Senior confirmed
Clara & Sasha Maria
Clara and Sasha Maria are magnificent, blonde and brunette beauties, who are absolutely fantastic in every way. You will not find two more upbeat, hap…
Shih Tzu Rescue, Inc. • Weston, FL
Senior Labrador Retriever dogs
Senior Labrador Retriever dogs for adoption
Meet 378 adoptable senior Labrador Retriever dogs (age 7+) from shelters and rescues across the country. Older dogs are often calm, house-trained, and ready to love from day one. Showing 301–330 of 378 below.
Senior Labrador Retrievers are often overlooked in favor of puppies, yet they're frequently house-trained, settled in temperament, and ready to bond immediately. Because they're fully grown, you already know roughly how big they are and what they're like — making an older Labrador Retriever one of the most predictable and rewarding dogs you can welcome home.
Last updated July 12, 2026 at 9:30 AM EDT. Listings refresh automatically, usually every 12 hours.
Available senior Labrador Retriever dogs
Senior confirmed
Papaya
Papaya came to us from Moreno Valley Shelter along with his brother Wrasse. Both were feral, and it has taken some time for them to open up to volunte…
The Barking Lot • San Diego, CA
10+ years
Lexi
NOTE- LEXI IS LISTED AS A COURTESY FOR AN INDIVIDUAL ASKING TO REHOME THEIR DOG. PLEASE SEE CONTACT INFO BELOW. From Lexi's person: "Lexi is a love bu…
Reach Out Rescue & Resources • Westminster, MD
10+ years
QUEENIE
All hail the Queen! Queenie is a 47-pound Labrador Retriever who came to Pet Circle after an accident. She is doing fine and making a recovery! She is…
Humane Society of Central Texas/City of Waco Animal Shelter • Waco, TX
Senior confirmed
Kimbra - owner rehome
Contact Hilary at 540 -280-6894 in Burnsville VA PB chocolate lab, approx. 8 years old. She is spayed and UTD. Crate trained, and house-trained. Kimbr…
Highland County Humane Society Inc • Monterey, VA
At Risk
THOR #8
MEET THOR #8! Thor is a 64 lb senior sweetheart with a big heart. Found tied to a park bench and later placed on the euthanasia list at county shelter…
Underdog Rescue of Arizona, LLC • Chandler, AZ
Senior confirmed
Toby
Meet Toby, an 8-year-old bundle of love and relaxation! Toby is a laid-back canine companion who thrives on snuggles and cozy moments. With his gentle…
Until They're Home • Fort Collins, CO
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
REIGN
REIGN is a small, senior male Labrador Retriever at Animal Protection League/SASF in Stockton, CA. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
Animal Protection League/SASF • Stockton, CA
Senior confirmed
ROSE
ROSE is a medium female Labrador Retriever / German Shepherd Dog and is a senior. She is at the St. Tammany Parish Department of Animal Services in La…
St. Tammany Parish Department of Animal Services • Lacombe, LA
Senior confirmed
SHADOW SHAE
Quick as a whip this dog! Shadow Shae is a 50-pound Labrador Retriever that has plenty of energy at the age of 7. She gets the zoomies then lays at yo…
Humane Society of Central Texas/City of Waco Animal Shelter • Waco, TX
Senior confirmed
ET
ET is a senior male Labrador Retriever, medium size, located at St. Tammany Parish Department of Animal Services in Lacombe, LA. Senior dogs make wond…
St. Tammany Parish Department of Animal Services • Lacombe, LA
Senior confirmed
Georgia II
Hi, my name is Georgia. I am a very sweet girl who lost my home through no fault of my own. I am currently in boarding and would really like a forever…
All For One Pet Rescue, Inc. • Royal Palm Beach, FL
10+ years
BO
Bo is 12yo, weighs 40lbs, is neutered, is up to date on his vaccines, but is not microchipped. Bo's guardian explains why he has made the difficult de…
Rescue Well Incorporated • Columbia, MD
Senior confirmed
PAL
Are you looking for a cuddle buddy? A gentle giant? A life long buddy? Look no further than our Pal! Pal is the biggest snuggle monster who loves noth…
Davis County Animal Services • Fruit Heights, UT
Senior confirmed
DIESEL
Meet Diesel! This sweet boy is super excited to meet his new best friend! Just check out his happy grin! Diesel's favorite thing is to go on nice walk…
Davis County Animal Services • Fruit Heights, UT
Senior confirmed
Blu
I am blind but I still love playing ball and I get around fine. I'm not really interested in playing with other dogs and since I can't see them I am p…
A Second Chance Puppies and Kittens Rescue • Royal Palm Beach, FL
10+ years
CAP
Cap (originally Cap'n - Captain), is 10-12yo, weighs 65lbs, is spayed, is up to date on her vaccines, and is microchipped. She knows 'sit', 'stay', an…
Rescue Well Incorporated • Columbia, MD
Senior confirmed
Buddy (Reduced Rover)
Buddy (Reduced Rover) is a large male Labrador Retriever / Border Collie, a senior dog at Take Paws Rescue in New Orleans, LA. Senior dogs make wonder…
Take Paws Rescue • New Orleans, LA
Senior confirmed
Lilly
Lilly is a great dog, she is loving, house broken, and doesn't have a single mean bone in her body. She is very timid and shy. She has tried to jump t…
The Big Mutt Network • Vail, AZ
Senior confirmed
Lucy Ann - Adopt Me!
