Ziggy

Available

6 months- 2 years|Labrador Retriever|Male|Small|Evansville, IN

Ziggy

Available

6 months- 2 years|Labrador Retriever|Male|Small|Evansville, IN

About Ziggy

Currently located at our Owensboro, KY location Can you open your heart and home to this adorable rescue dog? Fostering is a rewarding experience that provides stability and love a homeless animal needs while we search for a forever family. Don't worry, we'll provide you with all the essentials and support you need throughout the fostering process. Your kindness can make a world of difference in the life of a homeless animal. We do allow foster to adopt homes, so , if you fall in love and want to become a forever home, you will have priority for adoption consideration! If you can offer a temporary foster home, please complete a foster application at ITVrescue.org. All of our dogs are examined by a veterinarian, given age-appropriate vaccinations, dewormed, microchipped and spayed or neutered.

About Labrador Retriever Dogs

Labrador Retrievers are America's most popular breed for good reason. Their friendly, outgoing nature and eagerness to please make them wonderful family companions. Labs are patient with children, get along well with other pets, and adapt easily to new homes.

When you adopt a Lab, you're gaining a loyal friend who thrives on human connection. Whether they're fetching a ball or curling up beside you on the couch, Labs bring boundless joy and warmth to every household they join.

Temperament

FriendlyOutgoingActiveGentle

Size

Large (55-80 lbs)

Exercise

High

Good With

Kids, Dogs, Cats

Lifespan

11-13 years

Health notes: Prone to hip and elbow dysplasia, obesity, and exercise-induced collapse. Regular vet checkups and maintaining a healthy weight are important.

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Adopting in Evansville, IN

Evansville's Ohio River setting and affordable Midwestern living make it a welcoming city for pet adoption. Southwest Indiana's largest city has shelters and rescue organizations with many animals ready for loving families in this river town with genuine character.

With the Ohio River waterfront, Wesselman Woods Nature Preserve - one of the largest urban old-growth forests in the US - and a growing trail system, Evansville offers adopted pets diverse outdoor experiences at a budget-friendly price point.

Local Climate & Pet Care

Winter

22°F to 42°F

Dec – Feb

Cold winters with moderate snowfall and occasional ice storms. The river valley can trap cold, damp air. Protect paws from salt and keep walks shorter during the coldest stretches. Wesselman Woods offers sheltered walking options.

Spring

38°F to 68°F

Mar – May

Ohio River flooding is possible during heavy spring rains. Keep pets away from high water. Severe thunderstorms and tornado watches are possible from April through June. Wildflowers in Wesselman Woods are beautiful.

Summer

65°F to 90°F

Jun – Aug

Hot and humid with river valley moisture intensifying the heat. Morning walks through the shaded old-growth forest at Wesselman Woods offer the most comfortable conditions. Keep pets well hydrated.