My name is Louie!

Posted over 4 months ago | Updated 16 hours ago

Cared for by Rural Dog Rescue

Adoption process

Submit Application

Interview

Meet the Pet

Home Check

Approve Application

Or Apply to Adopt

My basic info

Breed

Labrador Retriever

Color

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Age

Young

Size

Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg) (when grown)

Weight

–

Sex

Male

Pet ID

20077887-23-0140

My details

Good with dogs

Spayed / Neutered

Housetrained

My story

Here's what the humans have to say about me:

Male, 6 months old, 35 lbs

Good with: Dogs
Not tested with: Cats, kids

House trained: Mostly with an occasional accident

Energy level: Puppy energy (medium-high)

Noise level: Some (when he needs water, to go outside, or sometimes when he sees people passing by the window)

Hey there, I'm Louie, and I'm here to charm my way into your heart and home! Let me tell you a little about myself. First things first, I'm a big fan of food and treats. I mean, who isn't, right? But for me, they're extra special because I'm still a puppy and I'm working hard on growing these teefs of mine. Chewing is my jam, and I'm always on the lookout for something tasty to gnaw on.

When it comes to walks, I'm a pretty easygoing guy. I don't pull much, and I love taking my time to sniff all the sniffs along the way. Thunderstorms? They don't faze me much. I might bark a bit to let you know they're happening, but I'm not one to get anxious about them. Now, let's talk about my favorite pastime - trying to eat everything! But hey, I think it's mostly because I'm still a bit worried about where my next meal will come from. Can you blame me?

I've got some basic training under my belt, like sit, down, and shake. Potty training? Almost nailed it! I'm still working on not counter surfing, and I don't like getting in my crate but I will eventually calm down once I'm inside. And let me tell you, I'm super treat motivated, so training me is a breeze. Sure, I might still be in my oral phase of exploring the world with my mouth, but I promise I'm not mouthy in an aggressive way. And I'm working on solidifying some more commands, but I'm a quick learner, so I'll get there in no time.

My energy level is puppy-level, so I've got plenty of zest for life. I love playing with other dogs, running, fetch, tug, and wrestling! But don't worry, I'm just as happy to cuddle up and snooze next to you after a good play session. I might bark occasionally to let you know if I need something, but I'm not excessive about it.

Overall, I'm a leash-trained, crate-trained, playful, affectionate, and eager-to-please pup. I get along great with other dogs, and I haven't met any cats yet. So, if you're looking for a goofy and loving companion to join your family, I'm your guy!

My foster guardian says: "He is a handsome chap, about 6 months old, SMART as heck, and wild about snacks. Louie’s love language is touch, and who would blame him? with a rough start to life, like Louie, everyone would also want to keep a paw on your people to make sure they stay safe."

" My pup and I have loved having Louie stay with us. The two of them are thick as thieves, both when awake and asleep. We hope he stays nearby so they can continue their bromance."

Likes: Foods, treats, chewing, sniffing

Dislikes : Barks sometimes during thunderstorms but not afraid

My ideal home: Since I’m still a puppy, I’m very adaptable to new environments. I might like to live with another play mate, though!

Adoption Application : http://bit.ly/adoptrdr

Foster Application : https://rdr.formstack.com/forms/foster_app

My adoption fee includes:

Spay/Neuter Surgery (unless I'm too to young!)
Overall wellness exam
Current on all core vaccines (including DHPP & rabies)
Microchip
Current on flea & tick and heartworm preventatives

Interested in adopting a rescue dog? Please visit our Training, Tips, and More to review our training resources before you adopt!

Male, 6 months old, 35 lbs

Good with: Dogs
Not tested with: Cats, kids

House trained: Mostly with an occasional accident

Energy level: Puppy energy (medium-high)

Noise level: Some (when he needs water, to go outside, or sometimes when he sees people passing by the window)

" My pup and I have loved having Louie stay with us. The two of them are thick as thieves, both when awake and asleep. We hope he stays nearby so they can continue their bromance."

