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Pluto

Labrador Retriever / Mixed (short coat) · Young (7 months) · Male · Medium · Seattle, WA

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Notes from Dog Gone Seattle Rescue

Animal Information: Pluto is a 38lb, 6-month-old male lab mix (mama was a lab mix, but we don't know where his stumpy legs came from!). Until recently, he and his littermates lived in an outdoor pen with out adequate access to shelter or water. Luckily they were picked up by our rescue partners, and Pluto has been loving indoor dog life. He will need to work on his leash manners, but this happy go lucky guy is made of best friend material. We can't wait to meet him!

Foster Profile:

Pluto is a silly young pup with a beautifully brindled coat that somehow stops in the middle of his forehead, hilariously looking like the printer just ran out of ink. His ideal family will have a friendly dog to help him build his confidence, though he would also be fine as a solo dog. They will need to be patient as he's still going through his puppy phase (chewing on things, jumping on people), but this waggly little bundle of joy is social and eager to please, with a great off-switch. An active family would be ideal to help keep him from any mischief—two walks a day seem sufficient to tire him out. He can be a little pushy at times, so he will need strong leadership to teach him boundaries as he grows older. A single-family residence is preferred as he can be a little vocal when left alone, though he settles down quickly.

Pluto is learning to live life in a big city—joggers and cars used to make him nervous but he's making progress every day and walks well on a leash. He takes a moment to warm up, but he's loved every human and dog he's met. He's very food-motivated and loves to self-entertain with toys. He's crate-trained, albeit with the occasional FOMO whining. He happily puts himself in his crate when he's tired, though he does also love his couch time. He's never had an accident in his crate and easily sleeps through the night. He's got head tilts down to an art, and will be sure to bring his future family lots of laughter, joy, and snuggles!

Adoption Info: Adoption fee is $575 which includes spay/neuter, core vaccinations Rabies and DPPV per AVMA standards, any indicated preventative care, heartworm test, microchip with lifetime registration, and recent health check with a veterinarian. Adoption fee may be tax deductible as Dog Gone Seattle is a 501c3 organization (ID 81-5101166).

Apply Online: www.doggoneseattle.org/adoption-application

Animal History: This dog was transferred from Oklahoma via Furry Freight. He will be arriving to foster care on 09/20/26 and available for adoption in the greater Seattle area once evaluated in foster care.

About Pluto

Gets along with

Dogs
Yes
Cats
Yes

Home and care

Energy
Moderate
Exercise needs
Moderate
How vocal
Some
With new people
Cautious
Training
Needs Training
Coat
Short

Health

Vaccinations current
Yes

AffectionateCrate-trainedEager to pleaseGood in the carGoofyPlayfulPlays with toys

As listed by Dog Gone Seattle Rescue. Please confirm anything important with them before you adopt.

What happens next

  1. Contact Dog Gone Seattle Rescue using the button. AdoptNearby does not take applications.
  2. They will send you their application or ask a few questions about your home.
  3. Most organizations arrange a meet, sometimes a home visit, then a small adoption fee that usually covers spay or neuter and vaccines. That fee is paid to Dog Gone Seattle Rescue, never to AdoptNearby.
  4. Read the dogs care guide so you arrive prepared.
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