Senior confirmed
Macy
D2026-122 Meet Macy! Macy is an 8-year-old Black Lab with a heart as big as her 75-pound frame. This sweet senior girl is the definition of a gentle c…
Randolph County Humane Society • Steeleville, IL
Senior Labrador Retriever dogs in Illinois
Senior Labrador Retriever dogs for adoption in Illinois
Meet 7 adoptable senior Labrador Retriever dogs (age 7+) in Illinois. Each one is from a shelter or rescue and ready for a calm, loving home.
Older Labrador Retrievers in Illinois 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 Illinois means welcoming a calm, grateful companion who can settle in from day one.
Last updated July 12, 2026 at 9:30 AM EDT. Listings refresh automatically, usually every 12 hours.
10+ years
RUDY
My name is Rudy. I am described as a neutered male, black Labrador Retriever.
Chicago Animal Care and Control • Chicago, IL
Senior confirmed
Thomas Jeffrey
Thomas Jeffrey, also known as TJ, is one of our older, longer residents. But don't let his age fool you, he has plenty of energy to go after a ball. T…
Perry County Humane Society of Illinois • DuQuoin, IL
Senior confirmed
Brewer
Brewer is a 9 year old male Lab/Boxer mix who weighs in at approximately 80 pounds. This dog's adoption fee is $250. Check out the 2 pictures of him w…
Animal Rescue Foundation (ARF-IL) • Wheaton, IL
10+ years
Senior confirmed
10+ years
Hazel Grace
Hazel Grace - Female, Lab Mix - DOB 7/2/2014. Hazel Grace was adopted as a young puppy but sadly, if problems are not corrected appropriately in the b…
Hope Animal Rescues • Godfrey, IL
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Adopting a senior Labrador Retriever in Illinois — 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 Illinois?
Open any dog's profile to see the shelter or rescue caring for them in Illinois, 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 Illinois?
Availability changes often as dogs are adopted and new ones are listed. If you don't see a senior Labrador Retriever in Illinois right now, check back soon or browse nearby states — new dogs are added regularly.
Can I adopt a senior Labrador Retriever from Illinois if I live elsewhere?
Often, yes. Many rescues and shelters in Illinois 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.
Know a senior Labrador Retriever in Illinois who needs a home?
Shelters and rescues can list adoptable senior dogs for free.