LEARN

Home
LEARN

Labrador Retriever rescue serving mainly Northern Illinois and Southern Wisconsin. Wis Lic. #269144 events. L.E.A.R.N. does not have an adoption facility.

Labrador Education And Rescue Network (L.E.A.R.N.), an ALL VOLUNTEER non-profit 501(c)3 organization, serves Northern Illinois and Southern Wisconsin. A network of foster homes and volunteers connect through the Internet and at L.E.A.R.N. We take in and foster Labradors of ALL ages, from adolescent to geriatric (rarely puppies). We are not breeders. began rescuing Labs in 1999. As of July 2021, LE

ARN has found forever homes for 2,280 Labs. places abandoned Labrador Retrievers or those who need homes for a variety of reasons in new forever homes. educates adopters and the public on the importance of spaying/neutering, training, and the humane treatment of dogs. Wisconsin License # 269144

10/10/2025

🐾 Hi everyone! My name is Mika, your soon-to-be favorite 9-year-old gal!

I’ve been settling in beautifully at my foster home. Potty training is going great—just a couple of little accidents the first few days while I was figuring things out.

I’m friendly with people of all sizes! I don’t jump or bark for attention. I’m not exactly a lap dog, but if I see another pup getting cuddles, I’ll happily curl up right next to you.

I get along great with other dogs and love to play and wrestle if they’re up for it! I’ll be having TPLO surgery soon to fix my leg, so I’m taking it a little easy for now. My foster sister isn’t much for roughhousing, and I totally respect her space.

I walk nicely on a leash with a harness. I know sit, down, and come. I might try to sneak out an open door, but if you tell me to stay, I listen like a good girl.

I’ve had full run of the house with my doggie sister and haven’t caused any trouble. I stay off the furniture—at least when someone’s watching, haha!

I’m a great car rider too. I might bark a little when you leave, but I quiet down quickly—and I love riding shotgun when I can.

Rain makes me a little nervous, but otherwise I’m pretty chill with noises and new things. I’m also super easy for nail trims, ear cleaning, and grooming.

For a 9-year-old, I’ve still got great energy! I love tug, fetch, and brisk walks. My leg slows me down a bit, but my meds help keep me comfortable and happy.

💛 My TPLO surgery is coming up soon, and it’s a big expense for the rescue. If you’d like to help me heal and get back to my best zoomies, please consider donating toward my surgery costs. Every bit helps!

Thank you for cheering me on—and maybe one day soon, I’ll be the one curling up next to you! 🐶💕

10/10/2025

Hey everyone, it’s me—Buffie!
So, um… can someone please explain how I’m still not adopted?! Like seriously, what more could a girl do? I’ve got the looks, the smarts, the manners, and the cuddles—all in one perfectly-sized package!

Let me fill you in on my life lately: my foster sister and I are now BFFs (our daily wrestling matches are legendary), and I’ve been going on all sorts of adventures. Parks, trails, car rides—you name it, I’m there, tail wagging! Foster mom says I walk like a total pro in my new harness. She also says I’m “a perfect mix of sweet, snuggly, and silly,” which… yeah, sounds about right.

When I’m not out exploring, I’m usually curled up in a lap (any lap will do, really) or gently tossing my toys around like the classy lady I am. I love other dogs too, though I prefer a nice slow intro. Honestly, I wouldn’t mind being your one-and-only—more room on the couch that way!

And just so we’re clear:
🐾 I’m a dream in the car (A+ passenger).
🐾 I don’t chew stuff that’s not mine or steal food (pinky promise).
🐾 I listen well, learn fast, and really just want to make my people happy.

So… what’s the deal? A few nice folks have shown interest, but the timing hasn’t worked out yet. Summer’s over, the leaves are falling, and I’m so ready to fall in love—with my forever family. 💛

Could that be you? Please tell me yes—I’ve got a whole lot of love and snuggles waiting just for you!

