Tia
Labrador Retriever / Mixed (medium coat) · Adult (2 years) · Female · Medium · Phoenix, AZ
Notes from Pathways Home Animal Rescue
*PHOENIX METRO AREA ONLY*
Tia is a 1.5-year-old, 50 pound “scruffy” Lab mix with a fun-loving spirit and a heart full of potential. She came to rescue when her owners could not be located, and now she’s ready for a fresh start with a family who will help her shine.
Tia can be a little cautious when first meeting new people or in new situations, but she warms up with patience and reassurance. Once she feels comfortable and trusts her person, she settles in nicely and does very well.
Tia’s playful, youthful energy is matched by her eagerness to please. She loves games like fetch, tug, and chase, and she’s highly treat-motivated—making her a wonderful candidate for continued training. Tia would truly thrive with an adopter who is excited to build a strong bond through positive, force-free obedience training. With her trusting personality and willingness to learn, she has all the makings of a fantastic companion.
Like many young dogs, Tia is still learning the ropes and will benefit from continued training and socialization to help her become her very best self. She’s not a “turn-key” dog, but for someone willing to invest a little time and guidance, the payoff will be an incredibly loyal and well-rounded companion.
While Tia has not been tested with cats, we recommend a home without them. She would do best with dogs her size or with confident dogs who can match her play style. Due to her large size (50 pounds), any children in the home should be at least 12 years old
As a young Lab mix, Tia will need regular exercise to stay happy and balanced. She’ll enjoy daily walks, runs, and adventures beyond the backyard—and she would make an excellent hiking buddy!
She is up to date on vaccinations, spayed, and microchipped. If you’re ready to invest a little time in training and a lot of love, Tia will reward you with endless fun, loyalty, and companionship.
To learn more about adopting this sweet girl, please visit https://pwrescue.org
and click on the “Adoption Application” button at the top of the page.
About Tia
Gets along with
- Kids
- Yes
- Dogs
- Yes
- Cats
- No
Home and care
- House-trained
- Yes
- Indoor or outdoor
- Indoor and Outdoor
- Needs a yard
- Yes
- Fence
- 6 foot
- Energy
- Moderate
- Exercise needs
- High
- How vocal
- Some
- With new people
- Cautious
- Training
- Needs Training
- Owner experience
- Some needed
- Coat
- Medium
Health
- Vaccinations current
- Yes
Crate-trainedEager to pleaseEven-temperedPlays fetchGood in the carIntelligentPlays with toys
As listed by Pathways Home Animal Rescue. Please confirm anything important with them before you adopt.
What happens next
- Contact Pathways Home Animal Rescue using the button. AdoptNearby does not take applications.
- They will send you their application or ask a few questions about your home.
- Most organizations arrange a meet, sometimes a home visit, then a small adoption fee that usually covers spay or neuter and vaccines. That fee is paid to Pathways Home Animal Rescue, never to AdoptNearby.
- Read the dogs care guide so you arrive prepared.

