Meet Elsie, a beautiful yellow Lab mix with a heart as big as her personality. At approximately 3.5 years old and 50 pounds, Elsie is looking for an active family that will appreciate her energetic, playful nature and zest for life.Elsie has plenty of unique quirks that make her unforgettable. When she's excited, she hops around the yard like a bunny, and when it comes to tennis balls, she prefers pouncing on them rather than simply chasing them. Car rides are one of her favorite activities, and she's always ready to hop in and go on an adventure. She also takes her neighborhood security responsibilities seriously, keeping a watchful eye out for squirrels, rabbits, and cats.She loves other dogs and is always eager to play. However, due to her high prey drive, Elsie cannot live with cats or small dogs. Any canine companions should be calm, easygoing dogs who can tolerate her enthusiastic personality. While she enjoys having dog friends, she prefers not to share her toys, so toy management during playtime is recommended.Elsie is a medium-energy dog who thrives on walks, outdoor adventures, and having room to run. She requires a securely fenced yard with a 6-foot rabbit-proof fence, as she's athletic enough to clear shorter fences when motivated. When she's not exploring outside, she enjoys spending time with her people and being involved in family activities.She is crate trained but has mastered the art of escaping standard kennels, so she will need a sturdy "no-break" kennel when left alone. Although the crate isn't her favorite place, she settles down quickly once inside. Elsie is approximately 85%% potty trained and continues to make progress. She occasionally has accidents when she needs to go outside, so she'll benefit from a patient family willing to continue her training. Fortunately, she is highly food motivated, eager to learn, and already making great progress with commands such as "heel" and "stay."Elsie is wonderful with children, but because she sometimes forgets how big and enthusiastic she is, she could accidentally knock over very small children during play. Her ideal family will understand her playful nature and continue helping her become the best dog she can be.The perfect home for Elsie will be active, committed to providing both physical exercise and mental stimulation, and willing to continue her training. In return, she'll offer endless loyalty, affection, entertainment, and plenty of laughs with her bunny hops and goofy personality.Sweet, affectionate, playful, and full of character, Elsie is ready to find a forever family of her own. If you're looking for a devoted companion who will keep you smiling every day, Elsie may be the perfect match.If you are interested in Elsie, fill out an application at this link to get the ball rolling - https://pethavenmn.org/adopt/adoptable-dogs/dog-adoption-application/The adoption fee is $450. Adoption fee includes spay/neuter, heartworm/Lyme test, all age-appropriate vaccinations (distemper, rabies, and Bordetella), heartworm and flea/tick preventatives, and microchip implant (including registration). Adoption fees INCLUDE a mandatory sales tax of 7.525%%. Age and breed are based on veterinarian and intake professional's recommendation and not guaranteed as a rescue animal's history is often unknown. Due to post-adoption services provided, we prefer to adopt within a 150-mile radius of the Twin Cities. However, we will consider up to 250 miles if the foster agrees to travel requirements and staff approval.