The sun was blazing at Silverado Days, but so was the enthusiasm for rescue! ☀️🐾
Our Labradors and Friends volunteers and adoptable dogs spent the day meeting new faces, making friends, and sharing a little of what makes rescue so special.
From curious visitors stopping by our booth to plenty of puppy kisses and wagging tails, it was a wonderful opportunity to connect with the community.
And one of our very own decided it was time to steal the spotlight!
And then there was Oliver! 🏆
Our very own Oliver took the stage to compete in the Tricks division of the Mutt Competition, proudly representing Labradors and Friends!
He walked away with the Participation Award, and we couldn’t be prouder of our boy. Sometimes just getting up on stage and giving it your best is worth celebrating!
Watch Oliver’s Silverado Days performance!
The day may have been hot, but the hearts were even warmer!
A Little Silverado Days Cuteness! 📸
Every Conversation Plants a Seed ❤️
While we didn’t receive any adoption applications at the event, we met so many wonderful people who stopped to learn about our dogs and the work we do.
Sometimes a conversation today leads to an adoption tomorrow. Every introduction, every shared story, and every new connection helps bring our dogs closer to the homes they deserve.
A huge thank-you to our dedicated volunteers who braved the heat, everyone who stopped by our booth, and the Silverado Days organizers for welcoming us!
The best part of rescue events? You never know which hello might change a dog’s life. ❤️
Some dogs find their forever families in days. Others wait weeks, months, or even longer.
But the passing of time doesn’t make them any less deserving of love.
At Labradors and Friends, we have some truly incredible dogs who have been waiting for someone to see what we see in them.
A sprinkler-loving goofball. A senior who refuses to slow down. A fetch fanatic. A shy soul waiting for someone to earn his trust. And so many more.
Seven dogs. Seven personalities. Seven hearts still hoping.
Meet Baby Girl, Twinkle, Marilynn, Kira, Connor, Baxter, and Venus.
They may have different stories, personalities, and needs, but they all have one thing in common:
They’re still waiting. And they’re absolutely worth it. ❤️
Baby Girl — The Official Welcome Committee ❤️
Some dogs just have a way of making everyone feel special, and Baby Girl is one of them!
This happy, social butterfly greets every volunteer with excitement, as though they’ve come just to see her. She loves people, adores playtime, and has a particular weakness for squeaky toys!
With her infectious enthusiasm and joyful personality, Baby Girl has so much love to share. She’s been waiting for someone to recognize what our volunteers already know — she’s a wonderful girl who deserves a family of her own.
Could Baby Girl be the happiness missing from your home? ❤️
Age is just a number, and Twinkle is living proof!
This spirited senior has more energy than some dogs half her age! While other dogs might prefer a leisurely stroll, Twinkle would much rather go for a run. She’s an enthusiastic explorer with incredible endurance, and sometimes you have to convince her it’s time for a break!
And then there’s her love of water. Give Twinkle a bowl to drink from, and don’t be surprised if she decides it’s actually a splash pool! Her silly antics never fail to make our volunteers laugh.
Twinkle is proof that growing older doesn’t mean slowing down, and she still has so many adventures ahead of her.
Could you be the one to share Twinkle’s next great adventure? ❤️
Marilynn may be petite, but the love she has to give is anything but small!
This sweet, athletic girl has a heart as big as her personality. She absolutely adores her people and is happiest when she’s right by their side, soaking up affection and attention.
Marilynn forms deep bonds with the people she trusts. She’s eager to learn, responds well to praise and gentle guidance, and genuinely wants to make her humans happy.
Behind those beautiful eyes is a loyal, loving companion just waiting for someone to give her the chance to shine.
Marilynn has so much love to give. Could you be the person she’s been waiting for? ❤️
If enthusiasm were an Olympic sport, Kira would bring home the gold!
This beautiful girl absolutely LOVES attention, affection, and most of all, a good game of fetch. In fact, one of her favorite days is new volunteer orientation, because it means plenty of new people ready to shower her with love and throw her favorite ball!
There’s just one little catch. Kira doesn’t always believe in returning the ball. 😂 But she’s figured out a pretty good system — bring a second ball, and she’ll happily keep the game going until she’s completely worn out!
Kira’s playful spirit and love for her people make her unforgettable to the volunteers who know her.
She’s been bringing joy to our volunteers for so long. Isn’t it time she had a family to share that joy with? ❤️
Connor — A Little Patience, A Lifetime of Loyalty ❤️
Some friendships happen instantly. Others take a little time to grow. And sometimes, those are the most rewarding friendships of all.
Meet Connor, a handsome, goofy boy with an adventurous spirit and a heart worth earning.
Connor can be cautious around new people, and he needs someone who understands that trust isn’t always given immediately. But with patience, kindness, and the opportunity to get comfortable at his own pace, his wonderful personality begins to shine.
