HOMER SIMP *LOCAL* - LABRADOR RETRIEVER / SHEPHERD / MIXED (MEDIUM COAT) DOG FOR ADOPTION

Description

Dog Breed: Labrador Retriever / Shepherd / Mixed (medium coat). Adoption Fee: $685. To apply to adopt this dog now, complete our adoption application HERE To see our upcoming events where you can meet some of our dogs, please see HERE Age: 4 months (as of 7/3/26) Weight: 32 lbs. as of 7/25/26 Location: RI This dog has been spayed/neutered, is up to date on shots, on heartworm preventative and is microchipped. Doh! Little Homer Simp stops people in their tracks — a glossy black coat, bright expressive eyes, and a joyful little puppy face that truly smiles at the world. Homer is outgoing, energetic, and eager to please. He enjoys meeting new people of all shapes and sizes, playing with robust happy-go-lucky large dogs, and training. He loves toys as well as exploring, and settles beautifully once he’s had his fun. Indoors, he’s polite and curious; outdoors, he’s a happy little adventurer. He’s calm in the car (even a convertible with the top down!), clean/quiet in his crate, and making great progress towards house training on a predictable and frequent schedule. Homer is very engaging with humans and has never met a stranger! He also loves play time with other large, goofy dogs, and does well in playgroups of dogs like this. Homer's perfect dog-match in his new home would probably be a large dog(s) who is goofy, not territorial, able to correct a young and obnoxious puppy fairly, and not a resource guarder or one who overreacts. Small, submissive and non-playful dogs would not find Homer endearing. Homer is living with a cat and doing well, and he could also thrive as an only dog with all of your attention! Homer needs an attentive person/family who is familiar with dog behavior and committed to any necessary training, including continuing to guide him through the basics of housetraining, leash walking, and manners, as well as continued socialization with humans, the world and other dogs. Homer has the temperament, intelligence, and eagerness that will make his life journey not only enjoyable but also extremely rewarding for the right adopter. Does Homer sound like the co-pilot you have been looking for? Homer's Backstory: Homer and his sister Maggie came from a rural property where the two puppies had been abandoned. Despite that rough start, both pups have shown nothing but confidence, resilience, and a natural trust in people. They were raised in an active rural foster home with 10 acres, adults, kids, and other well balanced dogs, giving them a strong foundation in social skills, lots of exercise, and daily routine. They are now transitioning to more urban/suburban living and doing well as long they get their daily exercise. An adoption donation is required for each adoption; please see HERE for more information about this. To apply for this dog, fill out an adoption application on our website: Adoption Application - SOS Animal Rescue League in Rhode Island (sosarl) **Additional info you should know - For most of our dogs, we are only guessing at predominant breed or breed mix. We get to know each of our dogs as an individual and do our best to describe and place them based on personality not breed label. Some dogs may not yet be in New England, nor ready for immediate adoption. There may be additional vetting, quarantine, waiting periods and/or fees depending upon your state of residence. If you have questions or concerns on any of this, you can discuss this with your Adoption Counselor.

• Physical Attributes

  Coat Length:	Medium
  Grooming Needs:	Moderate
  Likes to Vocalize:	Some
  Altered	Yes

• Behavioral Characteristics

  OK with Kids:	Yes
  OK with Dogs:	Yes
  OK with Cats:	Yes
  Energy Level:	Moderate
  Activity Level:	Highly Active
  Exercise Needs:	High
  Fence Required:	Not Required
  Obedience Training:	Needs Training
  Other:	Crate Trained Good in a Car Likes to Play with Toys Likes to Be in Your Lap

• Personality

  Personality Characteristics

  Playful Affectionate Eager to Please Intelligent Even-Tempered Goofy

• Additional Information

  Was the Dog Found

  No