Black Labrador Retriever and Mixed Breed Dogs Available for Adoption in Cedarburg, Wisconsin

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Foster or Adopter Needed by 6/3/26

Storm needs a committed foster or adopter to secure his ride from Fort Bend Animal Services in Texas to Cedarburg, WI with Mutt Life Dog Rescue on 6/3/26 in partnership with Dog Is My CoPilot. Without a home commitment, he cannot make transport.

Meet Storm

Storm is a happy, friendly 4-year-old Lab mix who is ready for a fresh start with a family of his own. He arrived at the shelter with a microchip, but sadly no one ever came to reclaim him. Despite that, Storm has kept his joyful personality and love for life.

This fun-loving boy is always excited to meet people and is happiest when he is playing, exploring, or soaking up attention. Storm absolutely loves toys and will happily chase them, toss them around on his own, or engage in a game of tug-of-war with his people. He also enjoys rolling around in the grass and making the most out of every moment.

Storm already knows how to sit and lay down on command, though his excitement for treats sometimes makes it hard for him to wait patiently for his reward. He is very food motivated and eager to interact, which makes him a great candidate for continued training and enrichment.

He has a high-energy, typical young lab personality and would thrive in an active home that can give him plenty of exercise, structure, and engagement. While Storm was previously described as being a bit overwhelming for some dogs due to his energy level, shelter staff recently introduced him to a calmer dog and he adjusted very nicely. After some initial excitement, Storm read the other dog’s cues well and settled himself down, showing he can coexist appropriately with other dogs.

Quick Facts:

Age: 4 years
Gender: Male (neutered)
Weight: 69 lbs
Breed: Lab Mix
Heartworm Status: Negative
Good with Dogs: Yes
Good with Cats: Not tested
Good with Kids: Likely yes (best with older kids)
Potty Trained: Unknown
Crate Trained: Unknown
Leash Trained: Yes

Storm is ready to leave shelter life behind and find an active, loving family to call his own. If you are able to foster or adopt Storm, please apply today.
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Adoption fees include the cost of spay/neuter procedure, up-to-date dewormer, vaccinations, heartworm prevention (age appropriate), and certified veterinarian inspection within 30 days of adoption.
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Review adoption requirements and ensure you meet the necessary criteria to apply!

https://www.muttlife.org/adoption-policies
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ADOPTION PROCESS:
1.) Apply: Fill out an adoption application completely and submit all necessary documents.

2.) Application Decision: approved applicants will be notified via phone call and email.

3.) Foster-to-Adopt Trial Period: After approval, you have the opportunity to do a meet and greet and bring your dog home! You get a 5-day foster-to-adopt (FTA) period to make sure it's the right fit.

4.) Final Decision: By the end of the FTA period, please let us know your final decision to adopt or return the dog to our rescue.

5.) Home Visit: After the adoption process, we conduct a home visit either in person or via Zoom meeting to ensure that everything is going well with the transition and to answer any final questions you may have.

6.) Neuter/spay for puppies: for dogs who are not fixed at the time of adoption, we will reimburse for the procedure once we receive proof of spay/neuter. The procedure MUST be done at HAWS Snip Clinic in Waukesha, WI, or Wisconsin Community Veterinarian Center in Madison, WI. If you would like to go through your veterinarian or another location, we will reimburse $125 once we receive proof of the procedure. We recommend spay/neuter around 6 months old.

**Note: Adoptions are not considered final until the dog is neutered/spayed if applicable**

The black Labrador Retriever is a popular and versatile breed known for its friendly nature, intelligence, and loyalty. They are agile, keen swimmers with a strong work ethic, making them excellent hunting and service dogs. Their glossy black coat is low maintenance and sheds minimally, while their friendly temperament makes them great family pets. Black Labs are known for their outgoing personalities and eagerness to please, making them loving companions in various roles and settings.

The mixed breed dogs, often referred to as mutts, are a diverse and unique group with a blend of different characteristics from various purebred dog breeds. These dogs come from a mixture of lineages, resulting in a wide range of sizes, coat types, and temperaments. While each mixed breed dog is distinct in its own right, they are known for their resilience, adaptability, and often have fewer health issues compared to purebred dogs due to their genetic diversity. Mixed breed dogs make wonderful companions for families looking for a loyal and one-of-a-kind pet.