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Meet Oliver Male DOB: February 16, 2026 Weight: 9 pounds current. (medium small breed) Breed: Black Labrador / Terrier Mix Neutered (Fixed) Vaccines: In Progress (puppy vaccines up to age schedule) Microchipped Healthy & Adoption-Ready Personality, Breed Info & Expectations Oliver is a sweet and lovable puppy with a happy personality and a heart full of affection. He is at a wonderful age where he is eager to learn, explore, and bond with his future family. He enjoys spending time with people and approaches life with the curiosity and enthusiasm that make puppies so special. Oliver is playful, friendly, and always ready for his next adventure. Whether he is exploring his surroundings, playing with toys, or cuddling up after a busy day, he brings joy and positive energy wherever he goes. He is looking for a family that will help him continue learning and growing into a confident, well-mannered adult dog. A Labrador Retriever / Terrier Mix is typically a friendly, intelligent, and affectionate companion with a wonderful balance of playful energy and gentle loyalty. This breed mix often combines the Labrador's loving, people-oriented nature with the Terrier's confidence, curiosity, and spirited personality. They are eager to please, highly trainable, and thrive on spending time with their families. Regular exercise, mental enrichment, and positive reinforcement training help them become well-balanced, confident dogs. Whether enjoying outdoor adventures, playing fetch, or relaxing at home with their favorite people, a Labrador Retriever / Terrier Mix is happiest when included as a valued member of the family. Oliver would thrive in a home prepared for: Ongoing puppy training and supervision Daily exercise, playtime, and enrichment Positive socialization experiences Structure, consistency, and routine A lifelong commitment to his emotional and physical well-being He is still very young and will need a family ready to invest the time, patience, and guidance required to raise a puppy. Training, Adjustment & What to Expect Like most rescue puppies, Oliver may not have had early structure, socialization, or formal training before entering rescue. Puppies require supervision, consistency, and patience as they learn how to navigate life in a home environment. Adopters should expect normal puppy behaviors such as chewing, teething, accidents, learning household routines, and testing boundaries. These behaviors are completely normal and are part of healthy puppy development. Oliver will benefit from: Positive reinforcement training Daily structure and routine Continued socialization and exposure Patience, consistency, and supervision Gentle guidance throughout his development Please remember the 3-3-3 Rule: 3 days to decompress 3 weeks to learn routine 3 months to feel fully at home With patience, training, and love, Oliver will grow into a loyal and devoted companion. Owner Responsibilities & Veterinary Care Owning a puppy is a lifelong commitment that includes training, exercise, veterinary care, and emotional responsibility. Oliver will need: Routine veterinary care and vaccine boosters Preventative care including flea, tick, and parasite prevention Proper nutrition to support healthy growth Daily exercise and mental enrichment Ongoing training and socialization A safe, stable indoor living environment Because Oliver is still growing, his family should be prepared to continue helping him learn appropriate behaviors and develop confidence as he matures. Oliver is an indoor family dog and is not to be chained or left outside. Adoption Information If you are interested in adopting this wonderful dog, please complete an adoption application by visiting: https://www.ozzieandfriendsrescue.org/adoptions Thank you for considering adoption through Ozzie and Friends Rescue, a Los Angeles-based rescue dedicated to giving dogs a second chance at a loving home. Our team carefully reviews every application and will reach out to help match you with the right dog for your home and lifestyle. You may be seeing our dogs listed in multiple states because we work hard to give as many of our rescue dogs as possible the opportunity to be seen by loving families beyond our local area. While we are based in Los Angeles, we expand our reach throughout the Western United States and the Midwest to help more dogs find the forever homes they deserve. We understand that transportation and adoption fees can sometimes feel like a big commitment, and we truly appreciate every person who considers opening their heart and home to a rescue dog. Our goal is simply to give these dogs the best chance at being seen, adopted, and loved. Ozzie and Friends Rescue coordinates safe and reliable transport so adopted dogs can travel to their new homes across the Western United States, Canada, and the Midwest. We can’t wait to help you meet your next fur-ever best friend.