Huck

ADOPTED

Hey guys, quick detour here before I get to handsome, happy, hunky Huck!


We have been taking in a LOT more labs recently and I'm trying my very best to keep the updates coming, but if you have questions or comments please e-mail or comment below and I will do my best to get the latest and greatest updates to you!

That being said, let me introduce you to this handsome boy HUCK!

Huck has a lot of fun energy, but we are working on not being so jumpy and mouthy when we want to play - he just gets very excited to be outside..sooooo right now we are learning appropriate outlets to express our excitement (and making progress!)

He really settles down inside and when he has one on one time. He seems perfectly okay with being in a crate or in the laundry room, and hasn't been a vocal guy in his foster home.

This boy is just a big ol baby, learning how to be a pet. He loves to think he's a lap dog and thoroughly enjoys being with people.

He seems to be house trained and hasn't had any accidents in the house, and has only chewed on his allowed toys (whew!). Huck has also minded his manners and hasn't been counter-surfing, even with yummy snacks within reach.

This guy just needs to freshen up some easy manners (no jumping) and is already making fast work of learning basic commands!

Huck is about 2 years old, neutered, healthy, happy and ready to go (so much alliteration!)

Kit-Kat

(5/10/16) Sweet KitKat is still looking for a family to call her own. Due to some male dog selectivity she is back with us at the Leander property and missing the lazy home life! We would love to find KitKat a foster home while she waits for her forever family. If you think you can help, please email us at volunteerforlabrescue@gmail.com

She thrives with human interactions, and has a spring in her step. She loves to play in the water and lay on her back for belly rubs!

Pupdate (1/5/15): Hey all! So I spent some time with KitKat the other evening, and learned a little more about her.

KitKat was picked up as a stray in San Antonio before joining the HOT family. She doesn't quite know her name, but responds to whistles.

She pulls on the leash (without a harness) but that's just because she loves to smell all the smells!

We tried introducing her to my dog Scout [young male], and it seems KitKat may have some male dog selectivity, and may need to be slowly introduced to new canine friends. 

We are hesitant to say she needs to be an only dog, but would lean towards the side of caution until we spend a little more time getting to know her. However, she LOVES people, and snuggles are the greatest gift you could give her! 


This chocolate cutie is about 4 years old, UTD on shots, spayed, healthy and ready to find her home sweet home!

Think she could be your kinda girl? Shoot us an e-mail, comment below, but most importantly - fill out an online application!

Poppy

ADOPTED

Pupdate (1/3/16) - Poppy brought in the New Year by showing her foster parents that a little water won't stop her from seeing what the geese at the pond are up to! We got ourselves a swimmer! After two weeks in foster, she's developed a sense of loyalty to her foster family and he sweet disposition is really shining through. 

Miss Poppy recently finished her heartworm treatment and is ready to find a forever home! 

She just joined her foster family and has been coming out of her shell and we have enjoyed seeing this girl really blossom! However, she loves her people so much that she can't stand to share the attention, so she should be the only fur-baby in the house.

Her fosters report that Poppy is such a people dog! She loves being loved on and will kindly remind you when she needs more love. She enjoys playing with a tennis ball and is a fetching machine.

She LOVES being in the backyard and playing fetch every minute she can. She is well-behaved inside and just wants to cuddle up for some love. She is very gentle with people, but does not like sharing that love with other dogs. Although Poppy needs to be the only dog in her home, she has the sweetest soul that will fill your heart with warmth. She sleeps through the night in her crate and is housebroken.

Puppies - December 2015

Twinkle and Kringle (Merry's litter)

ALL DECEMBER PUPPIES: ADOPTED

PUPDATE (12/30/15): It is RAINING puppies! We received a LOT of puppies around Christmas time, and most of the pups will be ready to go around mid-February - just in time for Valentine's Day (what Valentine wouldn't want a puppy!?!)

SO, if you are looking to add a little lab love to your family, get your applications in and let us know that you're interested in our littles (or their lovely mamas!!)

