Labrador Retriever puppies and dogs in Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin

You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.6/24/24 Luca here…well, I had a bit of an adventure this past week that no one wants to go through. My foster Mama was paying attention to the fact that sometimes I would give her a pathetic face and my energy would dip, and my poop was showing signs of upset so she knew I wasn't feeling so hot. She was in the process of elimination on my food intake to help but I was vomiting clear fluid early mornings so in I went to the see the Vet. Because I always had an empty stomach when I threw up it was thought that I was having some acid reflux issues so I was given medicine and a slight change in feeding routine to help me feel better. I had been eating/drinking and pottying just fine. The medicine and change didn't help and I got worse, I wasn't keeping food down. Foster Mom got me to the Vet thinking I had an obstruction and an x-ray was done that showed a bucket of gas in the intestines and some foreign fiber content and maybe a piece of metal. I was moved to the ER clinic because they wanted to do a Barium series but were short-handed and didn't have enough on hand to do a full series on a kid my size. I was kept for the afternoon and into the evening to do the tests and my stomach didn't let hardly anything pass through like it should so it was determined to do exploratory surgery that night to find what the problem was. Turns out I had a honking big obstruction that pretty much filled my entire tummy and had started getting into my intestines. The Vet says the mess had been in there for quite a bit of time, before I came into foster care, it looked to be an accumulation of toy debris and plastic. My Foster Mama says she is relieved she didn't miss something when I was self-entertaining with toys here, but is not happy with whoever my previous people were. The wad of materials was given to my Foster Mama and it is GROSS! It's filled with all sorts of stuff that was never here and is as big as her hand! (Foster Mom is waiting for my Foster Dad to get home for him to finish picking it apart because his hands are stronger, but she says there are some really hard things in the wad.) The ER staff were ever so nice to me and gave me pets whenever they could and on Sunday afternoon were able to give me small amounts of rice and chicken - I ate like there was no tomorrow. My foster parents came to visit me and I cuddled into them and soaked up all the love I could get. I was given another small meal and kept it down. Since I was doing so well with keeping food down and pottying like I should I was able to come back to my foster home late last night. I have some recovery time and have to wear a rotten cone because I'm too flexible for a donut. Foster Mom is complaining about bruised legs and my foster siblings have come to check me out, but after I bopped them with the cone a couple of times, they are a little wary of me moving around them. As you can imagine the surgery isn't inexpensive and because I had to go the ER to save my life it added to the cost. Will you please help with my Veterinary costs? 6/18/24 My feelings are little hurt that no one has asked about me. Foster Mom keeps telling me I've been really easy to have, and while I do love it here, I just know there is a family that will just please give me a chance.  I may not look just like a Labrador, but my giving heart, eager to please demeanor and love for affection is just the same. My foster Dad is a bit goofy, now I get,  "Luukkee, I am your Father" as a greeting - I just don't know what's coming, but he's fun as he likes to play tug with me and he actually had me fly like an airplane because I was having so much fun! Foster Mom has played fetch with me and my foster fur siblings all going at once and I never once talked back when one of them beat me to the ball, even though she had 3 different toys going every which way so someone had something. We've played one on one too and I bring the ball back, but sometimes she has to tell me to "drop it" (did I mention I love to play tug?) and I do. I just keep soaking up the love here, I really love the petting and will lay on my foster Dad's feet sometimes. My Foster Mom tweaked her knee this past weekend so I didn't get a walk for a couple of days and was I ever a good boy for everyone. Leash walking is pretty nice I get out and about and see what's going on and Foster Mom is walking 3 of us at once and people keep commenting on how well we are all behaving. I know the routines so I crash out while she works. My "stay/wait" has come along really well.  