AGE: 1 Year

SEX: Male

BREED: Lab Mix

Meet Rudi – Gentle, Loving, and Looking for His Safe Place

Rudi is the kind of dog who will quietly steal your heart.

He’s a sweet, sensitive soul who lights up around other dogs. Confident and joyful in their company, Rudi truly comes alive when he has a dog buddy by his side—someone to play with, follow, and learn from. He would thrive in a home with a confident canine sibling who can help show him that the world isn’t so scary.

Around the people he knows and trusts, Rudi is gentle, loyal, and incredibly affectionate. He’ll happily curl up next to you, follow you from room to room, and be your quiet little shadow. One of his favorite things is watching animals on TV—he’ll perk up and watch with genuine interest, and he’s always ready to settle in for a cozy movie night.

Rudi also thrives at doggy daycare and boarding. He absolutely loves being around other pups and does incredibly well in a structured, social environment. He even knows the word “camp”—and when he hears it, his ears perk up and his tail wags with excitement. It’s his happy place.

But Rudi is still learning to feel secure in new situations. Meeting new people or being left alone can be tough for him right now. He’s not destructive—just uncertain—and needs time, patience, and understanding as he builds confidence. For that reason, he’d do best in a calm, stable home with minimal visitors and someone who’s around most of the time—maybe a retired person, someone who works from home, or a family with flexibility and a lot of heart.

Rudi would love:

A dog sibling to guide him and keep him company

A secure yard where he can explore at his own pace

A peaceful home with routines and patience

A soft spot on the couch for animal shows and movies

Regular trips to “camp” (daycare/boarding) where he can socialize and play

A person or family committed to helping him grow in confidence

Rudi doesn’t need perfection—just someone who sees him for who he is, and who’s willing to go slowly, with love. In the right home, with the right support, Rudi has so much love to give. He’s already on his way—and he just needs someone to walk beside him