COURTESY POST: TEDDY GOLDEN/LAB
Teddy is a sweet, Golden Lab Mix with the best of both breeds and a manageable special need. Sweet, sensitive, and a loving companion, Teddy seeks a home with people who see his special need as a bonding opportunity and not a chore, and where he can be your one and only.
COURTESY POST: TEDDY, GOLDEN LAB AT GOLDEN GATE LAB RESCUE
Teddy is a sweet, 7 year old, Golden Lab mix who has spent the last few months proving that a spotty past doesn’t limit a bright future. Surrendered to Golden Gate Lab Rescue by a well-meaning owner just before the December storms in 2025, Teddy came to us underweight and looking for a soft place to land. After some dedicated TLC and a full veterinary workup, Golden Gate has learned that Teddy has Megaesophagus, a condition where his esophagus has trouble moving food down to his stomach. Don’t let the big word scare you—it just means Teddy has a special dining style that is not difficult to manage. He comes with his own special chair called a Bailey Chair.
His foster says Teddy is a smart, sweet, and sensitive guy, a lovely companion. He has a happy disposition that’s nice to be around. He’s eager to please, and likes to learn new skills (sit, stay, down, turn, come). Ted loves to cuddle; he frequently seeks me out for some snuggles. Ted walks well on leash and when there are other dogs around, he mostly ignores them. He likes to go for car rides, he has a solid alarm bark, and is dedicated to making the backyard a squirrel-free zone. Ted lets me know when it is time to eat, time to sleep, and time to go outside to relieve himself. He also responds well to “good boy” in addition to treats. Ted walks well on leash and when there are other dogs around, he mostly ignores them. He likes to go for car rides, he has a solid alarm bark, and is dedicated to making the backyard a squirrel-free zone. Because he does counter-surf and protect his prizes, a home without small children or other dogs would be the safest fit ensuring his boundaries are respected around food. Because of his history of being shuffled around and relegated to a backyard, he thrives when he is treated as a core member of the family.
Teddy is neutered, vaccinated, and microchipped. You can read his full bio on the Golden Gate Lab Rescue website here: https://www.labrescue.org/labs/Teddy2026-03.html
Teddy is located in San Jose.
If you are interested in adopting SWEET TEDDY, please contact Rescue Rep Kris at krisellen.nm@gmail.com – please email information about you and your situation.