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Rocky

Labrador Retriever Australian Shepherd

Male, Adult
Leominster, MA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Rocky is really a great boy! Unfortunately he does not get along with my cat and it’s gotten worse as time has gone on. Rocky is amazing with children and is so gentle with them. He likes his toys and will have a ton of energy and then crashes! He does okay on a leash, but needs someone who is strong because he does get distracted by other animals. I can provide vet records. He is up to date on his rabies and DAPP but is due for Lyme, bordetella and leptospirosis (but has no contact with other dogs). Feel free to ask any questions.

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Carmelo (in foster ) 7mo

Labrador Retriever

Male, Young
Sterling, MA
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(when grown) -
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Spayed or Neutered,
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Supporters and Recurring Giving Donors will be put on our VIP Application List ​ Adoption Costs and other important information.   Currently in a foster home if interested in him please call nancy 508-801-9729 Adoption fees and what is included in your adoption fee: https://www.sterlingshelter.org/pet-finder/animal-rescue-fee/   ​ Current Hours and VIP Donor (Effective September 2026) Wednesday through Friday open hours 11am to 5pm. Saturday hours 10am to 4pm. We are closed on Sunday - Tuesday. VIP program - emails are sent out when we get a group transport - we do not send emails out for locally surrendered pets or pets that come in one at a time so please check the website daily and be sure to refresh your browser for current animals. Adoptions are first come first adopted. Preference on adopting a pet is given to our Shelter Supporters and VIP Donors   When animals arrive at the shelter, VIP donors will be emailed and given the first option to set up an appointment to view an animal of their choice. Click on the link above for full details. Due to limited staff, we may not be able to answer the phones. All information is available on this website, or can be answered by email to    staff@sterlingshelter.org    . Please be patient, we are doing the best we can to handle the volume. If you don't See a pet on our PETS for ADOPTION PAGE - it simply means that pet was adopted. Please make sure to refresh your browser any time you visit our website to see current pet in our shelter. We have several areas in/around the shelter to view and interact with the pet/s that you are potentially going to adopt. This includes outdoor, fully fenced yards. We do require you to bring any dogs in the home and all children for a meet and greet. Planning YOUR Visit to Adopt: please plan to accordingly - ADOPTIONS end 30 minutes PRIOR TO CLOSING. please make sure you have any/all necessary paperwork required for adoption    and help us stick to our schedule/s You should plan  * For cats/kittens plan for 30 to 45 minutes. * For dogs/puppies plan for 45 to 60 minutes.     If you have another dog/s at home - make sure to bring him/her - we have plenty of space/areas to do a meet and greet with a new dog and your dog/s. If you are a VIP scheduling an appointment time and can't make it please let us know ASAP so that pet has a chance to be adopted. We ONLY hold pets 24 hours for the VIP program. Adoption Costs and other important information. Supporters and Recurring Giving Donors will be put on our VIP Application List ​ November 7, 2026, 2:52 pm

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ZigZag

Labrador Retriever

Male, Puppy
Shirley, MA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet ZigZag, or Ziggy as we call him, was born with a tail deformity so he doesn't wag like other dogs. He can't lift his tail up high but it doesn't bother him one bit. He is a beautiful lab with a strong connection to his humans. He was being trained to be a service dog but that isn't his true calling. He would prefer to be a beloved family member. He is active and a couch potato and does both with the highest of intrigrity. He is 8 months old and a large boy. He is not neutered as I like to wait until after 15 months. All of his shots are UTD. If you are looking for a happy, out of the baby puppy stage -yet young enough to still work with, you have found him! I'm happy to arrange a meet and greet and have you adopt this fantastic dog.

