Labrador Retriever puppies and dogs in Minneapolis, Minnesota

Miles is a very smart and sweet boy who loves cuddling, roadtrips and laying in the sun. He is food motivated and eager to please you, so he is a quick study. (He knows sit, lay, wait, stand, spin, shake, and high five). Regarding his health, Miles has anxiety and has recently started medication for it. Due to my own anxiety levels and lifestyle, I’ve realized I am just not the right person for him and that he and I both deserve better than the dynamic we have with each other. Miles would do well in a single dog home where he can get all the attention and develop a strong, secure bond with someone who can be a consistent, calming presence for him. He deserves someone who knows (or is committed to learning or working with a trainer on) how to support reactive-fearful dogs. I want to stress that he really is such a sweet boy who wants to please and I think he would benefit from more exercise, patience, and a little guidance.

Blossom is a petite girl with a spunky attitude, who loves to be in the middle of the action. She is pretty nimble for a 6 month old puppy and will chart a path to whatever treat she is after. She loves to give sweet kisses and will, with the slightest encouragement, plop her head on your lap for some ear and head scratches while she gazes up at you. Blossom’s sweet, playful nature helps her get along with every dog she meets. When she’s feeling extra cute, she will pull out her signature diving plop and roll. In new situations, Blossom tends to be timid but with a little coaxing (aka treats) she quickly gains confidence and gets her spunk back. If you have any chew toys lying around, you can be sure that Blossom will make sure they are well-loved. Details: Blossom is crate trained, mostly house trained, spayed, vaccinated, heartworm tested negative, microchipped, and on heartworm and flea prevention. She gets along with kids and generally avoids cats. She is working on her basic commands and is up for adoption through Save-A-Stray. Feel free to contact me for more details/questions! If you need a buddy complete an application at https://www.saveastray.org/forms/form?formid=3635 Thank you for your interest in a Save a Stray pet. The first step is to complete an adoption application. https://www.saveastray.org/forms/form?formid=3635 Once the application is approved, a FaceTime will be set up for a virtual meet and greet. Since we are located in Mobile, AL, this will give you the opportunity to see the pet interact with other dogs, people, and see a bit of their personality. Transports leave every week alternating between the NE and the Great Lakes. We use the most animal-friendly transport on the road. Rescue Riders Pet Transport.

Toast is 1 year old sweetheart with a heart full of love and a playful spirit! This adorable pup was found living under a shed, but she’s now thriving in her foster home and ready to find her forever family. Toast is potty trained and already knows a few tricks like sit and down—she’s a smart cookie! She’s still working on curbing her excitement, so she’ll need some guidance with jumping and gentle nibbling. She loves playing with her buddy Apollo but can get a little nervous in a big group of dogs. Leashes aren’t her favorite thing, but once she’s on one, she walks beautifully! She’s a bit shy around kids at first but warms up quickly with a little patience. Toast is currently eating 2 cups of Grandma Mae’s dry food (AM and PM) and enjoys a good toy-shredding session—but don’t worry, she hasn’t had any incidents eating anything other than her toys! She’s also starting to get the hang of fetch, though she can easily get distracted by all the exciting smells around her. Toast is spayed, up to date on all vaccines, crate trained, and healthy. If you’re looking for a loving, playful, and eager-to-learn companion, Toast might be your perfect match! Could you be the one to give her the forever home she deserves? If this sounds like the pup for you, please complete an application at https://www.saveastray.org/forms/form?formid=3635 Once the application is approved, a FaceTime will be set up for a virtual meet and greet. Since we are located in Mobile, AL, this will give you the opportunity to see the pet interact with other dogs, people, and see a bit of their personality. Transports leave every week alternating between the NE and the Great Lakes. We use the most animal-friendly transport on the road. Rescue Riders Pet Transport. Thank you for your interest in a Save a Stray pet.

Jones likes to play and have fun. He is doing pretty well at playing fetch but does get distracted. He is learning his name and stays with a group of pups his age. He is friendly, likes people and kids. He will need all of the puppy training and leash work. He is a great boy who is waiting for his new home. Jones is in Tennessee but can be transported to you through Rescue Riders.

