Black Labrador Retriever Dogs Available for Adoption in Indianapolis, Indiana

Smokey – Coming Soon!

This Lab is currently in a foster home, which is CILRA’s standard practice and allows us to learn more about the Lab before they are officially ready for adoption. It gives us time to evaluate the Lab’s personality, bring them up-to-date on vaccinations, and have them spayed/neutered if needed. If you are interested in this Lab, please keep checking the website for status updates or send an email of interest to cilralabs@yahoo.com.

Smokey is a 2 1/2-year old neutered black Lab who weighs about 85 lbs. He loves playing fetch, chewing on his squeaky toys, and being with his people. He gets along well with children and other dogs, but does need a cat-free home, and a Forever Family who can give him the attention and training he needs. Smokey has loads of potential, and already knows several commands like Sit, Down, and Catch. He will also sit and wait until he’s released at mealtimes. And if offered a treat, he will open his crate door and go in and sit! Just showin’ off. He does need to be crated when alone, just to keep his curiosity in check, and a family where someone is home most of the time, as he is happiest around his people. Smokey loves baths, cuddling, and having a fenced yard so he can get plenty of exercise.

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Adopting a Lab can be a wonderful experience. Your new dog will need lots of love, adequate exercise and attention. Keep in mind that dog ownership may include additional costs for training, grooming, and health care beyond annual vaccines and monthly preventatives. It’s a lifetime commitment!

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.