I rarely make a peep in the crate. My foster parents say I've earned extra freedoms, so after my foster Dad leaves for work when its still dark out, I get free roam until my Foster Mom gets up at 6 and I have behaved myself most excellently. Foster Mom says I'm all legs and stand taller than my foster fur siblings, but I'm relatively light weight. When I'm outside I sure can get the zoomies on as I know not to do that inside. I do need work on my recall when I'm outside in the great wide open though. We went to the dog park during a quiet time so we had the back 4 acres all to ourselves that let me just stretch my legs out and I kept doing a run through to check on where everyone was. Turns out I don't mind the weeds at all, I was just being a good boy because I was on leash before. I'm still a good boy off leash, I just need 5 minutes to stretch my legs and I'll circle back to you to check and then I'm off again and I keep circling back as I really don't want to lose you. I was a really good boy at the Vet's office to make sure I was up to date on my vaccination. Both the Vet and one of the Vet techs said they each had a sibling they were going to tell them about me. I'm cautious about new situations and I am still hesitant about getting into a car, but I'm a very good rider. Don't you want my soulful eyes gazing at you? 6/10/24 My foster Dad keeps singing this when he greets me each day when he comes home from work. "My name is Luca I live on the second floor I live upstairs from you Yes, I think you've seen me before" I guess his age is showing. He's pretty cool, likes to play tug with me, although I sound like I'm going to tear him a new one when we play, it's just me being vocal. My oldest foster fur-sibling gets really grouchy if I bark in her face when I'm playing and then my foster Mom says it isn't polite to bark in anyone's face. *Sigh* I'm learning. Foster Mom says I'm a teenager and still need some education, but I've been really easy to take care of during my "layover" until I get a new family. I'm potty and crate trained, I know "sit", working on the command "kennel" and "wait" - although that last one is tough when I've got food sitting in front of my paws. My leash manners are pretty dang good when I'm on a Halti collar. I've learned a lot of the routines here, so I know when the lights start getting turned off at night, I head right over to my crate after I potty outside, it doesn't hurt that I get a nibble to two for reward. I'm loving the daily walks, although I'm not so sure about being in the woods on weedy trails - foster Mom says I must be a city boy. I'd be an awesome jogging companion but its not necessary for that level of activity for me to be a good boy for you, but walks are pretty nice to get out and about so I'll settle down nicely for you to work. I'll self- entertain myself for a stretch with toys too. I'd really love it if there was someone to be my very own and pet me a lot. Foster Mom says my spine is pretty bendy as I curve right over the sofa cushion with my butt on the floor to get pets. I also like to make sure she isn't alone when she goes to the bathroom - she seems to get a little bothered by the fact that there are 3 of us sitting at her feet wanting attention while she is doing her business - she says just because she is the only human in the house at that moment doesn't mean she is lonely. Having foster fur siblings is great entertainment when we are outside, I know not to bother them inside, they seem to want to be left alone then, but outside is fair game. I used to live with a couple of kids, so I'm good to go there, but I don't know about cats. Foster Mom says I haven't shown much prey drive when we are out and about. New situations can be a bit scary for me, so I'm cautious there and big guys are like "whoa, boy" so I might have a bit of stress pee if a big guy comes at me too quick. When my foster Dad comes home, I crouch at the top of the stairs until he starts to sing and then I'm good to go. Both of my foster parents say my biggest annoyance for them is that I can have a low-grade whine, but its tapered off as I get more and more used to what is going on here. C'mon, give me a chance. I can be your bestest boy! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ 6/4/24 Hey, hey, hey - Luca here! I'm a 2.5y.o. male Labbie mix, my foster parents think with Greyhound, due to my slightly longer, narrower snout, whippy curled tail, short thin coat, legginess, and the way my ears sit - but I don't know, I'm hear to PLAY! Right now I'm still decompressing from the shelter, I was left there because my previous people said they were moving. The word is I'm a bit skittish with new situations and men, but foster Mom says she sees the new situations, but I was super stressed out at the shelter, but man-shy is questionable right now, because when my foster Dad sat down on the deck step I snuggled right into him and the did the total Labbie lean on him so I could be in contact and get my belly rubbed. I'm sucking up all the love I can get right now and am absolutely loving the daily walks - I need an outlet so I don't bug my foster fur siblings too much and so foster Mom can work - but they are girls, psshhtt, lame-o. Stay tuned for more as I learn the ropes!Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.July 6, 2024, 3:35 pm

