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Walker

APA-A-121531

Looks Like
Retriever, Labrador / Mix

Sex
Male

Current Weight
71 lbs

Estimated Age
9 Years
10 Months

Location
Foster

Adoption Fee
$0
Looks Like
Retriever, Labrador / Mix
Sex
Male
Current Weight
71 lbs
Estimated Age
9 Years
10 Months
Location
Foster
Adoption Fee
$0

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Walker is a goofy and silly senior with an unmatched love for stuffies! This low energy boy is happy to spend his days napping, looking out the window for the postal carrier, and rolling in the grass. Equally happy entertaining himself alone or hanging out with his people, Walker has no issues being left alone all day to free roam. Fully housetrained and with no anxious or destructive behaviors, he's ready to slide into your life with ease!

Even though he's content resting most of the time, he's super excited to show off his stuffy collection! Ask Walker, "Where's your stuffie? and watch as he runs to pick one from his pile and brings it over to show it off, hoping you'll try to take it (but really hoping you'll let him win!). Despite his playful growls and loud, excitable barking welcoming you home, Walker is quite gentle, especially when it comes to taking treats, which he takes very delicately using his tiny front teeth. He's also happy to earn treats by showing off his skills with sitting and shaking.

Walker has mild arthritis in his back which is managed with daily medication that he takes without protest. Because of his back pain, it's important that everyone in the household respect his space when he's having bad pain days. No children for this distinguished gentleman, but he gets along well with other dogs who can respect his occasional need for space. Walker is happy to do a meet and greet to find out if he'll get along with any dogs you may currently have.

If you're looking for an easy and affectionate companion, look no further than this handsome boy! You can find more photos and funny stories about Walker on his Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100095288003213
Come meet your new best friend

Requirements

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Please plan on allowing adequate time to be matched with a dog, have relevant consultations, and complete all necessary paperwork. This can take 1-2 hours in total.

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Fill out our adoption application and meet with an adoption counselor.

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You must be at least 18 years of age.

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You must show a picture ID with a current address. If this isn't available, we will accept a picture ID with a current utility bill.

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An APA!-conducted meet-and-greet with current household dogs is recommended for most and required for some adult dogs.

Our adoption fee varies per dog depending on age, breed, and/or medical condition(s). This fee includes:

Spay or neuter surgery (Please note that an additional $100 refundable deposit is required for all dogs who are not yet spayed or neutered.)

Heartworm test on dogs 6 months and older

Current vaccinations

Deworming treatment

Microchip

Lifetime behavior support

Accepted forms of payment include cash, debit or credit card, or money order payable to Austin Pets Alive!.

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