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Vader, Mixed Breed (Medium)

Vader

Wags & Walks

Mixed Breed (Medium)1 year 11 monthsMale52 lbsAdventurousAthleticCleverEnthusiasticFood-motivatedGoofySnuggly
Good to know
Energy level
Couch potatoZoomies
🏙️Apartment fit
Needs a yardFine in a studio
🎓Experience needed
Great first dogNeeds experience
🏠Home alone
Needs companyFine all day
💵 Typical monthly cost
$105–205/month
  • Food$22–38
  • Insurance$35–60
  • Routine vet$25–45
  • Supplies$15–30
  • Grooming$10–30

A LA estimate for a dog this size and coat. Excludes the adoption fee and anything unexpected.

📈 Still growing

About 52 lbs now and still growing — this breed usually reaches 35–45 lbs.

SmallMediumLargeGiant
Now large, growing into a medium dog
🐾 What to expect
  • Good with dogs
  • Spayed / neutered
  • House-trained
  • Vaccinations up to date
  • !Not good with cats

Meet adoptable Vader! This 1-year-old, 52-lb, mixed-breed guy is super sweet, cuddly, and full of love. Vader was rescued from an overcrowded shelter and is thriving in our care, where his affectionate personality shines.⁠ He is ready to find a forever home where he’ll be loved and adored! Vader is a ball of youthful energy who truly seems to love everyone he meets. He is a young, happy guy who enjoys being close to his people and soaking up attention. Vader has a playful, loving nature and is always ready for a cuddle or some quality time. This smart boy is fully potty-trained and crate-trained, and he completed a training program with Canine School of Behavior. He gets along well with other dogs and would love a playmate in his forever home, but would also be happy as a solo pup. ⁠ ⁠ Vader will do best in a home with a yard and an experienced large-breed adopter who can provide consistent structure, continued training, and lots of love. If you’re looking for a lovable, affectionate companion with lots of potential, Vader might be the one for you.⁠

Mixed Breed

🧠 Temperament

Vader was rescued from an overcrowded shelter and is thriving in our care, where his affectionate personality shines.⁠ He is ready to find a forever…. Mixed-breed dogs pull traits from several lines, which often means fewer breed-linked health problems and a temperament best judged by meeting the dog.

🎾 Exercise

Depends on the individual. A daily walk plus play is the baseline; ask the foster how the dog behaves after a quiet day.

✂️ Grooming

Varies with coat type. Short coats need little; longer or double coats need regular brushing.

🏙️ In an LA apartment

This smart boy is fully potty-trained and crate-trained, and he completed a training program with Canine School of Behavior. Mixes are often excellent city dogs.

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