Black Labrador Retriever and Dachshund Dogs Available for Adoption in Richmond, Virginia

Meet Scarlet!

Scarlet is a two-years old lab/dachshund mix and came to the shelter in July with a litter of 6 puppies and was completely unsocialized. Once the puppies were adopted she moved into her foster's house, who then reached out to B&B. She is completely house trained (100% reliable, no accidents ever!), crate trained, fantastic with cats, and after the initial introduction with the dogs in her foster home, she has been perfect with them, too. She is working on enjoying car rides and walking out in public. She stays loose in her foster home 24/7 and has never had a problem with destructive behavior.

Scarlet lacks a lot of confidence, and although she has made tremendous progress, she is still overcoming a lot of nervousness about new things, people in her space, and changes to her environment. Sometimes she will bark when her people are out of her view and she wants her people to come sit with her- She's a diva who knows what she wants! - so she loves to be in the mix with everyone, just not up in your space (just one bark to let you know she is looking for you, she is not a barker out the window or in general). She loves to be near you and accepts affection from you once she has gotten to know you. She has never offered a hint of a growl or aggression.

Scarlet walks very well on a leash. She knows "leave it" and loves to sniff. She loves watching squirrels and has been completely uninterested in chickens. She loves to "zoomie" on the leash outside!

Scarlet is looking for a home with a person or couple that is quiet and patient, and wants to take her out to sniff new places at her pace. She would do well with someone with a low to moderately active lifestyle, and no children as the noise and energy level would be stressful for her. She needs to be walked on leash as she has dug out of a backyard before when unsupervised, and she is a flight risk if she gets out. She thrives with another dog in the home, so we will be prioritizing a home with another playful dog for her!

Scarlet is being fostered in Amelia, VA. We require that all adopters, regardless of the dog’s age, are committed to ongoing training and socialization as part of responsible ownership. She is up to date on vaccinations, heartworm negative, spayed, and on monthly preventatives! Her $375 adoption fee covers the cost of her spay, core vaccines, and microchip. To apply to adopt Scarlet, visit www.beaglesandbentleys.org/adopt

Note: Sending a Petfinder inquiry is not submitting an application. We require a completed adoption application to move forward with adoption.

Beagles and Bentleys has an across-the-board evaluative process that we apply to every application we review that prioritizes our animals in need. We conduct a vet reference check (all resident dogs must be altered/up to date on dhpp/rabies and monthly preventatives) and a virtual home visit call where we discuss the adoption process and see your home.

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 dachshund is a small dog breed known for its long body, short legs, and distinctive appearance. Originally bred for hunting badgers, these playful and loyal dogs make loving companions for families. Dachshunds come in three coat varieties smooth, wirehaired, and longhaired each with its own unique charm. Despite their size, dachshunds are bold and courageous, with a curious nature that can sometimes lead to mischief. Their endearing personality and adaptability make them popular pets worldwide.

Beagles and Bentleys is dedicated to helping dogs in need find loving homes. We primarily rescue dogs in Virginia and...