Flower

Adult
Female
Large

Labrador Retriever

About Flower

Austin, TX

Breed

Labrador Retriever

Physical Traits

Adult

(3-8 years)

Female

Large

(61-100 lbs)

Behavior

Health

Spayed/Neutered:

Yes

Flower’s Compatibility

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Flower's Story

7/22/25 Flower was a great guest on the family vacation. She did great in the very long car drive, potty stops, and was adored by everyone she met. She was gentle with everyone of all ages (even a child who was a very "in her face" before I asked them to move back). She did not like the rainy days because she did not get her walk time, but she did great with fourth of July fireworks and loud thunder by sleeping right through it. She also did great in some doggy spa days to get mud off! Flower would do great in a family environment as she has a great balance of play and chill. 5/25/25 Flower has made some amazing progress on her leash training, we have been able to walk around the neighborhood with minimal pulling! Walks are her favorite time of the day, and I think with more training she could even go on runs. She is very active and loves being outside. She is also becoming more interested in toys, her favorite is her duck with the squeaker! She is the perfect balance of active and couch potato. She loves to make new friends and she would love to meet you! From Lynn M. - I have had Flower as a temp foster for 6 days. She is a beautiful shiny black lab and a sweetheart. In the short time I have had her, she has learned the pet door, knows sit, wait and loves.. to ride in the car. She sleeps in her open crate all night, loves to be in the back yard watching birds and fetching the ball. She loves people and to CUDDLE and her comfy dog bed!!! She comes when called. We walked up to 2 miles per day and worked on her pulling on the leash. She gets very excited but does calm a bit after getting some energy out. She is dog reactive, but not dog aggressive. She does not bark when someone comes to the door!!! We have truly enjoyed having her as a foster pup and love her!!!! 4/21/2025 Flower is such a good girl in the house! She politely greeted guests and has been quiet in her crate. Her leash training is coming along well, and are hoping to be street ready soon. Everyone seems to enjoy meeting her and she enjoys being around people. She is super goofy when she plays ball and loves to run around. Her favorite is chasing all the squirrels and birds in the back yard. She still has lots of energy so she enjoys training and I think with more leash progress would be a good companion on hikes. 4/11/2025 I have had Flower for about 3 weeks and I could not imagine a sweeter pup. She is incredibly friendly and cuddly. She even gives a few little kisses sometimes! She loves playing ball outside, rolling in the grass, and being wherever you are. She is great in the house with no barking, no jumping on guests or counters, and no chewing on anything except her toys. She will need leash training, but she is a good learner. She would be a wonderful addition to any family!

How To Adopt

Flower was listed as Adoptable by Heart of Texas Lab Rescue

How can I adopt Flower?

Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with Heart of Texas Lab Rescue. They may then ask for more details or an official application prior to an adoption. If you're a match, they'll reach out with next steps and timing.

How can I find out if Flower is a good fit for me?

Click the "See How You Match" button, answer a few simple questions, and see how you match up! It takes less than a minute to complete. You can also reach out directly to Heart of Texas Lab Rescue for details on the pet.

When can I meet Flower?

If you've submitted an inquiry, Heart of Texas Lab Rescue will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Flower, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.

What if I have more questions about the adoption process?

Just reach out directly to Heart of Texas Lab Rescue, and they'll be happy to help!

Heart of Texas Lab Rescue's Adoption Policy

Please note: We only adopt in Texas. We serve central Texas. There are several other lab rescues in Texas. There may be one closer to you. Also, please refer to the national rescue to find a rescue servicing your state. After your application has been reviewed and approved for processing, there are several steps each applicant follows: Phone Interview The Phone Interview is done typically within a week of receipt of the application. Often HOTLR will email the applicant for missing information prior to placing a phone call. We ALWAYS check with the landlord first, so a non-response here may delay this process. The goal of the interview is to determine the best fit for HOTLR dogs. We try to determine what personality and traits the applicant is looking for and what will fit their family and lifestyle. The interview notes are passed along for review by committee to confirm a good candidate. Meet and Greets Once your application and interview are approved by the review committee, a Meet and Greet will be arranged. This can take up to several weeks, depending upon how many applicants are already in the works (applications are processed by date of receipt and on their availability to attend scheduled Meet and Greet). There could also be a delay in our not having a dog which is meeting the criteria an adopter has put forth. You will generally receive an email confirming which dates and times you have available. To ensure that the dog is a good match with the entire family, we REQUIRE EVERY HOUSEHOLD MEMBER AND ALL DOGS to attend. Others are welcome. At this point, a typical applicant will meet 2-3 dogs, AND a typical dog will meet 2-3 applicants. This is both more efficient for the volunteers while allowing both the applicants and the dogs a chance to find their soul mates. We allocate time blocks for each dog, so a delay could mean that you do not have as much time with a particular dog as you would have liked or we had originally planned. Since our goal is to get the best possible match for the dog, on occasion, we may decide that a different applicant will be a better long term option for that particular dog. We will happily continue to work with you to find your next family member. Also please note that NO adoptions are finalized on the day of the Meet and Greet. No HOTLR dogs will go to a new home that day because we want everyone(applicants as well as HOTLR volunteers and foster families) to have time to think about the meeting and make a decision with the head not just the heart. Home Study Once a match has been determined by all(applicants, HOTLR board members, volunteers and foster families), a home study is arranged. These do not take much time but are a very important part of our process. Once the home study is completed satisfactorily, HOTLR will arrange for a drop date. This is generally on a Friday for most typical families. We do this so the new family member has an opportunity to get comfortable prior to everyone s/he knows now leaving him/her on Monday to go to work. A small adoption fee is required. This fee off-sets the cost of veterinary services and spay/neuter charges, and microchipping charges incurred by HOT Lab Rescue. The fee for adopting a lab from the Heart of Texas Lab Rescue is $300; $350 for puppies under 6 months, and $150 for Senior dogs- ages 9 yrs and older. There is a $25 non-refundable application fee. You will be encouraged to enroll yourself and your new "friend" in an obedience class. The training process will show you how to train the dog, assist in the bonding process between you and your new companion while spending quality training time together, and lets the dog know what is expected of him in his new family. HOTLR volunteers and board members can assist you in finding a trainer in your area if you are not already familiar with one. This enhances your relationship and paves the way for a successful adoptive situation.

Our Mission

The Heart of Texas Lab Rescue is a non-profit 501(c)(3), all-volunteer organization based in Austin, Texas. Our mission is to rescue Labrador Retrievers from shelters, pounds, abandonment , and other situations, and place them in loving, caring homes. The HOT Lab Rescue serves Austin, San Antonio, and surrounding areas. It ...