Ivory

Available

6 years old|Labrador Retriever|Female|Medium|Columbia, MO

🐕 Dog Friendly🧑‍🧒‍🧒 Good with Children🤗 Affectionate🦮 Leash Trained🏃‍♂️ Moderate Energy

Ivory

Available

6 years old|Labrador Retriever|Female|Medium|Columbia, MO

🐕 Dog Friendly🧑‍🧒‍🧒 Good with Children🤗 Affectionate🦮 Leash Trained🏃‍♂️ Moderate Energy

Ivory is a medium-sized, female Labrador Retriever mix with a short white and cream coat accented with black. At six years and two months old, she is an adult dog who is spayed, vaccinated, and house trained. Ivory is living in Columbia, MO and is looking for an active home.

About Ivory

Ivory and her sister Onyx have lived through a lot of changes, but she’s kept her sweet temperament and gentle spirit. She lost her main caretakers and ended up in less-than-ideal conditions, only to be rescued, brought across state lines, vetted, and finally given a shot at a stable life. Ivory is six years old, up to date on her shots, heartworm-free, and spayed. She has a short, mostly white and cream coat with some black, and looks forward to a home that can offer her active walks, hikes, and time to explore. Ivory does best with regular exercise to stay in shape, gets along nicely with other dogs, and is comfortable around children of all ages. She can be trusted both on and off leash. However, she’s got a pretty high prey drive, so a home without chickens or other small birds is a must for her safety and theirs. Ivory would love to be adopted with Onyx if possible, but is also open to finding her own person. She currently lives in Columbia, MO. Ready to fall in love? Hit apply and lets get started.

Questions about Ivory

What type of living environment is this breed usually best suited for?
Ivory, a Labrador Retriever mix, will thrive in a home that provides plenty of activity and structure. Labradors are versatile and adapt well to homes with yards, but also do well in active households that give them exercise and purpose.
How much outdoor space does this breed typically need?
Labrador mixes like Ivory benefit from a securely fenced yard or regular access to open spaces for walks, runs, or play. She’ll appreciate any environment that lets her stretch her legs safely.
Is this breed typically suitable for homes with children?
Ivory does well with children of all ages, and Labrador Retrievers are known for their friendly, steady temperament, making them great companions for families.
Is this breed usually better for first-time or experienced owners?
Ivory’s breed is generally a good fit for both first-time and experienced dog owners. She’ll do best with someone committed to exercise and continued guidance.
Does this breed typically get along with dogs?
Ivory gets along with other dogs, which lines up with the Labrador’s reputation for being social and friendly with canines.
Does this breed typically get along with cats?
Some Labradors can get along with cats, but Ivory’s high prey drive means she may do best in a household without smaller animals like cats.
Does this breed typically get along with small animals?
Ivory should not live with chickens or small fowl, and because of her prey drive, she may not be a good match for homes with rabbits or other small animals.
How does this breed typically behave with strangers?
Labrador Retrievers are usually friendly and trustworthy with strangers. Ivory is likely to greet new people with curiosity and warmth.
How long can this breed typically be left alone?
Ivory can handle reasonable periods alone, but like most Labradors, she will do best with a routine and plenty of human interaction to avoid boredom.
What level of training does this breed usually require?
Labrador mixes like Ivory respond well to positive training methods. She is already house trained and leash reliable, but benefits from structure and guidance.
What size range does this breed generally fall into?
Ivory is a medium-sized dog, in line with her breed’s typical size.
What is the typical lifespan of this breed?
Labrador Retriever mixes like Ivory often live between 10-14 years with good care and regular vet visits.
How much does this breed typically shed?
Ivory has a short coat and will shed moderately year-round. Regular brushing helps manage the loose fur.