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Dogs Available for Adoption
Our website is updated at least every 48 hours so there is a good chance that the dogs you see are still available,
although they could have someone meeting them in the next few days. It is worthwhile filling in an application even if you don't
see the Lab of your dreams as we give the people on our waiting lists first priority before putting the Labs on our website. Less
than 50% of our dogs make it onto the website.
If you do find the lab of your dreams on our website, please send an application form in as soon as possible as we
generally get several applications for each of the dogs we advertise. If we have a selection of great homes for that dog, they will
go to the home that is available first. We have limited space and need to make room for other Labs in need.
Open Your Hearts - Help Us Help Holly
Gorgeous golden girl Holly is a former rescue of ours, plucked from a terrible existence at just 9 months of age. So
young, but already severely traumatised, Holly wouldn’t even come out from under the house she was living at when our
rescuer arrived. It was obvious she was being beaten and under extreme stress, but thanks to some quick thinking and a
whole lot of diplomacy we were able to get this beautiful yet terrified dog out of a horrible situation.
Safe, but severely distressed, it took months of rehabilitation and care to get Holly to the point where she could even
consider going to a new home. Fortunately for her, she found the most amazing owner who fell in love with her and promised
her a secure haven and a tonne of happiness.
Slowly overcoming her horrendous start to life, Holly now faces a major new battle. After signs of leg soreness and
discomfort, she has just been diagnosed with a ruptured cruiciate ligament and requires intense, expensive surgery and
another long haul of rehabilitation.
Holly’s history has left her emotionally scarred and she becomes frantic when confined in any way. The nature of her
surgery means she will need to be kept quiet and unable to walk for one month, short walks only the next month, gentle free
activity the third month and normal activity after that.
It is a daunting task for any dog owner at the best of times, but Holly’s mum is determined the months and months of
round the clock intensive care will be worth it to give this now two year old a pain-free, trauma-free future.
Holly has a heart of gold and a gentle soul that belies her brutal beginning in life. We truly believe she is a girl who
deserves a second chance at happiness and we are asking for your help to make this happen.
The surgery she needs costs $1200 and we are calling on our Labrador Rescue friends and supporters to HELP US HELP
HOLLY!
Labrador Rescue already relies heavily on the kindness of volunteers and donations simply to be able to do the daily job
of rescuing our gorgeous dogs from death row and finding them magical forever homes.
Your support is needed to help Holly get the peace and comfort she so deserves. If you can assist us in any way possible
by donating towards the cost of her operation you would be making a world of difference.
For details on how to donate please visit our
Help Us Save a Lab
page.
Thank you in anticipation of any help you can offer. Labrador Rescue thanks you and more importantly HOLLY THANKS
YOU!
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Cindy
Cindy is a loving, gentle, old girl who is 10 going on 13. She is overweight and is feeling her age with arthritic joints and slightly impaired hearing and vision. She is on a diet and is receiving treatment for arthritis and bad ear infections. Cindy has a bit of difficulty with stairs, one is okay any more and she starts wobbling. She's being fostered with a lady recovering from a stroke so the home is all ramps and a doggy door which is perfect for her. Since receiving treatment and TLC in foster care she is becoming more mobile and is now up to walking 3 times a day around the garden. Cindy sleeps on a mat or in a basket but will not attempt the trampoline bed instead she pulls off the blanket to lay on the floor.
Cindy is fine with everyone and just wants some love and company. She follows as her carers move from room to room. She would do well in a quiet home with seniors both human and canine as she also loves a 13 yo cross breed she is fostered with. We're looking for a home that will dote on Cindy and receive devotion from her in return.
Cindy comes microchipped, vaccinated, treated for intestinal worms and fleas, with a ton of love and a gorgeous smile
for the right family.
Cindy is located in Sydney and is available for interstate adoption.
Mad Max
Mad Max is an energetic fluffy little black boy. He is an active 10-12 week old Lab cross pup,
possibly crossed with a Kelpie or Border Collie. He loves people and is great with other dogs. He's a very bold little fellow who
is not fazed by anything. We reckon he'll do best with an older doggy companion and an experienced dog owner.
