Labrador Rescue Dogs & Puppies for Adoption in and around Cardiff
There is 1 Labrador looking for a new home in and around Cardiff right now, listed by Cardiff Dogs Home. Includes Labrador crosses, Labradoodles among them.
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Labradors near Cardiff right now
1 Labrador is listed in or around Cardiff today, all with one rescue. It is male. The newest was added on 13 October 2026.
- Cardiff Dogs Home in Cardiff: 1 Labrador
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About Labradors
| Breed group | Gundog |
|---|---|
| Size | Large |
| Height (breed standard) | Dogs 56 to 57 cm, bitches 55 to 56 cm (ideal, at the withers) |
| Exercise | More than 2 hours a day |
| Size of home | A large house with a large garden |
| Grooming | Once a week |
| Coat | Short (sheds) |
| Colours (breed standard) | Black, yellow, or liver/chocolate |
| Lifespan | Over 10 years |
What Labradors are like to live with
The Royal Kennel Club calls the Labrador the "most popular of all pedigree breeds", and says that popularity comes from its "versatility as family companion, service dog, guide dog as well as a working gundog". It says the breed's roots are in Newfoundland, where dogs helped fishermen retrieve nets and lines; dogs brought back to England had their retrieving skills recognised by the sporting gentry, and the first breed club was founded in 1916.
Sources (checked 30 September 2026)
- The Royal Kennel Club: Labrador Retriever (Height and colours from the breed standard, also in sources.)
Read the full Labrador guide: health, temperament, costs and UK law →
Breed descriptions are general. Every rescue animal is an individual, so the rescue's own assessment of the animal comes first.
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Labradors in Cardiff: your questions
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How many rescue Labradors are available for adoption in Cardiff?
As of 8 November 2026, 1 Labrador is listed for adoption in and around Cardiff on LocalPetFinder, from Cardiff Dogs Home. Each profile links to the rescue, and you apply to adopt with them directly.
Which rescues near Cardiff have Labradors right now, and how old are they?
As of 8 November 2026, Cardiff Dogs Home (in Cardiff): 1. The newest was added on 13 October 2026. Each profile links to the rescue, which handles the adoption.
Where can I adopt a Labrador in Cardiff?
With the rescue that has the dog. Today the Labradors on this page are with Cardiff Dogs Home (1). Open a profile and apply to that rescue: each one runs its own application, home check and adoption fee. We don't rehome animals ourselves.
How much exercise does a Labrador need?
More than two hours a day, according to The Royal Kennel Club. It lists the breed as suited to a large house with a large garden. Dogs Trust calls Labradors typically high-energy. Ask the rescue how much this dog needs, as age and health make a difference.
Do Labradors shed?
Yes. The Royal Kennel Club lists the Labrador as a breed that sheds, with a short coat that needs grooming about once a week, and Dogs Trust rates its shedding as heavy.
Are Labradors good with children?
It depends on the dog, not the breed. Today the rescues mark 1 of the 1 Labrador listed in and around Cardiff as able to live with children. Where a profile says nothing, ask the rescue what age of children the dog could live with.
How much does it cost to adopt a Labrador in Cardiff?
The Labradors listed in and around Cardiff today are with Cardiff Dogs Home in Cardiff (1); each profile shows that rescue's fee. Each rescue sets its own adoption fee. Dogs Trust charges £300 for a puppy or adult dog in England, Wales and Scotland, and Blue Cross fees start from £235 for dogs aged 8 or over and £335 for dogs aged 1 to 7. The fee usually covers neutering, microchipping and first vaccinations, and each rescue confirms its own fee.
Are there Labrador puppies for sale in Cardiff?
No. We don't list animals for sale. Every Labrador on this page is with a rescue or rehoming centre. The 1 Labrador listed in and around Cardiff today is with Cardiff Dogs Home in Cardiff (1), and each rescue shows its own fee on the profile. For comparison, Dogs Trust £300, and Blue Cross puppies under six months start from £525. If you searched "labrador puppies for sale Cardiff", the Labradors here are the rescue route: you apply to the rescue and pay its adoption fee, not a sale price. In Wales, Lucy's Law has meant since 10 September 2021 that puppies can only be bought where they were bred, or from a rescue or rehoming centre.
Can I get a free Labrador to a good home in Cardiff, or one under £500?
Usually not. UK rescues normally ask for an adoption fee, which pays towards neutering, microchipping and vaccinations. Of the 1 Labrador listed in and around Cardiff today, each shows its rescue's fee on the profile; all are with Cardiff Dogs Home in Cardiff (1). Many rescue fees are under £500: Dogs Trust charges £300, and Blue Cross from £235 for dogs aged 8 or over. An animal offered "free to a good home" is usually a private advert rather than a rescue. All dogs in the UK must be microchipped by 8 weeks old, and in England, Wales and Scotland a dog can't pass to a new keeper until it is chipped, so ask to see the microchip details.
Are there Labrador puppies for adoption in Cardiff?
Not right now: none of the 1 listed in and around Cardiff is under a year old by its listed age. Puppies do get listed, so check back or look at the adults, whose rescues can tell you much more about their character.
Are there older Labradors for adoption in Cardiff?
Not right now: none of the 1 listed in and around Cardiff is aged 7 or over by its listed age. Older Labradors do come into rescue, so check back. Some rescues charge less for older dogs: Blue Cross fees start from £235 for dogs aged 8 or over.
Is there a Labrador rescue near me in Cardiff?
As of 8 November 2026, the Labradors listed in and around Cardiff are with Cardiff Dogs Home in Cardiff (1). You can also see Labradors across Wales. To see what is closest to you, search by postcode with the pet finder on our home page. To hear when one is listed, set up an email alert on this page.
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