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We take the dogs that are adopted down...so if a dog is on the website they are available. Obedience training and fully fenced in yard is required for all our pups. Completion certificate for training needs to be emailed once complete. When applying pictures/videos of your fully enclosed yard is needed. Please only send inquiries to the email in this bio all others will not be answered. Please read the bio before sending questions - we answer all we know about the dog here. If the question is not answered in the bio please send emails to info@HeidisLegacyDogRescue.com Meet Cooper & Artie: The Ultimate Dream Team This dynamic duo recently lost their beloved owner and found themselves starting over. Through no fault of their own, they are looking for a fresh start. They are a bonded pair and must be adopted together. Home Life & Compatibility Dogs: Friendly and welcoming to all canine buddies. Cats: Peaceful and respectful roommates for feline friends. Bond: Inseparable best friends who comfort and balance each other. Meet the Boys Cooper (The Gentle Soul) Breed: Lab mix with adorable short legs. Age: Turning 13 this November (a distinguished senior). Personality: Calm, wise, and full of gentle affection. Vibe: Content with short walks and long naps by your feet. Artie (The Joyful Sidekick) Breed: Poodle mix. Age: 4 years old (young adult). Personality: Playful, affectionate, and full of life. Vibe: Keeps Cooper feeling young and brings a spark of energy to the home. ❤️ Why Adopt This Pair? You get the absolute best of both worlds with this duo. Cooper brings the low-maintenance, soothing presence of a senior dog. Artie brings the fun, active companionship of a young adult. They already have perfect house manners and a ready-made friendship. They are ready to fill your home with double the love and gratitude. Cooper & Artie's adoption fee is $600 - obedience training is required after adoption and fully enclosed front or backyard is also required. To apply to foster or adopt please fill out application at www.heidislegacydogrescue.com/apply-to-foster-or-adopt Thank you for completing the application. We are all volunteers and short on time, we will contact you back only if we have more questions or your application is approved and you will be invited to meet the dog. We apologize for not being able to answer everyone back. For more information contact info@HeidisLegacyDogRescue.com DOGS are in Foster Homes. There is NO shelter. **Our companions MUST live in your home as part of your family.**We do not transport. **See our website for more information. www. HeidisLegacyDogRescue.com All communication is thru email only so please be patient with us. We are all volunteers and work full time jobs and have families of our own. The more complete the application the easier it is for us to process it. Please notify your vet that we will be contacting them and to release information to us. If you don't hear from us we have chosen a home better matched for the dog's needs. We apologize for not being able to answer everyone back. ADOPTION PROCESS: 1. Complete this application www.heidislegacydogrescue.com/apply-to-foster-or-adopt ***Everyone must submit an application - we only keep them on file for 30 days 2. Application background check, vet check, etc 3. Invitation thru email only to meet the dog(s). If you don't hear from us we have chosen a home better matched for the dog's needs 4. Adoption Contract

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Bonded Pair - Cooper & Artie

BreedLabrador Retriever / Poodle (Standard)SexMaleSizeMediumAgeAdult
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Heidi's Legacy Dog Rescue
Tampa, FL 33611

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📞 (813) 416-1349

✉️ Lenore.d@heidislegacydogrescue.com

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