Lab Retriever Rescue: Finding Forever Homes for Deserving Dogs

Lab Retrievers are one of the most popular breeds in the US, but unfortunately, many end up in shelters due to circumstances beyond their control.

These dogs are often surrendered by their previous owners due to reasons such as moving, financial constraints, or simply realizing they can't provide the necessary care and attention.

Lab Retrievers are highly social dogs that thrive on interaction and love being part of a family.

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Lab retriever rescue stories are truly heartwarming. In one notable case, a Lab mix named Max was rescued from a hoarding situation with over 100 other dogs.

Max's story highlights the importance of rescue efforts, as he was found to be one of the healthiest dogs in the group despite the dire circumstances.

Many Lab retrievers are rescued from shelters, where they often wait for months or even years for a forever home. According to the ASPCA, over 3 million dogs are euthanized annually in the US due to overcrowding in shelters.

One dedicated rescue organization, Lab Rescue of the Northeast, has successfully rehomed over 2,000 Lab retrievers since its inception.

We're a group of dedicated volunteers who love dogs and work to find homes for Labs and Lab Mixes in need. Our team is passionate about giving these amazing animals a second chance at a happy life.

Adoption is a straightforward process. We have a small group of dedicated volunteers who work to find homes for Labs and Lab Mixes in need.

We are a small group of dedicated volunteers who love dogs and work to find homes for Labs and Lab Mixes in need.

Our dogs come in a variety of ages, from 3 months old to 11 years old. We have puppies, young adults, and seniors, each with their unique personalities and needs.

We have dogs of different breeds, including purebred Black Labs, Silver Labs, and Lab Mixes. You can find dogs of various weights, from 15 pounds to 108 pounds.

We have a female dog named Honey who is spayed and weighs 45 pounds. We also have a male dog named Dapper who is neutered and weighs 75 pounds.

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Our adoption process is thorough, but we can usually finalize an adoption within a few days. We have identified a prospective adopter for Lady and are going through the final checks to finalize the adoption.

We have a bonded pair of dogs, Zia and Zeus, who are 9 years old and weigh 108 and 89 pounds. They are a female and male pair and are looking for a home together.

We have a variety of dogs available for adoption, so you're sure to find one that's a great match for you.

GGLRR places about a Lab a day.

You can see some of the recent rescued Bay area Labs adopted this year, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, and 2019 for examples of colors, genders, and ages that we typically have available for adoption.

You can also read Success Stories from recent adopters.

We're grateful for any support you can give to help us continue our mission to rescue Lab Retrievers in need. Your monthly donation provides the resources we need to never turn a Lab away that needs our care.

By adopting a monthly giving plan, you'll be helping us cover the costs of caring for these wonderful dogs. Your support makes a real difference in the lives of our Lab Retrievers.

Every donation, big or small, brings us closer to our goal of finding forever homes for these loving animals. Your monthly donation is a vital part of our rescue efforts.

Our dogs have received a thorough physical exam by a licensed veterinarian and are up-to-date on their vaccinations. They're also spayed or neutered (if age appropriate), dewormed for parasites, and microchipped.

Each of our dogs has a unique personality, but they all share a love for people and attention. Bandit, for example, is a happy-go-lucky dog who loves to play outside and retrieve toys. Buddy, on the other hand, thinks treats are great and takes them gently.

Here's a quick rundown of what our dogs have to offer:

Our dogs are looking for a loving forever home with a physical fence and plenty of playtime, training, and exercise. If you're ready to provide a happy and healthy home, we'd love to hear from you!

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Brodie is a big, super-sweet fellow who is very affectionate.

He loves to practice his Lab lean, which means he'll lean into you to show how much he likes being petted and brushed.

Brodie has hypertension, but his medication is helping him. However, he's not able to do strenuous exercise, so he's looking for a family that can provide a more relaxed lifestyle.

He's happy to lounge around, hang out in the yard, or go for short, easy walks. Simply hanging out with his people is fine with him.

Brodie is a big fan of napping, and he's even taken nice naps on car rides.

As a laid-back companion, Brodie will make someone a delightful, loving friend.

Buddy #3 is a people person, loving attention and being petted.

He enjoys swimming and is quite the retriever.

Buddy also has a fondness for treats, taking them gently.

He gets along with other dogs and even cats.

Buddy knows two commands already: sit and come.

He's working on mastering the down command.

Charles is an incredibly sweet boy who loves people. He is a happy-go-lucky guy and was very well behaved for his visit with the vet and with transporters. Charles is so happy to be on his way to a forever home through Lab Rescue. He looks forward to healthy meals to gain some needed weight. Charles did great meeting another pup at the shelter and was all tail wags. Charles is a good pup who will be ready for training and love in his new home.

Corbin is a very affectionate, playful, young pup.

He came to his foster home a very shy young dog, but has since made a lot of progress and is now a happy brave explorer who will go anywhere in the house.

Corbin prefers to be close to his humans or the resident dogs that give him confidence and security.

His crate is his safe space and he spends the day there when his foster mom is at work.

Corbin has plenty of young dog energy, but settles quickly.

He exhibits his puppy exuberance with zoomies around the backyard, play bows, and efforts to get his canine siblings to play.

Corbin is a happy boy who will gladly be your new best friend if you're willing to give him a little time and patience.