Cola

About Cola (Labrador retriever) in New York

Cola is waiting for you at Twenty Paws Rescue in United States. Cola is an approximately 6 year-old lab mix girl. Along with her brother, She was rescued by our partners at KAW during the pandemic lockdown in 2020. Something happened to her, we dont know what. However, it left her so devastatingly injured, she lost her 2 back legs. Although Cola has 2 legs, she lives her life the way she wants- unhindered. She spends her days running around, sunbathing, and being the lively self she is. Cola's story is defined by resilience, joy, and an unbreakable spirit. Cola joined Twenty Paws Rescue in March 2023. Her journey quickly captured hearts, with her story shared widely on social media and in national outlets such as People.com and Newsweek. For nearly two years, Cola waited patiently for a forever home, charming everyone she met with her sweet nature and playful personality. In December 2024, Cola was finally adopted, but sadly, the placement was not the right fit. Through no fault of her own, she was returned to rescue care, where she has once again shown her resilience and ability to thrive with the right support. She is currently doing well in a foster home that understands her needs, continues to help her build confidence, and keeps her active. Cola is affectionate, people-loving, and eager to connect. She enjoys attention, cuddles, and being part of daily life, and she has a playful, energetic side that shines through in her social media videos and stories. She navigates her environment with impressive agility, handles steps, and loves exploring. While she has a custom 3D-printed wheelchair available, she often prefers moving independently, demonstrating just how capable she is. But she’s working to train on the wheels. She is fully vetted, spayed, vaccinated, microchipped, and in good health. She’s currently 30 lbs but working to get back down to 25. Cola benefits from joint and muscle support supplements and does best in a calm, patient environment. She wo