Meet Marshall – Your Adventure-Ready Snuggle Buddy!Marshall is a 5-year-old, 52-pound bundle of love with the funniest facial expressions that will keep you smiling every day! He’s the ultimate companion, always up for an adventure—whether it’s a walk, hike, camping trip, or just a ride in the car. And when the day is done, he’s more than happy to curl up with you for some quality cuddle time.This sweet boy is great with other dogs and kids, house trained, and knows how to sit. He sleeps soundly in his crate all night and is a fantastic listener. Marshall also loves stuffed toys, chewing on rawhides, and hanging out with his foster siblings. Bath time? No problem! He’s easygoing and ready for anything.If you’re looking for a fun, loyal, and affectionate best friend, Marshall is your guy. Don’t miss out on this amazing pup—he’s ready to find his forever home!IMPORTANT: Please read all below, especially if you live outside of Texas, which is where our rescue is located.Apply to adopt on our website: https://www.charmingpetrescue.org/adoptAll of our animals are spayed/neutered, microchipped, and up to date on shots.ALL of our animals are located in Boerne, TX, but transport after adoption is available to other states for a $300 fee for dogs or an additional fee varying by location for cats. If you are seeing our pets posted in your state, that's because you live near a transport stop, they are not currently at that location. Petfinder lists our pets as 'Out of Town' pets at other locations, and Adopt-a-Pet lists our location as a Transport stop. Those are currently the only options they offer to make this clear, so we put this description we've put at the bottom to explain it. You can read more about transport here: www.charmingpetrescue.org/transportWe understand transport is not an option for everyone, but we offer it at the cost we pay the transport company for those who wish to adopt from us.May 5, 2025, 11:29 am

Rocket is a 5-month-old Shepherd mix looking for her new best friend! Weighing in at 30 pounds, this sweet girl is crate and house trained. She’s a smart pup who loves to learn, making her the perfect companion for an active and loving home.Rocket adores kids and other dogs, always ready for playtime or a snuggle session. Her affectionate nature and cuddly personality make her the perfect best friend for someone looking for a loyal and loving pup. If you’re looking for a sweet, snuggly, and smart companion, Rocket is ready to blast off into your heart!Could Rocket be your perfect match? Apply to adopt her today!IMPORTANT: Please read all below, especially if you live outside of Texas, which is where our rescue is located.Apply to adopt on our website: https://www.charmingpetrescue.org/adoptAll of our animals are spayed/neutered, microchipped, and up to date on shots.ALL of our animals are located in Boerne, TX, but transport after adoption is available to other states for a $300 fee for dogs or an additional fee varying by location for cats. If you are seeing our pets posted in your state, that's because you live near a transport stop, they are not currently at that location. Petfinder lists our pets as 'Out of Town' pets at other locations, and Adopt-a-Pet lists our location as a Transport stop. Those are currently the only options they offer to make this clear, so we put this description we've put at the bottom to explain it. You can read more about transport here: www.charmingpetrescue.org/transportWe understand transport is not an option for everyone, but we offer it at the cost we pay the transport company for those who wish to adopt from us.May 30, 2025, 4:56 am

Miles is a very smart and sweet boy who loves cuddling, roadtrips and laying in the sun. He is food motivated and eager to please you, so he is a quick study. (He knows sit, lay, wait, stand, spin, shake, and high five). Regarding his health, Miles has anxiety and has recently started medication for it. Due to my own anxiety levels and lifestyle, I’ve realized I am just not the right person for him and that he and I both deserve better than the dynamic we have with each other. Miles would do well in a single dog home where he can get all the attention and develop a strong, secure bond with someone who can be a consistent, calming presence for him. He deserves someone who knows (or is committed to learning or working with a trainer on) how to support reactive-fearful dogs. I want to stress that he really is such a sweet boy who wants to please and I think he would benefit from more exercise, patience, and a little guidance.