This sweet baby was born as part of a litter on the streets of Memphis. Luckily the community rallied around him, his mom and his siblings and began caring for the little family. They are all safe now, loved and are well socialized. He's very sweet, gentle, kind! He's ready to find a wonderful family he can call his own. We use a transport company called Rescue Vet Transport that travels every weekend to the northeast delivering newly adopted pets. They travel as far north as West Greenwich, Rhode Island. Transport is an additional $185. You will find our volunteer team to be very responsive, so please refrain from submitting an application until you're fully prepared to welcome a new family member into your home.https://forms.gle/APKvbgFJcaRvgKgk9

Meet Groot, an adorable pup with a sweet personality who loves playing with his siblings. His unique sable-colored coat makes him extra special. Groot is doing well with potty training and absolutely loves people. He's eager to find his forever family to share his love and playful energy with. If you’re looking for a loving and fun companion, Groot is the perfect match! Groot is tagged for rescue and urgently needs a FOSTER or ADOPTER before June 7, 2024. He arrives to Wisconsin on 6/8/2024. Don't miss the chance to welcome this adorable pup into your life! FEE INCLUDES: Adopting an adult dog (6 months or older) includes spaying/neutering, vaccinations, deworming, flea & tick prevention, heartworm testing, and microchipping. For dogs under 6 months, they receive age-appropriate vaccinations, deworming, flea/tick prevention, and microchipping. All dogs are spayed/neutered by 6 months, covered within the adoption fee. The procedure must be done at one of our partner clinics. To begin the adoption process, please submit an application on our website: www.hbwi.org/adopt. Once approved, you'll have the opportunity to meet our available dogs. Following the meeting, you can initiate a 5-day Adoption Trial, allowing you to take the dog home. This trial period is designed to ensure the dog is a match for you and aligns with your lifestyle. After the 5-day trial, if all goes well, the adoption will be finalized. Additionally, we require a home visit once the dog is settled in its new home to ensure a smooth transition for both the dog and the adopter.

Meet Violet, a loving and gentle momma dog who came to HBWI after all her puppies found wonderful homes. Now it's Violet's turn to find her forever family! Violet is an affectionate and playful girl who adores being around people. She gets along wonderfully with kids of all ages, having spent time with both young children and older ones. She's great in her crate, housebroken, and knows to chew only on her toys. Naturally quiet, Violet sleeps through the night in her crate without a peep. She currently lives with a cat and likes to sit back and observe it. She hasn't shown a prey drive... other than with bugs! Initially high-energy upon her arrival to WI, Violet has since settled down and proven to be a calm, well-behaved dog. She knows basic commands like "sit" and "down," and her high food motivation makes her eager to please. She was a jumper when she got here, but we think those days are behind her!! Violet is amazing on a leash and is a true "loose leash walker." She has great recall and even knows how to play fetch! Violet is ready to share her love and bring joy to a new family. Could you be the perfect match for this amazing dog? FEE INCLUDES: Adopting an adult dog (6 months or older) includes spaying/neutering, vaccinations, deworming, flea & tick prevention, heartworm testing, and microchipping. For dogs under 6 months, they receive age-appropriate vaccinations, deworming, flea/tick prevention, and microchipping. All dogs are spayed/neutered by 6 months, covered within the adoption fee. The procedure must be done at one of our partner clinics. To begin the adoption process, please submit an application on our website: www.hbwi.org/adopt. Once approved, you'll have the opportunity to meet our available dogs. Following the meeting, you can initiate a 5-day Adoption Trial, allowing you to take the dog home. This trial period is designed to ensure the dog is a match for you and aligns with your lifestyle. After the 5-day trial, if all goes well, the adoption will be finalized. Additionally, we require a home visit once the dog is settled in its new home to ensure a smooth transition for both the dog and the adopter.

Rue is a sweet girl with medium to calm energy! She likes to play or go on walks. This beautiful petite girl is going to be adopted fast! She is kind and gets along with all of the other dogs she has met! She is good with the older kids she has been around as well!

Charlotte and her four surviving puppies were found abandoned in rural Texas. From the very beginning, she was the sweetest girl, desperately seeking help for herself and her little family. Now that her babies are weaned, Charlotte is ready to find her forever home! She deserves all the love in the world and is so excited to make her way to Wisconsin! Charlotte is tagged for rescue and urgently needs a FOSTER or ADOPTER before June 7, 2024. She arrives to Wisconsin on 6/8/2024. Don't miss the chance to welcome this adorable, spirited and resilient pup into your life! FEE INCLUDES: Adopting an adult dog (6 months or older) includes spaying/neutering, vaccinations, deworming, flea & tick prevention, heartworm testing, and microchipping. For dogs under 6 months, they receive age-appropriate vaccinations, deworming, flea/tick prevention, and microchipping. All dogs are spayed/neutered by 6 months, covered within the adoption fee. The procedure must be done at one of our partner clinics. To begin the adoption process, please submit an application on our website: www.hbwi.org/adopt. Once approved, you'll have the opportunity to meet our available dogs. Following the meeting, you can initiate a 5-day Adoption Trial, allowing you to take the dog home. This trial period is designed to ensure the dog is a match for you and aligns with your lifestyle. After the 5-day trial, if all goes well, the adoption will be finalized. Additionally, we require a home visit once the dog is settled in its new home to ensure a smooth transition for both the dog and the adopter.