I am a Covid baby and didn’t get many opportunities to socialize, I am very reactive when meeting other dogs – barking and lunging in a threatening manner.  But I am actively working on this (those treats are so distracting I sometimes forget about the other dogs walking by).  I also perk up when I see birds, squirrels and/or cats while on my leash so you need a tight grip.

I tend to be a talker (alert barking).  I like to bark when people come to the door but I love humans of all ages after a quick sniff test.  The more humans the more attention and playmates there are.

Because I am a talker, I would do best in a suburban or rural environment versus a city.  I would not do well in an apartment with shared walls (been there, done that!).

I am well behaved in the house.  I can be left free roaming when you’re gone and not get into any trouble, unless you leave the garbage can out then all bets are off.  I sleep quietly all night at the foot of your bed and greet you happily in the morning (sometimes I will even give you kisses in bed to wake you up).

I am also working to drop a couple of pounds. (You know those few pounds gained over the holidays or when you’re stressed??  My foster mom has introduced several yummy fruits and vegetables along with my kibbles.  I really, really like food but my favorites are sweet potatoes, carrots, apples and green beans.

I really hope you can see how much fun we could/would have together.  If you give me the opportunity, I know I will love you with all my heart and will do everything in my power to be the best loyal companion ever.

Adoption fee: $500 plus $35 microchip fee