Ranger
Available
- Age 5-7 years
- Sex Male
- Size 79 lbs
- Fixed Yes
- House Trained Yes
- Foster Parent(s) Thanks to Jim and Janine for being great fosters to Ranger!
Ranger is an absolute love bug and loves to be with us. He shows affection by placing his head on your hand, arm, or lap and completing does the “lab lean” when you pet him. He especially loves his ears and back of the neck rubs, and belly rubs!! He lays quietly by foster’s feet while he works. He seeks attention and assurance would do best in a home where he won’t be left alone for long periods of time. He can be trusted to free roam when left home alone. He despises the crate and will chew his way out. Ranger loves chew bones and lick mats. He loves walking and would be a great hiking or walking buddy. He travels great in the car. He sleeps on a blanket on the floor by our bed.
More info about Ranger
Other Dogs ▼
He is very friendly with dogs outside the home and does not whine or pull to get to them. He just watches for a moment and keeps on going. In the home he has shown some resource guarding with other dogs around toys and bones. While he may be successful in a home with another compatible dog, he loves to be the center of attention and would do best as an only dog.
Cats ▼
Ranger needs a home without cats. He has shown intense interest in them when they are close by.
Children ▼
Ranger has done great with kids 3+. He is a typical lab with whip of a tail and high interest in all food!
Leash ▼
He walks well. Seems used to a harness. Stays in front and walks at a fast pace. He seems to sniff out the scents of the squirrels and rabbits in our neighborhood and perks up when they run away, but has not pulled or acted to chase them.
Where I'm from ▼
Found as a stray in Utah. Was in the shelter for 2 1/2 months before coming to CO. He has an injury to his tail that is healing. Since arriving in CO we have been working with our vets to get to the bottom on Ranger's health. He has been treated for parasites, a UTI, started on thyroid meds and is being tested for Cushing's disease. He also threw up some fabric that likely was in his belly for a long time. He is feeling so much better and eating a special kibble for kidney function.