Likes: Foods, treats, chewing, sniffing

Dislikes : Barks sometimes during thunderstorms but not afraid

My ideal home: Since I’m still a puppy, I’m very adaptable to new environments. I might like to live with another play mate, though!

Adoption Application : http://bit.ly/adoptrdr

Foster Application : https://rdr.formstack.com/forms/foster_app

My adoption fee includes:

Spay/Neuter Surgery (unless I'm too to young!)
Overall wellness exam
Current on all core vaccines (including DHPP & rabies)
Microchip
Current on flea & tick and heartworm preventatives

Interested in adopting a rescue dog? Please visit our Training, Tips, and More to review our training resources before you adopt!

Rescue

Rural Dog Rescue

Contact info

Pet ID

20077887-23-0140

Contact

—

Phone

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rdrinquiry@gmail.com

Website

http://www.ruraldogrescue.com

Address

719 8th Street SE, Washington, DC 20003

Donation

Donate to This Rescue

Their adoption process

1.
Submit Application

Applications can be found at www.ruraldogrescue.com/application

2.
Interview

An adoption coordinator will contact you for a phone interview

3.
Meet the Pet

At anytime during the process you can meet our dogs at our adoption event. We do not have a facility and are 100% foster based.

4.
Home Check

A quick home visit to make sure the dog you've chosen is a good fit and answer any other questions you might have.

5.
Approve Application

Once approved and the adoption fee is paid, you can take your new family member home!

Additional adoption info

Adoption area is Washington, D.C area, including Northern Virginia and Maryland. All adoptions require a completed adoption application. Our adoption coordinators will contact you soon after reviewing the application. Our adoption fee is $450 to help off set the costs of rescuing dogs in need. All dogs go to their new homes spayed or neutered, up to date on all shots, wormed (although a 2nd worming may be required), started on heart worm and flea and tick preventative and sometimes microchipped.

Although we try to be as accurate as possible, Rural Dog Rescue cannot guarantee the breed or full-grown adult size of any of the dogs or puppies in its care. Because many of these dogs were found as strays or are the result of irresponsible, unplanned breeding, we do not know the dog's exact background and can only list breed and size by our best educated guess. If exact breed and size are important to you, please consider adopting a dog from a specific breed rescue. We want our dogs to be adopted by people who will love and care for them forever for who they are - no matter what breed and size they turn out to be!

To read more about the application process, or to fill out an application, visit http://www.ruraldogrescue.com/adoption-process/

Adoption Application: http://bit.ly/rdradoptapp
Foster Application: http://bit.ly/rdrfosterapp

Adoption application

https://rdr.formstack.com/forms/adopt

Go meet their pets

Meet our dogs in person at our adoption events. You can find the calendar of events on our website: https://www.ruraldogrescue.com/adoptionevents

Please note, not all dogs will be at all events.

More about this rescue

Rural Dog Rescue is a non-profit organization whose mission is to save the lives of dogs and cats in high-kill shelters in rural areas with euthanasia rates of 80% or higher.

Mission Statement: Forever true to The Underdog, Rural Dog Rescue is dedicated to saving the lives of dogs in shelters who are often overlooked for adoption or rescue. We save the dogs who are at most risk of being euthanized: the hounds, the black dogs, the seniors, the sick and the broken. We make a commitment to reserve a minimum of 50% of the dogs we save to The Underdog. Root For The Underdog!

Rural Dog Rescue's home base is in Washington, DC. We support several high kill shelters that euthanize in 72 hours and whose kill rate is 70% or higher in rural areas of Virginia, West Virginia, North and South Carolina. Rural Dog Rescue also helps dogs in need in Washington, DC and Maryland.

We are 100% volunteer and foster based and no salaries are paid. 100% of your donation and adoption fee goes to helping the dogs and cats of Rural Dog Rescue.