Desert Labrador Retriever Rescue Family. We have a special dog who needs a forever home with the right family.

Sadly upon intake Papas was diagnosed with canine brucellosis, a contagious bacterial infection. This bacterial infection is highly contagious between dogs. Infected dogs usually develop an infection of the reproductive system, or a sexually transmitted disease. For this handsome, neutered, 3 year old yellow boy, this disease has affected his spine. He is now on medications that help him ward off the progression of the disease, but he will never be totally free from it. Despite that, Papas is a very active dog! He is very strong and wants to show you his “zoomies”. He looks forward to his morning walks and playing ball in the backyard. Papas is a very vocal dog and will let you know if you are not on schedule. Being vocal also makes him a great guard dog!! He enjoys meal time and takes his medications well in a pill pocket. Like a typical Lab, he loves his treats especially the frozen ones his foster makes for him.

Papas truly is a very loving dog but may be shy to initially warm up to new people but once he knows you, he showers you with love. He can be a little nippy but it’s more of that puppy type of nipping, and correction will stop that. Papas loves to be brushed which the foster does gently to not pressure his spine. He also LOVES car rides on Sunday mornings with his foster mom to Starbucks. At first, he barked at the server but now he knows he is going to get a pup cup, so he patiently waits! Papas enjoys watching over the park from the second story window, and he’s a pro at the stairs in the home.

Papas would do best with someone who can spend more time with him. His current foster works long days with a long drive. Papas is housebroken and has mastered the doggie door and while his foster is away he does not get into anything. Papas will come with two dog beds, dishes, harness; leash, chew toys and his food; and treats for a month!

Papas cannot live with other animals. He must be an only dog to avoid infecting others. It is best he live in a home with limited exposure to people and children. While it is very rare for humans to catch the disease, the possibility is there. Meeting other dogs and people with limited contact is fine. Here is more information about Brucellosis https://vcahospitals.com/know-your-pet/canine-brucellosis

If you are able, please consider adopting Papas and giving him a home. Sadly his alternatives are limited. Let’s talk.