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Polo, Labrador Retriever For Adoption In Voorhees, New Jersey

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Polo, Labrador Retriever For Adoption In Voorhees, New Jersey

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Polo is a big, lovable boy at just 10 months old—and he’s still growing! This Shepherd/Lab mix was surrendered in hopes of finding the right family, and he’s ready to make a big impression on his forever home.Polo is playful, friendly, and loves everyone he meets. He’s got a goofy, silly side and a smart mind to match—but he doesn’t quite realize how big and strong he is! Because of his size and enthusiasm, he’s best suited for an adult home that can handle his strength and continue his training.He’s not an apartment dog and will need room to stretch out, play, and grow—ideally a home with a large fenced yard. Polo is dog friendly and would thrive with someone who has the time and commitment to help him become the amazing adult dog he’s meant to be.If you’re looking for a fun, big-hearted companion and are ready to guide a young dog into his best self, Polo could be your perfect match.Adoption processAll potential adopters must be at least 21 years of age. An application must be completed and can take up to a week to process. Once an application is approved, family meets, dog meets (if applicable) and home checks must be completed.Shelter locationOur orphanage is open to the public Monday-Friday from 12pm to 7pm, with the exception of the second Wednesday of each month during which we are closed for major cleaning. On weekends you can visit our orphans between 12pm and 5pm Saturday and Sunday. We also have some adorable adoptable cats and kittens at offsite locations: PetSmart in Marlton and PetValu stores of Cherry Hill, Marlton and Voorhees.

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  • Sex: Male
  • Age: Young
  • Hair: Short
  • Color: Tan/yellow/fawn - with black
  • Breed: Labrador retriever
  • Name: Polo
  • Donation link: http://www.vaonj.org/donate/
The Labrador Retriever, often abbreviated to Labrador, is a breed of retriever-gun dog from the United Kingdom that was developed from imported Canadian fishing dogs. The Labrador is one of the most popular dog breeds in a number of countries in the world, particularly in the Western world. A popular disability assistance breed in many countries, Labradors are frequently trained to aid those with blindness or autism, act as a therapy dog, or perform screening and detection work for law enforcement and other official agencies. The breed is best known for their obedience, loyalty, and playful composure. Additionally, they are prized as sporting and hunting dogs. Ancestors include a breed used in Newfoundland as fishing dogs, that would help in bringing in the fishing nets and recapture escaped fish. In the 1830s, the 10th Earl of Home and his nephews the 5th Duke of Buccleuch and Lord John Scott, had imported progenitors of the breed from Newfoundland to Europe for use as gundogs. Another early advocate of these Newfoundland fishing dogs was the 2nd Earl of Malmesbury, who bred them for their expertise in waterfowling. During the 1880s, the 3rd Earl of Malmesbury, the 6th Duke of Buccleuch, and the 12th Earl of Home collaborated to develop and establish the Labrador Retriever breed. The dogs Buccleuch Avon and Buccleuch Ned, given by Malmesbury to Buccleuch, were mated with bitches carrying blood from those originally imported by the 5th Duke and the 10th Earl of Home. The offspring are the ancestors of all modern Labradors.

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  • Country: United States
  • Region: New Jersey
  • City: Voorhees

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