How much does an adult Labrador cost?

An adult Labrador costs around £550. This is the average price of the Labrador itself and other costs involved include vet bills and supplies, dog food, treats and toys.

Where can I find an adult Labrador for sale in Ilkeston?

Adult Labradors are often available through three main channels: Retiring Breeders (who may rehome a dogs after its breeding career), Private Rehoming due to lifestyle changes, and Breed-Specific Rescues. When browsing our adult listings, look for 'KC Registered' or 'Health Tested' tags. Unlike puppiess, adult dogss should be assessed for their behavior around children, other pets, and their ability to be left alone, as these are the most common reasons for adult rehoming.

What are the typical traits of female Labrador puppies?

Female Labradors are often a bit smaller and may be more independent than males, but they're equally affectionate, intelligent, and playful.

Are female Labradors easier to train than males?

Training success depends on the individual dog and consistent training, not sex. Female Labradors generally learn quickly and respond well to positive reinforcement.

When is the best time to spay my female Labrador puppy?

Spaying is recommended to prevent unwanted litters and reduce certain health risks. Consult your vet for advice on the ideal timing based on your puppy's health.

Adult Female (Bitch) Labrador Retrievers For Sale In Ilkeston, Derbyshire

1 Adult Female (Bitch) Labradors For Sale In Ilkeston, Derbyshire

Find Labrador Retrievers for sale in Ilkeston, Derbyshire, with current prices around £500. Compare listings from trusted local breeders and sellers, including KC registered and health tested litters.

This page helps you compare puppies available in and around Ilkeston, whether you are looking for a local litter or are open to nearby parts of Derbyshire.

Price can vary by breeder, pedigree, location and what is included, so compare each advert carefully before contacting the seller.

If you do not find the right puppy in Ilkeston itself, nearby areas such as Alfreton, Arnold and Ashbourne often have additional litters within easy reach.

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Silver Labrador Bitch
- Ready Now
- 1 female
Silver Labrador Bitch, 23 months old. Having to rehome her due to downsizing to a bungalow. She’s been with 2 other Labradors since puppies. She’s very loving & loves playing with ball’s. For sale £500.

£500

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Stephen Burdett

Private seller in Thurmaston, Leicestershire (22 miles away from Ilkeston)

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Superb quality health tested yellow Labrador Puppies from excellent health tested lines. 1 male and one female available only now. Ready to leave us June 18th 2026 Both parents have wonderful temperaments All fully health tested with good/ excellent hip scores Mum BVA 3/3 hips and 0/0 elbow scores. Dad BVA 0/0 hips and 0/0 elbows Both parents are chocolate meaning these

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*** We have one yellow bitch remaining from a litter of 8, please let’s find this gorgeous girl her for forever home. She’s available to view now and ready to leave on Saturday the 21st June *** KC register black and yellow Labrador Puppies, (£1300 fixed price) Scarborough North Yorkshire KC registered ready in 8 weeks, 4 male / 2 female. Health checked

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outstanding Labrador puppies, extensively health tested parents
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Our beautiful bitch, Shade, has had a fantastic litter of black Puppies. Shade herself has the most gentle, eager to please temperament. Highly intelligent, she is very athletic and of medium size. She works during the season and has a wonderful attitude with loads of ability. Both parents have the most friendly, trainable temperaments and both can be seen. Mum and

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A lovely litter of 10 Black and Yellow Puppies. Parents health tested with excellent Hip, Elbow and Eye tests . Mother by Ftch as is Grandmother who can also be seen with Mother and Puppies. Father is a Field Trial winner Reared in a picturesque environment with large gardens and paddocks to play in. Bred to maintain their wonderful temperament and intelligence they are

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Working chocolate and yellow Labradors
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Exceptionally well health tested working chocolate and yellow Labradors. Fabulous litter of working chocolate and yellow Labradors. Dam- Phasianidae Walnut into Ivywarren Hips 2/3 Elbows 0 Current clear BVA eye certificate. DNA tested for all 7 KC required conditions Sire- Whimsical Water Of Fendream Hips 0/0 Elbows 0 Current clear BVA eye certificate. DNA

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Gorgeous black boy available 😍
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Nya and Timber have just delivered a beautiful bunch of 4 pups. Perfect split of 2 boys and 2 girls. To be placed on the waiting list or reserve a pup, have a little chat with myself and place a holding fee. These pups would make amazing family pets or could have the potential to go further. More pictures/videos are also available on request of mum and dad. Happy to

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Frequently Asked Questions

An adult Labrador costs around £550. This is the average price of the Labrador itself and other costs involved include vet bills and supplies, dog food, treats and toys.
Adult Labradors are often available through three main channels: Retiring Breeders (who may rehome a dogs after its breeding career), Private Rehoming due to lifestyle changes, and Breed-Specific Rescues. When browsing our adult listings, look for 'KC Registered' or 'Health Tested' tags. Unlike puppiess, adult dogss should be assessed for their behavior around children, other pets, and their ability to be left alone, as these are the most common reasons for adult rehoming.
Female Labradors are often a bit smaller and may be more independent than males, but they're equally affectionate, intelligent, and playful.
Training success depends on the individual dog and consistent training, not sex. Female Labradors generally learn quickly and respond well to positive reinforcement.
Spaying is recommended to prevent unwanted litters and reduce certain health risks. Consult your vet for advice on the ideal timing based on your puppy's health.

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