Visit our petfinders page, Lab Rescue of SW VA

A responsible breeder is there for the puppies they produce through out their lives. Unfortunately there are many irresponsible breeders, and as a consequence, many Labradors find themselves in shelters. Committed to the breed, we are heavily involved in rescue, helping give a second chance to Labradors in need. Visit the above link to our rescue, SW Va. Lab Rescue to view our current and past rescues. It is rewarding work and we feel lucky to have shared our lives with so many Labradors over the years, meeting wonderful people and making life long friends in the process.

Answering an ad in the Roanoke Times, against my husbands wishes, I found him chained to a shed with a bucket of ice for water. Weighing 72 pounds and desperate for a way out, I knew he was coming home with me. Mike, sick in bed, was in no position to argue. We’ll find him a home I promised. Now 104 pounds, Bogey has captured our hearts and become a permanent member of our family. Loved by all our dogs and fosters that come through, we are happy to share our home with such a magnificent beast.

Bogey, a one of a kind boy!

Maddy is my loyal companion and running partner. She has never met an enemy and is a joy to be around. She “tucks” me in every night with a wet nose before settling down on her pillow for the evening. Completely obedient, she has earned the privilege of being off lead on our regular runs. Maddy is a wonderful girl, loved by all that meet her. Sadly on 9/18/07 we lost our sweet Maddy to Hemangiosarcomas. Wonderful memories of our time together will always be with me. This was truly a one of a kind girl and is deeply missed here.

Madison Mud Pie

Our oldest rescue, Sam has been with us since July 4, 1993. Hiking on a rainy fourth, we stopped for ice cream in Floyd. Sam was chasing passing cars on 220. We brought him home and cleaned his tick covered body. Sam has seen many fosters come and go and is waiting for the day when again he will be our only dog.

Oct. 1992-Sept. 19, 2008 We miss you old buddy.

Sam, the beginning.

Weep for me though I am gone into the gentle night, Grieve if you will but not for long Upon my soul’s sweet flight. I am at peace, my soul’s at rest, There is no need for tears. For with your love I was so blessed For all those many years. There is no pain, I suffer not, The fear is all now gone. Put these things out of your thoughts, In memory, I live on. Remember not the fight for breath, Remember not the strife, Please do not dwell upon my death, but celebrate my life.

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Tia is an imp through and through. Always the life of the party, quite the entertainer. She loves to snuggle up on your lap and can be counted on for an ear nibbling. A gun dog she is not, loud noises send her running to be by your side. She loves to tuck her tail and can run circles around her fellow canines. Loyal, she can be found waiting outside the shower and loves to stick close. She, like her mom, is very obedient with a strong will to please. What a personailty! Tia has been adopted, Dec. 2005, by a wonderful family, the Garden’s. We miss Tia dearly but always smile when we hear of her new adventures and what a huge part of the Garden’s family she has become.

Tia, our shining star.

Tia and Sienna, 17 months old.