LAKEPORT, Calif. – Looking for a dignified new friend to walk around the neighborhood with you?

This handsome male Doberman Pinscher is red in color with tan markings, and has a sweet disposition.

It appears that he has had some solid obedience training, as he knows basic commands and responds both to voice and hand signals, and walks well on a leash.

He's a large and grand-looking dog, and is expected to make a good companion for the person who appreciates him.

He's in kennel No. 23, ID No. 4461.

To fill out an adoption application online visit http://www.co.lake.ca.us/Government/Directory/Animal_Care_And_Control/Adopt/Dog___Cat_Adoption_Application.htm .

Lake County Animal Care and Control is located at 4949 Helbush in Lakeport, next to the Hill Road Correctional Facility.

Office hours are Monday through Friday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., and 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Saturday. The shelter is open from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday and on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Visit the shelter online at http://www.co.lake.ca.us/Government/Directory/Animal_Care_And_Control.htm .

For more information call Lake County Animal Care and Control at 707-263-0278.

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