Love of Labs, IN
LOLIN, INC
a 501c3 Public Charity through the IRS!!www.LOLIN.org
PO Box 237
Noblesville, IN 46061-0237
LOLIN@comcast.net.
Fax 801-640-7688
PO Box 237
Noblesville, IN 46061-0237
LOLIN@comcast.net.
Fax 801-640-7688
Sassy
| Sassy's story... Check out those eyes!! Talk about full of personality and alert. What an adorable little girl Sassy is! She is very YOUNG 6 yo and her owners do not have enough time for her and they feel badly for Sassy. They want us to find a new home that has more time for her, since the Mom has a new baby. Sassy comes with her own very nice crate, too. Owner is unsure of how Sassy would behave with cats, since they do not have one. Sassy is up-to-date on all shots and vaccines, as well as already spayed. She is housetrained and she is also Heartworm negative. Sas only weighs 45 lbs, so she is smaller for a Lab mix. Sassy's adoption fee is $150. If you are interested in adopting Sas, please go to our website at www.lolin.org and click on "Adoption Process" along the left-hand side. From there, you can submit an Adoption Application to be considered for Sassy.
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Bogey
| Hi there! (Oh, BTW, I am much more handsome than my pictures show.......My name is Bogey and I am a beautiful 2 year old Chocolate lab mix! I was found as a stray and this great organization Love of Labs rescued me. I am a very loving and loyal lab who is looking for a family! I am housebroken and non destructive! I am a little shy at first but warm up pretty quickly. I would do best in a home without any other dogs, for some reason they make me nervous. I am crate trained but something in my past has made me really afraid of the cage. I would do best being left out as I don't get into anything. Please open your heart and take me home today! I can't wait to be a special part of a loving family! Bogey's adoption fee is $195. |
If you are interested in Bogey, Sassy or any of our other great Labs, please go to www.lolin.org and click on "Adoption Process" along the left-hand side. From there, you can submit an online Adoption Application to be considered for Bogey, Sassy or any other of our wonderful Labs.
Our adoption fee covers the costs incurred for spay/neutering, vaccinations and other standard Vet/Medication costs. Visit our website at www.lolin.org to find out more about what our adoption fees cover.
When multiple applications are received for a particular dog, the final decision on who gets to adopt the dog will be based first on which home best suits the needs of the dog (in our opinion). References submitted on adoption application will be checked. If more than one family is best suited for a dog, then the family that first submitted the application will have first shot at adoption. If you are willing to give a rescued Lab a loving, LIFETIME home, please email us your Adoption Application at lolin@comcast.net or mail it to the address at the top of this page.
Have you ever heard of Black Dog Syndrome? To put it simply, black dogs (particularly large ones like our wonderful labs) are adopted at a much lower rate than their lighter-colored peers. This is for many more reasons than we can describe here – this site explains it wonderfully. We at LOLIN love all of our labs, but many of us have a particular affinity for the black ones that grace our lives. And there are so many of them that we want to help as many as possible! This is why, for a limited time, we’re offering a Black Dog Special. The adoption fee for all of our black labs will be reduced by $25 from what you see here. And not only will you save a bit of money, you’ll have the enormous satisfaction of knowing that you have helped us save yet another amazing lab from Black Dog Syndrome.
We wanted to take a moment to reassure you that dogs' names are always changeable. Sometimes, the dogs in our care have known their names for awhile, but many times they're just a name we assigned them for our records. Regardless, we're more than happy to give you information on changing a dog's name upon adoption. Within a couple of weeks, the dog can easily recognize the name his Forever Family has chosen for him.
Paraphrased & Adapted from Wikipedia.org
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Heartworm
Heartworm is a parasitic roundworm that is spread from host to host through the bites of mosquitoes. The parasitic worm is called a "heartworm" because the parasite, in the final reproductive stage of its life cycle, resides in the heart of its host where it can stay for many years and may kill its host through congestive failure of the heart.
