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Nitro is a around 9 months old, with the face of a Black Lab and the body of a Rottweiler. You'll never believe what happened to this dog ~ his owners moved away and left him behind to fend for himself! No matter how many times I hear thi story, I'll never understand it. How can someone drive off, knowing their pet is chasing behind the car, wondering what is happening? How long does the pet sit by the front door waiting for it's family to come back? Fortunately for Nitro, a neighbor recognized him, wandering the streets. Although his family is allergic to dogs, he provided Nitro the care that he could, safe in the back yard, food and water. And then he contacted us, asking for help find this sweetheart a home. Well, of course we will! We know that Nitro knows Sit and Shake, is loveable, craves attention, adores kids, but may jump up on people and dig. He definately needs a secure fence and digging prevention. And no small animals.

After working with Nitro I can say that you couldn't get a better guy! He is so gentle and loving and looks for the praise that comes when he is a good boy. He never pulls me when he is on the leash and gets along with the other dogs. I highly recommend this wonderful guy!


*** How familiar are you with the Labrador Retriever? According to www.dogbreedinfo.com, the Labrador Retriever is a loving, affectionate, lovable, patient dog. Once known as the "St John's Dogs," the Labrador Retriever is one of the most popular breeds in the United States. Originally from Newfoundland, Canada the Labrador was trained to jump overboard into the icy waters to haul fisherman's nets to shore. Specimens were brought to England in the 1800's by English ships coming from Labrador, where the dog's fine retrieving instincts were honed and developed. One of the best family dogs and canine companions because of their gentle, loving disposition, the highly trainable Labrador also excels in drug detection, as a guide for the blind, and service dog for the disabled. The breed is also an outstanding obedience and field trial competitor. Highly intelligent, loyal, willing, and high-spirited. Lively and good-natured, they love to play, especially in water - for they love to swim. They have an excellent, reliable, temperament and are friendly, superb with children and equable with other dogs. They crave human attention and need to feel as though they are part of the family. Labs are easily trained. These dogs are watchdogs, not guard dogs, although some have been known to guard. They have a life expectancy of 10-12 years.