10+ years
BUSTER
My name is Buster. I can be identified by Animal Care & Control as A1267163.I appear to be a neutered male, white Labrador Retriever mix.
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services • Charlotte, NC
Senior Labrador Retriever dogs in North Carolina
Senior Labrador Retriever dogs for adoption in North Carolina
Meet 16 adoptable senior Labrador Retriever dogs (age 7+) in North Carolina. Each one is from a shelter or rescue and ready for a calm, loving home.
Older Labrador Retrievers in North Carolina are often passed over for puppies, yet they're usually house-trained, settled in temperament, and ready to bond right away — and because they're fully grown, you already know their size and personality. Adopting a senior Labrador Retriever in North Carolina means welcoming a calm, grateful companion who can settle in from day one.
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10+ years
RICO
RICO is a senior male Labrador Retriever, medium-sized, at Catawba County Animal Care and Control in Newton, NC. Senior dogs make wonderful companions…
Catawba County Animal Care and Control • Newton, NC
10+ years
MISTER
My name is Mister. I am currently being fostered. While I am not at the shelter, I am available for adoption. I can be identified by Animal Care & Con…
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services • Charlotte, NC
Senior confirmed
PANTERA
My name is Pantera. I can be identified by Animal Care & Control as A1246914.I appear to be an unaltered male, black Labrador Retriever mix.
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services • Charlotte, NC
Senior confirmed
LACEY
A520827`Lacey`7 year old spayed female** NO SMALL KIDS in the same home**Lacey was surrendered to the shelter by her previous owner and has been great…
New Hanover County Sheriff's Office Animal Services Unit • Wilmington, NC
10+ years
WOLVERINE
My adoption fee is now $0! Adopt me and pay NO FEE!!
Burlington Adoption Center • Haw River, NC
Senior confirmed
Buddy Blue
Buddy Blue is a 7 year old, 68 lb Lab mix with a heart as big as his name and a gentle, affectionate nature that shines through even after all he’s ov…
CrisisDogsNC • Spring Lake, NC
Senior confirmed
Benny
This is a courtesy post. Please do not contact Heart of the Foothills for information. Please contact the owner at meganmaglione@yahoo.com or (704) 61…
Heart of the Foothills Animal Rescue • Rutherfordton, NC
Senior confirmed
Link
Meet Link! Link is about an 8 year old Lab mix. He weighs around 70lbs. He is great with children, other dogs, and cats! He is house trained, crate tr…
Ruff Love Foster Care and Dog Rescue • Thomasville, NC
10+ years
HAMMY
HAMMY is a senior male Labrador Retriever, large, located in Fayetteville, NC at Cumberland County Animal Control. Senior dogs make wonderful companio…
Cumberland County Animal Control • Fayetteville, NC
Senior confirmed
COLBY
Foster Notes:`Colby is the sweetest pup you would ever meet! From the day he came home with me, he has been the nicest, most well adjusted dog. He imm…
Burlington Adoption Center • Haw River, NC
Senior confirmed
HONCHO
HONCHO is a male senior Labrador Retriever (large) at Guilford County Animal Services in Greensbo, NC. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
Guilford County Animal Services • Greensbo, NC
Senior confirmed
THUNDER
THUNDER is a senior male Labrador Retriever, large, located in Greensbo, NC at Guilford County Animal Services. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
Guilford County Animal Services • Greensbo, NC
10+ years
Maggie Pearl - Hospice Only
Maggie Pearl was a stray that found her way to Wake County Animal Shelter right before they closed down due to the canine flu outbreak. She did have a…
Pawfect Match Rescue • Holly Springs, NC
Senior confirmed
Nallah
Nallah is full of life. She is not shy at all. She loves to smell everything in the yard and help keep critters out. She also loves to play fetch, tug…
Pawfect Match Rescue • Holly Springs, NC
Senior confirmed
Crosby
Hi my name is Crosbyi am a sweet girl Once you get to know me. I am very scared of you and my first instinct is to snip and snap when I'm scared you h…
Atlantic Rottweiler Rescue Foundation • Mooresville, NC
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Adopting a senior Labrador Retriever in North Carolina — FAQ
What counts as a senior dog?
Most shelters and vets consider a dog "senior" around age 7, though large breeds often age sooner and small breeds a little later. Every dog listed here is 7 years or older.
How do I adopt a senior Labrador Retriever in North Carolina?
Open any dog's profile to see the shelter or rescue caring for them in North Carolina, then use the adoption link or contact details to apply directly with that organization. Lily's Second Chance simply gathers senior Labrador Retrievers in one place so they're easier to find.
Are there always senior Labrador Retriever dogs available in North Carolina?
Availability changes often as dogs are adopted and new ones are listed. If you don't see a senior Labrador Retriever in North Carolina right now, check back soon or browse nearby states — new dogs are added regularly.
Can I adopt a senior Labrador Retriever from North Carolina if I live elsewhere?
Often, yes. Many rescues and shelters in North Carolina arrange or help coordinate transport for the right adopter, while others prefer a local meet-and-greet first. Open a dog's profile and ask the organization directly how their out-of-area adoption process works.
Know a senior Labrador Retriever in North Carolina who needs a home?
Shelters and rescues can list adoptable senior dogs for free.