Meet Linus.
Dana Point, CA · Baby · Labrador Retriever / Shepherd / Mixed
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Listed since . Listing dates do not establish shelter intake or continuous availability.
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In the shelter’s words
Meet Linus: Your Next Adventure Buddy and Class Clown! Looking for a dog with brains, personality, and enough joyful energy to keep up with an active lifestyle? Linus is your guy!At almost 2 years old, this handsome Shepherd mix is the ultimate blend of whip-smart, wildly fun, and endearingly goofy. And at a petite 45 pounds, he’s the perfect size for adventures without taking up the whole couch!Linus has an infectious zest for life. He’s always ready for a hike, an intense game of fetch, or a training session. He’s also great with kids and loves hanging out with other pups, making him a fun-loving companion for an active family.Don’t let his playful, knucklehead antics fool you, though—Linus has a serious work ethic. He is razor sharp and absolutely thrives on learning new things. When it’s playtime, he’s full-throttle joy, but when you tell him it’s time to work, he flips the switch and shows up ready to listen and impress.Linus’s Ideal Match:Active Lifestyle: A home that loves staying moving and will channel his fun, athletic energy.Brain Games & Training: An adopter who enjoys teaching new tricks, engaging his busy mind, and continuing his foundation work.Family & Dog Friendly: Linus is great with kids and enjoys having other dogs around, so he’d love a family ready to include him in the fun.If you want a loyal, hilarious partner who will keep you laughing, keep you moving, and make you proud with how smart he is, Linus is ready to meet his forever team.
Outside the kennel
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RescueGroups record ID: 21259964
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What this home needs
- Other dogs
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“Feed checkbox: Yes”
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Shelter statement ↗ - Cats
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“Feed checkbox: Yes”
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Shelter statement ↗ - Children
Mentioned by the shelter
“Feed checkbox: Yes”
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Shelter statement ↗ - Still to ask the shelter
housing and stairs · medical and care. These details are not documented here; unknown does not mean no.
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Linus
Currently listed by the shelter
Dog · Baby · Labrador Retriever / Shepherd / Mixed · Male
Love All Animals via RescueGroups.org
Dana Point, CA
Listed since — listing date, not shelter intake.
RescueGroups record ID: 21259964
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Adoption information:
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