Casey and Nathan are a strongly bonded pair of brothers who enjoy one another’s company and function as a unit in most situations. They are a funny and endearing pair of silly adolescents. They play well, enjoy running in the yard, and get into harmless mischief together. Both dogs really enjoy enrichment activities; slow feeders, puzzle toys, and bully sticks are favorites. They came to Lab Rescue very shut down and unwilling to engage with people. During their time in foster care, they have developed into dogs who voluntarily approach known people for food and interaction. While the pair has become substantially more comfortable around their people, they still should be handled with respect for their boundaries. While these sweet boys share many behavioral characteristics, they have some important individual differences. Casey is generally the leader of the pair; he is more likely to investigate, make decisions, and influence Nathan’s response to new situations. Nathan depends on Casey for information and reassurance about new situations. Nathan and Casey will benefit from a predictable home environment. They are home bodies and not well-suited to accompanying their people everywhere, meeting strangers, attending busy social events or taking regular neighborhood walks. But they will bring a sweet, gentle, sometimes silly, companionship to their new people. Are you the special adopter who Casey and Nathan are looking for?

Beautiful Dame Judy may not actually be an Academy Award-winning actress, and Handsome Okie might not be an Okie from Muskogee, but what they have in common is that they have both faced life “Against All Odds.” They arrived at a shelter separately, each with their own burdens -- one a frightened stray who refused to walk, and the other battling a painful scab-covered skin issue. It was kismet. They met, they found comfort with one another, they bonded and are now inseparable. Their tale could make an Academy Award winning story, but it needs a happy ending. This sweet, lovable, bonded pair is sure to be Academy Award winners with their new family!

Duke and Bella are a bonded pair that have lived together since Bella was 2. For the past 6 years they have been best buds. Though Bella tends to be the more independent one - Duke tends to stick close to her. Duke takes on the role of "older brother" and may tattle on Bella from time to time. Helpful for the humans! Both are house- and crate-trained, but no longer use the crate. They know sit, stay, place, kennel, down, and out.  Duke and Bella are loving the cooler weather and enjoying lots of playtime while in boarding. They would love to find their forever home where they can play on heir own yard and enjoy the holidays with a new family! They are sweet and lovable and ready to find their way into a new home. 

THANKS TO A GENEROUS DONOR WHO WANTS TO HELP ALL SENIOR PUPS FIND THEIR FOREVER HOMES, THE ADOPTION FEE IS $125. 

Both Ellie and Maggie are doing great! They are ideal guests and completely house-trained. They let their people know when they want to go out or when it is time for dinner or an evening snack by pacing back and forth to the door or kitchen. If their people do not respond, one of them will give a single, sharp woof, which usually does the trick. Both are excellent eaters and enjoy kibble with a spoonful of canned food or tuna. Maggie and Ellie are incredibly active, alert, and love their walks. They are always ready to go, and a mile walk during the cooler hours is easy for them. Maggie is definitely the leader in the house and will push Ellie out of the way to be first for walks or meals, which Ellie does not seem to mind. Once they finish eating, they always inspect each other's bowls to make sure nothing was left behind. They trade the lead on our walks. Maggie walks at a steady, medium pace with minimal dawdling, while Ellie loves to sniff and walks a bit faster until she gets distracted by a scent. They greet visitors calmly with friendly wags and sniffs, without jumping. Outside, they are happy to meet new people and dogs. Maggie is still terrified of thunder and senses it long before her people can hear it. Yesterday during a storm, she demonstrated that she can do stairs; she ran upstairs for the first time with no problem coming down, and later did it again for another thunder roll. They have distinct personalities and are still sassy and do the "zoomies" from the front room to the TV room once or twice a week. They might not win any agility shows, but they are doing wonderfully for being 13 years old. 

Jodie and Ginger are a dynamic bonded duo and must be adopted together. This mother (Jodie) and daughter (Ginger) pair came from a breeding farm. It's unknown how many litters they had. Ginger absolutely cannot live without her mom but still tries to push her boundaries like a lot of daughters do to their moms! Ginger will try to be the boss and push Jodie out of the way to get attention and eat some of her food.They both walk nicely on lead. They have never lived in a house and have not been exposed to indoor living so they will need a patient family who will allow them time to adjust. These lovely ladies are super friendly and easy going. They both love hugs! Jodie and Ginger are looking forward to the luxuries of living in a warm, cool, secure home with lots of comfy, squishy beds and reduced-calorie treats after all these years.

Luna (female, 5 years) and Sugar Bear (male, 4 years) are looking for a home together so they can continue life as a bonded pair after losing the only home they've ever known. They are house- and crate-trained. Though they are used to living inside they do take a minute to get used to new doorways and flooring. After a good explore, it will seem as though they've always been there. Luna loves a good belly rub and will tumble over the moment you get near her. We call it the belly rub tax. Sugar Bear is a handsome boy who is quite appropriately named. He will shower you with sweetness the moment he meets you. They are strong on leash as they have spent most of their lives in a fenced yard so a physical fence is preferred in their new home but not required. If you are looking for the sweetest pair imaginable call your Adoption Coordinator and ask to meet them.

THANKS TO GENEROUS DONORS THE ADOPTION FEE FOR THIS PAIR IS $350.  

The world of sweet Markie and Lil Joe continues to get better everyday. There has been tremendous positive change for these two over the last few months. Lil Joe has no trepidation about humans and will greet you to say hello. Markie still likes treats to say hello, and will stick around for pets too. These two currently reside with a foster who runs a doggy daycare, and they absolutely love the other dogs. They greet the humans at the gate, but their true desire is playing with their four-legged friends when they get a chance. Their foster says they settle down well and have a nice demeanor. Over time, they have grown to love snuggles with humans as much as they like to cuddle with each other - they will sleep like one doggy pretzel all tangled together! Their gorgeous eyes that used to be full of fear are now full of curiosity and understanding. Their next owner will spend years lost in those eyes!! Truly, the strides they have made in trusting not only their foster mom, but any human that might come their way, have been astonishing. Wouldn't you like to share your love and your home with this delightful duo? The reward of trust will melt your heart!  

Watch the duo playing: https://youtu.be/zVwQRST7M8A