Mila

About Mila (Labrador retriever) in Pelham

Mila is waiting for you at Joyful Pets Animal Rescue in United States. Meet Mila! A spirited almost five-year-old Labrador Retriever/Australian Cattle Dog mix currently in Wrangell, AK, whose presence is a lively blend of strength, loyalty, and golden charm with black and white accents. She is an athletic girl who thrives on movement, whether she is racing after a Chuck-it ball, trotting beside her person on a run, or exploring wooded trails with eager curiosity! At home, Mila shows her softer side as an affectionate companion who enjoys relaxing close to her people and even sharing a cozy spot in bed when invited. She is crate-trained, house-trained, and proudly responds to a long list of commands like sit, stay, lay down, speak, and even fun tricks like spinning or weaving through legs! Car rides, snuffle mats, and daily routines bring her a sense of joy and comfort, and she lights up when given both structure and the occasional surprise adventure. Mila is wonderfully compatible with cats and has shown calm, respectful behavior around chickens and ducks, making her a unique companion for a mixed animal environment. She forms strong bonds with familiar people and brings a delightful quirk to daily life, including her charming one-sided snarly smile that appears during her most relaxed, happy moments. Mila has a nuanced relationship with other dogs that reflects both her social potential and areas where she needs thoughtful guidance. She has shown that she can interact positively and even form friendly connections with certain dogs, especially when given space from her sibling and introduced in a calm, structured way. At the same time, she experiences intermittent dog-directed reactivity, where moments of tension can escalate quickly and, in some cases, resulted in her physically engaging with other dogs, often linked to anxiety or resource guarding around items like toys or valued spaces. These responses are not constant, which can make them feel unpredictabl