Labrador Retriever Dogs Available for Adoption in Arlington, Virginia

Meet Gypsy Gypsy is a pretty Lab mix who is looking for a stable forever home after spending her entire life with one family. She was surrendered to the rescue when her owner became ill and could no longer care for her. A family friend reached out to her foster mom, Janet, for help. Gypsy is fortunate to have been loved her whole life as a family dog and has lived in a home environment since she was a small puppy.

Now a budding senior, Gypsy is a moderate-energy dog who enjoys running and playing with younger dogs, but she’s equally happy settling down and relaxing afterward. She loves other dogs of all sizes, though she has always lived as an only dog, so she would likely do well either with canine companions or soaking up all the attention herself. She has also done well around cats.

Gypsy can be a little aloof when you first meet her and may shy away from sudden movements, but once she feels comfortable, she’s very affectionate and enjoys being around her people. She’s great with visitors and genuinely enjoys making new friends. She has done well with children ages 8 and older, but we've not seen her with younger kids.

She is potty trained, crate trained, and has very good house manners overall. On leash, Gypsy can pull and is a strong dog, so she would benefit from continued leash work and a capable handler.

Janet shared that Gypsy has been a wonderful houseguest who settled in quickly...

“She’s really easy and loves everyone. She talks to you when she wants something, which is funny. I’ve noticed that Gypsy likes to keep an eye on her surroundings and will happily “guard the perimeter” of the yard like a devoted protector.”

Gypsy is the kind of dog who bonds deeply with her family and will be a loving, loyal companion for someone willing to give her the stability and loving home she deserves.

Apply today!

BREED ESTIMATE: Lab Mix
GENDER: Female
APPROXIMATE WEIGHT: 65 lbs
APPROXIMATE AGE: ~ 7.5 years old
COAT TYPE: short coat
ADOPTION FEE: $425
VET INFO: utd on shots/spayed/microchipped
LOCATION: Oakton, VA

FOR MORE INFO OR TO ADOPT: Please go to https://adopt.worthydog.org and complete the application.

You can also help save dogs like this one by becoming a foster, providing a rescue dog with a temporary home and giving them the love and care they need until they are permanently adopted. Every person who fosters is directly responsible for saving the life of a dog, because we can only save as many dogs as we have foster families available to welcome them into their homes. If you think you might be interested in becoming a foster and want to learn more, please go to https://foster.worthydog.org and fill out an application.

Worthy Dog Rescue is an all-volunteer, foster-based rescue that primarily adopts to families in the DC Metro area.

The Labrador Retriever is a popular and versatile dog breed known for its friendly demeanor and high intelligence. These dogs are often used as guide dogs for the visually impaired, search and rescue dogs, and excellent family pets. Labradors are known for their great sense of smell, strong build, and love of water, making them exceptional hunters and swimmers. With their loyal and loving nature, Labradors have rightfully earned their reputation as one of the most beloved dog breeds in the world.

Worthy Dog Rescue is an all-volunteer 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to helping dogs in distress, especially those living on chains,...