In addition to the adoption fee of $500, I will require a training deposit of $150 which is fully refundable upon completion of a training course.
Foster Update #2 - Jake is a 1.5-year-old bundle of energy who is basically still a puppy at heart! He’s full of enthusiasm, loves to play, and is always excited to get outside for walks and adventures.
Since coming into foster, Jake has been working on the basics that he clearly didn’t get much exposure to earlier in life. He’s currently learning that potty time happens outside, and he’s already improving quickly. He’s a smart dog and is picking things up fast with consistency and positive reinforcement.
Jake gets along great with our two dogs and has been very friendly and happy when meeting new people. He’s a social guy who enjoys attention and being part of the action.
On walks, Jake is still learning his manners. He’s not the most polished walker yet, but he’s getting better every day. When he sees other dogs, he can get very vocal—lots of barking and whining—but it’s excitement rather than aggression. With treats and redirection, he’s able to refocus, sit, and calm down, which shows he’s very trainable and responsive.
Jake would likely do well either as an only dog or in a home with another dog, but he will need a family that understands he’s a bit behind the curve and is willing to continue working with him—potentially with a trainer—to help him catch up on his training. With the right guidance, he has all the potential to grow into a wonderful companion.
Jake is a sweet, happy dog who just needs someone willing to invest a little time and structure to help him become the amazing dog he’s meant to be.
Foster Update #1 - Jake is a friendly and curious boy. He’s either had some previous basic training or learned ‘sit’ and ‘down’ within 20-30 minutes. He walks well on leash with two other Labs and a small Terrier mix, and plays well with our two Labs. He can be quite mellow one minute, and then suddenly get the zoomies the next.
Jake is way underweight. He needs 3 good meals a day until he gains a few pounds. His feet are big and he’s tall, so will be a bigger boy eventually. He scarfs his food, but takes treats quite gently. We are working on potty training, he alternates between marking in the house and outside, but is getting better about going outside over the last 2 days. Jake has some separation anxiety, so we are working on that. He was probably abandoned and on his own until he was taken to a shelter where LR stepped in to rescue him.
Introduction - Welcome Jake! This sweet boy spent a month at an inland empire shelter. Thankfully Lab Rescuers scooped him up just in time. Jake is estimated to be about 18 months old. He was painfully thin at rescue so he will need some TLC and good food. His foster mom reports that Jake is a happy boy and did well meeting the resident Labs in his foster home. Watch for updates as Jake settles in!