Mad Max needs to have lots of play time with his family. He is happy to be with his family doing anything they choose, be
it out walking, playing with him or just relaxing watching TV. Mad Max needs to be included in your daily routine and not left
outside on his own. He loves to socialise with other dogs and people. Mad Max sleeps indoors but is an outdoor dog while you
are away from home.
Mad Max comes microchipped, vaccinated, treated for intestinal worms and fleas, with a ton of love and a gorgeous smile
for the right family, for a rehoming fee of $400. He will need to be desexed at 6 months of age which Lab Rescue will pay for
at an approved vet surgery.
Mad Max is located in Canberra and is available for interstate adoption.
Bobby
Friendly Bobby is a male yellow Lab who is almost two years old. He gets on really well with
other dogs and especially enjoys a good game of chasey with other playful dogs. He also loves chasing a ball. Bobby is very
social and loves to meet people of all shapes and sizes, both those he knows and strangers. He is well mannered and does
not jump up on anyone. Bobby has always been an only dog but would be happy with a companion dog as well. He knows his
basic obedience commands and would love his new family to continue his training.
Bobby needs to be walked regularly (once a day) as well as having play time with his family. He is happy to be with his
family doing anything they choose, be it out walking, playing with him or just relaxing watching TV. Bobby needs to be
included in your daily routine and not left outside on his own. Bobby loves to socialise with other dogs and people. Bobby
sleeps indoors but is an outdoor dog while you are away from home.
Bobby comes microchipped, vaccinated, desexed and treated for intestinal worms, heart worm and fleas and with a ton of
love and a gorgeous smile for the right family, for a rehoming fee of $400.
Bobby is located in Canberra and is available for interstate adoption.
Abbey
Abbey is a small built 4 year old lab cross girl. She is very sweet and gentle in nature and just
a joy to be around. She has grown up with kids from teenagers to a 5 year old disabled boy. The whole family was devastated
to have to give her up but unfortunately without fences, they were unable to keep her. She missed her family to begin with but
has happily found her spot on the lounge for cuddles.
Abbey is great with gentle dogs but because of her gentle nature can be easily intimidated by boisterous dogs. She has
wonderful meal time manners and will wait to be told to eat. She adores company and will happily pace at your side and sit at
your feet a day long. Abbey will fit into a busy or quiet household with equal enthusiasm.
Abbey needs to be walked regularly (once a day) as well as having play time with his family. She is happy to be with her
family doing anything they choose, be it out walking, playing with her or just relaxing watching TV, Abbey needs to be
included in your daily routine and not left outside on her own. Abbey loves to socialise with other dogs and people. Abbey
sleeps indoors but is an outdoor dog while you are away from home.
Abbey comes microchipped, vaccinated, desexed and treated for intestinal worms, heart worm and fleas and with a ton of
love and a gorgeous smile for the right family, for a re-homing fee of $350.
Abbey is located in Canberra and is available for interstate adoption.
Buddy
Buddy is a big affectionate sook! He's a sweet nine month old black Labrador cross boy.
He's good with other dogs and is living with two in foster care, one larger than him and one smaller. He and the larger dog love
to romp around together and he and the smaller dog play gentler rolling around games. He can be a little over excited meeting
new dogs at first but this will improve with continued socialisation. He is being fostered with the new little puppy, Mad Max,
and has really impressed us with his benevolent paternal attitude towards the youngster. He's incredibly patient when Mad
Max clambers all over him! He loves to play with the puppy and will balance this with a small dose of discipline when
necessary, all very healthy behaviours. He is fine with cats, living with one in foster care.
Buddy sits on command and walks well on a harness. He has a good recall which we've been working on to improve while
in care, his new family will be able to keep working on this for a great solid recall. He loves to run and he's only the second of
our fosters to enjoy jumping up onto our trampoline! Although an energetic boy, he can also relax, especially if he can curl up
with you on the sofa or in bed! He came to us jumping up on people and we have been able to discourage him from doing this
but recommend that he be re-homed with older (school age) children who are happy to tell him off if he jumps on them. All in
all a very easy and loving boy to live with. He's a wonderful companion dog and will do best in a home with constant human or
canine company.
