Whenever possible, GGLRR will post Labs for individuals who must find a new home for their pet. Dogs on this page have not been met and evaluated by GGLRR and are not part of our program. We only provide this listing service as a courtesy for a month to Northern / Central California Labs and assume no responsibilities for the dogs posted on this page. Please contact labrescuesfbayarea@gmail.com if you have a dog you would like us to post on this page and provide the posting as you would like it to appear on the page. Please note since we are a Lab Rescue, we only list Labrador Retrievers or Lab-mixes that appear to be mostly Labrador.
We welcome donations from those who benefit from our maintenance of this web page.
For additional dogs in need of new homes, please search:
- Adopt a Pet (search for Labs in many shelters and rescue organizations)
- PetFinder (search for Labs in many shelters and rescue organizations)
- PetHarbor (search for Labs in all California shelters)
- Lab Links and Resources for more links to specific shelter and rescue websites.
Labs and Lab Mixes Available from Others
Griffey, 8 month old male chocolate lab
listed 01/01/26
Background: Griffey's family have sadly determined they need to rehome him as he is displaying behaviors which make him not suitable to be in a home with children. Particularly in the evening or when he is aroused, he does not like people near him and will warn them off. At other times he is a normal, energetic lab that loves to play with other dogs, go for walks, swim and run around the yard. He has gone through training and been evaluated by several behaviorists who believe his behavior can be controlled and modified if he is placed in the right program and is in a home that will provide him with a fairly strict schedule for exercise, eating, sleeping, etc.
Medical: Griffey is neutered, house trained, crate trained and up to date on vaccines.
Located In: San Ramon
Please contact Lindsey at lswvanson@gmail.com if you are interested in adopting Griffey.
Allie and Dexter, 4yo spayed female and neutered male
listed 12/21/25
About These Labs: Allie is a lovely, thoughtful, and curious (65 lbs.) black Labrador Retriever. She is the leader of the bonded pair, which includes her brother Dexter (75 lbs) and a Golden. This bonded pair must be placed together. Both have active 4 1/2-year-old dogs and love being indoors with the family for snuggles and pets. Both are food-motivated, making training easier. Allie is potty-trained, and Dexter is now, too. Both use crates. They would love an active family to walk or hike with their families daily. Both are obsessive ball dogs, so a yard for fetch would be great. We have a trainer working on Allie's power walking. Good with kids.
Located In: San Ramon
If you are interested in these two kids, please visit the
Norcal Golden Retriever Rescue website and complete an adoption application:
https://ngrr.org/ or call 415-860-8592
Rocky is 1-1/2 year old lab mix
listed 8/10/25
Background: Rocky was a foster dog. But the rescue center responsible for him ghosted us for 2 months, consequently my kids got attached to him making hard letting him go.
About Rocky: Rocky is a fun, playful, loveable SuperCuddler with a GREAT sense of humor and lot patience! He is approximately 1 1/2 years old and weighs about 55 lbs. He is just ADORABLE. He is full of puppy energy but also will calm down when it's time to be still. He is also eager to listen and be trained and is SUPER treat motivated (like most labs!). He plays well with other dogs and cats, zero aggression issues. He doesn’t bark too much. He loves kids of all ages. He is crate trained and never had an accident in the house.
Would do well in a loving home either with an active family and preferably a sibling for him!
Located In: San Jose
Please contact Lorena: 510 825-4149 Lorenaadas@yahoo.com
Peter, 18-month old chocolate Lab mix pup
added 3/12/25
Background: From Peter's foster mom: I rescued a Labrador mix puppy from Apple Valley in August 2024 and have been fostering him ever since.
He is a very special boy who is good with kids, cats, other pups, and adults. He is a gentle soul, and everyone who meets him loves him! He is crate trained, potty trained, walks well on a leash, and knows his basic commands. Learn more about this sweet boy at his Petfinder listing.
Located In: Mountain View
If you are interested in Peter, contact his foster mom, Maria at (650) 279-8094
We Need Your Help!
Even with all our volunteers, it costs a lot to save and place ~250 Labs a year. There are costs to bail-out these dogs from the shelters along with vet and temporary kennelling costs when no foster homes are available. Please consider a donation of cash, vehicle, or even your time through volunteering.
