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
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.
Last updated October 18, 2026 at 8:44 AM EDT. Listings refresh throughout the day. Always confirm a dog’s availability with the shelter or rescue before making plans.
Available senior Labrador Retriever dogs in North Carolina
16 senior Labrador Retriever dogs available in North Carolina.
Senior confirmed
Bruce
Puppies 6 months and under are typically $200 and dogs from 7 months to 6 years are typically $100.00. The adoption fee may be higher or lower than st…
Yancey County Humane Society • Burnsville, NC
10+ years
Senior confirmed
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
Roscoe
This is a courtesy post. Please do not contact Heart of the Foothills Animal Rescue for information. Contact information is provided below. Roscoe is …
Heart of the Foothills Animal Rescue • Rutherfordton, NC
10+ years
Ken
Contact foster at: gymvet@hotmail.comHe gets along GREAT with my dogs and is friendly to my cat! Very playful with my dogs in our yard and in the hous…
Animal Care & Control, Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department • Charlotte, NC
10+ years
Wolverine
My adoption fee is now $0! Adopt me and pay NO FEE!!
Burlington Adoption Center • Haw River, NC
Senior confirmed
Senior confirmed
Senior confirmed
Senior confirmed
Nallah
<3 A Special Note About Me I'm part of Pawfect Match's Special Care & Rehabilitation Program. My journey is a little different than most. Some of us a…
Pawfect Match Rescue • Holly Springs, 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
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
At Risk
Darling Dottie
Darling Dottie was found alone in a house after her owner sadly died in the shower. She was on her last day at the shelter when a life-saving foster s…
Pawfect Match Rescue • Holly Springs, NC
At Risk
Mickey
Hi, I’m Mickey! I came to the rescue after running out of time at an overcrowded shelter, and while my rescue family takes amazing care of me, I’m so …
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.
Guides to help you decide
Getting started
Why Adopt a Senior Dog? 7 Reasons Older Dogs Make Wonderful Companions
Senior dogs are often calm, house-trained, and overlooked at shelters. Here are seven honest reasons an older dog may be the best companion you ever bring home.
6 min readUnderstanding ageHow Old Is a "Senior" Dog? Senior Age by Breed and Size
A dog is not "old" at the same age across the board — size and breed change everything. Here is how to tell when a dog becomes a senior, and what it means for care.
5 min readCare & healthCaring for a Senior Dog: Health, Diet, and Everyday Comfort
How to keep an older dog healthy and comfortable — vet care, senior-appropriate diet, joint and dental health, exercise, and simple home adjustments that make a big difference.
8 min readKnow a senior Labrador Retriever in North Carolina who needs a home?
Shelters and rescues can list adoptable senior dogs for free.