💛 Meet Tory — A Loving Lab Looking for Her Safe Place 💛
Tory is a 4-year-old Labrador Retriever with a heart full of love and a deep desire to be close to her people. At about 77 pounds, she’s a classic Lab—affectionate, loyal, and happiest when she’s by your side.
Tory is incredibly people-focused and thrives on companionship. In her foster home, she is calm, affectionate, and comfortable with her family, including both adult men and children. Once she feels safe, she bonds deeply and shows just how sweet and gentle she truly is.
🐾 On Walks & Daily Life
Tory does well on leash and responds nicely when the leash is taut—she’ll stop and match your pace. While she may pull occasionally, she’s easily redirected by hearing her name and settles quickly. She enjoys being out and about, especially when she knows her person is guiding her.
💙 A Note About New Men
Tory can feel unsure when first meeting unfamiliar men. This uncertainty may show up as loud barking and backing away, which is rooted in fear and anxiety—not aggression. With calm guidance, patience, and reassurance, she settles and builds trust. Once she knows someone, she becomes affectionate and relaxed, just as she is with the men in her foster home.
Because of this, Tory would do best with adopters who understand sensitive dogs and are willing to let her warm up at her own pace.
🐶 Other Important Notes
• Loves people and wants to be near them
• Does well with other dogs
• No cats, please
• Gentle, sensitive, and affectionate
• Responds beautifully to calm, confident handling
🏡 Tory is eligible for the Foster-to-Adopt (FTA) program, allowing her to continue adjusting in a home environment while ensuring the fit is right for everyone.
Tory isn’t looking for perfection—she’s looking for patience, reassurance, and love. In return, she’ll offer unwavering loyalty, soft eyes full of trust, and the kind of companionship that makes a house feel like home.
If you’re ready to give a sweet Lab the time and understanding she deserves, Tory is ready to meet you. 💛🐾
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If you’re interested in adopting, please apply online at mscrescue.org/adopt. An approved application is required before we can schedule a meet & greet. Once approved, we’ll work with you to ensure it’s a great fit—and if it’s not, no worries! We’ll help you find the right match.
All of our dogs are adoption-ready and come:
•️ Spayed or neutered
•️ Heartworm tested
•️ Dewormed
•️ Up-to-date on prevention medications
•️ Up-to-date on age-appropriate vaccines
•️ Microchipped
•️ With a coupon for a free Simply Dub collar from Dubdog Designs
💛 Meet Tory — A Loving Lab Looking for Her Safe Place 💛
Tory is a 4-year-old Labrador Retriever with a heart full of love and a deep desire to be close to her people. At about 77 pounds, she’s a classic Lab—affectionate, loyal, and happiest when she’s by your side.
Tory is incredibly people-focused and thrives on companionship. In her foster home, she is calm, affectionate, and comfortable with her family, including both adult men and children. Once she feels safe, she bonds deeply and shows just how sweet and gentle she truly is.
🐾 On Walks & Daily Life
Tory does well on leash and responds nicely when the leash is taut—she’ll stop and match your pace. While she may pull occasionally, she’s easily redirected by hearing her name and settles quickly. She enjoys being out and about, especially when she knows her person is guiding her.
💙 A Note About New Men
Tory can feel unsure when first meeting unfamiliar men. This uncertainty may show up as loud barking and backing away, which is rooted in fear and anxiety—not aggression. With calm guidance, patience, and reassurance, she settles and builds trust. Once she knows someone, she becomes affectionate and relaxed, just as she is with the men in her foster home.
Because of this, Tory would do best with adopters who understand sensitive dogs and are willing to let her warm up at her own pace.
🐶 Other Important Notes
• Loves people and wants to be near them
• Does well with other dogs
• No cats, please
• Gentle, sensitive, and affectionate
• Responds beautifully to calm, confident handling
🏡 Tory is eligible for the Foster-to-Adopt (FTA) program, allowing her to continue adjusting in a home environment while ensuring the fit is right for everyone.
Tory isn’t looking for perfection—she’s looking for patience, reassurance, and love. In return, she’ll offer unwavering loyalty, soft eyes full of trust, and the kind of companionship that makes a house feel like home.
If you’re ready to give a sweet Lab the time and understanding she deserves, Tory is ready to meet you. 💛🐾
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If you’re interested in adopting, please apply online at mscrescue.org/adopt. An approved application is required before we can schedule a meet & greet. Once approved, we’ll work with you to ensure it’s a great fit—and if it’s not, no worries! We’ll help you find the right match.
All of our dogs are adoption-ready and come:
•️ Spayed or neutered
•️ Heartworm tested
•️ Dewormed
•️ Up-to-date on prevention medications
•️ Up-to-date on age-appropriate vaccines
•️ Microchipped
•️ With a coupon for a free Simply Dub collar from Dubdog Designs
In order to protect our animals and the public, Second Chances will not have open hours until further notice. We are still taking adoption appointments!
In order to protect our animals and the public, Second Chances will not have open hours until further notice. We are still taking adoption appointments!
More about this shelter
Melissa's Second Chances is a non-profit animal shelter/rescue that strives to help find homes and refuge for animals in need of a second chance.
Melissa's Second Chances is a non-profit animal shelter/rescue that strives to help find homes and refuge for animals in need of a second chance.
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