The status of Barkley was
last posted on 03/17/25 by
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Male Dog, Labrador Retriever
Labrador Retriever / Pug / Mixed
Description:
A FRIENDLY SWEETHEART: Approx. 5 years old / Approx. 34 lbs. Hello there! I’m Barkley! I came to Mostly Mutts from animal control and am so happy to be on the journey to my new family and new life. I’ve been getting lots of great care from the volunteers, and now they say I am ready to find a home of my very own, so let’s meet soon! I came in heartworm positive, but I'll be treated for that soon. • OTHER DOGS/CATS/KIDS: No dogs in my new home as I am reactive when they come near me. / Cats unknown. / I haven’t met kids yet at Mostly Mutts, so let’s meet and best no toddlers that I may bump over. • PERSONALITY/ENERGY LEVEL: I’m a fun and playful guy who the volunteers say is as smart as I am handsome. I bet you will think so, too! I am a people dog who is very sociable and friendly with the people I’ve met. You are sure to love my sweet nature. / My energy level is 4-6. • SKILLS/CRATE/POTTY: I am a student in the Mostly Mutts University training program, where I am learning lots of great commands with my trainer. So far, I have mastered the ‘sit’, ‘down’ and ‘stay’ commands. Check back soon to see what else I have learned. / My crate manners are good at Mostly Mutts, though I sometimes don’t want to go back in after spending time with the volunteers. / My potty habits have been pretty good at the shelter, where I've had just a few accidents on the shelter schedule. Please continue to be consistent with me on a good schedule, so I can master my potty skills. • LIKES/DISLIKES: I love spending time with people, and my favorite time of the day is when the volunteers leash me up for a nice walk. They are never long enough – lol – and I always want to walk some more, though this will have to wait until after my heartworm treatment has been completed! I also enjoy playing with toys, and I especially like the stuffed ones. Let’s make time for some nice walks and play sessions together. / I can’t think of any dislikes except I’d rather be in a home than at the shelter. I’m also sure I wouldn’t like it if I didn’t get enough love, attention, and training. • MEDICAL: I'm current on annual vaccinations, micro-chipped and neutered. Sadly, I wasn't kept on heartworm prevention in my previous home, so I'm HW positive. The good news is that I'll be treated for that in Mid-April and Mostly Mutts will cover the cost of that treatment with their vet, so local adoption please. I hope to be with my family before treatment starts! I have mild tartar on my teeth, so my adoptive family should consult with their vet and consider a dental cleaning in the future. I’m taking an inexpensive anxiety medication for shelter stress – just ask about that. I am looking for a wonderful home with a loving family! My adoption fee is $299.00, and I’m located in Kennesaw, Ga.
