By Natalia Thiessen

April 8, 2026: Meet Henry—a one-year-old Lab mix who is truly a "best of both worlds" pup.

While he still has some puppy energy, he has already mastered the perfect balance of being a chill homebody and an enthusiastic, playful companion. Before finding the safety and comfort he deserved, Henry spent the first few months of his life outside as a stray and has learned to appreciate the little things. A bowl filled with food, a long and leisurely walk through the neighborhood, and a cozy, warm spot to curl up at the end of the day are things he truly enjoys and would thrive in a family that would give him these and so much more.

Henry is a truly intelligent pup and picks up on your cues, and tries to understand the humans he loves. Like any spirited one-year-old Lab mix, he has his moments of happy, bouncy energy and will let you know just how happy he is with adorable full-body wiggles. But his puppy side is perfectly balanced with his love for slowing down, snuggling up, and simply being present with you.

This extraordinary boy has given up the unpredictability of street life for the promise of a forever home filled with love, laughter, and an endless supply of well-deserved snacks. If you're ready to give Henry the life he's always deserved, visit www.strongpawsrescue.org to start your adoption application today.