This just in from Marti Ryan, spokeswoman for Hillsborough County Animal Services:
Want to stand out at the dog park? Dozier is naturally colorful. The lavender tongue is for real.
This year and half-old boxer/Chow Chow mix was rescued from cruelty by several other members of a fur-family now in need of true, loving homes. Dozier (ID#1562297) is a student in the shelter's ADOPT program, which stands for Amazing Dogs On Positive Training.
He's learning obedience and charm, and will come to you fully neutered/licensed/vaccinate/microchipped for just $30 at Hillsborough County Animal Services, open daily 10 until 7. For more, go to http://hillsboroughcounty.org/animalservices .
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