Posted over 2 weeks ago | Updated 1 week ago
Meet Ryder — a striking little cutie pie with the softest eyes, the sweetest heart, and the energy of a joyful, goofy puppy discovering the world. At just 4–5 months old and 25 lbs, this Irish Setter/Lab mix is already showing what an incredible family dog he’s going to be.
Quick Facts:
Name: Ryder
Breed: Irish Setter/Labrador Mix
Age: 4-5 months old
Weight: 25 lbs (currently).
House-Trained: Yes
Crate-Trained: Yes
Good with Dogs: Yes
Good with Cats: Yes
Good with Kids: Yes
Energy Level: High, very playful!
Fence Required: Yes
About Ryder’s Breed:
Our best guess is that Ryder is an Irish Setter and Labrador mixed breed. An Irish Setter and Labrador mix often blends the playful, affectionate nature of a Lab with the athletic, spirited personality of an Irish Setter. These dogs tend to be friendly, energetic, and people oriented, with a love for outdoor adventures and plenty of mental stimulation. They’re usually smart, eager to please, and wonderfully social, making them great companions for active families.
An ideal home for this mix is one that offers regular exercise, structure, and lots of interaction. They thrive with families who enjoy walks, playtime, and training games, and who can give them both physical activity and emotional connection. A home with a yard or frequent outdoor outings is a great match, as is a family ready to embrace a fun loving, loyal, and enthusiastic companion.
What to Love about Ryder:
Ryder is potty trained, crate trained, and settles nicely when crated while you’re out. He’s an active, playful pup who adores kids — especially the ones who will run, play, and giggle right along with him. He can be a bit fearful of adults at first, especially men, but with patience, kindness, and gentle reassurance, he warms up beautifully.
This boy is a social butterfly with other animals. He LOVES dogs, plays nonstop with his foster’s young female pup, and even does well with the cat in the home. He’s high energy, silly, and full of puppy enthusiasm! He’s learning his basics — sit, wait, name recall — and is doing great! He uses the dog door like a champ and will just need a little guidance if his new home doesn’t have one.
Ryder is still shy with strangers and needs continued confidence building, but his sweet nature shines through more every day. He loves meeting dogs on walks and at the park, though he’ll need some leash training polish. When he’s tired, he becomes the best cuddle buddy, melting right into your lap!
Ryder’s Rad Highlights:
• 4–5 month old, 25 lb Irish Setter/Lab mix with a sweet, funny, playful personality
• Potty trained and crate trained, and settles well when crated while you’re out
• High‑energy pup who LOVES kids, other dogs, and even does well with the cat in his foster home
• A little fearful of adults at first (especially men), but warms up beautifully with patience and gentle reassurance
• Enjoys meeting dogs on walks and at the park, though he still needs leash‑training practice
• Learning his basics — knows his name, working on sit and wait, and is a great cuddle buddy when tired
A sweet‑natured, social, goofy pup who’s on his way to becoming an amazing family dog
Ryder is a funny, affectionate, playful pup who just needs a loving family to help him grow into the amazing dog he’s destined to be!
Comprehensive details are provided in the dog's description. to ensure a smooth process, please submit a completed application through our website at: http://crisisdogsnc.org/dog-adoption/. Please note that questions via email or social media channels may not receive a response without a completed application. As part of our commitment to responsible adoption practices, we require excellent veterinarian references and conduct virtual home visits. Additionally, your prior or current dog must be on year-round heartworm prevention. We assist with coordinating transportation by both land and air whenever feasible. All assessments regarding breed and age are conducted by licensed veterinarians. We look forward to assisting you in finding your perfect canine companion!