Blossom is a petite girl with a spunky attitude, who loves to be in the middle of the action. She is pretty nimble for a 6 month old puppy and will chart a path to whatever treat she is after. She loves to give sweet kisses and will, with the slightest encouragement, plop her head on your lap for some ear and head scratches while she gazes up at you. Blossom’s sweet, playful nature helps her get along with every dog she meets. When she’s feeling extra cute, she will pull out her signature diving plop and roll. In new situations, Blossom tends to be timid but with a little coaxing (aka treats) she quickly gains confidence and gets her spunk back. If you have any chew toys lying around, you can be sure that Blossom will make sure they are well-loved. Details: Blossom is crate trained, mostly house trained, spayed, vaccinated, heartworm tested negative, microchipped, and on heartworm and flea prevention. She gets along with kids and generally avoids cats. She is working on her basic commands and is up for adoption through Save-A-Stray. Feel free to contact me for more details/questions! If you need a buddy complete an application at https://www.saveastray.org/forms/form?formid=3635 Thank you for your interest in a Save a Stray pet. The first step is to complete an adoption application. https://www.saveastray.org/forms/form?formid=3635 Once the application is approved, a FaceTime will be set up for a virtual meet and greet. Since we are located in Mobile, AL, this will give you the opportunity to see the pet interact with other dogs, people, and see a bit of their personality. Transports leave every week alternating between the NE and the Great Lakes. We use the most animal-friendly transport on the road. Rescue Riders Pet Transport.

Toast is 1 year old sweetheart with a heart full of love and a playful spirit! This adorable pup was found living under a shed, but she’s now thriving in her foster home and ready to find her forever family. Toast is potty trained and already knows a few tricks like sit and down—she’s a smart cookie! She’s still working on curbing her excitement, so she’ll need some guidance with jumping and gentle nibbling. She loves playing with her buddy Apollo but can get a little nervous in a big group of dogs. Leashes aren’t her favorite thing, but once she’s on one, she walks beautifully! She’s a bit shy around kids at first but warms up quickly with a little patience. Toast is currently eating 2 cups of Grandma Mae’s dry food (AM and PM) and enjoys a good toy-shredding session—but don’t worry, she hasn’t had any incidents eating anything other than her toys! She’s also starting to get the hang of fetch, though she can easily get distracted by all the exciting smells around her. Toast is spayed, up to date on all vaccines, crate trained, and healthy. If you’re looking for a loving, playful, and eager-to-learn companion, Toast might be your perfect match! Could you be the one to give her the forever home she deserves? If this sounds like the pup for you, please complete an application at https://www.saveastray.org/forms/form?formid=3635 Once the application is approved, a FaceTime will be set up for a virtual meet and greet. Since we are located in Mobile, AL, this will give you the opportunity to see the pet interact with other dogs, people, and see a bit of their personality. Transports leave every week alternating between the NE and the Great Lakes. We use the most animal-friendly transport on the road. Rescue Riders Pet Transport. Thank you for your interest in a Save a Stray pet.

Jones likes to play and have fun. He is doing pretty well at playing fetch but does get distracted. He is learning his name and stays with a group of pups his age. He is friendly, likes people and kids. He will need all of the puppy training and leash work. He is a great boy who is waiting for his new home. Jones is in Tennessee but can be transported to you through Rescue Riders.

