Her humans were excited when Zelda and her siblings were born. They marked the date on the calendar, August 3, 2025. However, Zelda, a less-than-30-pound, Labrador Retriever-and-something-small mix, was one of seven puppies. As the adorable, beloved puppies grew, their people realized that they couldn’t add so many dogs to their family. Zelda celebrated her six-month birthday in her kennel.

Yet Zelda, who’s spayed, did have a gift from the family where she was born. The puppies were loved. Zelda brought that socialization and love for and trust in people with her to the shelter. The puppy is eager to love someone unconditionally and forever.

However, pups shouldn’t live in kennels. Zelda will think she’s being punished. It would be sad to break Zelda’s heart.