Labrador Rescue Dogs & Puppies for Adoption in and around Rutland
There are 8 Labradors looking for a new home in and around Rutland right now, listed by Three Counties Dog Rescue, Animals In Need Northamptonshire, Animal Helpline and East Midlands Dog Rescue. Includes Labrador crosses, Labradoodles among them.
All 8 are with rescues within about 25 miles of Rutland, in places such as Wansford, Bourne and Enderby. Each card shows the town and how far it is from the centre of Rutland.
By listed age: 1 puppy, 5 adults and 1 older dog.
Each profile links to the rescue, who will talk you through their adoption process and fee.
1 Labrador puppy available in and around Rutland
Twelve months old or under, listed by rescues and rehoming centres. Each one links to the rescue to apply.
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Monty
9 years • Male • Labrador x Collie x Shepherd
Riley
1 year • Male • Labrador Retriever
Buddy
3 years • Male • Labrador Retriever
Finn
3 years • Male • Labrador Retriever
Labradors near Rutland right now
8 Labradors are listed in or around Rutland today, with 4 rescues. By age: 1 puppy, 5 adult dogs and 1 older dog, plus 1 with no age given. 6 are male and 2 female. The newest was added on 7 November 2026.
- Three Counties Dog Rescue at Bourne, about 16 miles away: 4 Labradors
- Animals In Need Northamptonshire at Wellingborough, about 24 miles away: 2 Labradors
- Animal Helpline at Wansford, about 13 miles away: 1 Labrador
- East Midlands Dog Rescue at Enderby, about 22 miles away: 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.
Labradors listed in and around Rutland today
As of 8 November 2026, 8 Labradors are listed with rescues in and around Rutland on LocalPetFinder: by their listed age, 1 puppy aged 12 months or under, 5 adults and 1 aged 7 or over. The rest have no age we can read, so check the profile.
3 of them are listed as a cross, as the rescue describes it: Labrador Cross, Labrador x Collie x Shepherd and Labrador x Husky. Breed labels on rescue listings are often a best guess from looks.
The rescues mark 3 with other dogs. Where a profile says nothing, it doesn't mean no: ask the rescue.
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.
Labradors in Rutland: your questions
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How many rescue Labradors are available for adoption in Rutland?
As of 8 November 2026, 8 Labradors are listed for adoption in and around Rutland on LocalPetFinder, from Three Counties Dog Rescue, Animals In Need Northamptonshire, Animal Helpline and East Midlands Dog Rescue. All are with rescues within about 25 miles of Rutland, each shown with its town and distance. Each profile links to the rescue, and you apply to adopt with them directly.
Which rescues near Rutland have Labradors right now, and how old are they?
As of 8 November 2026, Three Counties Dog Rescue (at Bourne, about 16 miles away): 4, Animals In Need Northamptonshire (at Wellingborough, about 24 miles away): 2, Animal Helpline (at Wansford, about 13 miles away): 1 and East Midlands Dog Rescue (at Enderby, about 22 miles away): 1. By age, that is 1 puppy, 5 adult dogs and 1 older dog, plus 1 with no age given. The newest was added on 7 November 2026. Each profile links to the rescue, which handles the adoption.
Where can I adopt a Labrador in Rutland?
With the rescue that has the dog. Today the Labradors on this page are with Three Counties Dog Rescue (4), Animals In Need Northamptonshire (2), Animal Helpline (1) and East Midlands Dog Rescue (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. Most of the 8 Labradors listed in and around Rutland today don't say either way, so ask the rescue. 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 Rutland?
The Labradors listed in and around Rutland today are with Three Counties Dog Rescue at Bourne, about 16 miles away (4), Animals In Need Northamptonshire at Wellingborough, about 24 miles away (2), Animal Helpline at Wansford, about 13 miles away (1) and 1 other rescue; 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 Rutland?
No. We don't list animals for sale. Every Labrador on this page is with a rescue or rehoming centre. The 8 Labradors listed in and around Rutland today are with Three Counties Dog Rescue at Bourne, about 16 miles away (4), Animals In Need Northamptonshire at Wellingborough, about 24 miles away (2), Animal Helpline at Wansford, about 13 miles away (1) and 1 other rescue, 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 Rutland", the Labradors here are the rescue route: you apply to the rescue and pay its adoption fee, not a sale price. In England, Lucy's Law has meant since 6 April 2020 that puppies under six months can't be sold by a third party such as a pet shop or dealer: you buy direct from the breeder or adopt from a rehoming centre.
Can I get a free Labrador to a good home in Rutland, or one under £500?
Usually not. UK rescues normally ask for an adoption fee, which pays towards neutering, microchipping and vaccinations. Of the 8 Labradors listed in and around Rutland today, each shows its rescue's fee on the profile; the nearest rescue is Animal Helpline at Wansford, about 13 miles away. 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 Rutland?
Yes: 1 puppy of the 8 listed in and around Rutland is 12 months or under by their listed age.
Are there older Labradors for adoption in Rutland?
Yes: 1 of the 8 listed in and around Rutland is aged 7 or over by their listed age. 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 Rutland?
As of 8 November 2026, the Labradors listed in and around Rutland are with Three Counties Dog Rescue at Bourne, about 16 miles away (4), Animals In Need Northamptonshire at Wellingborough, about 24 miles away (2), Animal Helpline at Wansford, about 13 miles away (1) and East Midlands Dog Rescue at Enderby, about 22 miles away (1). The nearest to Rutland is Animal Helpline at Wansford, about 13 miles away. You can also see Labradors across England. 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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