Heartworm infestation may be extremely serious for the infected host; infected dogs that go untreated can die and even treated dogs must go through a long period of uncomfortable treatment (sometimes requiring surgery) to kill the worms and remove them from the body. The best defense against heartworm is the use of prophylactic [a simple pill] treatment given monthly. A course of heartworm prevention begins with a blood test to see if the parasite is present. If the dog is parasite free, a prophylactic medication can be used to prevent heartworm infection. A positive test result, on the other hand, usually requires treatment to eradicate the worms.
After treatment, the dog must rest (restricted exercise) for several weeks so as to give its body sufficient time to absorb the dead worms without ill effect. Otherwise, when the dog is under exertion, dead worms may break loose and travel to the lungs, potentially causing respiratory failure and death. According to the American Heartworm Society, use of aspirin in dogs infected with heartworms is no longer recommended due to a lack of evidence of clinical benefit, and may be contraindicated. It had previously been recommended for its effects on platelet adhesion and reduction of vascular damage caused by the heartworms.
The course of treatment is not completed until several weeks later when the microfilariae are dealt with in a separate course of treatment. Once heartworm tests come back negative, the treatment is considered a success.
If you would like to help sponsor the heartworm treatments for any future heartworm positive dogs that LOLIN rescues, please contact us at:
lolin@comcast.net or mail us at the address at the top of the page.
For more information on Heartworm Disease, check any of the very informative links found on the internet such as:
Heartworm Preventative
www.PetHealth101.com
Heartworm disease and treatment
Important Facts about Heartworms in dogs
History:
The exact origin and ancestry of the Labrador Retriever is uncertain but during the 1800s they were employed by boats men in Newfoundland to retrieve full fish nets from icy waters. They were introduced to Great Britain where they were employed as gundogs and retrievers. Due to a heavy dog tax, the breed died out in Newfoundland but was continued in Great Britain. They were first recognized the by the American Kennel Club in 1917. The Labrador Retriever was valued for its working qualities and ability to do well in harsh conditions. The dog was hardy and energetic. It was often seen playing with children after a day of hard work pulling fishing nets in icy waters. The dog's temperament was very friendly.
Average Weight:
Male weights range from 65-85 pounds. Female weights range from 55-70 pounds.
Average Height:
Male height ranges from 22 1/2 to 24 1/2 inches high at the shoulder. Female height ranges from 21 1/2 to 23 1/2 inches at the shoulder.
Color And Coat:
The AKC only recognizes 3 colors of Labs: Black, Chocolate, and Yellow (Fox Red to an almost White are still considered Yellows. Do not be fooled by the “new colors” such as silver, they are NOT AKC recognized and are just a diluted chocolate or yellow. So, please do not pay more for them, you cannot even register them as that color.) The coat should be short, straight and very dense, giving a fairly hard feeling to the hand. They shed moderately during the year and require weekly (or daily) brushing to keep their coat in good condition. Their coat has a natural oil which serves as a water repellent. Excessive bathing can lead to skin problems in this breed.
Average Life Span:
12-14 years
Typical Health Problems:
Labrador Retrievers are generally healthy. However, the more frequent health problems found in the breed are Hip and Elbow Dysplasia, Cataracts, Progressive Retinal Atrophy, and Epilepsy. This breed should be spayed or neutered as soon as possible to avoid several types of Cancer. In addition to the over population problem of Labradors and Labrador mixes, un-neutered males can become male dog aggressive and hard to manage. They are predisposed to some cancers. Un-spayed females can become moody/difficult and predisposed to uterine problems and cancers. The main key to successful Labrador ownership is positive obedience training and socialization.
One of the most distinctive traits of Labradors is their coat. The Labrador Retriever has a double coat that helps the dog to repel water and allows making a good hunting companion. The tail should have a rounded appearance that has been described as the "otter" tail. The Show/Bench Lab, or as some refer to it, the English Labrador Retriever is stockier, and shorter, often with a very boxy head. The Field (bred) Lab, is sometimes referred to as American Lab, is generally thinner and taller making the Lab easier for hunting.