Buddy is an extremely loving dog and wants to be with you as often as he can. He is happy to
be with his family doing anything they choose, be it out walking, playing with him or just relaxing watching TV. Buddy sleeps
indoors but is an outdoor dog when you go out.
Buddy needs to be walked at least once a day as well as having play time with his family. He
needs to be included in the family’s daily routine and not left outside on his own. He loves to socialise with other dogs and
people.
Buddy comes desexed, microchipped, vaccinated, heartworm and intestinal worm treated with a
ton of love and a gorgeous smile for the right family, for the price of $400.
Buddy is located in the Canberra region and is available for interstate adoption.
Zac
Zac is a beautiful easy going 8 year old male black Lab. He loves to play with water and is
great with
other dogs. He's being fostered with young children, he's wonderful with the kids allowing them to shower him with
affection. He has good basic manners and walks well on lead. Zac is an all round nice guy looking for a lovely new home.
Zac is an extremely loving dog and wants to be with you as often as he can. He is happy to be
with his family doing anything they choose, be it out walking, playing with him or just relaxing watching TV. Zac sleeps
indoors but is an outdoor dog when you go out. Zac needs to be walked at least once a day as well as having play time with
his family. He needs to be included in the family’s daily routine and not left outside on his own. He loves to socialise with
other dogs and people. Zac is not recommended for a home with cats.
Zac comes desexed, microchipped, vaccinated, heartworm and intestinal worm treated with a
ton of love and a gorgeous smile for the right family, for the price of $350.
Zac is located in the Canberra region and is available for interstate adoption.
Rebel
Rebel is absolutely adorable!!! He has settled in very well with our family and loves being the
centre of attention. He will do anything for your affection and loves being cuddled but will also settle for a good old pat!! Rebel
has also settled in great with our two labs. They never leave each other's sides, they are either all playing together or just
sitting there cuddling. Stuffed toys are his favorite, however he will play with anything as long as he has your attention. As far
as we have seen Rebel is not a chewer so this is a quality that we have found to be quite a relief.
He is in good shape with a nice shiny coat. He currently eats 2 cups of dry food at night as he was a bit skinny when he
came to us. Once he thickens up a bit we will slowly reduce that! However I think Rebel loves the two cups because he
doesn't leave one biscuit! He has already learnt basic training (eg sit, come, shake etc). However he needs some on the lead
training because he is quite a 'puller'. Rebel also jumps up a bit when he is excited or welcoming new people but a quick stern
"Sit!" and he usually settles pretty quickly.
Rebel would suit any type of family. He needs to be walked regularly (at least once a day) and would benefit from some
one on one obedience training, which I'm sure he will excel at because he is a very quick learner.
Rebel needs to be walked regularly (once a day) as well as having play time with his family. He is happy to be with his
family doing anything they choose, be it out walking, playing with him or just relaxing watching TV. Rebel needs to be included
in your daily routine and not left outside on his own. Rebel loves to socialise with other dogs and people. Rebel sleeps indoors
but is an outdoor dog while you are away from home.
Rebel comes microchipped, vaccinated, desexed and treated for intestinal worms, heart worm and fleas and with a ton of
love and a gorgeous smile for the right family, for a re-homing fee of $400.
Rebel is located in Sydney and is available for interstate adoption.
Blade
Eight month old Blade is a very sweet, playful dog - pictured here with his favourite toy. He
has LOVED spending time with our kids (12 and 10). When he first came to us, he had no idea what a ball was and now plays
all manner of elaborate games involving kids and balls. He needs a lot of exercise, and formal training with his long term family
would move him beyond the basic manners we have worked on. He loves doing the right thing and is a very quick learner who
aims to please. On our morning runs and evening walks, he rarely pulls the lead now. He shows a strong interest in other
creatures, both two- and four-legged, and everything else in the world around him.
