Buster

Buster is an adoptable male Labrador Retriever looking for a home at Los Angeles County - Castaic in Castaic, California. He is fully grown and medium in size. He is currently on the shelter's euthanasia list with only 2 days left, listed due to lack of space. Adopting Buster, or even sharing his story, could save a life before it's too late.

A5783970 DATE ADMITTED TO COUNTY CARE: 2026-07-08 ANIMAL TYPE: DOG AVAILABILITY STATUS: Ready to go home PRIMARY BREED: LABRADOR RETR PRIMARY COLOR: TRICOLOR SEX: Male (Neutered) SIZE: WEIGHT: 49 AGE: 6 years 0 months Surrendered due to landlord Playgroup: 'The behaviors described today reflect the dog's responses in an Animal Care Center environment and during assessment. A dog's behavior in an Animal Care Center may differ significantly from how they behave in a home. Stress, confinement, and unfamiliar surroundings can cause dogs to act out or suppress behaviors that may emerge later. A dog's behavior may change based on surroundings, training, medical, socialization, and life experiences.' He walked with no pull on the leash to the catch pen. The runner easily clasped the collar around his neck. He entered the play yard with a soft body and a neutral tail. He approached a female shepherd and exchanged a soft greeting with her. A male shepherd approached him, and he exchanged a soft greeting with him. He would slowly approach the handlers to solicit affection but was more interested in greeting the other dogs. He approached a male Corso mix and exchanged a soft greeting with him. A male shepherd offered him a play bow, and he started to tap his feet, but he did not brake into play. He remained social and friendly the rest of his time in the yard. Buster is social with other dogs and has no play style at this time. BEHAVIORALLY OK FOR PUBLIC ADOPTION, CALM DOGS (REC), MEDIUM ENERGY