Boomerang

Available

6 months- 2 years|Labrador Retriever, Mixed Breed|Male|Large|Hagerstown, MD

🐾 Friendly🎾 Playful

Boomerang

Available

6 months- 2 years|Labrador Retriever, Mixed Breed|Male|Large|Hagerstown, MD

🐾 Friendly🎾 Playful

About Boomerang

They are ready to love you; are you ready to apply? Hello! Boomerang is currently featured by the Humane Society to help him connect with loving adopters. While he's available for adoption, he isn't quite ready to go home just yet, as he is waiting for his neuter procedure. That doesn't mean you can't meet him—he'd love to get to know you, so stop by the shelter for a visit! Click apply and let the tail-wagging begin!

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 Hagerstown, MD

Hagerstown's position in Maryland's western corridor and its Appalachian Trail proximity make it a trail-rich city for pet adoption. Local shelters serve Washington County families with animals looking for homes in a community surrounded by Civil War history and mountain recreation.

With the C&O Canal towpath, Greenbrier State Park, and the city park system, Hagerstown gives adopted pets miles of river and mountain trails. The Appalachian Trail passes nearby, and the city's location between DC and the mountains provides access to varied terrain and veterinary resources.

Local Climate & Pet Care

Winter

22°F to 40°F

Dec – Feb

Cold with moderate to heavy snow depending on storm tracks. The C&O Canal towpath can be icy but the flat surface is manageable in dry conditions. Mountain trails are often snow-packed. Protect paws from road salt.

Spring

35°F to 65°F

Mar – May

Spring arrives gradually with mud on mountain trails. The towpath dries out first and offers pleasant walks by April. Wildflowers along the canal and in the parks are beautiful. Tick prevention is essential in this region.

Summer

60°F to 88°F

Jun – Aug

Warm and humid but cooler than the DC metro area. Greenbrier State Park lake offers swimming for dogs. Morning walks on the towpath are shaded and pleasant. Carry water and avoid midday heat on exposed trails.