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.

Family-friendly Labrador Retriever Dogs And Puppies For Adoption, Rehoming And Rescue

40 Labrador dogs for adoption across the UK, including rescue and rehoming listings from shelters, breeders and private owners.

This page helps you compare Labrador dogs available for adoption across the UK, 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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Leo
- 5 Years Old
Leo's ideal home Leo is our 5 year old Labrador who is looking for a home with his best friend Oscar (11 year old Labrador). They can live with upper primary aged children. They would prefer to be the only Dogs in the home and will need a cat free home. They're happy being left for a few hours once settled. Due to both loving to have fusses and attention and also Leo pulling

DogsTrust

Rescue Centre / Charity in Manchester, Greater Manchester
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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

DogsTrust

Rescue Centre / Charity in Evesham, Worcestershire
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Autumn
- 7 Years Old
Autumn's ideal home Autumn is a sweet and loving girl who is a lot of fun to be around. Initially, she can be a little shy, but once she comes out of her shell, she will happily play and cuddle with her favourite people. She is looking for a family who will take the time to help her build up her confidence. Autumn finds a lot of joy from her daily walks, having a good sniff

DogsTrust

Rescue Centre / Charity in West Calder, West Lothian
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Buddy
- 2 Years Old
Buddy's ideal home Looking for a canine buddy to share your outdoorsy, active lifestyle with? Then meet Buddy! He’s a bundle of energy who loves to get out and about exploring. He’d suit a family who can channel his energy into adventures and fun training activities. Buddy likes to play with toys, is good in the car and is housetrained. He can live with teens who are

DogsTrust

Rescue Centre / Charity in Sadberge, Co Durham
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Jinx
- 7 Years Old
Jinx's ideal home Jinx is a stunning 6 year old Labrador who is the sweetest wee gentleman. He is a joy to have around and is pretty much a perfect angel! Jinx would prefer to be the only dog in the home for now, whilst he refreshes his social skills with other Dogs. He could share his home with children around primary school age and over. Could you be Jinx's perfect match?

DogsTrust

Rescue Centre / Charity in Glasgow, Scotland
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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

DogsTrust

Rescue Centre / Charity in Liverpool, Merseyside
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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

DogsTrust

Rescue Centre / Charity in Cardiff, Glamorgan
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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

DogsTrust

Rescue Centre / Charity in Cardiff, Glamorgan
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Edward
- 1 Year Old
Edward's ideal home Edward is our unbelievably gorgeous 1 year old Labrador crossbreed. This handsome boy would love to find a home where he can both zoom around the garden with a ball and also chill out on the sofa. He can be quite a nervous boy so would like a family that can help him settle in and gain confidence. He would also need to live with another dog as he would love

DogsTrust

Rescue Centre / Charity in West Calder, West Lothian
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Hugo
- 7 Years Old
Hugo's ideal home Hugo is your fun-loving friend who is on the search for a new family through no fault of his own. He has a good history around children and can live with those of primary school age. Hugo has lived with other Dogs before and could do so again with the right match. He'd be looking for a tolerant friend and we'll check they get on in centre before adoption.

DogsTrust

Rescue Centre / Charity in Evesham, Worcestershire
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Swift
- 4 Years Old
Swift's ideal home Taylor and Swift have until now led a very sheltered life, so would love a quiet home where their adopters are happy to take everything at a slow pace for them. They could live with young adults aged 15+ and potentially a confident cat. Having a secure garden straight from the home is a must for them, as they won’t be going for walks for the first couple

DogsTrust

Rescue Centre / Charity in Wymeswold, Leicestershire
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Taylor
- 4 Years Old
Taylor's ideal home Taylor and Swift have until now led a very sheltered life, so would love a quiet home where their adopters are happy to take everything at a slow pace for them. They could live with young adults aged 15+ and potentially a confident cat. Having a secure garden straight from the home is a must for them, as they won’t be going for walks for the first couple

DogsTrust

Rescue Centre / Charity in Wymeswold, Leicestershire
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Otis
- 3 Years Old
Otis's ideal home Otis is looking for adopters who enjoy an active lifestyle and are happy to put in the time for a spot of training. A home with a garden will be ideal so he has easy access to space for a good run about. Otis can live with older primary school aged children and may share the home with another dog. He has previously been house trained, so this should only need

DogsTrust

Rescue Centre / Charity in Sadberge, Co Durham
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Deana
- 8 Months Old
Deana's ideal home Are you someone who understands that the world can feel a bit big when you’re small? This 5-month-old Lab cross Spaniel is a sweet girl who’s still finding her confidence and will shine best with people who are happy to let her take things slowly and at her own pace. She enjoys exploring, especially when her nose is leading the way, but she’s happiest

DogsTrust

Rescue Centre / Charity in ,
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Dora
- 3 Years Old
Dora's ideal home Dora is a sweet, sensitive girl who’s looking for a patient and understanding home where she can blossom at her own pace. She can feel a little unsure when meeting new people and can be a little worried at first, so she’ll need adopters who are happy to take things slowly and let her build trust in her own time. Once Dora gets to know you, her personality

DogsTrust

Rescue Centre / Charity in Kenilworth, Warks
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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

DogsTrust

Rescue Centre / Charity in Cardiff, Glamorgan
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Pip
- 4 Years Old
Pip's ideal home Say 'Hi!' to Pip, the 3 year old Labrador! Pip came to us through no fault of his own as he was found as a stray, so we have a limited history for him. He can live with secondary school aged children or older and would be happiest in a home where he is the only pet, as he would love his own people to build a close bond with. He can eventually be left for up to

DogsTrust

Rescue Centre / Charity in Telford, Shropshire
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Alvie
- 2 Years Old
Alvie's ideal home Stunning youngster Alvie is a 1 year old Lab who has more energy than he knows what to do with! He is looking for an active home with a switched on family who can continue his basic training, as he can be quite bouncy and boisterous at times. Alvie could share his home with other playful Dogs as well as more mature children. He is also looking to have direct

DogsTrust

Rescue Centre / Charity in Glasgow, Scotland
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Kiwi
- 3 Years Old
Kiwi's ideal home Kiwi is a lovely girl 1 Year Old Boxer x Labrador. She is a little shy with new people, but once she knows you, she loves affection and snuggles. Kiwi can be a bit worried in new surroundings, but once she is comfortable, she soon comes out of her shell! She is looking for an experienced family, who are able to give her the time she needs to build her

DogsTrust

Rescue Centre / Charity in West Calder, West Lothian
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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

DogsTrust

Rescue Centre / Charity in Evesham, Worcestershire

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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.