Lily Pearl Labrador Retriever Mix Schaumburg, IL

Hi! My name is Lily Pearl, and I am an affectionate, intelligent approximately 50lb. + 10-month-old cutie pie! I am listed as a Labrador mix, with soft black, tan & white brindled fur, big light brown eyes and a determined, strong-willed, fun-loving personality. I am most likely mixed with some type of guard and/or herding dog, due to my behavior with other dogs. I truly have a desire to bond with you, eager to receive your love and kindness. Can I be your buddy? I’m learning how to socialize within a family through TLC, a feeling of security, and lots of patience. I do tend to bark if my foster mom is coming home, and I want to get/give hugs and kisses! When I was little, I may have been taken away from my mom too soon, so I’m learning how to socialize appropriately with other pets. I do try to hang out with my small foster friends, but I do so in small doses. When in public, I’m sweet, timid and curious to say hello. At home, I like to enrich my day with many types of durable toys, balls and cognitive enrichment games. I rest in my crate during the day, with puppy precautions in place. I would welcome additional positive training, but harshness won’t work with me. An experienced dog owner is ideal, as well as someone who works from home. I do well with a harness, when walking on a leash, but I do tend to pull. I’m a strong girl! When walking, I do go potty in the grass. I would love to have a fenced in backyard to chase balls, sniff the leaves and run & jump to work out my energy surges! Any chance you like to run or like agility courses for dogs? I’d love to participate with you! I’m still young, with sharp teeth, so older respectable children would work best. I’ll need a family that is nurturing, gentle and praising of my efforts, as I can be a quick learner, and I even know some directions, like sit, stay, touch, hug and kiss! I promise to return the favor with love and affection! In addition, I’m comfortable going potty using cloth puppy pads inside. Can I hang out on the couch with you? I prefer to sleep with my family in a bed at night, but I have been sleeping in a crate, and I’ll walk right in! I am not spayed yet, but I’m up to date on my shots, micro-chipped, and ready for my new family! My adoption fee is $350, with an additional $100 deposit that’s ‘refunded’ once you show proof of spay. I am being fostered in Schaumburg, IL, which is about an hour south of the Wisconsin border. To apply, please contact www.lastpawrescue.org. 501(c) 3, WI Agriculture license #285589-DS