10+ years
Senior Labrador Retriever dogs
Senior Labrador Retriever dogs for adoption
Meet 342 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 31–60 of 342 below.
About adopting a Labrador Retriever
Ask a shelter worker which senior is the easiest to place in a home and the answer is often the Labrador. A gray-muzzled Lab has the same good nature it had as a puppy, minus the chewing and the counter surfing. Most older Labs are food motivated, easy to handle, friendly with strangers, and tolerant of children and other pets.
Living with a senior Lab is mostly about managing enthusiasm in a body that has slowed down. They still want to retrieve, swim, and greet the mail carrier, and they still want to eat whatever they can reach, so weight control becomes the central daily task. A slimmer senior Lab moves better, breathes easier, and spares its joints, and most respond well to portion control and gentle daily walks.
Arthritis in the hips, elbows, and knees is the most common care theme, along with fatty lumps under the skin, ear infections in the floppy ears, and throat changes that can affect breathing in hot weather. Ask the shelter about weight history and any lumps that have been checked, and ask your veterinarian to review the shelter's records before you set an exercise plan.
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
342 senior Labrador Retriever dogs available.
Senior confirmed
Senior confirmed
10+ years
Letterman
Hello! I am new to the shelter! Please keep checking my profile for updates as the staff gets to know me better! If this dog has been successful in ou…
Beaver County Humane Society • Center Township, PA
10+ years
Dibo
Riverside County Animal Control - Coachella Shelter • Thousand Palms, CA
Senior confirmed
Senior confirmed
Senior confirmed
Sox
Meet Sox! This handsome boy is a friendly, treat-loving guy who already knows sit, down, and paw. He enjoys spending time with his people and would lo…
Aurora Animal Care • Aurora, CO
Senior confirmed
Senior confirmed
Senior confirmed
Raja
Meet Raja! ??Raja is a sweet 7-year-old girl who is affectionate, playful, and always ready for some fun! She’s easy to leash and walks nicely, making…
Albuquerque Animal Services - Westside • Albuquerque, NM
10+ years
Senior confirmed
Chowder
Why I'd make a great companion: ~Woof! My name is Chowder and I weigh 57 LBS! ~I’m nothing but a sweetheart who is ready to share every adventure with…
Arizona Humane Society - Sunnyslope • Phoenix, AZ
10+ years
Bentley
City of Houston, Bureau of Animal Regulation and Care • Houston, TX
10+ years
10+ years
Ruby
Meet Ruby Female DOB: 4/23/2016 Weight: 60 pounds Breed: Labrador / Terrier Mix Spayed (Fixed) Vaccinated Microchipped Healthy & Adoption-Ready Ruby i…
Ozzie and Friends Rescue Inc • Inglewood, CA
Senior confirmed
10+ years
Luna
WATCH MY VIDEO...Meet Luna, a wonderful 11-year-old Lab mix whose story just might tug at your heartstrings. Luna spent her entire life with the famil…
Humane Society of Broward County • Ft Lauderdale, FL
Senior confirmed
Senior confirmed
Senior confirmed
10+ years
Shadow
Shadow and Steven have spent their entire lives side-by-side, forming a bond that’s as steady and loyal as their sweet, senior hearts. Now living out …
Santa Barbara County Animal Services - Santa Barbara • Santa Barbara, CA
Senior confirmed
Wilbur
Wilbur's adoption fee has been paid for with a donation from Tim PantleI am beloved by a volunteer! Check out my video here: https://youtube.com/short…
City of Sacramento Animal Care Services • Sacramento, CA
10+ years
Senior confirmed
Flash
Some boys only get more handsome with age… and I’m living proof! I’m Flash (61693084), a sweet, tall and handsome 7 year old Lab mix looking for a lov…
Collin County Animal Services • McKinney, TX
Senior confirmed
Nova
Meet Nova! A spirited nine-and-a-half-year-old Labrador Retriever from Charlotte, NC, whose essence is a radiant beam of affection wrapped in a glossy…
Joyful Pets Animal Rescue • Amherst, MA
Senior confirmed
Senior confirmed
Senior confirmed
10+ years
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Adopting a senior Labrador Retriever — FAQ
Are senior Labrador retrievers good for first-time owners?
Yes, senior Labrador retrievers are among the more forgiving dogs for a first-time adopter. They are usually house trained, easy to motivate with food, and friendly toward people and other animals. The main learning curve is managing weight and pacing exercise for an older body, both of which the shelter and your veterinarian can help you plan.
Do older Labrador retrievers still need a lot of exercise?
They need regular exercise, but at a lower intensity than a young Lab. A senior Labrador retriever usually thrives on a couple of moderate walks, some gentle retrieving, and swimming if available, since it is easy on the joints. Watch for limping or slowness the next day, and scale back if you see it.
Why would a senior Labrador retriever end up in a shelter?
Most senior Labrador retrievers arrive because of changes in the owner's life, such as a move, a death, a divorce, or a new baby, rather than any fault of the dog. Some are surrendered when medical costs rise. Shelters can usually share the stated reason, and it often confirms the dog has lived happily in a home for years.
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.
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 dog who needs a home?
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