How does adopting a Labrador work?

Adopting a Labrador Retriever usually involves completing an application form, meeting the dog in person, and agreeing to any checks or requirements set by the current owner or rescue organisation. This helps ensure the Labrador is matched with the right home.

What should I know before adopting a Labrador Retriever?

Before adopting a Labrador, consider the breed's exercise needs, grooming requirements, and temperament. Understanding the typical traits of a Labrador can help you decide if it's the right fit for your lifestyle.

How can I find Labrador dogs available for adoption near me?

Browse the listings on this page to see Labrador Retriever dogs currently available for adoption. You can filter by location to find Labradors closer to you, making it easier to arrange a visit and meet the dog in person.

Is there a fee to adopt a Labrador?

Many rescues and private owners charge an adoption fee. This fee often covers vaccinations, microchipping, and sometimes neutering, helping to ensure the dog is healthy and ready for a new home.

Therapy Dog Female (Bitch) Labrador Retriever Dogs And Puppies For Adoption, Rehoming And Rescue In Leominster, Herefordshire

28 Therapy Dog Female (Bitch) Labrador Retriever Dogs And Puppies For Adoption, Rehoming And Rescue In Leominster, Herefordshire

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Millie
- 3 Years Old
Millie's ideal home Meet gorgeous Millie, a 4-year old Labrador looking for her forever home! Millie is able to live with Dogs in the home, pending a successful meet in the center, as she loves to play with Dogs! However, Millie does have potential to guard her toys from other Dogs, as she absolutely LOVES them and wants them all to herself! This is something to keep in mind

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Cardiff, Glamorgan (54mi)
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Paige
- 1 Year Old
Paige's ideal home Paige can live with a quiet Dog and children of high school age. She is house trained but may not be used to spending time alone. Paige is a shy girl who may need a few visits before going home. Could you be Paige's perfect match? Lovely Paige is a sweet but timid young thing. She hadn't been used to walking on a lead but she's doing very well, but would

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Liverpool, Merseyside (82mi)
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Narla
- 10 Months Old
Narla's ideal home Narla is a fun loving 9-month old Labrador cross with a big personality and an even bigger zest for life. Full of energy and enthusiasm, she loves nothing more than a game of chase or a good round of catch, making her the perfect companion for an active home. She absolutely adores people and, once she gets to know you, becomes a very affectionate and loyal

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Kenilworth, Warks (49mi)
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Pippa
- 1 Year Old
Pippa's ideal home Pippa is a playful girl who is keen to get back into a home. She would love to find an adult only home that can take things slowly with her whilst she is building new relationships and settling in. Pippa is looking to be the only Dog in the home and would like her walks to be in low Dog populated areas whilst she works on her social skills. She is also

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Evesham, Worcestershire (34mi)
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Karma
- 1 Year Old
Karma's ideal home Sweet Karma is on the search for her forever home! Her ideal home would be with an active family that can take her on new adventures. She is a very high-energy lady who likes to be on the go and explore new places. Karma would like her future adopters to carry on her training; she has mastered 'sit' and would love to learn more tricks! She can find being

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Uxbridge, London (106mi)
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Jenny
- 11 Years Old
Jenny's ideal home Jenny is looking for a calm, loving home where she can enjoy a relaxed lifestyle with plenty of cosy naps and people nearby for company. She loves exploring on her walks and playing with her favourite balls. She can find being left alone difficult so will need a patient home willing to gradually work towards increased leaving hours. Jenny is friendly around

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Wymeswold, Leicestershire (80mi)
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Tulip
- 7 Years Old
Tulip's ideal home Meet Tulip. She is a gorgeous 7.5 year old Labrador looking for her new home. Tulip can live with another Dog in the home, pending a successful meet at the centre. She has previously lived with cats as well, though they would need slow introductions initially, just to ensure her and the cat did get on. Tulip is an incredibly sweet girl and can live with

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Cardiff, Glamorgan (54mi)
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Abbey
- 8 Years Old
Abbey's ideal home Abbey is a super sweet, older lady who stole the hearts of us all the moment we met her! Abbey is currently in one of our wonderful foster homes and is doing fantastic, she is living with other Dogs and doing great. Abbey is looking for a new home where she can be comfortable, loved and have lots of human company and maybe a friendly Dog or two too! Abbey

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Mid Glamorgan, Wales (46mi)
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Sofie
- 1 Year Old
Sofie's ideal home Sofie is a lovely 1-year-old Labrador x Collie who is happy, confident, and very affectionate when meeting new people. She enjoys human company and greets everyone with enthusiasm. Sofie is mixing well with other Dogs and loves to play, showing a fun and energetic personality. As a young Dog she can become a little excitable and may jump up when greeting

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Wickford, Essex (144mi)
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Bonnie
- 1 Year Old
Bonnie's ideal home Beautiful Bonnie is a one-year-old Vizsla x Labrador looking for a loving home with patient adopters who can give her the time and reassurance she needs to grow in confidence. She would need adopters who are around for most of the day and are happy to gradually build this up time spent alone slowly and kindly over time, as this currently causes her anxiety.

