******Please note, once completing the initial screen you will be connected with the placement for a video chat. Transports run every few weeks and we will have the dog on the next available transport once approved. If you are not able to accept a dog until a specific time period, please apply at that time************ We are a volunteer run rescue and donate our time to these dogs. IF you are not serious about moving forward in our adoption process, please do not apply. If someone other than yourself is part of the decision making process, please make sure you have spoken with them and they are on board. We really do not want to waste anyone's time if you are not serious about adopting this dog. Valentina is a beautiful 2 year old Lab mix who is spayed, fully vaccinated, and up to date on all her preventative care. She’s a bright, affectionate girl who truly shines when she’s spending one on one time with her person. In a calm, structured environment, her sweet and loyal personality really comes through, making her a wonderful companion. She is fully house trained and crate trained, currently comfortable relaxing in her crate with the door open and able to settle in with it closed again once she’s reintroduced. Valentina already has a great foundation of skills and is incredibly intelligent. She knows many commands like “on/off,” “paw,” “high five,” and even “time to go to sleep,” which sends her to her bed. She’s eager to learn and thrives with consistency and clear guidance. Valentina loves to stay active and engaged. Walks, fetch, and tug of war are some of her favourite ways to bond and burn energy. She can pull on the leash and gets a little jumpy when greeting people, but these are very manageable behaviours that will improve with ongoing training and routine. With the right balance of physical and mental stimulation, she settles beautifully. She has done alright with other dogs, but will need dogs who respect her space and boundaries. Valentina simply prefers polite interactions and may need guidance around overly forward dogs. She can also be a bit unsure with new people and may bark when she feels nervous, but with slow, controlled introductions, she builds confidence and learns to feel safe. Valentina would do best as the only pet in an adult-only home where she can have structure, patience, and consistency. She’s a sensitive, devoted dog who bonds deeply with her person and will flourish with someone committed to helping her continue to grow. With the right home, Valentina will be an incredibly loving, loyal, and fun companion. ***Listed BREED and AGE - We are taking our best guess & recommendations from our veterinarian on age, breed and size when fully grown. We rarely know a dog's exact age nor are we able to tell the true or full breed mix of dogs as our information is limited most of the time. *** Interested in applying to adopt her? Fill out an adoption application at the link below! https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/DDAR/Dog