Nothing we have seen about his behaviour during his time with us indicates that he would not be as devoted to a family
with smaller children as he is to our lot - but we have not had anybody that size around at our house, so we can't be
absolutely sure. In our view, he is mis-named - the name Blade suggests a much tougher dog than he really is!
Small families, big families, young and old, or one or more four-legged friend(s), I believe Blade's good-natured personality
makes him a very appealing companion for anyone with the time to commit to an active and very playful dog.
Blade needs to be walked regularly (once a day) as well as having play time with his family. He is happy to be with his
family doing anything they choose, be it out walking, playing with him or just relaxing watching TV, Blade needs to be included
in your daily routine and not left outside on his own. Blade loves to socialise with other dogs and people. Blade sleeps indoors
but is an outdoor dog while you are away from home.
Blade comes microchipped, vaccinated, desexed and treated for intestinal worms, heart worm and fleas and with a ton of
love and a gorgeous smile for the right family, for a re-homing fee of $400.
Blade is located in Canberra and is available for interstate adoption.
Buster
Buster is a lovely 9 year old yellow boy. He is a bit of a fatty. He loves a walk, and walks well
on a lead. At the dog park, he socialises really well with dogs and people and young kids of all shapes and sizes. HE LOVES
FOOD, FOOD, FOOD...and will do anything for a treat.
He is very good with my dog, Jack. He is not an alpha male. I’ve been giving them bones, and they both end up wanting
the same one, and they actually play a game, where they gently try and take it from the other one, while it’s still in the other
dogs mouth, and they do this back and forth everyday, and neither of them has ever as much as even snarled at each other.
He knows sit and outside. He goes CRAZY with excitement when you pick up the lead. His fat tummy means that he tries to
get himself into the boot of the car on his own, and he really wants to do it all by himself, but you have to give him a bit of a lift
up. He is great in the car, and happily sits or lies down in the boot. He has not been any trouble, except for the day my son
left the gate open for a minute, and he just ran down the road, going off for his own walk. It was scary because we have a four
lane busy road at the end of our street, but we managed to coax him back with FOOD. I have bathed him with the hose, and
he did amazingly well and just stood there.
He is great with my kids, who are aged 8 and 11. We have their friends over all the time, and it seems like he really wants
to be with them. He loves a soccer ball, and has chewed one or two. He’ll carry them around in his mouth. He has healed well
after the desexing.
Over all you couldn’t get a happier, more placid, love to just lie on the deck or play with the kids kind of dog.
Buster needs to be walked regularly (once a day) as well as having play time with his family. He is happy to be with his
family doing anything they choose, be it out walking, playing with him or just relaxing watching TV. Buster needs to be
included in your daily routine and not left outside on his own. Buster loves to socialise with other dogs and people. Buster
sleeps indoors but is an outdoor dog while you are away from home.
Buster comes microchipped, vaccinated, desexed and treated for intestinal worms, heart worm and fleas and with a ton of
love and a gorgeous smile for the right family.
Buster is located in Sydney and is available for interstate adoption.
Brooki
*** Brooki is going on trial *** A description of Brooki from her current owners who have asked
Lab Rescue to assist with
finding her a new home:
I bought Brooki from a registered breeder 2 years ago. I was looking for a well tempered companion as i have a small child
and I absolutely love the breed. I am a vet nurse and come across lots of breeds every day, but have never found a breed quite
as nice a lab.
When Brooki was approx 8 weeks old she came to puppy preschool at work with me and just wanted to run and play with all
the other puppies. She was a typical puppy in every way, except it was extremely hard to get her to settle and to focus. As
she was growing up she continued to develop the most beautiful and gentle nature. She hardly ever barked and rarely dug
holes or pulled clothes off the line. The only problem we ever saw with her was her inability to settle when excited and she
started to spin and circle things. I tried to work with her myself, but knew something wasn't right, so i contacted an animal
behaviourist. He came to my house and we worked with Brooki. He immediately diagnosed her with ADHD and OCD
(Obsessive Compulsive Disorder). When I contacted her breeder regarding this diagnosis they informed me her father circled
and spinned, but they didn't think anything of it. The behaviourist reassured me that Brooki has no signs of aggression or
anxiety, he
said she was a fantastic dog temperament wise and that she was a happy dog.
