Black Labrador Retriever and American Staffordshire Terrier Dogs Available for Adoption in West Jefferson, Ohio

Introducing Bear!

Like her namesake she is fuzzy and black and will raid your pantry for peanut butter & cheese, but unlike most bears she is housetrained, knows sit, down and shake. She may or may not fetch a ball depending on her mood and if anything else more exciting is going on.

Our favorite thing about her is her expressive ears, sometimes floppy, sometimes point at 12 and 3 o'clock, sometimes 6 and 9, and for really interesting noises, stand straight up at attention.

This black lab mix is about 1 1/2 years old with a birthdate of 01/20/2025 and she weighs about 60lbs.

Bear has a lot of FOMO (fear of missing out)and really wants to be apart of whatever is going on. She will probably check on you in the bathroom, she will definitely join your neighborhood watch, and wants to be included in yard work, pizza parties, or whatever else you might have going on.

Bear has lived with other dogs, and we think she'd really like a friend to play with. We've been told she chases cats and plays too rough, so no kitties would be best in her new home. She has prior experience with kids and because she takes treats gently and isn't particularly jumpy we think she would be fine with kids of all ages.

If a floppy eared, Bear-el full of fun sounds like the perfect pooch wiggle over to our website www.hsmcohio.org and fill out an adoption application to meet her.

The American Staffordshire Terrier, also known as the Amstaff, is a medium sized, muscular breed known for its loyalty and courage. Developed in the United States, they are intelligent and affectionate dogs, making them great family companions. With a distinctive short coat and strong build, American Staffordshire Terriers are often misunderstood due to their past as fighting dogs, but they are actually loving and playful pets when raised in a nurturing environment. They thrive on human interaction and are eager to please their owners.

The black Labrador Retriever is a popular and versatile breed known for its friendly nature, intelligence, and loyalty. They are agile, keen swimmers with a strong work ethic, making them excellent hunting and service dogs. Their glossy black coat is low maintenance and sheds minimally, while their friendly temperament makes them great family pets. Black Labs are known for their outgoing personalities and eagerness to please, making them loving companions in various roles and settings.

The mission of the HSMC is to provide shelter, medical care and comfort to stray and surrendered dogs and cats...