MEET BUBBA — 3 YEARS OLD, LAB PYRENEES MIX Some dogs walk into your life, and you can just feel how badly they want to belong. Bubba is one of them. This big, gentle boy came from Louisiana and was surrendered to the shelter with two other dogs when his owner could no longer afford to care for them. He didn't understand why everything familiar disappeared overnight — he just knew he had to start over. A few weeks later, another rescue committed to taking him. Bubba was pulled from the shelter and was *so* eager to arrive at his temporary foster home in Louisiana... but at the very last minute, the foster backed out. Return to the shelter? Start all over again? Instead, Bubba was taken to boarding — where he stayed for two long weeks. He was restless. He lost weight. He paced and cried for human companionship. For a dog like Bubba, “boarding” wasn't a break... it was heartbreak. Today, Bubba is finally safe, secure, and understood. He's around 66 lbs right now and working his way back to his healthy weight of about 80 lbs — a big, loving Lab/Pyrenees boy with the sweetest soul. Bubba is a shadow dog — the kind who follows you from room to room, grateful just to be near someone who cares. He doesn't ask for much. Just kindness, consistency, and a family who won't give up on him. Bubba has some teeth that are ground down, likely from chewing on something rough during a difficult period in his past. Dogs who are tied out sometimes chew to get off the chain. The good news: he has no pain, and he eats normally. It's just a small reminder of what he's overcome — and how ready he is for a better life. Bubba has tested positive for heartworm. He shows no symptoms of the infection and is currently on slow kill treatment. All necessary medications will be provided to the adopter, and additional details about his care will be shared once an application is submitted. He is up to date on vaccinations, neutered, and microchipped. Adoption Criteria: No crating — Use a baby gate if not home Fenced backyard required (no invisible fences) Someone who is home more during the day Children must be 7 years of age or older Bubba is being fostered in South Bend, Indiana. His adoption fee is $395 Please put in an application on our website. www.indianasaveadog.com