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Bandito

APA-A-131021

Looks Like
Foxhound, American / Retriever, Labrador

Sex
Male

Current Weight
72 lbs

Estimated Age
3 Years
11 Months

Location
TLAC
Building 4

Adoption Fee
$25
Looks Like
Foxhound, American / Retriever, Labrador
Sex
Male
Current Weight
72 lbs
Estimated Age
3 Years
11 Months
Location
TLAC
Building 4
Adoption Fee
$25

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Some dogs give their whole heart right away—Bandito is the kind who saves his biggest love for someone truly special. This charming boy shines brightest in the right environment, and he's looking for an adopter who appreciates what makes him wonderfully unique. Bandito adores people and forms incredibly strong bonds with those he trusts. Getting there requires an adopter who can read his cues, respect his boundaries, and understand that good things come to those who wait. But once he knows you're his person? Get ready for a goofy, playful companion who loves nothing more than being by your side. Whether he's chasing his favorite ball around the yard, exploring the neighborhood on a casual walk, or melting into the couch for snuggle time, Bandito brings joy and personality to everything he does. He just needs it to happen on his timeline, in his safe space.
Bandito's Dream Setup:
-A peaceful, adults-only home where he's the star of the show
-A yard for epic fetch sessions (or a quiet apartment sanctuary—he's flexible!)
-All the love and attention his big heart deserves.

If you're looking for a devoted companion, Bandito might just be your perfect match. Curious about this special guy? Contact us to learn more!

INTERESTED IN FOSTERING?

This pup is currently located at our Town Lake Animal Center (1156 W. Cesar Chavez, but use 1200 Reserve Road for mapping purposes). We'd love to show them off to you! To learn more about them, head in any day between 12:00PM - 6:00PM. We are open 7 days a week! Go to Building B and ask to speak with a Matchmaker about fostering this pup. You will sit down and discuss all we know about them and, if it's a good fit, get to meet them then! Please budget for a wait time unless you arrive right at opening as we cannot dictate walk-in traffic (wait times tend to be highest in the evenings and on weekends). If this pup ends up not being the best fit, we have so many other pups in need that we can suggest for your household on the spot!

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Requirements

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Please plan on allowing adequate time to be matched with a dog, have relevant consultations, and complete all necessary paperwork. This can take 1-2 hours in total.

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Fill out our adoption application and meet with an adoption counselor.

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You must be at least 18 years of age.

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You must show a picture ID with a current address. If this isn't available, we will accept a picture ID with a current utility bill.

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An APA!-conducted meet-and-greet with current household dogs is recommended for most and required for some adult dogs.

Our adoption fee varies per dog depending on age, breed, and/or medical condition(s). This fee includes:

Spay or neuter surgery (Please note that an additional $100 refundable deposit is required for all dogs who are not yet spayed or neutered.)

Heartworm test on dogs 6 months and older

Current vaccinations

Deworming treatment

Microchip

Lifetime behavior support

Accepted forms of payment include cash, debit or credit card, or money order payable to Austin Pets Alive!.

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