By Kyle Hutchinson Photo Credit: Animal Protective League / Official Website This is Bowser. He is a 1-year-old retriever-mix, who was brought into the APL from Montgomery County Animal Control. Bowser can be a bit nervous at first meeting, so it takes him a bit of time to warm up to people â however give him some time⦠heâll be your best friend! Bowser is great around humans, but given his shy nature, the APL recommends a house without kids or cats. He hasnât had much interaction with other dogs. He currently available for adoption at the Animal Protective League, located at 1001 Taintor Road in Springfield.