Until the time they were through with him, Radar’s people must have been kind. Or, at least, one of them was because the five-month-old puppy is sweet and socially skilled. Radar knows how to coax someone to play. He knows how to sit politely indoors. Radar is a good pup, ready to be guided into being a great dog.

Yet, his photo shows Radar has more sadness than a puppy should. His eyes are apologetic. He droops a bit. Maybe there was one person in his life who Radar couldn’t please, no matter how he tried. Maybe Radar believes he’s a failure and that’s why he was discarded.

But Radar is young. He’ll forget whoever didn’t want him, if someone kinder takes him home forever.