Meet Marshall – Your Adventure-Ready Snuggle Buddy!Marshall is a 5-year-old, 52-pound bundle of love with the funniest facial expressions that will keep you smiling every day! He’s the ultimate companion, always up for an adventure—whether it’s a walk, hike, camping trip, or just a ride in the car. And when the day is done, he’s more than happy to curl up with you for some quality cuddle time.This sweet boy is great with other dogs and kids, house trained, and knows how to sit. He sleeps soundly in his crate all night and is a fantastic listener. Marshall also loves stuffed toys, chewing on rawhides, and hanging out with his foster siblings. Bath time? No problem! He’s easygoing and ready for anything.If you’re looking for a fun, loyal, and affectionate best friend, Marshall is your guy. Don’t miss out on this amazing pup—he’s ready to find his forever home!IMPORTANT: Please read all below, especially if you live outside of Texas, which is where our rescue is located.Apply to adopt on our website: https://www.charmingpetrescue.org/adoptAll of our animals are spayed/neutered, microchipped, and up to date on shots.ALL of our animals are located in Boerne, TX, but transport after adoption is available to other states for a $300 fee for dogs or an additional fee varying by location for cats. If you are seeing our pets posted in your state, that's because you live near a transport stop, they are not currently at that location. Petfinder lists our pets as 'Out of Town' pets at other locations, and Adopt-a-Pet lists our location as a Transport stop. Those are currently the only options they offer to make this clear, so we put this description we've put at the bottom to explain it. You can read more about transport here: www.charmingpetrescue.org/transportWe understand transport is not an option for everyone, but we offer it at the cost we pay the transport company for those who wish to adopt from us.May 5, 2025, 11:29 am

Rocket is a 5-month-old Shepherd mix looking for her new best friend! Weighing in at 30 pounds, this sweet girl is crate and house trained. She’s a smart pup who loves to learn, making her the perfect companion for an active and loving home.Rocket adores kids and other dogs, always ready for playtime or a snuggle session. Her affectionate nature and cuddly personality make her the perfect best friend for someone looking for a loyal and loving pup. If you’re looking for a sweet, snuggly, and smart companion, Rocket is ready to blast off into your heart!Could Rocket be your perfect match? Apply to adopt her today!IMPORTANT: Please read all below, especially if you live outside of Texas, which is where our rescue is located.Apply to adopt on our website: https://www.charmingpetrescue.org/adoptAll of our animals are spayed/neutered, microchipped, and up to date on shots.ALL of our animals are located in Boerne, TX, but transport after adoption is available to other states for a $300 fee for dogs or an additional fee varying by location for cats. If you are seeing our pets posted in your state, that's because you live near a transport stop, they are not currently at that location. Petfinder lists our pets as 'Out of Town' pets at other locations, and Adopt-a-Pet lists our location as a Transport stop. Those are currently the only options they offer to make this clear, so we put this description we've put at the bottom to explain it. You can read more about transport here: www.charmingpetrescue.org/transportWe understand transport is not an option for everyone, but we offer it at the cost we pay the transport company for those who wish to adopt from us.May 30, 2025, 4:56 am

