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These Labrador Retrievers are available in Santa Cruz, California.
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JAX

Labrador Retriever American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, 1 yr 8 mos
Santa Cruz, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Meet Jax, the lab mix! Jax came to the Shelter by no fault of his own, his previous guardian had to take over caregiving duties for an elderly family member and needed to find a new home for Jax. Jax’s favorite activities in his previous home are running, playing fetch, being pet and chewing on bones and toys. He has a history of being crated when left alone and sleeps in his crate. His favorite toys are frisbees and balls. In his previous home, he had a female pittie mix that was his friend that he enjoyed playing previously. Any resident dogs are recommended to meet at the Shelter prior to adoption as Jax may be selective in his canine friends. His prior guardian reports that Jax is a smart boy and knows “sit”, “stay”, “lay down”, “off”, and “leave it”. He enjoys riding in the car and is ready to join you on all of your adventures!The Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter Foundation is now offering “Pawsitivity Bucks” with every dog adoption. This $200 training voucher is a way for newly adopted canines and their guardians to connect with local positive reinforcement based behavior consultants and get their relationship started off on the right paw!Please note: Our Santa Cruz location’s Shelter hours are 11-6pm, 7 days a week! Although clients can walk through and see any animals in their kennels during open hours, we end “meet and greets” (aka meeting an animal out of the kennel) at 4:30pm every day. If you’d like to meet an animal out of the kennel, please arrive before 4:00pm to allow for time to discuss individual animals and meet them.

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HOWIE

Labrador Retriever Rhodesian Ridgeback

Male, 5 yrs 7 mos
Santa Cruz, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
MEET HOWIE! This happy, gentle Lab/Rhodesian Ridgeback/pit mix is a loverboy! Howie is 5 years young and has a heart full of love to give. He was rescued from a California shelter in very rough shape - he had major skin issues/hair loss and had clearly been neglected, but now he looks so much better! He's appreciative of love and attention and is a very affectionate boy. He's a big snuggler and will want to share your bed. He loves going for walks and other outings. He is good with some dogs but not others, so would probably thrive as the only dog in the home, or with a submissive female. He's been waiting a long time for his own home, and we're hoping 2025 is his year! Howie currently needs a foster or forever home. He weighs about 55-60 lbs. Please email for an application.

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We'll also keep you updated on HOLT's adoption status with email updates.
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HOLT

Labrador Retriever

Male, 2 yrs 8 mos
Santa Cruz, CA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
MEET HOLT! Holt is a 2-year-old Black Lab mix in need of a foster or forever home. He is a good, happy boy who is full of life, and still a puppy at heart. He is dog friendly, people friendly and affectionate! He is loyal, gentle and smart! While he loves companionship, he also can be independent and dignified. Holt needs an active person or people as he's quite athletic and will benefit from regular exercise, like walks, hikes or runs. He pulls a bit on a leash but is easily corrected. He is a sweet boy, and weighs about 60-65 lbs. Please email for an application.

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We'll also keep you updated on THELMA's adoption status with email updates.
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THELMA

Labrador Retriever

Female, 1 yr 10 mos
Santa Cruz, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
HI - I'M SWEET THELMA! A 1-1/2-year-old small lab mix (possibly mixed with a little pittie or Ridgeback but we're not sure) in need of a foster or forever home. I weigh only 48 lbs! I was rescued from a crowded California in the nick of time, where I was kenneled with other dogs. I'm great with dogs and a lovebug with people. I'm still a bit of a puppy and am learning the basic ropes, but I'm a smart girl and a fast learner! I would love a wonderful home where I can be loved and taken for walks, hikes and other outings. I'd do best in a home with a single person, a couple or a family with older kids (over 6). I'm currently in Southern California but can be transported to you soon in Northern Cal. Please email for an application.

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We'll also keep you updated on ROOTIE's adoption status with email updates.
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ROOTIE

Labrador Retriever

Male, 8 yrs 2 mos
Santa Cruz, CA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
HI - I'M ROOTIE, and my story is a sad one. I was originally rescued from a shelter many years ago, and just this summer, I was found at a homeless encampment in Southern California. So now I'm safe, but I'm still a bit shy/timid in my new surroundings. I really need a home with a soft bed and a person or people to love me. I may take just a little bit to come out of my shell, but I deserve a wonderful home for once in my life. I'm 8 years old now, but in good health. Can you please foster or adopt me? I'm currently in Southern California, but can be transported to you in Northern Cal at no extra charge.

