Meet Isla.

Amherst, MA · 2 years 10 months · Labrador Retriever / Hound / Mixed (short coat)

Listed since Oct 5, 2026. Listing dates do not establish shelter intake or continuous availability.

First seen by Goodmorph Oct 30, 2026.

Rescue last updated: Oct 12, 2026

In the shelter’s words

Meet Isla! A cuddly three-year-old Labrador Retriever mix currently in Milford, CT, whose affectionate spirit comes wrapped in a sleek black coat with charming white accents. At 46 pounds, Isla is a medium-sized girl who loves staying close to her favorite people! Her happiest moments include curling up for serious cuddle sessions, playing with balls and Nylabones, enjoying long walks, and simply keeping her people company. She knows sit, stay, here, go to bed, drop it, off, and down, and she is comfortable relaxing in her crate when left alone for short periods. Isla is seeking a very specific caring environment where she can feel secure. Children are a significant fear trigger for her, and she must live in an adult-only home with no children of any age. She has bitten a child who approached her during mealtime, and a board-certified behaviorist has identified her responses as fear based and unpredictable around children. Isla has never shown this behavior toward adults. She also needs to be the only dog. Although she can play happily with another dog, she has had unpredictable conflicts with the dog in her current home. She is nervous around cats and prefers keeping her distance. An experienced, attentive pet parent who understands fearful dogs, respects boundaries, and can provide structure and positive reinforcement would help Isla navigate her next chapter. Isla is spayed, microchipped, house-trained, and current on vaccinations. She requires Proin twice daily for urinary incontinence, which has successfully prevented breakthrough accidents. Food allergies also mean her diet is non-negotiable: she eats Purina Hydrolyzed Vegetarian food and enjoys suitable treats such as plant-based dog treats, peanut butter, cheese, and veggies. Moving will be a big adjustment for this sensitive girl, so patience and consistency will be especially important while she settles in. Given time and space, Isla’s wonderfully mushy side can shine. For the right adult family, days with Isla can mean walks, playtime, cozy evenings, and a devoted cuddle buddy who would happily snuggle as close as possible! Could Isla be the affectionate companion you have been hoping to welcome into your life? To learn more about adopting Isla, contact adopt@joyfulpets.com. Content Notice: This pet is represented by Joyful Pets. All photos, descriptions, and behavioral summaries are proprietary and may not be republished, altered, or used by third-party platforms. Any unapproved aggregation or rewriting of this listing is strictly prohibited.

RescueGroups record ID: 22828340

What this home needs

• Other dogs

  Mentioned by the shelter

  “Feed checkbox: Yes”

  Not a verified observation — ask staff about the context. A positive shelter report may support search results; it remains unverified and needs confirmation.

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• Children

  Mentioned by the shelter

  “Feed checkbox: No”

  Not a verified observation — ask staff about the context. A positive shelter report may support search results; it remains unverified and needs confirmation.

  Shelter statement ↗
• Still to ask the shelter

  cats · housing and stairs · medical and care. These details are not documented here; unknown does not mean no.

Roster last seen: Nov 2, 2026, 6:27 AM UTC
Goodmorph last synced: Nov 2, 2026, 6:27 AM UTC
Availability confirmed by a person: Not confirmed

Shelter staff and authorized volunteers: add a dated observation

This shared profile remains available for up to 90 days after it leaves the source roster, unless removal is requested sooner. Adoptions and applications are handled by the shelter.