You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website. Thank you for stopping by to see me!  Please fill out an application to set up  a private meeting.     Hi! I'm new here!  I may require a fence or another dog in my forever home. Stay tuned for more info as my foster home gets to know me!  **FULL BIO COMING SOON** I’m a growing puppy and I have not yet had a lot of experience with crates, kids or cats and I might bark if something alarms me, but I really love to learn and hoping for a family who will take me to a basic obedience class to continue to help me build confidence and dog skills. Ideally my forever home would need to be home during the day to help me with my potty training and not leave me for breaks longer than 3 - 4 hours. If you are looking for a best friend, please fill out the puppy application. The more info you include on the application the better so I can find a good match for my forever home. Get your toy box ready! **Obedience classes are required when adopting this puppy from Underdog Rescue. Many of our puppies have a mama who was not properly socialized before coming to Underdog Rescue. Since coming to Underdog, this puppy has been in a socialized and loving home, but that needs to be continued with its Adopters. Training classes teach puppies the ins and outs of being a pet while creating a bond with their new Adopter. Obedience classes are key to creating a relationship with your puppy while having it be a happy and successful member of society. Proof of Obedience Class registration is required for this puppy before adoptions can be finalized. If you would like some suggestions, we would be happy to send some trainers who have experience with Underdog Rescue, but a Basic Obedience class in your area should work! Please note that some of our dogs are obtained from shelters, surrendered to our care, or released from breeders. Each animal's bio is based on our experience of the animal within our care, an educated guess based on physical characteristics, temperament and information shared. Each dog receives basic grooming when coming into rescue, but for some dogs they have not received grooming attention until recently and grooming may be required shortly after adoption. This will be at the adopter’s expense, so we encourage you to research the breed and be prepared for grooming expenses. Underdog cannot guarantee hypoallergenic or non-shedding qualities of any dogs in our rescue. Some of the animals come from situations where they are lacking experience in a home and confidence in humans. In turn, they require another companion dog and/or a fenced in yard in their forever home in order for them to feel safe. If you are interested in a particular dog whose bio states those needs and do not currently have them, please understand that your home might not be the right fit. Please use the filter on our Adoptable Dogs page to find the perfect match for your home.  T his puppy requires an application fee. This fee must be paid within 24 hours or your application will be considered void.  We will not review or contact applicants that have not completed the payment portion.   Puppy Applications will be responded to within 5 business days, after receipt of the application fee.  Please understand that paying the fee does not guarantee you will be approved to adopt the puppy. Our goal is place puppies in homes that are suited for their individual needs. You may be willing and able to provide a great home, but if it doesn’t meet the specific needs of the puppy, we will not approve your application. We accept applications for puppies until we have a candidate that meets all of the requirements needed for the specific puppy and they have been contacted to review the adoption process as well as agree to all of the terms to move forward. ***Be sure to check your spam/junk folder as sometimes our emails end up there*** Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.If you have other questions about me you can email Underdog Rescue at <inquiries@underdogrescuemn.com> ADOPTION EVENTS:      Adoption events are updated at the top of each dogs animals' as their foster home signs up. Check back for updates on which events they will be attending. If an event is not listed within their bio above, the animal is not planning to attend.  Please understand that all of our pets are in volunteer foster homes and sometimes "life" happens and the foster family cannot make it to their scheduled adoption event. If you are traveling from a far distance to meet a specific animal, please understand we cannot guarantee event attendance. We recommend filling out an application and we will set up a private appointment. Private appointments are only scheduled after an application is submitted and approved. ADOPTION PROCEDURE: The first step in our process is to complete an online adoption application on our website: http://www.underdogrescuemn.com/adoptionprocess/   Note: In most circumstances Underdog Rescue will only adopt within 60 miles of Minneapolis, MN.  All of our foster animals can be seen by appointment with an approved adoption application. Contact us at http://www.underdogrescuemn.com/contact-us/ if you have further questions. FOSTER CARE: All of our animals are fostered in individual homes or doggie daycare facilities. While they are in our care, they are part of our families and given lots of love. We work on training, crate-training and socialization prior to adoption, but each bio is written by the foster as they see them, in their home. Each animal's behavior is evaluated and we have a sense of its temperament and personality, but it cannot be guaranteed. We look for adopters who will give each animal the wonderful life and permanent home that he or she deserves in time and with patience.  If you have an interest and ability to be a foster home, please visit our website  www.underdogrescuemn.com/foster-applications  and fill out a foster application. NUTRITION: Nutrition is vital to the rehabilitation and life-long health of our pets.  All of our foster animals are fed a premium diet such as NutriSource, Canidae, Orijen, Nature's Variety, Fromm, Pure Vita, Stella and Chewy's, Primal, or balanced raw diet.  All adopters are required to continue providing premium diets for the life of the animal. YOU CAN HELP: Not able to foster or adopt right now? Please consider sponsoring an Underdog. Your donation will help us buy dog food and pay for medical costs. Visit this link  www.underdogrescuemn.com/donate   to donate.  (Please note: A Paypal account is not necessary to use Paypal. When you get to the Paypal page, just use the link to the left of their login to make your donation via Paypal without an account.) June 22, 2025, 8:49 pm