Looking for unconditional love, daily walks, and endless belly rubs? Then I’m your girl — Lucy, born in 2018 and 55 lbs of loyal, loving companionship…
The Little Red Dog, Inc • Lake Forest, CA
10+ years
Lady
Meet Lady! Lady is a 12 year old Lab/Shepherd mix. Lady needs a very competent and experienced owner, one that has had experience in handling GSD/Mali…
Barktown Rescue • Boston, KY
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
Shooter & Sparky
Meet Shooter & Sparky! They are 7 year old Lab mixes. The boys are very smart and high energy, so he must have a good fence and someone to be active a…
Barktown Rescue • Boston, KY
Senior confirmed
Lucious
Lucious is a large male senior Labrador Retriever at The Big Mutt Network in Vail, AZ. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
The Big Mutt Network • Vail, AZ
10+ years
Senior confirmed
CHANCE
CHANCE is a male, large Labrador Retriever listed as an adult (senior). He is at the Lawrence Humane Society in Lawrence, KS. Senior dogs make wonderf…
Lawrence Humane Society • Lawrence, KS
Senior confirmed
JUSTON
Yo Yo Yo, Juston’s in the house! I’m a handsome black and white lab mix with the biggest heart on the block. I crave hugs and kisses even more than do…
Peggy Adams Animal Rescue League of the Palm Beaches, Inc. • West Palm Beach, FL
Senior confirmed
Janet 3's company
Janet 3's company is an 8-year, 1-month-old female Labrador Retriever at Animal Rescue Fund of MS in Jackson, MS. Senior dogs make wonderful companion…
Animal Rescue Fund of MS • Jackson, MS
10+ years
Ashton
Sweet yet scared dog. Was an owner surrender, owner didn't want to feed him and the dog started getting into garbage cans, so owner brought him to us …
Animal Rescue Fund of MS • Jackson, MS
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Adopting a senior Labrador Retriever — 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?
Open a dog's profile to see the shelter or rescue caring for them, then follow the adoption link or contact details to apply directly with that organization.
Are senior Labrador Retriever dogs a good fit for first-time adopters?
Often, yes. An older Labrador Retriever is usually past the high-energy puppy stage and may already know basic commands, which can make ownership easier to ease into. Each profile and shelter can tell you about that dog's individual personality and needs.
Why adopt a senior dog instead of a puppy?
Senior dogs are calmer, usually house-trained, and let you skip the chewing and sleepless nights — and because they are the hardest to place, adopting one can quite literally save a life that might otherwise run out of time.
Are senior Labrador Retriever dogs good with children or other pets?
It depends on the individual dog more than the breed alone. Each dog's profile and the shelter or rescue caring for them can tell you about their history with kids, cats, or other dogs. Senior dogs are often calmer and more predictable than puppies, which can make reading compatibility easier before you commit.
How much does it cost to adopt a senior Labrador Retriever?
Adoption fees vary by shelter and rescue, but senior dogs are frequently discounted or even sponsored — because they wait the longest, many organizations offer reduced fees or cover initial vet care. Open a dog's profile and ask the organization directly for their current fee and what it includes.
Can I foster a senior Labrador Retriever instead of adopting?
Many shelters and rescues offer a foster program, sometimes with a foster-to-adopt path. Fostering a senior Labrador Retriever gets them out of a kennel and into a calm home — which is especially beneficial for older dogs who find shelter life stressful. Ask the organization on any dog's profile whether fostering is an option.
Know a senior dog who needs a home?
Shelters and rescues can list adoptable senior dogs for free.