Velvet is likely a Pointer-Lab mix, with a classic Pointer profile, a beautiful black coat that fades to a shiny brown on her legs, and floppy ears.

What’s on your wish list for your new dog? Sharpen your pencil because Velvet checks a lot of boxes! House-trained? Check. Leash-trained? Yep! Cat friendly? Check out the video.

Those soft, silky ears earned her the nickname Velvet, and her low-energy and Lab's laid-back vibe, means you get to pet them a lot on the couch. 🙂 Her journey to IAR has resulted in a high level of separation anxiety, however. But guess what? IAR has committed to providing her new family with support from a local trainer! She will require someone who is at home most of the time and who is willing to work on strengthening her independence. A fenced yard is a must, and the ability to go in and out on her own would be a bonus (she often ventures out independently to sun on the deck with no separation issues).

Velvet will melt your heart with her signature move: resting her head on your leg and looking up at you with those beautiful big brown eyes. She is the dog for you if you are looking for a true companion. This sweet girl definitely deserves to find a wonderful new forever home!

IAR subsidizes post-adoption professional training with Jane Marshall (www.cheerydogs.com) to encourage a life-long and successful bond between the dog and the adopter. Group classes for puppies and adult dogs are provided at a substantial discount to IAR adopters.