Once you’ve earned Connor’s trust, you’ll discover a loyal, fun-loving companion who’s ready to share life’s adventures with you.
He doesn’t need someone who expects perfection. He needs someone who sees his potential and is willing to build a lasting bond.
Connor may take a little longer to give you his heart, but once he does, it’s yours for life. ❤️
Some dogs chase tennis balls. Others chase squirrels. Baxter? He chases sprinklers! 💦
Meet Baxter, our fun-loving boy who has turned an ordinary backyard sprinkler into his very own amusement park!
The moment Baxter spots a sprinkler, he’s off and running, charging straight toward the spray with pure joy. Lakes, baths, and garden hoses are perfectly fine, but sprinklers? Those are something special!
His enthusiasm is absolutely contagious, and watching him enjoy the simplest things in life is guaranteed to bring a smile to your face.
Baxter reminds us that happiness doesn’t always come from grand adventures. Sometimes, it’s as simple as a sunny afternoon, a little water, and the freedom to be yourself.
Baxter has mastered the art of finding joy in everyday moments. Now he just needs someone to share them with. ❤️
Behind those beautiful eyes is one very clever girl with a whole lot of love to give!
Meet Venus, a sweet, intelligent, and resourceful girl who has proven she’s quite the survivor.
Venus is friendly with people, other dogs, and even cats! She can be a little shy at first, but give her time to feel comfortable, and her affectionate personality begins to shine.
She’s also an accomplished escape artist. After getting out of her foster home, Venus survived an entire week on her own before being safely recovered. That adventure taught us just how smart, determined, and resourceful she can be!
Because of her escape history, Venus needs a family committed to keeping her safe. A secure home, careful management of doors and gates, and supervised outdoor time are essential. She should never be left unattended in a backyard.
Venus isn’t looking for just any home. She’s looking for someone who understands her needs and will give her the security, patience, and love she deserves.
This clever girl has spent enough time finding her own way. Now she deserves a family who will help her feel safe and loved forever. ❤️
Seven dogs. Seven very different personalities. Seven hearts still waiting for someone to call their own.
Some need an active family. Some need patience and understanding. Others simply need someone who sees the wonderful companion our volunteers already know and love.
They’ve waited through countless adoption events, watched other dogs find their families, and continued hoping their turn will come.
They don’t need everyone to choose them. They just need the right person.
And even if you can’t adopt, you can still help. Share their stories. Tell a friend. Help us reach someone who might be searching for a dog just like one of these seven.
Because sometimes, all it takes is one person seeing one photograph, reading one story, and deciding to give a dog a chance.
They’re still here. Still hoping. And every single one is worth it. ❤️
Three boys, two girls, and an incredible team of lifesavers!
When five puppies needed help at the Carson shelter, Molly and Old Blue Inc. stepped in to cover their veterinary care, and our extraordinary foster, Teri, opened her home once again.
All five puppies tested negative for parvo, received veterinary care, and are now safe, happy, and enjoying puppy life.
This week, we’re celebrating Cathy, whose journey from volunteer dog walker to dedicated foster and event volunteer reminds us that one small YES can change countless lives.
A little rain wasn’t going to stop our Labradors and Friends crew!
Our volunteers braved the wet weather to participate in the annual adoption event hosted by the San Diego Animal Support Foundation at Grossmont Center.
Labradors and Friends has participated in these wonderful community events since the Foundation began hosting them, including its Valentine’s Day and holiday adoption celebrations.
Wet Paws, Warm Hearts
Despite the gray skies, our volunteers traveled from Orange County with adoptable dogs, ready to introduce them to potential forever families.
There were wet paws, wagging tails, and plenty of smiles. And the best part? Two adoption applications! ❤️
Every application represents the possibility of a new beginning for a dog waiting for a family.
A Partnership That Makes a Difference
Events like these bring rescue organizations, animal lovers, and the community together for one shared purpose: helping homeless pets find loving homes.
We’re grateful to the San Diego Animal Support Foundation for continuing to create these opportunities year after year.
And to our incredible volunteers who loaded up the dogs, made the drive, and spent their day representing Labradors and Friends despite the rain—thank you for always showing up!
Sometimes rescue takes a village. And this week, we saw exactly what that means. ❤️
Bob needed a village to help him fight pneumonia. Harold and Maizy needed a chain of people willing to say yes. More new faces arrived needing their own second chances, while Fremont and Mimi reminded us what can happen when those chances are given.
And at the Rainbow Bridge, we honor Grandpa Cody—a senior boy who found safety, family, and so much love, and who did it all his way. 🌈❤️
And through it all, one thing remained true: rescue is never just one person or one organization. It’s a community coming together for dogs who need someone in their corner.