**Puppy pictures below! Also, see our Facebook and website for more pictures and video updates**

Hey there lab lovers we just welcomed Momma Joy and her TEN healthy babies to our rescue (good work momma!) We are expecting more puppies this month, and potential an expecting mama (I'll keep you posted as I get more information - I'm not sure how many babies she's incubating!)

***PICTURES TO COME ***

Joy's litter: Clarice, Rudolph, Dasher, Dancer, Prancer, Vixen, Comet, Cupid, Donner and Blizten are 3-4 weeks old and will not be available for adoption until February - but that means you need to get your applications in early! This litter has two sweet girls, and eight wiggly boys!


Momma Joy (pictured to the left) is a black lab (we are still getting to know her since she is working on her babies, but she is as sweet as they come!), but dad appears to have been another unknown breed (puppies are pictured below)



Momma Marry (litter: Kringle, Kristi and Twinkle) is joining her foster home soon, so we will have more updates on her and her little ones shortly.

I'll do my best to post updates as I get them. As always comment below if you have questions or need some help getting your application process started, we are always happy to help!

*Note: All puppies under 6 months have a $300 adoption fee*

Joy's snuggle bunch (there's TEN babies in there!)

Kristi (Merry's litter)

Rosy (part of a puppy trio)

Robby and Rosy are twinkies (Raven is in black)

Merry

[Christmas] Cookie
Jingle and Cookie are being fostered together

Jingle (aka - Buddha Belly!)
**We were feeling festive
and have TWO pups named Jingle,
our other Jingle bell is an adult
Chocolate female who is ~3yo

Orla

ADOPTED

A HUGE thank you to Orla's foster family - they have been fantastic for this sweet girl and keeping us updated on her progress! If you have any questions or comments please chime in, we would love to promote this sweet gal and find her the loving home she deserves. 

(12/30/15) Orla has settled in and we have watched her become a confident, sweet girl! She takes direction well, and is learning from her foster siblings. I am amazed at how much this girl has changed in the last few weeks. She is truly a sweetheart, just thrives on love! She loves to run and play, so she will need someone to get her energy out by walking, running or just getting her out to play! She has a fantastic nose, and keen sense for finding any tennis balls in the house or the yard.


Pupdate (12/15/15): Orla has been in her foster home for about 2 weeks now and she is adjusting so well! She is now used to her foster siblings and they all love to lay on the floor together. She is crate trained, but she has recently learned when to "kennel" and wait patiently for her treat inside. She absolutely loves to be loved. She will snuggle with you on the couch, sit in your lap or wait patiently by your feet for kisses and ear rubs. Orla is a very active dog, she loves to run and chase rabbits. She is currently living on 2 acres. She has befriended the dogs in the neighboring yard and watches the cows and sheep as they pass along the other side of the fence without a bark. She has been around children, but she will be best suited in a home without small children. She loves to chew on nyla bones and chase a tennis ball. Orla is very smart and will make a wonderful companion.


Orla recently joined her foster family and is adjusting well, so check back for more updates as we get to know her a little better!

The scoop so far is that Orla is currently living with two older labs and she is learning her place in the pack (Orla tends to be a little bossy on first meetings with other pups). She loves walks and a good game of fetch - but who doesn't!? She does need direction, but is responsive, very smart and wants to learn.

Although she is about 4, she is VERY puppylike - she will need an adopter who wants to be outside with her and is willing to put in some work with training. Her foster mom reports that Orla would be an excellent candidate for a hunting dog, she has a good soft mouth and loves to retrieve just about anything- tennis balls and squeaky toys have been her favorite so far!

Like we mentioned, Orla is working on her manners. She has a wonderful sit, and stay and she loves the one on one attention associated with training. She will sit like a statue so that you will rub her ears and just give her love. Her leash skills are improving, and she thoroughly enjoys taking walks .

Miss Orla is looking for a patient home, someone who is willing to train her to be less protective of her people- Orla has a mama dog mentality for her people, particularly younger kiddos, and can be quite protective of them.

