My name is Leo!

Leo is a fun-loving, energetic, and affectionate 3-year-old Yellow Lab who is looking for an active home that can keep up with his playful personality. Weighing in at 65 pounds, Leo is a strong and enthusiastic companion who thrives on interaction and outdoor activity. He is fully house-trained and will sit by the patio door when he needs to go outside, whether for a bathroom break or a game of fetch—his absolute favorite activity. He is also crate-trained and will go in willingly with a treat, remaining quiet while his humans leave, though he may bark briefly when he hears them return.

A social and friendly dog, Leo gets along well with other dogs but can be a bit pushy once he gets comfortable, so he would do best with canine companions who are tolerant of his play style. He has lived with cats in his previous foster home with no issues, though dog-savvy cats are ideal. He also adores children and enjoys playing with them, but due to his size and enthusiasm, he may accidentally knock over smaller kids in his excitement. While he is incredibly sweet and never aggressive, families with children under five should be mindful of his energetic nature.

Leo has a few quirks that make him extra charming. When let out of his kennel, he loves to carry around a shoe as if it’s his personal trophy. He’s also quite determined when it comes to food—if he spots a treat under the couch, he’ll do whatever it takes to retrieve it. However, this love of food also means he needs a slow feeder for his meals and supervision around accessible snacks on counters. He’s highly motivated by treats and will eagerly sit or lie down when a reward is involved!

Ideally, Leo’s adopter would be someone who’s around throughout the day and able to provide daily exercise, playtime, and mental stimulation. Access to a yard would be a major bonus to allow Leo to play fetch to his heart’s content!

Leo is a wonderful, loving dog who just wants to be part of an active family that will give him the attention, exercise, and companionship he craves. If you’re looking for a loyal, playful, and affectionate best friend, Leo is ready to fill that role!

If you are interested in this dog, fill out an application at this link to get the ball rolling - https://pethavenmn.org/adopt/adoptable-dogs/dog-adoption-application/

The adoption fee is $450. Adoption fee includes spay/neuter, heartworm/Lyme test, all age-appropriate vaccinations (distemper, rabies, and Bordetella), heartworm and flea/tick preventatives, and microchip implant (including registration). Adoption fees INCLUDE a mandatory sales tax of 7.525%. Age and breed are based on veterinarian and intake professional’s recommendation and not guaranteed as a rescue animal’s history is often unknown. Due to post-adoption services provided, we prefer to adopt within a 150-mile radius of the Twin Cities. However, we will consider up to 250 miles if the foster agrees to travel requirements and staff approval.