Hi! I'm Gypsy! I'm a beautiful golden retriever mix, about 3 years old (born 10/2021). I'm at that perfect age – not a crazy puppy, but not a slowpoke senior either! I've had a bit of a bumpy start in life, moving between homes a few times. But I'm ready for my *forever* home, and I'm hoping you're the one! My sweet golden eyes are hoping to convince you that I'm the missing piece in your family. Because of my past, I do have some anxiety, especially when kenneled for long periods. But don't worry! I take a daily anxiety medication that helps me feel much better. It's super easy – just hide it in a pill pocket with my morning meal, and I gobble it right down! It's *very* important that I get this medication *every* single morning. It's not something I can take occasionally, and I shouldn't stop taking it suddenly. My foster mom strongly recommends I stay on it for life to help me feel safe and secure after my rough start. I'm a fun-loving girl! I adore playing with toys, kids, and most other dogs. I can be a little bossy with *some* female dogs, but I get along fine with most. Cats? I'm curious at first sniff, but then I usually just ignore them. I've been around cats in other foster homes and done well. I'm a fantastic car rider – I love watching the world go by! I'm also crate trained (I might whine a little when you leave, but I settle down quickly) and house trained. I'm the perfect blend of cuddly and playful. I'll happily snuggle up with you on the couch for movie night, but I'm also ready for some zoomies in the yard or a good run! Won't you please give me my happy ending? I promise to be your loyal and loving companion forever and always. I'm just a brown-eyed girl, waiting for you! Adoption fee includes: Full veterinary exam, alter, rabies vaccination, prepaid microchip, dewormed, Distemper combo vaccines appropriate to age, Bordetella vaccine, heartworm and flea/tick preventative while in rescue. Adoption fee: $395.00 Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.February 25, 2025, 11:38 pm

Hi, I am Davidson!  I hail from Kentucky, but am happy to be here in Minnesota. Actually, I'm just happy in general!     I know how to sit, shake, and lie down. I am pretty good at “wait”, too.    I am eternally excited. I happily swing my butt and head around and have not yet figured out that when those parts of me run into a part of you that it doesn't feel great. I may knock over people or smaller kids who aren't sure-footed because I haven't figured out that this is the effect.  I do seem to be aware that my human foster siblings (8 and 10) are smaller and take this into consideration when I'm by them.    I am a lover of toys! I prance around happily when I have one and am always willing to share with other dogs.  I make a funny little growly sound when I'm really excited about the toy I'm trying to show you and get you to play with. It's not an aggressive thing by any means, just my way to communicate how jacked I am about it! I have earned the nickname “Darth Davey” because of the heavy breathing done out of excitement.    I am good in my kennel after some initial whining. I stay there when my foster parents leave the house. I prefer to sleep in bed with my people and my furry foster siblings, but will sleep in the kennel if I must.    I am super dog friendly. I have not shown any reactive behaviors. I want to play with friends I meet right away, but am also mindful of their cues and when they aren't quite ready to play with me. I have not shown any signs of resource guarding, either. In fact, one of my furry foster siblings is a little rude and tries to take toys from my mouth, and I just let her do it. She gets overly sassy with me sometimes when we play, and I remain non-aggressive.   I got to meet a cat to see how I would do with them, and I didn't care too much about the cat. I just wanted pets from the human whose cat it was.    I am a bit vocal, but it is when I'm trying to tell you something…like needing to go out to potty or REALLY wanting to play. For this reason, I may not be the best candidate for a home with shared walls, unless your neighbors understand that dogs sometimes bark to communicate. I bark when I want attention, but who doesn't love a guy who can communicate?!     I like lounging on the floor near my foster family's feet, but also enjoy a good dog bed and some time on the couch with my head in my people's lap. Sometimes I even try to sit in their laps.    I have an impressive vertical jump in the air excitedly when it's time to eat, go outside, and play.   I would love to meet you, get some pets, and play tug of war! After that, maybe some butt scratches and snuggles?      Adoption fee includes: Full veterinary exam, Alter, Prepaid microchip, Dewormed, Rabies vaccine (if age appropriate), Distemper combo vaccine(s) appropriate to age, Bordetella vaccine, 4DX (over 6 months of age), Flea/tick and heartworm preventative while in rescue. Adoption fee:  $425.00Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.June 14, 2025, 8:48 am