Slade

Meet Slade!

Slade is a handsome chocolate Lab, just shy of 2 years old, with striking ember eyes and a drive that could become something truly special in the right hands. This energetic boy shines in one-on-one settings, where his focus is impressive and his eagerness to engage is clear. Add in a few distractions, though, and his playful, puppy-like nature still takes over. He’s young, enthusiastic, and still learning to channel all that energy appropriately. Slade’s leash manners are decent, but he’ll need continued work on his heel command. He knows “sit” and “down,” especially when treats are involved, though he can show a bit of a stubborn streak. With consistent reinforcement, structure, and positive training, Slade has all the potential to grow into an incredible companion. He truly is a little hero with a second chance at life and is excited to start his next journey with you!

Ideal Home

Slade would thrive in an active home that can provide consistent training and clear boundaries, plenty of physical exercise, mental stimulation and structured activities, and an experienced handler who understands working-drive dogs.

Ongoing Health

No specific health conditions are mentioned.

Training & Support

Slade will need continued work on his heel command and can show a bit of a stubborn streak. With consistent reinforcement, structure, and positive training, he has all the potential to grow into an incredible companion. Our team has spent countless hours with Slade, learning all of his quirks and goofy personality. From the moment he was accepted into our program, we provided behavior and medical care to prepare him for adoption by properly vetting, behaviorally training, and providing social enrichment. We provide socialization for our dogs through playgroups and one-on-one bonding time, where we will also work on their other skills such as leash training and basic commands. Our goal is to adopt to families who understand that these are rescue dogs and will require continued training efforts and just want someone to be understanding with them, but will be well on their way to being the best dogs that they can be!

Application Details:

• Applications start by contacting us through Wags.

Transportation

Slade is available for transportation in VA, PA, CT, VT, NY, UT, ID, OR, TX, WA, TN, KY, IN, IL, WI, MN & OH, with predetermined locations and times. The adoption and transportation range from $100-500. Private custom transport routes and destinations are available upon request with financial responsibility on the adopted family. Our animals are brought to you in transport buses or vans equipped with air conditioning for comfort and onboard attendants providing 24-hour care. Pick-up day is unforgettable! You will get to follow along on their journey through a private Facebook Event page, where you will see photos, have the opportunity to connect with other adopters, and receive updates and constant communication along the way. Our Adoption Coordinator will help to find the closest transport pick-up location to you! For those being picked up at our Angleton, TX location, there is a $75 fee, which includes all vetting: DAPP, Bordetella, Rabies vaccine, spay/neuter, flea prevention, heartworm testing and prevention, micro-chipping, a collar, and many years of laughs and love to come!