Betty is an owner give up to a shelter we work with in NC. She was given to an older couple as a gift and had too much energy. The shelter asked us to find her a home and so we will! Betty has been seen by our vet and received her vaccines, microchip, and preventatives. This little cutie is very sweet and loves to be with you and other pups. 

Watch her play at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ixq28GZsb4o .

Bobby is a stunning young yellow boy. He’s an extra-large boy with a gentle heart and a big brain to match. Although Bobby is strong, he’s also incredibly smart and eager to learn – especially when the reward is tasty treats and your praise. He walks nicely on leash with a no-pull harness. Bobby is fully crate-trained, house-trained, and enjoys quiet time in the backyard, lounging in the sun or sniffing around. He’s generally a calm and quiet companion, while also having a playful side - he's learned to relax and let his true self shine! One especially sweet note from his trial home: when Bobby had his people all to himself, he quickly shows just how much he loves close companionship and becomes a true “Velcro dog,” happily bonding and sticking close to his humans. Bobby is a loving, affectionate boy who will thrive in a calm, pet-free home with people who are comfortable with a large dog and appreciate a loyal companion who likes to stay close. He’s ready for the right match to come along and see just how special he is.

Casper is a sweet, sometimes silly, very good boy. When he came to Lab Rescue he was missing most of his fur due to severe allergies. After treating him, he regained his beautiful fur, and his true identity became clear: he's a Great Pyrenees/Anatolian Shepherd mix! Now that he’s healthy and fluffy again, we know that Casper is very much a working dog who loves being outside and thriving when he has a job that suits his instincts and personality, like livestock guarding. True to his nature, Casper believes in keeping an eye on things. He’s not excessively noisy, but he does patrol the fence line and will alert bark at passing threats like squirrels, plastic bags, or neighbors living their lives. He’ll quiet when asked and is happy to come inside when his job is done. A large securely fenced yard is non-negotiable; he’s got strong instincts to roam and protect, and he needs space to do both safely. He’s crate trained & house trained. Casper is calm, stoic, and devoted; extremely gentle with people. He's independent, though affectionate with his family. He walks nicely on leash, enjoys park outings, and gets along with other dogs, but is mostly indifferent to them. If he could choose, he'd prefer a large, calm female dog companion, but he'd be happy as an only dog too. He'll do best with a family who has working dog experience who understands the nature of the breeds. Casper will do best in a rural area, ideally on a farm, or similar place he can be put to work. He has lived with cats, and will play with them if they agree.

Charlie is very cute and still very much a puppy! He loves to play with other dogs, go to the dog park and retrieve anything you will throw. He knows some basic commands, is house trained, and knows how to walk on a leash. But be prepaared, he gets excited when he sees other dogs and really wants to say hello. He is crate trained, but has not spent much time in the crate. He would enjoy sleeping  on a dog bed in his new owner's bedroom. Charlie is looking for a family that will commit to his training and provide him the consistency that he needs to thrive. He is a sweetie!

Coco is a sweet, handsome, and very playful boy. We think his joyful nature shows in every photo he takes! He loves balls and had a great time playing with one of the other young active Labs at the shelter. He is very much an active young lab and is happiest when he's on the go. We will update more on Coco as we get to know him better. Don't wait to ask your Adoption Coordinator about this wonderful guy!

Cocoa is a sweet, happy girl, who loves attention, being near her people, and has learned to enjoy indoor life at her foster’s! She now handles stairs like a champ and has learned about weird machines, like TVs, vacuums, and the doorbell. She has become confident walking on a leash. However, she can get excited seeing new people or dogs (particularly after recently finishing her heartworm confinement - Bravo, Cocoa!!), so a strong hold on her leash is necessary. Cocoa gets along well with the resident dog and would do well with a K-9 companion who enjoys vigorous play. She and foster’s resident dog sleep in the bedroom at night, each on their own bed. She likes to start her day with an extended stretch and belly rub before she leaves the house for a walk. Sweet Cocoa is a loving pup who welcomes guests into the house and will sit right up close to them… demonstrating her healthy Lab-lean. Sweet Cocoa loves human attention and petting. She’ll be a wonderful, loving companion in her new, forever home. 

Beautiful Daisy Mae is ready to shower her new family with love and share her puppy energy. She hasn't had a lot of training but is smart and eager to please. Her new family will have fun and the rewarding experience bonding with Daisy Mae while working on her required training. This sweetheart is incredibly affectionate and adores attention. She enjoys meeting new friends inside and outside the home. Daisy Mae doesn't have much experience with fetch or swimming, but she does seem to love water! She likes to play in her water bowl. She is good with other dogs AND cats (lived with cats previously). If you'd like to add this delightful young girl to your home, come meet Daisy Mae today!

