{"id":938,"date":"2026-11-07T19:06:34","date_gmt":"2026-11-08T03:06:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/labradorsandfriends.org\/blog\/?p=938"},"modified":"2026-11-07T19:06:34","modified_gmt":"2026-11-08T03:06:34","slug":"big-paws-belly-rubs-and-new-beginnings","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/labradorsandfriends.org\/blog\/2026\/11\/07\/big-paws-belly-rubs-and-new-beginnings\/","title":{"rendered":"Big Paws, Belly Rubs, and New Beginnings!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

An Adoption Day Filled with Hope, Community, and One Very Special Foster Opportunity<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Sometimes the biggest victories at an adoption event aren’t the ones that happen that day. They’re the conversations, connections, and possibilities that begin when someone stops to meet a dog who’s been waiting for their chance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Our November 7 adoption event at Pet Supplies Plus was filled with all of those moments, along with plenty of belly rubs, wagging tails, and wonderful people who came out to support our rescue dogs!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A Big Day for Some Very Special Dogs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Selina certainly turned heads!<\/strong> Her beautiful coloring caught everyone’s attention, but it was her sweet, relaxed personality that really won people over. She spent much of the day lounging comfortably, showing everyone what a lovely companion she could be.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

One family spent a considerable amount of time getting to know her, and we’re keeping our fingers crossed that this connection might turn into something wonderful. In the meantime, our volunteer JulieAnn may need a little encouragement to resist bringing Selina home herself!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Calvin was another crowd favorite!<\/strong> His oversized paws attracted plenty of admirers, but Calvin was far more interested in collecting belly rubs. And judging by how much he enjoyed them, we’d say he had a pretty successful day!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Emma and her puppies<\/strong> also received lots of attention. One of Emma’s puppies may have a promising opportunity ahead, and Emma herself caught the interest of an older couple.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Crickett had visitors with a purpose!<\/strong> A family who had already discovered her on our website came to meet her in person. She now has a meet-and-greet planned for November 8, and we’re hoping this might be the beginning of her happily ever after.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A New Chapter for Baxter!<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

For those who have followed Baxter’s journey, you know just how long this boy has been waiting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today brought some truly wonderful news.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Baxter is finally getting his chance to experience life in a foster home in San Diego!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

For a dog who has spent so much time waiting, this is an enormous step forward.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A foster home means more than a comfortable place to sleep. It means having someone to call his own, experiencing the routines of family life, and getting the opportunity to show everyone who he really is outside of a boarding environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fostering changes lives, and for Baxter, this opportunity could make all the difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We couldn’t be happier for him!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A Community That Gives Back<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Our dogs weren’t the only stars of the day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We were incredibly fortunate to have two wonderful local businesses join us and generously support our rescue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Rachael Anne Severeign of Kam’s Legacy \u2013 Bracelets of Love<\/strong> donated an amazing 100% of her sales from the event<\/strong> to Labradors and Friends!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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We were also joined by Broken Butterfly Bakery<\/strong>, whose beautiful display of baked goods attracted plenty of attention. They generously donated a portion of their proceeds to help our rescue dogs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

These acts of kindness mean so much to an all-volunteer organization like ours. Every contribution helps us continue providing veterinary care, shelter, and second chances to dogs who need us.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Every Connection Matters<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Not every adoption event ends with a dog going home that day. But every conversation, every application, every meet-and-greet, and every new foster opportunity brings us closer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We are especially grateful to our dedicated volunteers who spent their Saturday making sure our dogs were comfortable, cared for, and given the chance to shine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Thank you to Pet Supplies Plus for welcoming us, to our generous community vendors, and to everyone who stopped by to meet the dogs, offer a belly rub, or simply learn more about rescue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And to the families considering opening their hearts and homes, we hope to share some wonderful updates soon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Because sometimes all it takes is one meeting, one connection, and one person willing to say yes.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Every yes changes a life.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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