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We'll also keep you updated on MACY's adoption status with email updates.
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MACY

Labrador Retriever Australian Shepherd

Female, 5 yrs 11 mos
Santa Cruz, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
HI - I'M MACY! I'm a sweet and happy 5- to 6-year-old chocolate-and-white Aussie-Lab, mix, possibly with a little pit mixed in. I have been waiting for two years for a home and currently need a foster or forever home. I was rescued from a high-kill shelter where I had kennel mates! I'm still very active, and so would love to be with a person or people who go for walks, hikes or other outings. I love the water and car rides and am a happy girl. And I love to snuggle! I weigh about 45-50 lbs. I would love a home with someone who works from home or is retired, since being with my person or people is wonderful! Can you open your home and heart to me? Please email for an application.

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Or, how about these Labrador Retrievers in cities near Santa Cruz, California

These Labrador Retrievers are available for adoption close to Santa Cruz, California.
We'll also keep you updated on JAX's adoption status with email updates.
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JAX

Labrador Retriever American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, 1 yr 8 mos
Santa Cruz, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Meet Jax, the lab mix! Jax came to the Shelter by no fault of his own, his previous guardian had to take over caregiving duties for an elderly family member and needed to find a new home for Jax. Jax’s favorite activities in his previous home are running, playing fetch, being pet and chewing on bones and toys. He has a history of being crated when left alone and sleeps in his crate. His favorite toys are frisbees and balls. In his previous home, he had a female pittie mix that was his friend that he enjoyed playing previously. Any resident dogs are recommended to meet at the Shelter prior to adoption as Jax may be selective in his canine friends. His prior guardian reports that Jax is a smart boy and knows “sit”, “stay”, “lay down”, “off”, and “leave it”. He enjoys riding in the car and is ready to join you on all of your adventures!The Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter Foundation is now offering “Pawsitivity Bucks” with every dog adoption. This $200 training voucher is a way for newly adopted canines and their guardians to connect with local positive reinforcement based behavior consultants and get their relationship started off on the right paw!Please note: Our Santa Cruz location’s Shelter hours are 11-6pm, 7 days a week! Although clients can walk through and see any animals in their kennels during open hours, we end “meet and greets” (aka meeting an animal out of the kennel) at 4:30pm every day. If you’d like to meet an animal out of the kennel, please arrive before 4:00pm to allow for time to discuss individual animals and meet them.

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We'll also keep you updated on HOWIE's adoption status with email updates.
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HOWIE

Labrador Retriever Rhodesian Ridgeback

Male, 5 yrs 7 mos
Santa Cruz, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
MEET HOWIE! This happy, gentle Lab/Rhodesian Ridgeback/pit mix is a loverboy! Howie is 5 years young and has a heart full of love to give. He was rescued from a California shelter in very rough shape - he had major skin issues/hair loss and had clearly been neglected, but now he looks so much better! He's appreciative of love and attention and is a very affectionate boy. He's a big snuggler and will want to share your bed. He loves going for walks and other outings. He is good with some dogs but not others, so would probably thrive as the only dog in the home, or with a submissive female. He's been waiting a long time for his own home, and we're hoping 2025 is his year! Howie currently needs a foster or forever home. He weighs about 55-60 lbs. Please email for an application.

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We'll also keep you updated on HOLT's adoption status with email updates.
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HOLT

Labrador Retriever

Male, 2 yrs 8 mos
Santa Cruz, CA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
MEET HOLT! Holt is a 2-year-old Black Lab mix in need of a foster or forever home. He is a good, happy boy who is full of life, and still a puppy at heart. He is dog friendly, people friendly and affectionate! He is loyal, gentle and smart! While he loves companionship, he also can be independent and dignified. Holt needs an active person or people as he's quite athletic and will benefit from regular exercise, like walks, hikes or runs. He pulls a bit on a leash but is easily corrected. He is a sweet boy, and weighs about 60-65 lbs. Please email for an application.

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We'll also keep you updated on THELMA's adoption status with email updates.
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THELMA

Labrador Retriever

Female, 1 yr 10 mos
Santa Cruz, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
HI - I'M SWEET THELMA! A 1-1/2-year-old small lab mix (possibly mixed with a little pittie or Ridgeback but we're not sure) in need of a foster or forever home. I weigh only 48 lbs! I was rescued from a crowded California in the nick of time, where I was kenneled with other dogs. I'm great with dogs and a lovebug with people. I'm still a bit of a puppy and am learning the basic ropes, but I'm a smart girl and a fast learner! I would love a wonderful home where I can be loved and taken for walks, hikes and other outings. I'd do best in a home with a single person, a couple or a family with older kids (over 6). I'm currently in Southern California but can be transported to you soon in Northern Cal. Please email for an application.