Orla is a gorgeous girl (look at that face!) and deserves a second chance with a wonderful family she can call her own! This girl is four years young, UTD on shots, spayed, and heartworm negative! Get your application in and come meet this girl - who can resist those big brown eyes!?

Mollie

UPDATE (11/30/15) - Mollie was ADOPTED! A HUGE thank you to all of you who checked out and shared Mollie's story - our hearts are so full and we couldn't be happier for this gorgeous girl! <3

Mollie is the sweetest girl and adores meeting new people. She is easy going, doesn't jump, and knows a good sit.

Mollie walks like a dream on the leash and stays right by your side. She isn't in any kind of rush, and will walk at your pace.

She does have a pretty high prey-drive, so a house without small animals might be best OR for families looking for a hunting dog - this is your girl! Mollie doesn't know a ton of commands, and could benefit from training, but she is so adaptable and intelligent this shouldn't be a problem at all.

Mollie knows her name, and comes when called. She also has good re-direct if a smell catches her nose and tries to take her away from you. She is very alert to her surroundings, but really just wants to be near her people-friends. She does like to play fetch, and absolutely LOVES water - in fact, she thinks the water hose was invented just for her entertainment!

In full disclosure, we have had one incident where Mollie snipped at another dog over a toy, but she's never
lunged or growled at other dogs, and she doesn't pay much mind to her noisy neighbors at the property. She hasn't had a whole lot of interaction with other pups, but we think that give proper introduction she would do well with another mellow dog, maybe one who doesn't mind sharing their toys - we will still require a meet and greet with any additional pups in your household.

Mollie is a very cool dog, and she is absolutely beautiful! She is approximately 3 years old, is spayed, microchipped and UTD on shots. Check out our website for more information and updates, and Facebook is always another good source of info!

If you have any questions please leave a comment, call or e-mail us! We look forward to hearing from you.

Wilson (Johnny B)

ADOPTION PENDING! YAH JOHNNY!

Pupdate (12/3/15): Johnny B is still doing great in his foster home. He loves to play tug of war with both humans and dogs alike. He is getting a lot of exposure to new dogs and is doing well with all types and sizes! And did we mention that he is good with cats - in particular the bossy ones :) Johnny really wants to give the cats a good sniff, so if your cat is terrified of dogs he may be too much. He rides so well in the car and is a mellow, laid-back kinda guy. He is a sweet boy wanting a sweet family to love him. 

  
Wilson (previously Johnny B) has rejoined the HOT family,

Wilson was adopted, but was quickly overwhelmed in a home with four kiddos under the age of ten. NOTE: Wilson did good with the kiddos, but the activity and noises and just general chaos that young'uns bring to the table didn't suit him as well as we had all hoped. For this reason we think a smaller family or family with older kids would suit this guy better.

On a happier note, Wilson is pretty much the perfect companion. He is a very loyal, happy-go-lucky hound who is house and crate trained, knows commands such as "sit", "down", "stay", and "no," is treat and people motivated, and loves to please. Wilson's foster is working on better leash manners with him while he waits for a family to call his own.

This boy loves to play in the water, and in true lab fashion, is a strong and fearless swimmer in pools and ponds alike. He has gotten along well with other dogs given proper introductions, and loves to play tug-of-war! Wilson also loves to play fetch and is getting better at giving the ball back (without getting a game of tug-of-war in at the same time!).

For as active as Wilson can be, he also can be a real couch potato! He loves to lay by your feet, and for you to give his belly a good scratch...but most of all he loves for you to hold his paw....awhh!! <3 This curious fellow is very attentive to his people and doesn't want to miss out on any of the action - he's like a furry, golden shadow!

While Wilson didn't get his happily forever after this time around, we are confident the right family is just around the corner! We absolutely adore Wilson and are very committed to finding him his forever family. If he sounds like your kind of guy make sure to fill out an online application and we can get you to come out to meet him!

As always, please comment, e-mail and check out our website for more information about our adoptable dogs! Also check out our Facebook and Instagram (@hotlabrescue) for more Heart of Texas updates.