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Sparky

Adult
Male
Medium

Labrador Retriever
Hound

About Sparky

Chicago, IL

Breed

Labrador Retriever&HoundMix

Physical Traits

Adult

(3-8 years)

Male

Medium

(26-60 lbs)

Black

Behavior

Personality

Adult Only Home Preferred, Cat Free Home Preferred, Single Dog Home

Health

Spayed/Neutered:

Yes

Vaccinated:

Yes

Sparky’s Compatibility

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Sparky's Story

While Sparky has a forever home at Big Barn as one of our sanctuary dogs, we would entertain the right applicant who sees how special this spunky boy is. Sparky is a mischievous and handsome boy. His favorite things are playing fetch with tennis balls, snacks, and playing in the water. Rain or snow, hot or cold, Sparky will play and walk in all of it with no complaints. He is a medium to high energy dog who will be a great hiking companion-he loves walking, jogging, running etc., but he's also happy to lounge on the couch with you if it's a lazy day. He is potty trained and only uses the bathroom outside. Sparky's ideal home would be an adult-only, pet-free home, with owners who will respect Sparky and his special needs, which include sensitivity when petting him and being mindful of introducing him to strangers. Once he makes friends with you, he is an amazing pup who will accept pets and is sure to be your best friend. If you're looking for a hiking companion, jogging buddy, and a loyal, right-hand man, come meet Sparky at Big Barn!

While Sparky has a forever home at Big Barn as one of our sanctuary dogs, we would entertain the right applicant who sees how special this spunky boy is.

Sparky is a mischievous and handsome boy. His favorite things are playing fetch with tennis balls, snacks, and playing in the water. Rain or snow, hot or cold, Sparky will play and walk in all of it with no complaints. He is a medium to high energy dog who will be a great hiking companion-he loves walking, jogging, running etc., but he's also happy to lounge on the couch with you if it's a lazy day. He is potty trained and only uses the bathroom outside.

Sparky's ideal home would be an adult-only, pet-free home, with owners who will respect Sparky and his special needs, which include sensitivity when petting him and being mindful of introducing him to strangers. Once he makes friends with you, he is an amazing pup who will accept pets and is sure to be your best friend.

If you're looking for a hiking companion, jogging buddy, and a loyal, right

How To Adopt

Sparky was listed as Adoptable by ALIVE Rescue

How can I adopt Sparky?

Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with ALIVE 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 Sparky 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 ALIVE Rescue for details on the pet.

When can I meet Sparky?

If you've submitted an inquiry, ALIVE Rescue will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Sparky, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.

What if I have more questions about the adoption process?

Just reach out directly to ALIVE Rescue, and they'll be happy to help!

ALIVE Rescue's Adoption Policy

At ALIVE Rescue, we take placing animals in their forever homes very seriously. Our goal is to take the steps to ensure each animal/family pairing is an ideal match so the animal can live in harmony with his/her forever home. For this reason, our adoption application process is completed in three steps: Application: Complete the adoption application. Pre-Screening: One of our adoption coordinators will be assigned to your application. They will check your references and conduct a phone interview with you about the animal. Home Visit: If your application and references meet our requirements, we will schedule a home visit. One of our home visit coordinators will bring the animal to your home so you can meet the animal and we can observe how your family and the animal interact with one another. We will also check your home for safety issues. Home visits typically last about one hour, and we leave with the animal to allow you time to make the decision of whether or not to add this new family member. We ask for your decision the following day, at which time, if you have been approved to adopt from us, we will schedule a time to finalize the adoption! In order to qualify for ALIVE’s adoption program all of the following steps must be met: You must be at least 24 years of age and be able to provide ALIVE with proof of age. Any current pets must be up to date on vaccinations, and be spayed/neutered. Exceptions to this will only be considered if proof of a medical explanation is provided. If you currently rent, you must provide a landlord’s phone number and a copy of your executed lease. All members of the family living in the home where the animal will be placed must be interviewed. Applicant must live within 50 miles of Chicago if interested in adopting and within 10 miles of Chicago if interested in fostering. Allow an ALIVE representative into your home for a visit to insure that your home is safe for the potential new dog or cat. Be able and willing to spend the time and money necessary to provide training, medical treatment and proper care for a pet. Currently, the requested donation to adopt a dog over 6 months of age is $300.00, a dog under 6 months of age is $375.00, a dog over the age of 7 is $150.00, rabbits are $100.00 and a cat is $150.00. If you are adopting a bonded pair, the adoption donation will be as reflected above, but as a buy one, get one free. We require an additional $75.00 training deposit at the time of adoption. You will be required to enroll and complete a training class with your new dog at one of our approved training facilities. Once ALIVE Rescue receives proof of the completed class, this $75.00 deposit will be refunded.

Our Mission

ALIVE Rescue is an animal rescue that protects the lives and the rights of animals. We believe every animal has the right to a well-balanced, socialized and fulfilled life. We take on the responsibility to save, rehabilitate and place abandoned, abused and stray animals. We provide medical, behavioral and physical support ...