Find a Sweet New Companion in Smokey

Smokey has a bit of a sad story.

This 8-year-old Labrador retriever mix was brought to the as a stray, but when his owners were found, they didn't want him.

Luckily, he knows he'll find another great home soon.

Smokey weighs 65 pounds, and has a shiny black coat of fur. He would do best in a home without cats, or children under the age of 12. If you have another dog, it's best that you bring them to the shelter to meet Smokey before bringing your new dog home.

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

The adoption fee for an adult dog such as Smokey is $140. Adoption fees include a basic medical exam, behavior assessment, age-appropriate vaccinations, parasite and worm check, spay or neuter, microchip ID, travel box, cat comforter and cat care information. An optional, but recommended, combination feline AIDS and feline leukemia test (for cats 12 weeks and older) is an additional $20.

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 Smokey, or to see other available adoptable animals, go to the Dearborn Animal Shelter website at www.dearbornanimals.org, call the shelter at 313-943-2697 or visit their location on Greenfield Road, south of Rotunda Drive.