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Hocus (20230205-03)

  • Adult
  • Male
  • Large
  • Labrador Retriever

About Hocus (20230205-03)

Hamilton, ON

Breed

Labrador RetrieverMix

Physical Traits

Adult
(3-8 years)
Male
Large
(61-100 lbs)
Black

Behavior

House-trained: Yes

Health

Spayed/Neutered:
Yes
Vaccinated:
Yes

Hocus (20230205-03)’s Compatibility

    This pet has good compatibility with kids.

    This pet has good compatibility with dogs.

    This pet has bad compatibility with cats.

    This pet has unknown compatibility with other animals.

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Hocus (20230205-03)'s Story

PLEASE READ THE INFORMATION IN THE DOG'S PROFILE, AS WELL AS THE INFORMATION ON OUR WEBSITE BEFORE EMAILING US WITH QUESTIONS. Our Volunteers use up valuable time answering questions, when the answers are readily available on our website.<br/><br/>We are a foster-based rescue. We do not have a facility. MEET & GREETS FOR DOGS IN ONTARIO WILL ONLY BE ARRANGED ONCE AN ADOPTION APPLICATION IS APPROVED. THANK YOU!!!<br/><br/>Please visit our website for more information: https://www.niagaradogrescue.com/ or fill in our adoption application: https://niagaradogrescue.com/adoption-application.php<br/><br/>Name: Hocus (20230205-03)<br/>Weight: Approx. 75 lbs<br/>Age: 3 years<br/>Gender: male<br/>Spayed/Neutered: yes<br/>Medical issues:<br/>Breed: lab mix<br/>Colour: black<br/><br/>Neck size (for collar): wearing a large<br/>Crate size recommended: large to x-large. He only uses his crate if he’s nervous and to eat in. He sleeps outside the crate on a dog bed in the bedroom with other dogs.<br/><br/>Good with women: yes<br/>Good with men: yes<br/>Good with kids: yes, he has been around children as young as 5yo<br/>Good with other dogs: yes, just not small dogs<br/>Good with cats: no<br/>House trained: yes<br/>Crate trained: yes, but not needed<br/>Energy level: high, needs lots of exercise. Currently has minimum 3 hours a day.<br/>Can be handled/touched: Hocus does prefer his personal space and doesn't seek out cuddles<br/>Barker: no<br/>Flight risk: yes, he will run from people he doesn’t know but has great recall for his people<br/>Food aggressive: no<br/>Current food: Kirkland<br/>Walks on leash: yes, he walks nicely with a front clip harness. He will pull on a collar and leash.<br/>Leash reactive to people or dogs: Hocus would thrive in a quieter neighbourhood where he can focus on sniffing-focused walks at a distance from other dogs<br/>Rides well in car: yes, he loves car rides and will try to snuggle when going on his adventures.<br/>Destructive: no<br/>Needs a home with a yard: yes<br/>Needs a home with another dog: yes<br/>Can live in an apartment: no<br/><br/>Foster Comments:<br/>Meet Hocus, a majestic 75lb Lab mix who is the perfect blend of outdoor adventurer and indoor lounge companion. Hocus is a "happy, sweet boy" who has truly blossomed in his foster home and is ready to find his forever pack.<br/><br/>If you love the great outdoors, Hocus is your guy! He thrives on physical activity and currently enjoys three hours of exercise a day. He is a superstar on the trail with "amazing recall," making him a dream companion for free-hiking with other dogs. Whether it’s a long hike or a trip in the car (which he absolutely loves), Hocus is always up for an adventure. After a day of fun, he is perfectly calm in the house and loves nothing more than lounging in a sunny backyard.<br/><br/>Hocus is a polite housemate who is fully house-trained and non-destructive. He is highly food-motivated and already knows a variety of commands, including sit, stay, come, drop, and down. While he is crate trained, he has earned enough trust to sleep outside his crate on a dog bed at night.<br/><br/>Hocus is a "dog’s dog" who needs a home with another canine sibling to run and play with. Because he can be a bit shy with new people and sudden movements, he is looking for a patient, active family who understands that trust is earned. While he isn't a "cuddle bug" right away and prefers his personal space, his loyalty to "his people" is deep.<br/><br/>Hocus is a loyal, athletic, and gentle soul who just needs a patient hand to guide him. Once you’re in his inner circle, you’ll have a dedicated companion for life!

PLEASE READ THE INFORMATION IN THE DOG'S PROFILE, AS WELL AS THE INFORMATION ON OUR WEBSITE BEFORE EMAILING US WITH QUESTIONS. Our Volunteers use up valuable time answering questions, when the answers are readily available on our website.

We are a foster-based rescue. We do not have a facility. MEET & GREETS FOR DOGS IN ONTARIO WILL ONLY BE ARRANGED ONCE AN ADOPTION APPLICATION IS APPROVED. THANK YOU!!!

Please visit our website for more information: https://www.niagaradogrescue.com/ or fill in our adoption application: https://niagaradogrescue.com/adoption-application.php

Name: Hocus (20230205-03)
Weight: Approx. 75 lbs
Age: 3 years
Gender: male
Spayed/Neutered: yes
Medical issues:
Breed: lab mix
Colour: black

Neck size (for collar): wearing a large
Crate size recommended: large to x-large. He only uses his crate if he’s nervous and to eat in. He sleeps outside the crate on a dog bed in the bedroom with other dogs.

Good with women: yes
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PLEASE READ THE INFORMATION IN THE DOG'S PROFILE, AS WELL AS THE INFORMATION ON OUR WEBSITE BEFORE EMAILING US WITH QUESTIONS. Our Volunteers use up valuable time answering questions, when the answers are readily available on our website.

We are a foster-based rescue. We do not have a facility. MEET & GREETS FOR DOGS IN ONTARIO WILL ONLY BE ARRANGED ONCE AN ADOPTION APPLICATION IS APPROVED. THANK YOU!!!

Please visit our website for more information: https://www.niagaradogrescue.com/ or fill in our adoption application: https://niagaradogrescue.com/adoption-application.php

Name: Hocus (20230205-03)
Weight: Approx. 75 lbs
Age: 3 years
Gender: male
Spayed/Neutered: yes
Medical issues:
Breed: lab mix
Colour: black

Neck size (for collar): wearing a large
Crate size recommended: large to x-large. He only uses his crate if he’s nervous and to eat in. He sleeps outside the crate on a dog bed in the bedroom with other dogs.

Good with women: yes
Good with men: yes
Good with kids: yes, he has been around children as young as 5yo
Good with other dogs: yes, just not small dogs
Good with cats: no
House trained: yes
Crate trained: yes, but not needed
Energy level: high, needs lots of exercise. Currently has minimum 3 hours a day.
Can be handled/touched: Hocus does prefer his personal space and doesn't seek out cuddles
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How To Adopt

Hocus (20230... was listed as Adoptable by Niagara Dog Rescue
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Niagara Dog Rescue's Adoption Policy
We are foster based, therefore we do not have a facility. Please submit an application through our website for consideration of any of our dogs. The full application process is outlined on our website.

Hocus (20230205-03) is from Niagara Dog Rescue

[Niagara Falls, ON]

Our Mission
Niagara Dog Rescue is a volunteer-based organization dedicated to helping homeless and unwanted dogs find a new home. We focus on dogs at immediate risk of being put down at high kill shelters and those living in deplorable conditions as strays. Any potential fosters or adopters are fully screened through vet, reference and...
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