Labrador Retriever and Cattle Dog Dogs Available for Adoption in Columbia, Maryland

🐾 Meet Sammy – Still Waiting for His Forever Home 💛

For over a year, Sammy has waited patiently in foster care, watching other dogs leave for their forever homes while he stays behind wondering when it will finally be his turn. 💔

At just 3 years old and 34 pounds, Sammy is the kind of dog who leaves an imprint on your heart the moment you meet him. He has the sweetest smile, a playful spirit, and so much love to give. Despite everything he’s been through, Sammy still wakes up every day hopeful, happy, and ready to love the people around him.

Sammy came all the way from the island of Saint Lucia. While we may never know exactly what his early life looked like, one thing is clear — no matter what hardships he faced, he never lost his joyful spirit or his trust in people. 🐾

Today, Sammy is thriving in foster care at Spirited Canine, where he’s spent the last year learning, growing, and discovering how wonderful life can be when someone believes in you. He absolutely loves having a job to do and lights up with pride when learning new tricks or commands. He’s smart, eager, and so incredibly loyal to the people he loves.

✨ Sammy’s Favorite Things:

🐾 Walks and outdoor adventures
🐾 Learning new tricks and games
🐾 Spending time with his people
🐾 Playing with other dogs
🐾 Being told he’s a good boy 🥹

This handsome Cattle Dog / Chihuahua Terrier mix is playful, affectionate, and full of personality. He loves making canine friends and enjoys being active, but at the end of the day, what Sammy truly wants most is a family of his own.

Sammy is crate trained, housebroken, and walks beautifully on leash and harness. He’s ready — truly ready — to finally leave foster care behind and start the life he’s waited so long for.

🏡 The Perfect Home for Sammy

Sammy would thrive with an active family who enjoys adventures, walks, and including their dog in everyday life. He would do best in a home with older children who can respect his space while enjoying his goofy, loving personality.

Most of all, Sammy just needs someone willing to choose him. Someone willing to look past the fact that he’s been waiting so long and see the incredible dog standing right in front of them.

After more than a year in foster care, Sammy deserves more than temporary love. He deserves belonging. He deserves a couch to call his own, a family who won’t leave, and someone who finally says:

💛 “You’re home.”

🐾 Apply to adopt Sammy:
https://brunoprojectrescue.org/apply

The Cattle Dog is a diligent and robust herding breed known for its agility, intelligence, and hardworking nature. Originating in Australia, Cattle Dogs are highly energetic and require ample exercise and mental stimulation. With their remarkable problem solving skills and unwavering loyalty, they excel in various canine activities and make excellent companions for active owners. Their distinctive blue or red coat, sturdy build, and alert expression reflect their heritage as versatile working dogs.

The Labrador Retriever is a popular and versatile dog breed known for its friendly demeanor and high intelligence. These dogs are often used as guide dogs for the visually impaired, search and rescue dogs, and excellent family pets. Labradors are known for their great sense of smell, strong build, and love of water, making them exceptional hunters and swimmers. With their loyal and loving nature, Labradors have rightfully earned their reputation as one of the most beloved dog breeds in the world.

Every animal deserves a chance at life. Working in tandem with Bruno Project St. Lucia and the St. Lucia Animal...