10+ years
Pumpkin
Pumpkin was born around January 15, 2009 and weighs about 60 pounds. She is here because the only humans she has ever known are moving and they could …
Joyful Rescues, Inc. • Cuba, NY
Senior Yellow Labrador Retriever dogs
Senior Yellow Labrador Retriever dogs for adoption
Meet 9 adoptable senior Yellow 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.
Senior Yellow Labrador Retrievers are often overlooked in favor of puppies, yet they're frequently house-trained, settled in temperament, and ready to bond immediately. Because they're fully grown, you already know roughly how big they are and what they're like — making an older Yellow Labrador Retriever one of the most predictable and rewarding dogs you can welcome home.
Last updated July 12, 2026 at 9:30 AM EDT. Listings refresh automatically, usually every 12 hours.
Available senior Yellow Labrador Retriever dogs
Urgent Need
Anton
Foster Needed - Urgent · Good with Cats · Housetrained · Ruff Tail Runner
Austin Pets Alive! • Austin, TX
Senior confirmed
Emma
Emma was born November 4, 2018 and weighs about 77 lbs. She is a very pretty girl with the absolute sweetest face and the best curls all over her back…
Joyful Rescues, Inc. • Cuba, NY
Senior confirmed
Lillie
Lillie was born February 24, 2017 and weighs about 80 lbs. She is a very pretty girl with the absolute sweetest face and the BEST curls down her back.…
Joyful Rescues, Inc. • Cuba, NY
Senior confirmed
Gus
This perfect sized boy is 7 years old. He is neutered and vaccinated. Gus needs a home where he will be the only pet as he was attacked by a dog in th…
Berkeley County Humane Society • Martinsburg, WV
10+ years
Herkie
Hello my nam e is Herkie! I am 13-14 year old yellow lab weighing around 60 pounds. I really like getting pets and attention from my humans and don't …
Last Hope Animal Rescue • Cedar Rapids, IA
10+ years
Arty
Arty is very young acting, happy, 10 yr. old Lab mix, weighing 73 lbs. Arty is timid at first but warms up quickly. He's housebroken, likes riding in …
Southwest Oasis Labrador Rescue • Tucson, AZ
10+ years
Max 8
Max 8 is a delightfully happy, 10 yr. old yellow lab mix who weighs 70 lbs. Max is friendly, loves attention, is very smart and so interested in every…
Southwest Oasis Labrador Rescue • Tucson, AZ
Senior confirmed
Billy The Kid
My name is Billy The Kid, but the folks at Straydog just call me BTK. I was dumped at the shelter in a crate in very bad condition. I had skin issues …
Straydog Inc • Gun Barrel City, TX
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Adopting a senior Yellow Labrador Retriever — 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 Yellow 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 Yellow Labrador Retriever dogs a good fit for first-time adopters?
Often, yes. An older Yellow 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 Yellow 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 Yellow 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 Yellow Labrador Retriever instead of adopting?
Many shelters and rescues offer a foster program, sometimes with a foster-to-adopt path. Fostering a senior Yellow 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.
Know a senior dog who needs a home?
Shelters and rescues can list adoptable senior dogs for free.