Today we join our friends Teddy, Scout and Ash from Dogs N Pawz for the Tuesday’s Tails Blog hop.
As Lisa says, “This is the Blog Hop that features shelter animals. Find a cat, dog, rabbit, etc. at your local animal shelter or rescue and feature them on this Blog Hop! Come join the fun and help a furry friend find a forever home! And while you’re at it, don’t forget to visit the other blogs and share their doggies, cats, rabbits, and all the other animals that need forever homes on your social media sites. Please spread the word!”
Once again I chose a senior black lab. Many dogs suffer from black dog syndrome, I’m not sure if anyone has ever figured out why so many black dogs are not adopted. Having a chocolate dog myself (and having seen her picture on Petfinder) my guess would be, it’s hard to get a great picture of them.
I’ve also heard people may feel a tiny bit scared of them, because of the whole black cat thing. Whatever!
I know some beautiful dogs that are black and had fate not intervened I’d have one right now myself. When Hubby said, the only color we’re missing is black, let’s get a Black Lab I said NO.
What can I say? I have my hands full with the two I have.
Anyway, back to the blog hop. The picture of this guy, named Drifter caught my eye on Petfinder.
You can find more photos of Drifter on Petfinder.
Here’s what they have to say about him.
Drifter is a mellow guy who showed up to someone’s front yard with no collar and no plans of leaving. No owners could be found after searching the area. Drifter is around 7-8 years old and weighs 65 lbs. He is house / crate trained and very sweet with children and other dogs he meets. He walks great on a leash and is pretty much the perfect pet for anyone looking for a loyal, mild mannered fellow.
If you or anyone you know is interested in Drifter, Labs 4 Rescue has an application on their website. If you require additional information, reference Drifter #3 and email Marla Cox at mclabs4rescue@gmail.com.
Drifter #3 is being fostered in Connecticut.
This is the Tuesday’s Tails Blog Hop hosted by Dogs N Pawz.
He sounds like a great fit for you! 🙂
With the description you give of Drifter, it is heartbreaking he isn’t out there living with a family and making them happy.
Drifter sounds lovely. Sharing.
Sheba.
It always amazes me how many black dogs and cats battle to find homes. Goodness, they are great animals. They are more difficult to photograph but who, in their right minds, is adopting a dog for its’ photographic properties. I do hope this beauty finds itself a home. Great job spreading the news.
I’ll have to share him, too! I have cousins in Connecticut who are dog-less right now. Drifter might be perfect for them.
Oh we wish Drifter a forever home soon. Paws crossed. Have a terrific Tuesday.
Best wishes Molly
What a sweet old guy.
Good luck recovering from Blog Pawz. I’m living vicariously through you guys, so I’m excited to hear your report!
I think the black dog syndrome is more intimidating than superstitious. Think about Dobermans and rotties. Big and black dogs tend to be viewed as dangerous, especially for people who don’t know breeds. That said, Drifter looks like a real sweetheart. We found our two Aussie mixes through PetFinder years ago. Or Aussie rescue. Can’t remember.
Aww, Drifter looks like he’d make a great friend for someone! Having a black dog myself, I really feel for the poor black dogs that get overlooked in the shelters. 🙁
I didn’t really pull Flat Riley out too much at BlogPaws this weekend…there was so much else to focus on! I didn’t know you were on the same floor! I knew Kari was, but never even ran into her up there. I left kinda early in the night on Saturday, but I think I said a quick goodbye to you. If not, sorry! Yes, I wish we would have had more time to chat, but there’s always next year! 🙂
Drifter # 3 sounds like a honey! I shared him on 3 Pinterest boards and facebook. Hopefully he finds a new home soon (or his old family if they have lost him!)
I so love the older dogs. Hope that guys gets a home. He is handsome.
I read an article about black dogs and that is exactly what they said about photographing them, hard to get a good photo. I ran across something on fb quite a while ago about a photographer who was working with some shelters doing photo shoots that show cased the black animals much better. I also think Flea summed it up well about the fear factor. It is unfortunate for them 🙁
Sure hope this guy finds his forever home real soon.
I love black dogs! I have had several black dogs and have never figured out why they are usually the last to be adopted. I hope Drifter finds a home real soon. He looks like a sweetheart! Thanks for joining the blog hop!
Drifter looks like such a love. I hope he finds his furever home soon.
I confess I’ve never had a black dog. But then, I’ve never had a blonde either. Or a red dog. Or a brindle. Growing up with a beagle has made me a nut for any tri-colored pup!
He looks and sounds like a sweetie. Just look at those sugar lips! 🙂 Will be sharing.
When I first found out about Black Dog Syndrome, I just didn’t understand at all. I love black dogs! Have you ever browsed this site, Jodi? http://www.blackpearldogs.com
And yet I know people who only want black labs…lol. Hope Drifter finds a good home.
He sounds like such a nice dog, and looks very sweet. I hope someone sees past his middle age and gives him the good home he deserves.
He is very lovely!! I don’t understand the whole black pet syndrome either and I hope people will look past it to give Mary a home http://www.harringtonspetfood.com/content/UK/info7