Posted over 4 months ago | Updated 4 days ago
Name: Laddie âï¸ Wish Upon a Star
Age: 1 year
Gender: Male
Breed: Labrador Retriever mix
Weight: 53 lbs
Dog friendly: yes
Cat friendly: Testing available upon request
Child friendly: yes
House trained: yes
Crate trained: yes
Energy level: medium
Temperament: Intelligent, playful, loving, kind, shy at first, but warms up quickly
Requirement: Not suited for apartment living, but would thrive in a townhome or condo
Adoption Fee: $375+tax Wish Upon a Star Adoption Special. 50% Discount will be applied to this fee. Offer valid through January 31, 2026.
( For animals who have been in care for over 6 months are eligible for 50% off their adoption fee.)
To adopt, go to: www.mendingspirits.org/apply-t
From the Foster Family: Laddie has come out of his shell so much since arriving in foster care. He can take a little time to warm up, but once he knows you, he truly enjoys affection and seeks out pets. If he’s resting on the couch and you sit next to him, all he wants is gentle loving. He absolutely loves his walks and has a fantastic nose, stopping often to sniff and take in the world around him.
He is house trained, leash trained, and does well both kenneled and unkenneled in the home. He takes treats gently and has good manners. Laddie plays well with other dogs and has lived peacefully with seven dogs in his foster home, including a three-month-old puppy. He even enjoys spending time in his kennel, which he finds comforting.
Laddie and his sister were found as strays and spent several months confined together in a kennel at a woman’s home. When Laddie first arrived in Minnesota, he was very fearful and spent his first few days hiding outside. Since then, he has made wonderful progress. He now comes when called, enjoys time in the backyard, walks nicely on leash, and allows handling and affection. While he is still shy with new people, it’s clear that he wants human connection.
Laddie will need a patient, understanding home that allows him time to adjust and feel safe in new surroundings. On walks, he loves following scents and watching birds in the fields. He is on the smaller side for a Lab and, with continued kindness and consistency, will be a truly wonderful companion.
About Me: I still can’t believe how long that drive was to Minnesota. I’m really happy to be here, even though I was very scared at first. A lot has happened in my first year of life, and I’m looking for a family who will take their time with me and help me learn what being a dog is all about. HASRA rescued my sister and me from living in a kennel for months on Christmas Day, and what a relief that was. Now I’m in Minnesota and determined to find the family who will bring out the best in me. Please consider filling out an application so we can meet.
Thanks,
Laddie
Name: Laddie âï¸ Wish Upon a Star
Age: 1 year
Gender: Male
Breed: Labrador Retriever mix
Weight: 53 lbs
Dog friendly: yes
Cat friendly: Testing available upon request
Child friendly: yes
House trained: yes
Crate trained: yes
Energy level: medium
Temperament: Intelligent, playful, loving, kind, shy at first, but warms up quickly
Requirement: Not suited for apartment living, but would thrive in a townhome or condo
Adoption Fee: $375+tax Wish Upon a Star Adoption Special. 50% Discount will be applied to this fee. Offer valid through January 31, 2026.
( For animals who have been in care for over 6 months are eligible for 50% off their adoption fee.)
To adopt, go to: www.mendingspirits.org/apply-t
From the Foster Family: Laddie has come out of his shell so much since arriving in foster care. He can take a little time to warm up, but once he knows you, he truly enjoys affection and seeks out pets. If he’s resting on the couch and you sit next to him, all he wants is gentle loving. He absolutely loves his walks and has a fantastic nose, stopping often to sniff and take in the world around him.
He is house trained, leash trained, and does well both kenneled and unkenneled in the home. He takes treats gently and has good manners. Laddie plays well with other dogs and has lived peacefully with seven dogs in his foster home, including a three-month-old puppy. He even enjoys spending time in his kennel, which he finds comforting.
Laddie and his sister were found as strays and spent several months confined together in a kennel at a woman’s home. When Laddie first arrived in Minnesota, he was very fearful and spent his first few days hiding outside. Since then, he has made wonderful progress. He now comes when called, enjoys time in the backyard, walks nicely on leash, and allows handling and affection. While he is still shy with new people, it’s clear that he wants human connection.
Laddie will need a patient, understanding home that allows him time to adjust and feel safe in new surroundings. On walks, he loves following scents and watching birds in the fields. He is on the smaller side for a Lab and, with continued kindness and consistency, will be a truly wonderful companion.
About Me: I still can’t believe how long that drive was to Minnesota. I’m really happy to be here, even though I was very scared at first. A lot has happened in my first year of life, and I’m looking for a family who will take their time with me and help me learn what being a dog is all about. HASRA rescued my sister and me from living in a kennel for months on Christmas Day, and what a relief that was. Now I’m in Minnesota and determined to find the family who will bring out the best in me. Please consider filling out an application so we can meet.
Thanks,
Laddie
