Before you adopt a Rescued Lab…
All our Rescued Labs are spayed or neutered microchipped, brought up to date on their shots, heartworm tested if old enough, and any medical needs are addressed. We are a foster-based rescue and do not have a physical facility.
Before you apply for a Lab, please read A Note About Our Rescued Labs.
Adoption Fees
- Puppy to 1 year – $450
- Adult 1-6 years – $400
- Senior 7-10 years – $350
- Senior 11+ years – $175
Application and Adoption Process
- Please do not contact us. Our volunteer staff is limited. We will contact you if a Lab becomes available who, based on the information in your application and after review by our Adoption Coordinators, may be a suitable match.
- You will receive an email confirmation that your application was received, and
- We will keep you application on file for three months
- Please note that many of the Labs who come in are already matched with pre-approved applicants.
- Submission of your application does not guarantee placement of a dog.
Some Things You Need to Know
Placements
Placements are made according to what will be best for the Lab. They are not a first-come first-served basis, but rather based on which family is the best match for the Lab.
Other Requirements
- Children living at home must be at least seven years old.
- Applicants must be at least 21 years old.
- All current dogs in your home over the age of one year must be spayed or neutered.
- If you rent/lease your home, we require written permission from your landlord to keep a Lab before we can consider your application. You may email it to application@safeharborlabrescue.org.
Is the Dog a Purebred Lab
Dogs come to us from shelters, trusted rescue partners, and owners surrendering their dog. We rely on photos and detailed information provided by the source. Since many are strays, this information is limited. We do not do DNA testing. Few dogs have “papers” and we cannot guarantee a dog is a purebred Lab.