Meet Indie, a 3.5-year-old Lab looking for her happily ever after!
Indie is a happy, energetic, and playful girl with so much love to give. She has had a difficult past, but she hasn't let that dim her spirit. She's ready to find a family who will give her the love, structure, and stability she deserves.
Indie is a high-energy girl who loves being near her people, zooming around the yard, and most of all- playing fetch! She could happily play for hours if you let her. She would thrive with an active family who can provide plenty of daily exercise. A fenced yard would be a bonus, but she would also do well with a family committed to long walks and other activities.
Indie does well with other dogs, although she can have a more dominant play style and does best with similarly sized pups. Once she's comfortable with a new doggy friend, she loves to play and would enjoy having a canine companion in her new home.
Indie has had limited experience with cats. Her previous family reported that she attempted to chase their cats, so a cat-free home may be best. We would also consider a family experienced and comfortable with slow, careful introductions.
Indie is house trained, crate trained and knows her basic commands. She previously completed an obedience training program, and it shows! She is a smart, well-behaved girl who is eager to please and does especially well with consistency and routine.
Indie requires an adult-only home with no children.
We believe in being completely transparent about the dogs in our care. Indie was previously adopted into an adult-only home, and she was returned to our care after they reported resource-guarding behaviors, including occasional growling around high-value items. During one incident, Indie bit after she was pet while chewing on a bone.
Since coming back into our care, Indie has undergone multiple temperament evaluations, and we have not observed aggressive or concerning behaviors. She has allowed us to handle her food and give and take treats and bones without issue. We also spoke with the trainers who previously worked with her during her board-and-train program, and they reported that they did not observe these concerning behaviors during her time with them.
Although we have been unable to replicate the behaviors reported in her previous home, we want to set both Indie and her future family up for success. For that reason, an adult-only home is required. Indie thrives with structure and routine. She enjoys eating in her crate and does wonderfully sitting and waiting until she is given the okay. As with any dog, we recommend respecting her boundaries and allowing her space while eating or enjoying high-value items such as bones.
Indie is spayed, microchipped and up to date on her vaccines. She is currently in the process of being gradually weaned from anxiety medication that she was previously prescribed, and her adoptive family will need to continue this process over the next 4-6 weeks.
Indie can experience anxiety during certain stressful situations, particularly vet visits, grooming, and nail trims. We have found that Trazodone and Gabapentin help her significantly during these situations.
Indie is a fun, affectionate, active girl who is looking for an experienced, understanding family willing to provide the routine and structure that helps her thrive. In return, they'll get a loyal companion and one seriously dedicated fetch partner!
Does Indie sound like the perfect fit for your family? Reach out for an adoption application!
INDIE
Chocolate Labrador Retriever
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Ortonville, Michigan
female, large, adult
Chocolate Labrador Retriever
Ortonville, Michigan