At just 6 months old, Max and Ruby (now Bailey), were picked up as strays in North Carolina. They were so frightened at the shelter that they would flatten themselves to the floor in the corner of their run. Fortunately, one of the visiting vets saw something in them and asked if Lab Rescue could help. Of course, we said, “yes.”

 

Max made a little more progress than his sister, so we moved him north to Virginia to be fostered with a wonderful trainer we work with. Soon he started opening up. Next it was Ruby’s turn. She was much more fearful, but we cautiously moved her to stay with the same foster. Ruby didn’t seem very used to humans but would allow some calm attention. Once they were spayed and neutered, Max and Ruby were reunited, and it was obvious how much they needed each other.

 

After a few months with their foster, it was apparent that they were ready to look for new homes. The idea was for each of them to find their own forever family. However, as time went on it was very obvious that they were better together and wanted a new forever home together. So, that’s just what they got.

 

They’ve been with their new family for a few weeks now, and they reported... "Max and Bailey (fka Ruby) are doing well. They had fun roughhousing in our backyard today and now are both sleeping near us in the family room. Two exhausted doggies after a full day of play! Max is taking treats and Bailey likes the bone we gave her. So far, all is well in their new world. They are so sweet, and Bailey even let New Dad pet her when she was on the blue chair... which is quickly becoming hers. We will give them all the time they need to know they are safe with us."