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Kids & Family

Take Home the Handsome Dog Harvey Today

This retriever mix is available for adoption from the Dearborn Animal Shelter.

Harvey looks like quite the serious dog—but that's only because he's trying to assure you of how great of a companion he'd be.

At one-and-a-half years old, Harvey already expresses a gentle nature and shows off his good manners. He knows how to sit, but is still learning that he doesn't need to guard his food, so he may do best in a home without children under 12.

Harvey has been neutered and is ready to go home now from the .

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To learn more about Harvey, view his Petfinder profile here.

The adoption fee for an adult dog such as Harvey is currently $140. Adoption fees include a basic medical exam, behavior assessment, age-appropriate vaccinations, parasite and worm check, spay or neuter, microchip ID, travel box, and pet care information.

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Adopters are also eligible for pet insurance from PetFirst HealthCare at an introductory price of $5 for the first month. The price includes accident and illness coverage with any veterinarian. Adopters must register their pet within 20 days of adoption by calling 866-937-PETS, or visiting www.petfirstadoption.com.

To learn more about Harvey, or to see other available adoptable animals, go to the Dearborn Animal Shelter website at www.dearborn-animals.com, call the shelter at 313-943-2697 or visit their location on Greenfield Road, south of Rotunda Drive.

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