PET OF THE WEEK

Photo 1 of Max

Name: Max

Breed: Chocolate Lab

Weight: 96lbs

Home: Boulder Colorado

Best Friend: Marcie Miller

Hobbies: Hiking, rock climbing, swimming, chasing ball (or whatever), growling at other dogs when he really just wants to be friends, licking and howling at police cars.

Max is a 6 year old Chocolate Lab that was born in Rochester New York. I met the breeder in a park where she told me that her landlord was going to kick her out if she didn't get rid of the puppies. I bought Max for $20.00 that night. He was the largest of the litter and was always out in front.

He came home to another Lab (a black) that is three years older than him. They have always been best friends although very much like brothers. One time I was throwing a large log for the dogs and Max ran under my arm from behind when I was throwing it underhand and it hit him in the head. (I have to say I am very careful with the dogs, it was a fluke) It knocked him out. I took him to the emergency vet where he woke up in about ten minutes. He has seemed happier since, nothing ever bothers Max!

Max will never leave the yard. We always be sure that there is a fence so the dogs have a large yard to play in. On the inevitable times that the other dog has found a way out, Max was always sitting in the yard waiting for me, and to tell on his brother I think. Max loves to swim! Here he is showing off his diving skills in our pool!

Max with his brother

Max is tattooed with a very long number. Before I heard about the APA's program, I had tattooed him with a 7 digit number. Then I had the APA letters added so he could be properly registered. His thigh looks like an owners manual! But we know for sure it will be seen if he ever is lost! His brother was lost once and recovered by the APA, but Max is just a homebody.

I just wish you could meet Max. He is truly my best friend. If you would like to write me about Max or your dog or cat, just go to the feedback form and APA will forward the message to me!

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