Adopt a Labrador Retriever (short coat)

Tony - Yellow male, 1 year old

Nice to meet you everyone! My name is Tony and I am excited to get to know you better! I am a very special boy – sweet and snuggly and smart as can be! I love young children and am a friend to everyone I meet. I am a classic happy & handsome Labrador, but I was born with a medical condition called Mega-Esophagus. Mega-Esophagus (MegaE) is a generalized enlargement of the esophagus which makes it hard for liquids to move down to my stomach. My case is relatively minor and the only thing I cannot do is drink water like other dogs. Instead, my foster mom soaks my food in water to make a thick soup 3-4 times a day and this is how I stay hydrated. I cannot drink water from a bowl or be around open water as my esophagus cannot get water to my tummy properly. Other than that pesky MegaE, I am a normal happy go-lucky boy with no other health problems. I know my MegaE will make it harder for me to find my forever family, but I am sure hoping you are out there somewhere!

I love people and am a very friendly well-socialized boy. I am extremely smart and know a variety of basic commands. I am fully crate-trained and house-trained and have excellent house manners. I love playing with other dogs and children and I am patient and gentle with even the smallest children. I do need to avoid activity in the heat, as I can get dehydrated very quickly since I cannot have water like a regular dog. I would love to find a forever family where my people are home a lot so they can take care of me and feed me my special meal several times a day. I think a home on the coast or in the mountains where I can be more comfortable and stay hydrated would be a great fit for me. I have a lot of love to give and can’t wait to find a forever family to share my life with. I know my health issues are a challenge, but I don’t let them get me down – I won’t let anything get in the way of my happiness!

Tony is the sweetest boy with a huge heart full of love. He is a true inspiration and always tries to live life to the fullest despite his health challenges. Unfortunately, there is no cure for Mega-Esophagus, but Tony’s case is mild and can be managed well by feeding him 3-4 times a day and soaking these meals in water to keep him hydrated. Tony cannot have free-standing water around (i.e. no water dish, pools, lakes, etc.). Tony would do very well in a cooler climate, where dehydration is not as much of a risk. Tony is a true sweetheart who deserves a family to call his own and love forever. If you are interested in making Tony a member of your family, please take some time to research Mega Esophagus prior to applying. This loving boy is so deserving of a life full of happiness and comfort – if you can provide Tony with the life of care and love he needs, please apply today at www.labrescuefresno.org. 

If you are interested in adopting through Labrador Retriever Rescue of Fresno, you must first fill out an Adoption Application located at our website www.LabRescueFresno.org All dogs are spayed/neutered, up to date on age appropriate vaccines including rabies; flea/tick topical drops, heartworm tested and microchipped. Thank you for opting to adopt!! 

Adoption Fees
Adult Dog (10 mos. – 7 years): $250.00 
Puppy (9 mos. and under): $350.00
Senior (8 yrs. and up)/Special Needs Dog: $100.00