Brooki has grown up with all ages of children and loves to be in their company. My 4 year old can do anything with her
and she will follow him around the backyard all day. I have a cat who Brooki loves (but is a bit too excited for the cat's liking)
and she absolutely loves other dogs of all sizes. She is more submissive that dominant, but she would be too much for a dog
that isn't very active or doesn't like to play. Brooki is extremely excitable and jumps around, but has never jumped up on any
adults or children. My 1yr old nephew can walk around outside with a bikkie in his hand and she won't even try to take it from
him!
Brooki would be suited to a home with other active dogs, as she circles and paces alot when left alone, or a family with
children to play with. She needs to be stimulated more than we can provide when working etc. She would definitely need to go
to a home with a very large backyard or a property as she is so active. She loves water, enjoys the beach and her little pool,
but gets a bit hesitant near the river. Brooki's new owner would have to understand her condition and realise that she will never
be a "couch potato" and is excited very easily. They would have to be willing to contiue working with her to get her to settle.
She travels well and is good in both the backseat of my car and on the back of the ute. When I take her jogging she starts off
hard to handle as she is so excited and finds it hard to focus, but once we get going she is good. She will need a firm owner
who will spend lots of time with her. She tries so hard to please and is so so loving. She would love a family with both other
dogs and children as she is so playful, but would be happy with either as long as she was kept stimulated. It's sad for me
because she is such a beautiful girl, but she is unhappy being the only dog here and our yard is just not large enough for a
dog with her condition.
As a vet nurse I have ensured Brooki is always in top shape and she is very healthy. She has never had a health problem
and is a perfect weight. She is only 25kg so not a very tall or large labby. she is quite petite for her breed. She is up to date
with her vaccinations and has had her yearly heartworm injection. She is desexed, microchipped and lifetime registered. I have
her pedigree papers also.
Brooki comes with a ton of love and a gorgeous smile for the right family, for the price of $350.
Brooki is located in the Hunter Valley region and is available for interstate adoption.
Hugo
*** Hugo is going on trial *** Hugo is a gorgeous four year old yellow boy. He is gentle,
affectionate and quiet. He loves
nothing better than being a lounge lizard on the couch with his family. Hugo has good basic obedience training and is
awesome on lead. Hugo would be happy to be an only dog or to have a canine companion.
Hugo needs to be walked regularly (once a day) as well as having play time with his family. He is happy to be with his
family doing anything they choose, be it out walking, playing with him or just relaxing watching TV. Hugo needs to be
included in your daily routine and not left outside on his own. Hugo loves to socialise with other dogs and people. Hugo
sleeps indoors but is an outdoor dog while you are away from home.
Hugo comes microchipped, vaccinated, desexed and treated for intestinal worms, heart worm and fleas and with a ton of
love and a gorgeous smile for the right family, for a rehoming fee of $350.
Hugo is located in the Canberra region and is available for interstate adoption.
Emma
*** Emma is on trial *** Emma is a gorgeous little 2 year old princess. She arrived
happy and eager to make new
friends with the other dogs and people. She loves bouncing around with the other dogs and just laps up human attention. She
hasn’t come from a great place but has certainly made the most of her second chance at happiness. She hasn’t previously
had any training but is quickly learning the basics. She will happily do anything for a cuddle or treat. She is very certain she is
a lap dog and will happily climb onto your lap for a snuggle.
Emma will be happy as an only dog or with a doggy companion. She is very active but still a little too bouncy for small
children. She greets everyone like a long lost friend. Emma is a very small lab, so her bounciness isn’t likely to cause a
problem while she is learning her manners. She will be a wonderful companion in the right home with a family that are willing to
take the time to train her. She will excel at obedience school and would be ideal for anyone wanting to go further and do agility
or fly ball.