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Buck

Labrador Retriever Australian Cattle Dog

Male, Young
Rockingham transport, NH
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.Thank you for checking out our wonderful orphans. If you would like to find out more please email or call Diane at...diane@ulpr.org or 870-577-3744.   Please email us at  diane@ulpr.org  and request an application.Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.March 15, 2026, 12:14 am

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Rufus

Labrador Retriever Mixed Breed (Large)

Male, 11 yrs 2 mos
Worcester, MA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Rufus, the Gentle Giant ❤️🐾 Rufus is a sweet, affectionate gentleman with a lot of love to give—and a few more playful tricks up his sleeve than you might expect from an older guy! He LOVES his Kong tennis balls and is a fetch master. He also enjoys strolling through the woods, sniffing around, and doing a little digging when the mood strikes. Rufus gets along with dogs, but he would probably be happiest in a quieter home without a young, boisterous, or overly energetic dog or kids constantly wanting to play. A calm canine companion—or being the only dog—would allow him to relax and enjoy the easygoing life he deserves. He also enjoys cats and has shown that he can be wonderfully respectful of small animals; his foster family's free-roaming house bunnies barely registered on his radar! Despite his size and strength, Rufus is a true gentleman on leash. He does have a natural pull, but he listens well and is surprisingly easy to handle—even his foster's 7-year-old son was able to walk him without any trouble. Rufus can be a little possessive of his water bowl and may growl if another dog approaches while he’s drinking. His new family should be prepared to manage food and water separately and give him his own space around meals and water. Because of this, a home with kids over 13 would be best. Don't let his age fool you—Rufus still has plenty of personality, enjoys his adventures, and absolutely loves being around his people. He's the kind of guy who can enjoy a good game of fetch, take a leisurely woodland stroll, and then settle in for some well-earned cozy time. Rufus would thrive with someone who appreciates a calmer pace but still wants a companion for walks, sniffing adventures, and the occasional rousing game of fetch. Give this handsome gentleman a little space around his resources and a lot of love, and he'll happily return the favor. ❤️ If you are interested in finding out more about Rufus, please fill out an adoption application by copying and pasting the following link into your browser: https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/BRO/Dog Rufus is being fostered in Millbury, MA. The adoption fee is $225. Like Broken Tail Rescue on Facebook!. Follow Broken Tail Rescue on Instagram! Visual breed identification in dogs is unreliable, so for most of the dogs, we are only guessing at the predominant breed or breed mix. We get to know each dog as an individual and will do our best to describe each of our dogs based on personality, not by breed label. We expect that all adopted dogs will enroll in a formal dog training class with their new owners. Obedience and training classes are an excellent way to learn more about your newly adopted dog, gain handling and training experience, and improve your relationship with your pet.

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Apollo

Labrador Retriever Australian Cattle Dog

Male, Adult
Worcester, MA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Hello, my name is Apollo! I’m around 7 years old and I still have a lot of love and energy to give. I prefer to be around many people and children but not cats and I am scared of other dogs sometimes. I would need some extra attention in that area to help me feel safe. Unfortunately, my owner passed away and ideally I would get along with someone active to run and play with me but I am also content when left at home during the day. I know all my basic commands and even more if I’m properly motivated by treats!

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Labrador Retriever shelters & rescues in Gardner, Massachusetts

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

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14.4 miles

Animal Shelter Inc of Sterling

17 Laurelwood Rd, Sterling, MA 01564

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, reptiles, small animals

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19.8 miles

Pitter Pat Junction, NH transport

Rockingham transport, NH 03033

Pet Types: dogs

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20.7 miles

Broken Tail Rescue, Inc.

Broken Tail Rescue, P.O. Box 60296, Worcester, MA 01606

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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Rescue

24.5 miles

Operation Delta Dog

Hollis, NH 03049

Pet Types: dogs

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Rescue

24.8 miles

Sato Heart Rescue

204 Elm St, Milford, NH 03055

Pet Types: dogs

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Shelter

24.9 miles

Second Chance Animal Services

111 Young Rd, E. Brookfield, MA 01515

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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Rescue

27.8 miles

Joyful Pets Rescue

Private Foster Homes, Amherst, MA 01002

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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Rescue

29.6 miles

AL-ONE DOG RESCUE - NH transport

Nashua, NH 03060

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Shelter

30 miles

Humane Society for Greater Nashua

24 Ferry Rd, Nashua, NH 03064

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

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31.3 miles

Save A Dog

604 Boston Post Road, Sudbury, MA 01776

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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