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We'll also keep you updated on ROOTIE's adoption status with email updates.
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ROOTIE

Labrador Retriever

Male, 8 yrs 2 mos
Santa Cruz, CA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
HI - I'M ROOTIE, and my story is a sad one. I was originally rescued from a shelter many years ago, and just this summer, I was found at a homeless encampment in Southern California. So now I'm safe, but I'm still a bit shy/timid in my new surroundings. I really need a home with a soft bed and a person or people to love me. I may take just a little bit to come out of my shell, but I deserve a wonderful home for once in my life. I'm 8 years old now, but in good health. Can you please foster or adopt me? I'm currently in Southern California, but can be transported to you in Northern Cal at no extra charge.

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We'll also keep you updated on MACY's adoption status with email updates.
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MACY

Labrador Retriever Australian Shepherd

Female, 5 yrs 11 mos
Santa Cruz, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
HI - I'M MACY! I'm a sweet and happy 5- to 6-year-old chocolate-and-white Aussie-Lab, mix, possibly with a little pit mixed in. I have been waiting for two years for a home and currently need a foster or forever home. I was rescued from a high-kill shelter where I had kennel mates! I'm still very active, and so would love to be with a person or people who go for walks, hikes or other outings. I love the water and car rides and am a happy girl. And I love to snuggle! I weigh about 45-50 lbs. I would love a home with someone who works from home or is retired, since being with my person or people is wonderful! Can you open your home and heart to me? Please email for an application.

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Below are our newest added Labrador Retrievers available for adoption in Santa Cruz, California. To see more adoptable Labrador Retrievers in Santa Cruz, California, use the search tool below to enter specific criteria!
We'll also keep you updated on STAR's adoption status with email updates.
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STAR

German Shorthaired Pointer Boxer

Female, 9 mos
Santa Cruz, CA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Meet Star – the German Short Haired Pointer Boxer mix! This adolescent girl came to the Shelter with her brother (who has since been adopted). She is energetic and would thrive in an active household that will provide daily mental and physical stimulation. If you are looking for a hiking/walking/running buddy – this may be your gal. Star may enjoy a canine companion in her next home. Any resident dogs should meet at the Shelter prior to adoption. The Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter Foundation is now offering “Pawsitivity Bucks” with every dog adoption. This $200 training voucher is a way for newly adopted canines and their guardians to connect with local positive reinforcement based behavior consultants and get their relationship started off on the right paw!Please note: Our Santa Cruz location’s Shelter hours are 11-6pm, 7 days a week! Although clients can walk through and see any animals in their kennels during open hours, we end “meet and greets” (aka meeting an animal out of the kennel) at 4:30pm every day. If you’d like to meet an animal out of the kennel, please arrive before 4:00pm to allow for time to discuss individual animals and meet them.

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Labrador Retriever shelters & rescues in Santa Cruz, California

There are animal shelters and rescues that focus specifically on finding great homes for Labrador Retriever puppies in Santa Cruz, California. Browse these Labrador Retriever rescues and shelters below.

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Rescue

2.5 miles

Freedom Ride Rescue Inc. - Santa Cruz (CA)

Santa Cruz, CA 95062

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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2.5 miles

Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter

1001 Rodriguez Avenue, Santa Cruz, 580 Airport Blvd, Watsonville, Santa Cruz, CA 95062

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs, farm animals, horses, rabbits, reptiles, small animals

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Rescue

18.1 miles

Australian Shepherds Furever - Redwood Estates, CA Chapter

Redwood Estates, CA 95033

Pet Types: dogs

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Rescue

20.4 miles

Angels Furry Friends Rescue

San Jose, CA 95124

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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24 miles

San Jose Animal Care Center

2750 Monterey Highway, San Jose, CA 95111

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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25 miles

Santa Clara County Animal Shelter

12370 Murphy Ave., San Martin, CA 95046

Pet Types: cats, dogs, farm animals, horses, rabbits

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25.7 miles

Peace of Mind Dog Rescue

PO Box 51554, Pacific Grove, CA 93950

Pet Types: dogs

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Rescue

27.3 miles

Copper's Dream

Sunnyvale, CA 94085

Pet Types: dogs

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Rescue

29 miles

BAMM Rescue - San Jose, CA Foster

San jose, CA 94088

Pet Types: dogs

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31.4 miles

Doggie Protective Services (DPS Rescue)

Palo Alto, CA 94306

Pet Types: cats, dogs, farm animals

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