Adoptable
Venus’s Pawsport
Labrador Retriever · Adult
Labradors and Friends Dog Rescue Group · San Diego, CA
Adult
Age
Female
Sex
Large
Size
Labrador Retriever
Breed
Psst… hi! Venus here.
I raised puppies in a shelter, did my job perfectly, then got left behind—turns out nobody wants the used model.
My notes call me gentle and a little shy — I warm up fast once I trust you, though.
I'm on the bigger side — which, if you ask me, is just more of me to hug.
Born and (almost) raised right here in San Diego.
Here's the thing — I can't tell if we'd truly click until I know a little about you. Sign in (it's free) and I'll size up your place, say hello to any dogs you've got — or be your very first — and give you my honest read on whether we'd be a match.
If all goes well, I could be curled up with my new pack by Labor Day — maybe yours, whether you adopt me or just help me get noticed.
Thanks for spending a minute with me. I'll be right here, tail ready, hoping it's you. — Venus
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
About Venus
Foster or Forever Home Wanted: Meet Venus! Venus's story is one we hear far too often, and it's heartbreaking. Venus entered the Hesperia shelter with a litter of puppies, doing her best to care for and protect them in a loud, overcrowded shelter environment. As usual, once the puppies were old enough, they quickly found homes… but Venus was left behind. With shelters overcrowded and adoptions slowing down, Venus quickly ran out of time. Being a black dog and no longer a puppy, she was repeatedly overlooked. Thankfully, one of the shelter volunteers reached out to us and let us know Venus was in danger. When we called to check on her status, we were told that if she wasn't picked up that day, she would lose her life. Needless to say, we went into overdrive to make sure Venus made it out safely and got the second chance she deserved. Venus is dog friendly, cat friendly, and people friendly, though she can be a little shy at first while getting comfortable. She loves going for walks and soaking up attention from her people once she settles in. Venus is also incredibly smart and resourceful. After escaping her foster home, she survived on the run for an entire week before being safely recovered. During that time, we learned she is very street smart and an impressive digger. Because of this, Venus will need a home committed to keeping her safe. She should never be left unattended in a backyard, and her future family should use baby gates, crates, and extra caution when entering or exiting the home to prevent escapes. Venus would thrive with a patient family willing to give her structure, consistency, and security while she continues learning what it means to truly be safe and loved. If you are interested in meeting Venus, please head over to www.labradorsandfriends.org to fill out an application. Venus is located in Southern California.
Venus is listed by Labradors and Friends Dog Rescue Group in San Diego, CA. The rescue handles the adoption — Pawsada helps the right family discover Venus.
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