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Novak

  • Young
  • Male
  • Medium

About Novak

Washington, DC

Breed

Retriever&Labrador RetrieverMix

Physical Traits

Young
(1-3 years)
Male
Medium
(26-60 lbs)

Behavior

Health

Spayed/Neutered:
Yes
Vaccinated:
Yes

Novak’s Compatibility

    This pet has unknown compatibility with kids.

    This pet has good compatibility with dogs.

    This pet has unknown compatibility with cats.

    This pet has unknown compatibility with other animals.

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Novak's Story

Please contact Connie Kiggins (conniek@luckydoganimalrescue.org) for more information about this pet.young boy ready to play! NOVAK NEEDS A FOREVER HOME!!!!<br/><br/>Name: Novak Best Guess for Breed: Retriever mix - some lab in there!<br/>Best Guess for Age: 10 months as of January 2026 SEX: Male<br/><br/>Approximate Weight: 32.4 lbs as of 12/14/25 - he is still growing!<br/><br/>Gets Along With: Other dogs! We haven't seen him with cats or kids but we are happy to discuss integration techniques with any potential adopters!<br/>Currently Living at: DC area foster home<br/><br/>Special adoption considerations: Dogs from Puerto Rico have a major transition to go through when they arrive and will need humans who are very committed to socialization. We think Novak would do best with either a resident dog or a family who can make sure he can go on walks regularly with other dogs, visit the dog park, or go to doggie daycare to learn the ropes.<br/><br/>Novak is Looking For: Hi! I'm Novak. I'm a sato from Puerto Rico. Island life was good and all that for my sisters Marina, Steffi, Billie Jean and me, but now we're ready to split up and get our own families and the DC area is the best place for that! I can't wait to explore it all by the side of my new family - long sniffy walks, romps in parks, all the adventures they can dream up - yes, please! Going to dog school would be great too, so I can show how super smart I am! Most of all, I want to be safe and loved and know where I belong. In exchange, I promise adoring gazes and happy tail wags and loyal companionship for all my days.<br/>What do you say? Do I get to go home with you?What My Foster Says About Me: Novak is energetic - he loves to zoom around the yard with his foster brother! He loves to chew sticks, chase balls and play tug!! After he plays and and has a good walk, he loves to snuggle and lean into you while he gets scratches! He absolutely loves treats and is very food motivated, which should make training easier! He will eat anything but is especially happy to have some peanut butter. He loves to be around people and get all the attention! He's very treat motivated, so he's easy to train. He sleeps in his crate through the night. He is really such a sweet boy and loves to be loved and get love! He will make a wonderful addition to any family!<br/><br/>Lucky Dog cannot guarantee any dog is housebroken. All of our dogs are working on their crate training.<br/><br/>TO ADOPT: The adoption fee for this dog is $460, which includes the cost of routine vetting, including vaccinations and spay/neuter. If you are interested in adopting, please complete the Adoption Questionnaire online at bit.ly/adoptaluckydog .<br/><br/>Lucky Dog Animal Rescue does our best to provide accurate information about the dogs we have for adoption. That said, we cannot make any guarantees about age, breed or temperament.<br/>Thank you for contacting Lucky Dog Animal Rescue and helping to save a life! Please visit us online at www.luckydoganimalrescue.org .<br/><br/>BE A FOSTER!!! Fosters make it possible for Lucky Dog Animal Rescue to save and care for homeless and abandoned dogs! To learn about fostering, please contact fostering@luckydoganimalrescue.org!<br/>BE A SPONSOR!!!! Sponsors help Lucky Dog support the many dogs we save. To learn more about sponsorship, please contact info@luckydoganimalrescue.org !

Please contact Connie Kiggins (conniek@luckydoganimalrescue.org) for more information about this pet.young boy ready to play! NOVAK NEEDS A FOREVER HOME!!!!

Name: Novak Best Guess for Breed: Retriever mix - some lab in there!
Best Guess for Age: 10 months as of January 2026 SEX: Male

Approximate Weight: 32.4 lbs as of 12/14/25 - he is still growing!

Gets Along With: Other dogs! We haven't seen him with cats or kids but we are happy to discuss integration techniques with any potential adopters!
Currently Living at: DC area foster home

Special adoption considerations: Dogs from Puerto Rico have a major transition to go through when they arrive and will need humans who are very committed to socialization. We think Novak would do best with either a resident dog or a family who can make sure he can go on walks regularly with other dogs, visit the dog park, or go to doggie daycare to learn the ropes.

Novak is Looking For: Hi! I'm Novak. I'm a sato from

Please contact Connie Kiggins (conniek@luckydoganimalrescue.org) for more information about this pet.young boy ready to play! NOVAK NEEDS A FOREVER HOME!!!!

Name: Novak Best Guess for Breed: Retriever mix - some lab in there!
Best Guess for Age: 10 months as of January 2026 SEX: Male

Approximate Weight: 32.4 lbs as of 12/14/25 - he is still growing!

Gets Along With: Other dogs! We haven't seen him with cats or kids but we are happy to discuss integration techniques with any potential adopters!
Currently Living at: DC area foster home

Special adoption considerations: Dogs from Puerto Rico have a major transition to go through when they arrive and will need humans who are very committed to socialization. We think Novak would do best with either a resident dog or a family who can make sure he can go on walks regularly with other dogs, visit the dog park, or go to doggie daycare to learn the ropes.

Novak is Looking For: Hi! I'm Novak. I'm a sato from Puerto Rico. Island life was good and all that for my sisters Marina, Steffi, Billie Jean and me, but now we're ready to split up and get our own families and the DC area is the best place for that! I can't wait to explore it all by the side of my new family - long sniffy walks, romps in parks, all the adventures they can dream up - yes, please! Going to dog school would be great too, so I can sho

How To Adopt

Novak was listed as Adoptable by Lucky Dog Animal Rescue
How can I adopt Novak?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with Lucky Dog Animal 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 Novak 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 Lucky Dog Animal Rescue for details on the pet.
When can I meet Novak?
If you've submitted an inquiry, Lucky Dog Animal Rescue will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Novak, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to Lucky Dog Animal Rescue, and they'll be happy to help!
Lucky Dog Animal Rescue's Adoption Policy
How do you adopt a Lucky Dog or Lucky Cat? When you are ready to adopt a new friend, we'll ask you to complete our friendly screening process, which ensures safe and successful adoptions! Fill out an Adoption Questionnaire and we'll have a brief conversation with you to discuss your needs and preferences, and lifestyle as you look for a new family member.

Novak is from Lucky Dog Animal Rescue

[Washington, DC]

Our Mission
Lucky Dog Animal Rescue is an all-volunteer, non-profit animal rescue organization dedicated to saving the lives of homeless animals and educating the community on responsible pet ownership. Lucky Dog does not have its own facility. Instead, our dogs stay with temporary fosters (and occasionally boarding partners) while t...
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