Pet of the Week: Hilltop

Meet Encinitas Patch’s Pet of the Week, Hilltop, a pup who is ready to be your hiking partner and snuggle buddy.

Name:  Hilltop

Age: 1 year

Weight:  59 pounds

Gender: Male, neutered  

Breed:  Labrador Retriever–German Shepherd mix

If this pooch seems to bark with a drawl, it's because he recently arrived in southern California from an animal sanctuary near New Orleans. Hilltop is a Southern gentleman who is bursting with energy and brimming with love.

He's a big dog, but still very much a puppy that loves squeaky toys, other dogs, and people. This is a dog that can go almost everywhere with you. He likes to ride in the car, loves playing with other dogs, and would probably love camping and hiking. Or he's happy to just hang out at home.

He's had some training and his new family will want to spend time with him, reinforcing what he's already learned.

Hilltop's $125 adoption fee includes medical exam, up to date vaccinations, neuter, and microchip. 

For more information about dogs, cats, and rabbits that need families call 760-753-64-13, log on to SDpets.org, or visit Rancho Coastal Humane Society at 389 Requeza Street in Encinitas. Kennels are open Wednesday through Monday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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