Emma needs to be walked regularly (once a day) as well as having play time with her family. She is happy to be with her
family doing anything they choose, be it out walking, playing with her or just relaxing watching TV, Emma needs to be
included in your daily routine and not left outside on her own. Emma loves to socialise with other dogs and people. Emma
sleeps indoors but is an outdoor dog while you are away from home.
Emma comes microchipped, vaccinated, desexed and treated for intestinal worms, heart worm and fleas and with a ton of
love and a gorgeous smile for the right family, for a re-homing fee of $350.
Emma is located in Canberra and is available for interstate adoption.
Harvey
*** Harvey is on trial *** Harvey is a big bundle of fun! He's a lovely, well-mannered one year old
black labrador
boy. He is great with kids of all ages, being fostered with a 5 yo and a teenager. Harvey plays well with all the other dogs he's
met while in care and is great with the cat he's fostered with. He is new to being walked on lead and is also learning to sit on
command during walks, at roads, etc. He would love to go to dog obedience school as he is keen to please and loves learning
new things. He enjoys playing with balls and chewy toys. Harvey is very cuddly, he thinks he's a lap dog and would
absolutely love to join you on the sofa during quiet evenings at home! He would make a fantastic companion for his lucky new
family.
Harvey is an extremely loving dog and wants to be with you as often as he can. He is happy to
be with his family doing anything they choose, be it out walking, playing with him or just relaxing watching TV. Harvey sleeps
indoors but is an outdoor dog when you go out. Harvey needs to be walked at least once a day as well as having play time
with his family. He needs to be included in the family’s daily routine and not left outside on his own. He loves to socialise with
other dogs and people.
Harvey comes desexed, microchipped, vaccinated, heartworm and intestinal worm treated with
a ton of love and a gorgeous smile for the right family, for the price of $400.
Harvey is located in Canberra and is available for interstate adoption.
Fudge
*** Fudge is on trial *** Fudge is a delightful 3 year old golden male softie. He is very
comfortable
with all dogs large
and small and spends ages happily licking our cats and trying to get them to play with him too. However his favourite thing in
life (other than food) is PEOPLE. If you are looking for a happy, gentle natured dog who will love you forever, Fudge is for you.
Fudge is happiest being with people and will happily follow you in your daily routine around house or yard.
Fudge is well mannered, sitting for dinner or when asked. He comes when called, walks well on
lead and is very good off lead. He is great at retrieving a ball and loves swimming. Fudge will sleep quietly through the night on
his own or with our other animals. Like all young(ish) dogs he can jump up in excitement when greeting you but settles
quickly. He has quickly picked up "no go" zones in the house and will respond very well to further training.
Fudge has some early onset arthritic changes in his joints which will need to be managed over the
years as he ages. Fudge comes desexed, microchipped, vaccinated, heartworm and intestinal worm treated with a
ton of love and a gorgeous smile for the right family, for the price of $350.
*** Danny is on trial *** Danny is a handsome black labrador boy who is nearly 2 years old.
He has a sweet nature, a
charming smile and lovely soft fur. He is full of the joys of life and loves just about everything and everyone, especially water
and playing with his friends. Danny is good with other dogs, has a very friendly nature and is always happy to make new
friends. He greets everyone like a long lost friend. Danny is a well behaved boy – he does not jump up on people but is
affectionate and gentle. He walks well on lead. Danny has basic obedience skills but would just love to go to dog obedience
school as he is keen to please and loves learning new things.
Danny is an extremely loving dog and wants to be with you as often as he can. He is happy to
be with his family doing anything they choose, be it out walking, playing with him or just relaxing watching TV. Danny sleeps
indoors but is an outdoor dog when you go out. Danny needs to be walked at least once a day as well as having play time
with his family. He needs to be included in the family’s daily routine and not left outside on his own. He loves to socialise with
other dogs and people.
Danny comes desexed, microchipped, vaccinated, heartworm and intestinal worm treated with a
ton of love and a gorgeous smile for the right family, for the price of $400.
