Archie - Golden Retriever Dog for Adoption in Bellingham, Washington

Hi, my name is Archie! I'm a PURPLE pawprint, which means I will fit well into a home that meets some specific criteria. Here is what would work best for me in my new home:
-Personality: Bouncy, Goofy, Adorable
-Can Live with Kids: STURDY, dog-savvy, respectful children of any age.
-Can Live with Cats: Unknown History - Likely okay with slow and supervised introductions!
-Can Live with Dogs: Yes, all introductions done at WHS.
-Can do Apartment Living: Larger apartment / condos may be considered - a house with a yard would be ideal.
-Potty Trained: Working on it!
-Bite History: Nope.
-Positive Reward Based Obedience Classes Required: No, but would be HIGHLY BENEFICIAL!
-Energy Level: HIGH
-Needs Medical Procedure Before Going Home: Yes, a Neuter and Microchip provided by WHS.
-Additional Information:

Meet Archie, an eight-month-old pup with a heart full of love and a bright future ahead. Archie was surrendered to the shelter through no fault of his own, a family member had severe allergies in his previous home, and he is now searching for his true forever family. At eight months old, Archie is still very much a puppy, playful, curious, and eager to learn about the world. He has that wonderful youthful energy and endless potential just waiting to be tapped. Like any young dog, Archie will thrive with structure, routine, and a family committed to positive reinforcement training to help him grow into a well-mannered, confident companion. With his whole life ahead of him, Archie is looking for a home that understands the time, patience, and responsibility involved in raising a young pup. He needs an active family ready for daily walks, play sessions, and ongoing guidance.

If you are interested in adopting, please fill out an application on our website (www.whatcomhumane.org/adopt) or in person at our facility. We recommend calling into the shelter after your application has been submitted so our front desk can give you next steps on our adoption process.

The Golden Retriever is a friendly, intelligent, and gentle dog breed known for its golden colored, water repellent coat. They are highly sociable and great with families, children, and other pets, making them popular as therapy and service dogs. With a love for outdoor activities and water, Golden Retrievers excel in various dog sports like agility and obedience. They require regular exercise, mental stimulation, and grooming to maintain their health and happiness. Overall, the Golden Retriever is a versatile and beloved companion dog breed.

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