DEREK NEEDS A FOREVER HOME!!!!
Name: Derek Best Guess for Breed: Lab mix
Best Guess for Age: 5 months as of 8/21/26 SEX: Male
Estimated Weight (puppies' weights change quickly!): 16 lbs as of 7/20/26
Gets Along With: Most puppies are in the prime of their socialization window and will do well with other dogs, cats and kids so long as they receive patience and proper training.
Currently Living at: DC area foster home
Special Adoption Considerations: Dogs from Puerto Rico have a major transition to go through when they arrive and will need humans who are very committed to socialization. We think this pup would do best with either a resident dog or a family who can make sure they can go on walks regularly with other dogs, visit the dog park, or go to doggie daycare to learn the ropes.
Derek is Looking For: Hi! The five of us - Daria, Delia, Dolly, Donnie, and Derek - have loved growing up together in our puppy pile in balmy Puerto Rico with our mama Minnie, but now we're ready to split up and get our forever homes in the DC area! I'm looking for a home that will let me play with toys and get my puppy zoomies out and give me snuggles in between playtimes. And to explore my new neighborhood on lots of walks, and I'd really like to make a bunch of doggie friends along the way. Oh, and I should probably take a puppy obedience class or two so I can show you how smart I am. What do you say? Do I get to go home with you?What My Foster Says About Me: Derek is such a sweet and special boy! He is making amazing progress with crate training (he will sometimes put himself in there during the day) and house training. He enjoys kongs and lick mats, and will do really well with training as he loves to learn. Sometimes the city noises make him nervous but he is making so much progress every day. Anyone would be lucky to have him! He is also sweet to other dogs he meets.
Puppy Vetting Requirements: Lucky Puppies have had their age appropriate vaccines, but may not yet be “fully” vaccinated. It is the adopter’s responsibility to ensure that the remaining puppy vaccines are given at the appropriate time. Please also keep in mind that, until your puppy is fully vaccinated, they are at greater risk for illness than an adult dog.
Your new puppy will need to work on their house training and will also need to go to obedience school so they can grow into a well-socialized dog! TO ADOPT: The adoption fee for this puppy is $485, which includes the cost of routine vetting and transport from the shelter. If you are interested in adopting, please complete the Adoption Questionnaire online bit.ly/adoptaluckydog
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