SUMMER - LABRADOR RETRIEVER / RAT TERRIER / MIXED (MEDIUM COAT) DOG FOR ADOPTION
Rosenberg, TX, 77471, USA
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SUMMER - LABRADOR RETRIEVER / RAT TERRIER / MIXED (MEDIUM COAT) DOG FOR ADOPTION
Lab-Rat Terrier Dogs For Adoption in Rosenberg, TX, USA
For Adoption
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Nickname:
SUMMER
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Breed
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Gender
Female
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Age
Adult
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Location
Rosenberg, TX, 77471 USAUSA
Description
Dog Breed: Labrador Retriever / Rat Terrier / Mixed (medium coat). Looking for a little sunshine in your life? Meet Summer! Summer is an adorable 3YO lab/rat terrier mix who is hoping to charm you with her calm demeaner (and of course her adorable face!) At only 26 pounds, Summer is the perfect small-medium size that could fit in to just about any household. She's an absolute lady on the leash, though she may need some encouragement from time to time when she encounters something scary and new. This pint-sized pup just wants to be by your side. Summer is a lower energy girl who comes when called, and is happy to follow you around like a shadow, just waiting to be pet. When she's not soaking up all the love she can get, Summer is happy to entertain herself with a good sniff and a romp around the yard. Summer is also dog friendly and has done well in shelter play groups! Seasons may come and go, but this one is here to stay! Interested in making Summer a permanent part of your family? Stop by the shelter today to meet this wonderful girl!
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Physical Attributes
Coat Length: Medium -
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Organization name
Fort Bend County Animal Services
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Location:
Rosenberg, Texas, 77471 USAUSA
Breed overview
Overview:
The Lab-Rat Terrier is a fascinating designer breed resulting from the cross between a Labrador Retriever and a Rat Terrier. Originating from the desire to combine the best traits of both parents, this energetic companion typically boasts a medium build, with a coat that can vary widely in color and texture, from the sleekness of a Rat Terrier to the dense double coat of a Lab. Physically, they often inherit the expressive eyes of a Lab and the more athletic, compact frame of a Rat Terrier. Temperamentally, they are known to be intelligent, loyal, and playful, often displaying a zest for life. Their moderate size and adaptable nature can make them suitable for families, though their energy levels mean they thrive with regular exercise and mental stimulation. While they can adapt to apartment living with sufficient outdoor activity, a home with a yard is often ideal. Generally a healthy breed, potential owners should be aware of possible predispositions to conditions seen in their parent breeds, such as hip and elbow dysplasia from the Labrador side, or luxating patellas from the Rat Terrier lineage, emphasizing the importance of responsible breeding. Their friendly disposition and eager-to-please attitude make them wonderful, engaging pets for active individuals or families.
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