Dutchess has been a sweet and charming girl in her foster home. Her foster mom reports that Duchess is really easy going in the house. She is house trained, has been “free” to roam inside, and hasn’t messed with anything. Duchess prefers human food to dog food, but she will eat the dog food with a little canned food mixed in. Duchess pulls on leash so is working on her leash manners.  An Easy Walk harness will help. She knows some commands such as sit and down. Please give this sweet girl a chance!

Duke is a very handsome gentleman who found his way to lab rescue just as he is turning 8 yrs old. Though he is technically a senior dog, his personality and energy level are that of a much younger dog. He loves to run and play. He will retrieve just about anything you throw for him but balls are his favorite. Duke also likes playing with other dogs.  He was kept in an outside enclosure in his past life (brought in during hot or cold weather) so he is looking for a family who will love and cherish him and let him live inside.  

THANKS TO A GENEROUS DONOR WHO WANTS TO HELP ALL SENIOR PUPS FIND THEIR FOREVER HOMES, THE ADOPTION FEE IS $125. 

Duke came to us when one owner passed and the other did not feel they could care for him as he needed to be cared for. He is a very sweet boy and we are happy to help him find a new home. Duke has happily settled into his foster home. He has good manners in the house and won't bother a thing but would do better where someone is home more than not. This gentleman knows “sit,” takes treats gently, and is getting along just fine with the resident dogs. He does well on leash, and pretty much ignores other people, dogs, birds, and cars. While he hasn't barked very much, he does howl sometimes! He is such a character. Dukie enjoys snuggling on the sofa and needs a home with limited steps. He's a sweet, good boy who will make some family very happy.

Handsome Dutch is a big love bug. He is sweet and gentle for a dog his size. He does need to shed some pounds but keep his sweet personality. The shelter staff all agree that he is a true gem. They said he was house trained as he would wait to do his business, until they took him out. Dutch was surrendered to the shelter through no fault of his own and we are here to help him find his forever family. He previously lived with another dog and has done well meeting another dog at the shelter. This is one handsome Lab and he can't wait to meet you.

Bertie (AKA Ember) may not look like your typical Lab but she is a Lab at heart. This is a tale of what sometimes happens in rescue. We were sent pictures of a sweet young black lab whose ears DID NOT stand up. She was good with dogs, petite, and cute so we said YES! She went to one of our partner vets in NC and went through vetting. She then traveled up to VA and we were met with quite a surprise! She arrived with ears that you can "Tune in Tokyo" on lol! When we asked "What happened to the dog you sent pictures of, the answer was that this is her" We said not with those ears! They said they were not standing up when she left us.....OKAY..... Nonetheless she was here and we were not sending her back to a bad situation so here we sit! Ember is a SUPER SWEET and very Labby in her personality so she can join the Lab Rescue team. She is friendly and good with other dogs. Recently, she's been going to school and is very good for a one-year-old (birthday in late January!). She's learning sit, stay, and other basic commands - and enjoying the recent snow days. What a sweetheart! (Postscript: Mystery solved! It appears that Ember/Bertie is 6% Lab, and a little over 50% German Shepherd. She may grow a little bit more, but should stay around 50 pounds.)

Sweet Emma Josephine was found on the side of the road with a chain embedded in her neck. With some time for her neck wound to heal, some patience, loving, and cuddles she has become a beautiful and healthy girl once again. She continues to blossom with her foster family. She has gone from a pancake pup to a dog who joins the rest of her pack for the peanut butter scrums. Emma Jo likes car rides but needs a little help getting into a vehicle. She is a bit discerning when it comes to meeting new people, but the people she meets are kind and inclusive and provide her with pets and treats so she is learning about love and becoming more interested in seeking contact from people. Given some time she will gradually morph into a cuddly pup. Emma Jo loves her foster sibs and gets along great with 6 other dogs ranging in age from about 3 to another stray girl who is estimated at 12-14 years.  She would benefit greatly by having another dog who can help her build her confidence and show her the ropes. 

Watch her check out the wild resident pack in the backyard: https://youtube.com/shorts/phDxXeBEEDA

Fiona is a very friendly girl who enjoys meeting people and likes to be the center of attention. She has plenty of playtime energy and plays very well with the resident dog. Fiona is a fun, happy girl who is very good at retrieving and likes to catch balls in the air. She also enjoys just finding a little branch and chewing on it. Fiona is a smart pup and will sit on command and come to you when called. She loves car rides and gets excited when you put on her harness. Fiona walks well with her harness but will benefit from a less busy area where there aren’t a lot of distractions, particularly cars and trucks. She eats well, taking her time to chew her food and enjoys fruits and vegetables and frozen Kongs filled with peanut butter. Fiona loves being at her foster home but can’t wait to find her very own forever family!

Watch Fiona play tug: https://youtube.com/shorts/LMTj1csMLLk  

Watch Fiona with her frisbee: https://youtube.com/shorts/HbdZouVmqCg