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.

Guide Dog Labrador Retriever Dogs And Puppies For Adoption, Rehoming And Rescue In Wiltshire

28 Labrador dogs for adoption near Wiltshire, including rescue and rehoming listings from shelters, breeders and private owners.

This page helps you compare Labrador dogs available for adoption in and around Wiltshire, whether you are looking for a puppy, an adult dog, or a Labrador ready for a new home.

Before enquiring, check each dog's age, temperament, background and rehoming requirements so you can choose a Labrador that suits your home, lifestyle and experience.

New to adoption? Read our buying checklist and Labrador breed information to help you prepare before contacting a seller or rescue.

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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 (59mi)
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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 (52mi)
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Kingsley
- 4 Years Old
Kingsley's ideal home Kingsley is a bright, active, and wonderfully sociable Dog who adores meeting new people and canine friends. His enthusiasm really shines on walks, where he can get quite excitable, so he’ll thrive in a moderately busy, active home that can offer him plenty of exercise and continued training. A secure, private garden will give Kingsley a great space to

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Newbury, Berks (24mi)
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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 (30mi)
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Neville
- 5 Years Old
Neville's ideal home Meet Neville, our handsome 4 year old Dobermann x Labrador! Neville is a silly goofball who is looking for a busier home who can keep his brain active and take him on lots of nice sniffy walks and fun adventures. This gorgeous boy can live with young children who are confident around large Dogs and don't mind his boisterous play. He would prefer to be the

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Cardiff, Glamorgan (59mi)
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Elsa
- 4 Years Old
Elsa's ideal home Gorgeous Elsa sadly hasn't had the best start in life, so she is looking for a home with all children 16+ and understanding, patient owners due to her worried nature. Elsa loves other Dogs and can live with a friendly Dog pending a successful meet at the center. Elsa can get a bit overwhelmed at the vets and for this reason, is working on her muzzle training.

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Cardiff, Glamorgan (59mi)
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Cherry
- 2 Years Old
Cherry's ideal home Cherry is a sweet and intelligent young girl who cannot wait to settle into her new family. She is on the hunt for an adult only moderately busy home with a secure garden, preferably with high fences as Cherry can get bouncy! She can get worried around other Dogs so would rather not share her home with another Dog but would benefit from some walking doggy

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Evesham, Worcestershire (34mi)
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Toby
- 11 Years Old
Toby's ideal home Toby is a sensitive and enthusiastic boy who is looking for a home that will keep up his training and take him out for lots of sniffs. He does have his worries around both people and Dogs so is looking for a quiet, adult-only home with no visiting children to really enjoy his senior years, and will also need to be the only pet in the home. Toby will need a

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Evesham, Worcestershire (34mi)

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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 (88mi)
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Hugo
- 1 Year Old
Hugo's ideal home Hugo is a very handsome 1yr old Labrador Mastiff Crossbreed who would love to find a new home with people who LOVE big Dogs! He is very strong and unfortunately struggles to keep his paws on the floor. This all due to his giddy, playful personality, but his new family must be able to hold him safely on lead and be comfortable around big strong Dogs generally.

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Leeds, Yorkshire (105mi)
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Lulu
- 1 Year Old
Lulu's ideal home Lulu is a beautiful 1yr old Labradoodle who is looking for a new home along with a few of her friends. They're all Labradoodles, a mix of male and female and similar ages. They have lived quite a sheltered life so far so will need patient families who will take their time getting to know them and helping them become more confident with the world. Their homes

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Leeds, Yorkshire (105mi)
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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 (59mi)
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Max
- 1 Year Old
Max's ideal home Max is a fun-loving, energetic one-year-old Labrador who is always ready for his next adventure. He’s a busy and active boy who thrives when he’s on the go, whether that’s exploring on walks, playing with his favorite toys, or enjoying time with his people. Max is a friendly lad who gets along well with other Dogs and enjoys meeting people. His

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Kenilworth, Warks (52mi)
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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 (69mi)
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Gordon
- 5 Years Old
Gordon's ideal home Gordon needs an adult only home with the ability to be separated from visitors as he can be worried of new people. Gordon will need to be kept on a lead when out and about so will need a private secure garden to have a good zoom in. Gordon will need a family who can build up his leaving hours at a pace he is comfortable with. Could you be Gordon's perfect

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Manchester, Greater Manchester (130mi)
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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 (98mi)
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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 (83mi)
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Bear and friends!
- 1 Year Old
Bear and friends!'s ideal home Bear is a handsome 1yr old Labradoodle who is looking for a new home along with a few of his friends. They're all Labradoodles, a mix of male and female and similar ages. They have lived quite a sheltered life so far so will need patient families who will take their time getting to know them and helping them become more confident with the world.

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Leeds, Yorkshire (105mi)
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Spud
- 4 Years Old
Spud's ideal home Say Hi to the handsome lad, Spud! A bouncy Beagle cross Labrador, who loves getting attention from everyone he meets! He could share his home with second school aged children, as long as they are comfortable and confident with Dogs, due to his giddy & playful nature. Due to this energy, he would benefit from a garden to play in and active owners who will

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Leeds, Yorkshire (105mi)
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Diesel
- 8 Months Old
Diesel's ideal home Diesel is a bright, bouncy boy who is full of energy and fun, and is looking for an active home that can give him plenty of mental and physical stimulation. He travels well in the car and would thrive in a family who enjoy adventures, long walks, and ongoing training to keep his clever mind busy. He’s a friendly lad who can be a little enthusiastic when

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Kenilworth, Warks (52mi)

Labrador Dogs for Adoption in Wiltshire

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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.