Behavioral Traits:
The Lab is a work dog by origin. They are not currently used as they once were for fishing, however, they can still be working dogs for:
Police Drug Sniffing Dogs
Arson Detection Dogs
Agriculture Sniffing Dogs
Seeing Eye Dogs
Assistance Dogs
and Therapy Dogs.
These dogs learn quickly if they have a consistent, structured environment. This breed is very people oriented and is happiest when included in the daily household activities or “work”. This is an active, energetic breed that requires an active owner. Boredom and loneliness can lead to behavior problems. The Labrador is a breed that should have formal POSITIVE obedience training ONLY, due to its active nature.
As a family companion dog they can participate with their owners in a wide variety of activities: obedience, agility, fly-ball, tracking and hunting. A well trained and socialized Labrador Retriever will be gentle with children and the elderly. The ideal Labrador Retriever is even-tempered, outgoing, affectionate and friendly. The Labrador Retriever personality and activity levels vary from dog to dog. Genetics, POSITIVE training, socializing, and the care they receive are a large part of what determines each dog’s personality
To contact LOLIN, INC. Board Of Directors and/or Committee Coordinators email lolin@comcast.net
Linda Sebring Acup, Founding President
Lisa S., Vice President
Autumn C., Secretary
Jennifer K., N. IN Coordinator
Jill B. & Sue B., Volunteer Coordinators
Kathy H., Intake Coordinator
Amanda W., Adoption Coordinator
Karen S., S. IN Coordinator
Stacie H., Events Coordinator
Autumn C. & Mandy G., Foster Coordinators
Jennifer C., Home Visit Coordinator
The thing we hear most is, "How can you foster a dog, keep it in your home, and then just give it up?? Doesn't that just break your heart?" Sure, your foster dogs take a piece of your heart with them when they leave, and a part of you will never forget them. But your very next foster dog immediately comes into your home and promptly gives you a much an even larger piece of his heart!! This allows your heart to be big enough so that you always have more than enough heart to share with the next foster that comes into your home truly needing that love that you provide. ~
Yes, it is hard to give up your foster dogs, especially after you have them for a while! But, you get to be part of their life forever after, should you desire to be. You as the foster have the right to call the new forever home to inquire how the dog is doing and/or to visit the dog. Almost all of us that foster for LOLIN have continual contact with the forever guardians and the former LOLIN dogs. Please go to www.lolin.org and click on the Left sided link "Fostering" to learn more.
The new families are always proud to show us how wonderful their "babies" are doing, plus they never hesitate to call us if they need anything either. You see, fostering is very rewarding!!!!
The more volunteers that want to foster, the more dogs we can save out of these horrible kill shelters. If you have questions about how you can be a part of making a difference, please email us at LOLIN@comcast.net. We still have many dogs on our waiting list to be rescued. With more foster home families, the waiting list could be eliminated.
Visit our website at to learn more about what it takes to be a Foster Care Provider.
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Happy Tails Update on BB & Chief Our two are flourishing! The last time BB was at the vet, she was 65 lbs (probably closer to 68 or so now). She's getting so grown up! She's settled down a lot the past 3 or 4 months, but still has lots of puppy in her! And, as you can see, she's a very pretty dog, too. Chief's our big, calm, cuddle bug -- until you take him outside. Then it's off to the races! He goes to the vet tomorrow, so we'll see what he weighs. I'm guessing at least 85. He was very underweight when we got him, but he's filled out beautifully, and is very well propotioned. And, as you can see, he's a very handsome boy! We're going to the Mutt Strut again this year. Both of them enjoyed it, but B. was ready to call it a day after the "standard" one lap around the track. Cheif couldn't believe we were going home so soon; I think he wanted to do ten more! Hope the weather will be as nice this year as it was last. |
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Who We AreThere are several of us with big hearts and little else! We have our 501(c)3 tax exempt status from the IRS (Internal Revenue Service) stating we are a public charity. We rely solely on fundraisers, adoption fees and your generous donations. Please considering helping us help the Labs.
Love of Labs, IN
LOLIN, INC
a 501c3 not for profit organization
PO Box 237
Noblesville, IN 46061-0237
LOLIN@comcast.net.
fax 801-640-7688