Love,
Buffie the (still waiting) Wonder Dog

07/10/2025

10/7/2025 Hi ya’ll I’m Buck. I just got to Wisconsin from Louisiana. Other than ya’ll talk a little funny, it looks about the same. But what do I know, I’m only 9 months old. So the first thang ya’ll prolly wanna know is how did I git to Wisconsin. Let me tell ya, it was a very long ride. I thought it would never end. But now, I git to run around all day long in the yard with my new bestie. Crawlin through the grass and chewin up as many sticks as I can find. And it’s a good thang the yard is fenced cuz I could run all day long. Did I tell ya about the toys yet? Well, there are so many I just run around like a goof throwin them all over the place. Between the yard, my bestie and the toys, I don’t thank I rest one minute until bedtime. Then I crash all night in my very own little room. So the 2nd thang ya’ll prolly wanna know is why I came to Wisconsin. I am told, I have this thang called Strabismus. It means I see a little funny. I prolly look a little funny too but foster Ma says I am handsome, and the vet says it's nothin' to worry about. Sometimes, if that ball goes off to the side, I don’t always see it at first. But don't you worry your pretty lil head, I find it. Sometimes I bring it back to ya, sometimes I just run! Other than that, I am a perfectly handsome and very fit young man. If you need a young ball of energy like myself to spice up yer life, give the nice folks at L.E.A.R.N. a shout out. They’ll set you up!

05/10/2025

ADOPTION NEWS!
Happy news! Tater, the really BIG boy, went to his forever home last night. He is the only pet with a Dad, Mom, and 3 teenagers. He will be doted on and taken on LOTS of hikes.

04/10/2025

This handsome southern beau just arrived in Wisconsin. If you are looking for a young buddy that is ready for hours of fun, stay tuned to LEARN more about Buck!

04/10/2025

Come out and visit us from 11-3 today at Canine Carnival in Pewaukee.
•
•

03/10/2025

🐾 Meet Buddy! 🐾
Hi, I’m Buddy, an 8-month-old chocolate Lab with a whole lotta love (and energy!) to give. 💕
Sadly, my human passed away, so now I’m with the awesome folks at L.E.A.R.N. looking for a new forever home. 💔 But don’t worry, I’m still wagging my tail and living life to the fullest, Lab-style!

Here’s what you should know about me:
~ I’m your classic Lab puppy: goofy, snuggly, and very food motivated (did I mention food?).
~ I LOVE water. Baths, showers, puddles... if it splashes, I’m in.
~ I get along great with other dogs, love meeting new people, and I’m super curious about birds, rabbits, and even chickens (I promise I'm mostly polite!).
~ I'm working on my manners. Sometimes I get so excited I try to jump gates, surf counters, or launch myself at humans I haven’t seen in, like, 5 minutes. But my foster fam is helping me learn chill vibes.
~ I’m crate trained (even if it’s not my favorite hangout), and I potty right away outside. I'm a good boy, right?

I’d really love a fenced-in yard for zoomies, but I’d also be happy with daily walks and fenced playdates! Check out a video of me being silly in the first comment!

If you’re looking for a fun-loving, loyal sidekick who’s equal parts cuddles and chaos (in the cutest way), I might just be your guy. 💚

02/10/2025

Chloe here, with an update: every day is a wonderful new adventure! I've been happily exploring the local hiking trails, hanging out on the deck, and enjoying play dates with my buddies.
My foster family is impressed with how adaptable I am—I'm just as happy sprinting as I am chilling by your side on a patio. And my foster humans are impressed with my polite manners: I ring the doorbell when I need to come in from outside and I wait patiently when asked—I’m a pro at impulse control!
I'd love nothing more than a permanent playmate and companion.

Come and meet me this Saturday, October 4, at the Lake Country Canine Carnival at the Pewaukee Kiwanis Village Park from 11 am – 3 pm. Let’s go!

You can check out my full bio here: https://www.labadoption.org/animals/detail?AnimalID=21843392
And then when you see how pawsome I am, submit your application ASAP!!!