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Shoreham by Sea, West Sussex (142mi)
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Lil
- 8 Years Old
Lil's ideal home Lil can live with other pets and children of high school age. She has come from a hoarding situation and is unlikely to be house trained. She's going to need all her basic training, and patience and kindness. Could you be Lil's perfect match? Lil is a charming little Dog who has had a very sheltered life up to now. She's looking for patient and kind adopters

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Liverpool, Merseyside (82mi)
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Misty
- 3 Years Old
Misty's ideal home Misty is a clever girl ready to find her new home. She is best suited to an adult only home but has potential to live with children aged 16+. Misty would like to be the only Dog in her new home and will benefit from continued socialisation out on walks. Although we have no history for her with cats, she does have potential to live with them following a

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Evesham, Worcestershire (34mi)
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Angelica
- 8 Years Old
Angelica's ideal home Angelica can live with other pets and children of high school age. She has come from a hoarding situation and is unlikely to be house trained. She's going to need all her basic training, and patience and kindness. Could you be Angelica's perfect match? Eight-year-old Angelica is a real sweetheart who is looking for a kind and patient family who can show

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Liverpool, Merseyside (82mi)
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Cookie
- 4 Years Old
Cookie's ideal home Meet gorgeous girl, Cookie! Cookie is a 4-year old Labradoodle looking for her forever home! Cookie could live with her friend, Scout, but would otherwise like to be the only Dog in the home so she can soak up all the attention herself. Cookie would like all children in the home to be at least 14yrs+ as she can be a bit avoidant of handling at first, and

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Cardiff, Glamorgan (54mi)
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Scout
- 3 Years Old
Scout's ideal home Meet beautiful Scout, a gorgeous 3-year old Labradoodle looking for her forever home! Scout could be rehomed with another calm, polite Dog in the home, pending a successful meet in the centre, or her friend Cookie! Scout can be a little worried meeting new people, so any children in the home would need to be at least 14yrs+. Scout is a very active girl, and

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Cardiff, Glamorgan (54mi)
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Missie
- 15 Years Old
Missie's ideal home Missie is a gorgeous 15 year old Labrador who is looking for her paw-fect forever home with her best friend Sasha. The pair came to us for no fault of their own and are currently enjoying a life of comfort in a foster home. The girls are very friendly and sweet natured, having lived with young children before we feel that they happily could again, following

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Kenilworth, Warks (49mi)
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Tiffany
- 3 Years Old
Tiffany's ideal home Brittany and Tiffany are a pair of 3 year old loveable Labrador sisters, who are closely bonded and ideally need to be rehomed together. These two friendly Labradors would thrive in a home on the outskirts of a city or in a small town, with access to a secure garden where they can enjoy off-lead time. They can be strong on the lead and will need adopters

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Shoreham by Sea, West Sussex (142mi)
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Brittany
- 3 Years Old
Brittany's ideal home Brittany and Tiffany are a pair of 3 year old loveable Labrador sisters, who are closely bonded and ideally need to be rehomed together. These two friendly Labradors would thrive in a home on the outskirts of a city or in a small town, with access to a secure garden where they can enjoy off-lead time. They can be strong on the lead and will need adopters

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Shoreham by Sea, West Sussex (142mi)
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Chelsea
- 6 Years Old
Chelsea's ideal home Chelsea is a 6-year-old crossbreed who is looking for a home alongside her best friend, Scamp. These two are a bonded pair and must be rehomed together. Chelsea would suit a home with children aged 8 years+ who are comfortable with an excitable, affectionate Dog. She would like to be the only pet in the home alongside Scamp, though she’s more than happy

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Newton Tony, Wiltshire (85mi)
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Munchkin
- 7 Years Old
Munchkin's ideal home Munchkin is a sweet seven-year-old crossbreed looking for a loving home. She could share her home with teenage children. She is looking to be the only Dog in the home. She has good history of living with cats. She has not been around small furries or livestock. She is instantly friendly with new people and would be happy with visitors to the home. She

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Ilfracombe, North Devon (91mi)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Adopting a Labrador Retriever usually involves completing an application form, meeting the dog in person, and agreeing to any checks or requirements set by the current owner or rescue organisation. This helps ensure the Labrador is matched with the right home.
Before adopting a Labrador, consider the breed's exercise needs, grooming requirements, and temperament. Understanding the typical traits of a Labrador can help you decide if it's the right fit for your lifestyle.
Browse the listings on this page to see Labrador Retriever dogs currently available for adoption. You can filter by location to find Labradors closer to you, making it easier to arrange a visit and meet the dog in person.
Many rescues and private owners charge an adoption fee. This fee often covers vaccinations, microchipping, and sometimes neutering, helping to ensure the dog is healthy and ready for a new home.

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