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Joy

  • Young
  • Female
  • Medium
  • Black Labrador Retriever

About Joy

Columbia, MO

Breed

Black Labrador RetrieverMix

Physical Traits

Young
(1-3 years)
Female
Medium
(26-60 lbs)
Coat: Short
Black

Behavior

Personality
Affectionate, Friendly, Funny, Loves
House-trained: Yes

Health

Spayed/Neutered:
Yes
Vaccinated:
Yes
Special Needs:
No

Joy’s Compatibility

    This pet has good compatibility with kids.

    This pet has good compatibility with dogs.

    This pet has good compatibility with cats.

    This pet has unknown compatibility with other animals.

Adoption Fee

$200

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Joy's Story

Joy is a playful and cuddly pup that currently lives in a foster home with other dogs (both big and small). She can be timid when meeting new people, but warms up quickly to show off her peppy spirit. Joy has excellent house manners and has making good progress in the crate. She is very food motivated and loves to learn new tricks. Joy does like to play rough, but listens well to corrections for other dogs. She can be overbearing with cats, but could likely do well in a home with cats that are dog-savvy. Joy would love to find a forever home to call her own!<br/><br/>If you would like to meet Joy please apply at unchainedmelodies.org/adopt<br/><br/><br/>*We do NOT require fenced yards for all dogs, fenced yards are required based on a dogs needs.<br/>*No invisible fences<br/>*No out of State Adoptions<br/>*Virtual Home Visits Required<br/><br/>*Puppies are cute and a lot of fun, but they require a lot of work, patience, time and training in order to become well adjusted adult dogs. They are not fully potty trained yet, but are being crate trained in their foster homes.<br/><br/>Thank you for adopting!

Joy is a playful and cuddly pup that currently lives in a foster home with other dogs (both big and small). She can be timid when meeting new people, but warms up quickly to show off her peppy spirit. Joy has excellent house manners and has making good progress in the crate. She is very food motivated and loves to learn new tricks. Joy does like to play rough, but listens well to corrections for other dogs. She can be overbearing with cats, but could likely do well in a home with cats that are dog-savvy. Joy would love to find a forever home to call her own!

If you would like to meet Joy please apply at unchainedmelodies.org/adopt


*We do NOT require fenced yards for all dogs, fenced yards are required based on a dogs needs.
*No invisible fences
*No out of State Adoptions
*Virtual Home Visits Required

*Puppies are cute and a lot of fun, but they require a lot of work, patience, time and training in order to become well adjusted adult dogs. They are not fully potty trained yet, but a

Joy is a playful and cuddly pup that currently lives in a foster home with other dogs (both big and small). She can be timid when meeting new people, but warms up quickly to show off her peppy spirit. Joy has excellent house manners and has making good progress in the crate. She is very food motivated and loves to learn new tricks. Joy does like to play rough, but listens well to corrections for other dogs. She can be overbearing with cats, but could likely do well in a home with cats that are dog-savvy. Joy would love to find a forever home to call her own!

If you would like to meet Joy please apply at unchainedmelodies.org/adopt


*We do NOT require fenced yards for all dogs, fenced yards are required based on a dogs needs.
*No invisible fences
*No out of State Adoptions
*Virtual Home Visits Required

*Puppies are cute and a lot of fun, but they require a lot of work, patience, time and training in order to become well adjusted adult dogs. They are not fully potty trained yet, but are being crate trained in their foster homes.

Thank you for adopting!

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How To Adopt

Joy was listed as adoptable by Unchained Melodies Dog Rescue
How can I adopt Joy?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with Unchained Melodies Dog Rescue. They may then ask for more details or an official application prior to an adoption. If you're a match, they'll reach out with next steps and timing.
How can I find out if Joy is a good fit for me?
Click the "See How You Match" button, answer a few simple questions, and see how you match up! It takes less than a minute to complete. You can also reach out directly to Unchained Melodies Dog Rescue for details on the pet.
When can I meet Joy?
If you've submitted an inquiry, Unchained Melodies Dog Rescue will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Joy, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to Unchained Melodies Dog Rescue, and they'll be happy to help!
Unchained Melodies Dog Rescue's Adoption Policy
Unchained Melodies goal is to match the right dog with the right family. Each application is read carefully and every adoption application will receive an automated e-mail response if the application is submitted properly through unchainedmelodies.org. A follow up e-mail or phone call after receiving the application will be made within 48-72 hours of receiving the complete application. Meet and greets with the entire family are required. We do not adopt "outside dogs" or "guard dogs" We require home visits and we do not facilitate out of State adoptions.

Joy is from Unchained Melodies Dog Rescue

[Columbia, MO]

Our Mission
Unchained Melodies Inc. is a nonprofit organization dedicated to freeing the chained/penned dog, and bringing our 'best friend' into the home and family as a companion pet. Unchained Melodies Inc. educates, legislates and rescues the chained/penned backyard dog and fights against animal abuse and cruelty. The goal of this o...
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