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Betsy

APA-A-187426

Looks Like
Retriever, Labrador / Mixed Breed (Large)

Sex
Female

Current Weight
74 lbs

Estimated Age
4 Years
5 Months

Location
Foster

Adoption Fee
$189
Looks Like
Retriever, Labrador / Mixed Breed (Large)
Sex
Female
Current Weight
74 lbs
Estimated Age
4 Years
5 Months
Location
Foster
Adoption Fee
$189

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This sweet and gentle 4-year-young lady has earned top marks while in our care. She’s everyone’s darling, staff and volunteers alike. Betsy is very social and appreciates pets from anyone she knows and meets along the way. She’s more than ready to love and be loved in a home.

What she knows is how to sit and shake, and she is potty-trained. What she loves are long walks: 3 miles, no problem. While taking in sighs and smells, Betsy still demonstrates perfect leash manners.

Betsy came to APA! because of a skin infection. We’ve been working hard to get her feeling her best, and she made it as easy as possible for us, as she doesn’t mind being bathed and doted on. She's been so much better.

If you are looking for a gentle, warm-hearted, social yet energetic canine companion to brighten your days, come meet Betsy. She will welcome you with a bright smile and heart full of love.
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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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