02/10/2025

Tucker is in the HOUSE!!! ~~~~~~~~~~~ READY FOR ADOPTION ~~~~~~~~~ It's time to WHOOP IT UP!!!!! I am ready to PAW-TY with my new fam - is it you? I am always ready to play, walk, hike, or do whatever interaction you want to do. If you want to play fetch, you'd better have 2 balls just for me to swap out; otherwise, I like to play "keep away" with just one. I love to go hiking, I get all of those smells, and there are so many wonderful things to eat like sticks, acorns, and walnuts - foster Mom says no, but you bet I'm sneaking them when I can - I'm a Labrador and I'm HUNGRY. Foster Mom says it's because they had to curb my food to help me get into better shape. I do eat my food like a gentleman, though, instead of hoovering, so that's good. I am definitely an instigator for playtime. Sometimes, I am very persistent because I believe deep down my foster fur-sibling wants to play even when she is telling me no. There comes a time when foster Mom steps in and is a party pooper and tells me to leave my foster sister alone. I'm kind of like the pestering little brother you say you don't want, but love me anyway. I am a champ about crating, even when it's a time-out and not because the 'rents are leaving the house. I do give some signals in the morning about potty time. I start to whine a bit and may ring the bells if you aren't paying attention. I am mastering the stairs too. I'll do them by myself now, but I am still a bit cautious. I jump out of the car just fine, but getting in is still a work in progress - I want to go with you, but I'm not so sure about the steps to get in. Once my butt is boosted, I get right into the travel crate just fine. I do know sit, down, and stay, but sometimes my ears aren't really hearing you. I'm young, so I still need some work on discipline. My leash manners have gotten much better. My foster Mom walks me with a Gentle Leader since she also has my fur-siblings with her, but my foster Dad just walks me in my harness. Foster Mom says that I'm not a velcro boy, but I don't want to lose you. She actually kind of sighs in relief that she doesn't have 3 dogs trying to visit while she's in the bathroom. C'mon, let's get the paw-ty started and have some fun, fun, fun!

25/09/2025

Tucker is in the HOUSE!!! I'm new in town and my foster parents need to get to know me, but this is what they're telling me so far: • I'm just under 1 y.o., neutered male, and I've got the energy to prove it.
• I'm overweight by about 10lbs. My previous people still had me on puppy chow and were overfeeding me and not exercising me.
• I am a Lab mix - some might claim I'm a silver Labrador, but nope, I'm a mix.
• I have pretty yellow eyes.
• I have some silky long hair on each ear, but mostly just one that I'm told is reminiscent of a Golden Retriever or maybe a Flat Coated Retriever.
• I'm big and strong and need a Gentle Leader for walkies.
• I need to learn dog etiquette. The resident dogs have put me in my place a number of times already.
• I am potty and crate trained.
• I ride well in a car, but need assistance getting in and out because I don't seem to understand, and I'm afraid of steps.
• I fetch the toy, but I don't like to drop it for you. I like to play "keep away," and these people aren't putting up with it.
• I'm a gentleman when I eat.
• I get excited easily, so I might not hear given commands - yet.
• I'd probably make a great running buddy. I need some awesome playtime a couple of times a day to wear me out so I'm a good houseguest.
• I haven't damaged anything human-owned so far. It's early days yet, and I'm now in some type of bootcamp with a warm bed, fur-siblings, and foster parents that want me to be the bestest companion I can be. If you're interested, get your application in now because it takes time to go through the approval process. I won't be ready for adoption for another week or so, and time's a tickin'! www.labadoption.org

21/09/2025

🐾 Hey everyone, Tater here!
Seriously… WHY am I still here?!

I’m a BIG, TALL, and seriously handsome boy—just check out my photos for proof! Foster mom says I’m a total sweetheart. Sure, I can play a little too hard for the small pups, but with big-dog buddies? I’m absolutely awesome.

I’ve been working on my manners and—drumroll, please—
✨ I wait like a gentleman before going outside or eating.
✨ I hop right into the car, ride quietly, and chill like a pro in the back.
✨ I crate like a champ when you’re away.

I’m not looking for marathons—just a couple of walks a day, some belly rubs, and your love. 💙

If you’re looking for a goofy, loyal, and well-mannered companion with a big heart (and long legs), I might just be your guy. 🐶

Check out my full bio here: https://www.labadoption.org/animals/detail?AnimalID=21661020
And submit your application here: https://www.labadoption.org/info/adoption

Address

Telephone

+18472897387

Website

http://www.labadoption.org/

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when LEARN posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.