Adopt Heeley
Male Adult Labrador Retriever
Waldo's Rescue Pen
About Heeley
Heeley is the sweetest good boy. He LOVES snuggles and, if you'll let him, curling up and spooning. Heeley thinks he is tiny and would be content snuggling on your lap through the full season of Survivor: Cagayan. (It’s so good, watch it with him, seriously.) Heeley is completely non-discerning with his affection and loves everyone he meets. He may not be the ideal guard dog, but your mail carrier will love him. Heeley frequently gives sweet nudges to ask for more pets, or joyfully hand licks to show his love. He gets along great with other dogs and has very sweetly earned the trust of his grouchy foster-brother Ransom, docilely laying on the floor at Ransom's feet and playfully pawing to show how friendly he is!Heeley was recently fixed and is still a little sore and takes it slow on stairs, but he is smilier and more comfortable every day as he heals. He is fully house-trained and gently let us know when he needed to use the restroom for the first few days, but now he's learned how a dog door works (smart!) and takes himself outside to do his business like a gentleman.Heeley's favorite pastimes include getting as cozy as possible (curling up on blankets, the bathmat, the entry carpet, the nice bit of floor near the fiddle fig), WFH chilling near the desk and smiling for co-workers on Zoom, sneaking some of his foster-brother's leftovers (and bashfully strolling away when caught in the act!), and sniffing all the good new smells on neighborhood walks. He is so excited to learn new things, and is improving on walking on the leash and learning basic commands like "sit" and "wait." He is SO eager for direction and to please, and with patience can learn anything.Heeley likes chew or stuffed toys, but his bottom front teeth (non-canine) are ground down from what looks like a few years of chewing the wrong things – imagine the mouth of a kiddo who enjoys sour patch kids more than toothpaste. That said, Heeley is incredibly gentle and allows us to brush his teeth, but will likely require a bit of dental care to feel his best.Heeley would be happy in any kind of home and doesn't need much space even though he’s a medium-sized pup. He easily gets comfy wherever he is, and mostly just needs a person who will give him snuggles and a stroll around the block when the weather is right. He’s respectful about food and would be fun at a picnic. He also looks amazing in bandanas. ##1055578##
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