Golden Gate Labrador Retriever Rescue, 268 Bush Street Suite 4322, San Francisco, CA (2025)

12/09/2025

Foster or Adopter Needed for Waylon.

8-year-old Yellow Lab Mix (possibly Golden Retriever), 109 lbs, Neutered

Waylon is a gentle, oversized teddy bear who didn’t do anything wrong except belong to a family that moved on without him. He was surrendered to the shelter with his sister, and while another rescue was able to take her, they couldn’t take him too. They were reported to be a bonded pair, so yes, his heart’s taken a few hits lately.

We’re grateful he’s now in the GGLRR family and finally on the path to the forever home he deserves.

Our foster lovingly shared about Waylon:
Waylon is a 109 pound sweet, gentle giant and truly one of the easiest Labs we’ve fostered. He adores cookies and takes them very softly, never grabby. He lives for belly rubs and that soft, happy tail wag when you talk to him in a kind voice.

On walks, he’s a dream. He stops when you stop and doesn’t pull. If a squirrel or cat is nearby, he’s a bit inconsistent about whether he cares or not, which keeps us laughing because we can’t quite figure out his logic.

He walks twice a day with our three other dogs and fits in beautifully. There are no issues with the pack. He’s completely housebroken, does not p*e inside, and he’ll let us know when he needs to go out.

Waylon does have a skin rash, but we’re treating it with medicated shampoo and mousse, and he’s very good about it. Overall, he’s been an amazing, easy addition to our home and we think he’d do wonderfully in a home that has other friendly dogs.

What our rescue rep shared about Waylon:
When Waylon was first evaluated at the shelter, he was understandably nervous. He allowed all over handling but wasn’t very interested in food or treats. Once his canine sibling came out, he relaxed and his true self started to p*ek through.

Waylon is housetrained and will likely feel most comfortable in a home with another nice dog or dogs. We’d love to see him in a home where he gets plenty of attention and regular exercise, is not left alone for long stretches, and is welcomed as a true member of the family.

Medical:
Current on vaccinations, heartworm tested negative, and neutered.
Skin rash is being treated with medicated shampoo and mousse.

Location:
Waylon is currently in Vallejo.

If you’re interested in giving Waylon the soft landing he deserves, please contact Rescue Rep Kris at [email protected]

In your email, please share a bit about yourself, your home, other pets, and why you think you’d be a good fit for this gentle soul.

12/09/2025

Heartfelt appeal- Urgent Foster Needed for Una

8-Month-Old Black Lab Mix, 56 lbs, Spayed Female

Una’s a bright, bouncy sweetheart who’s had a rough start through no fault of her own. She was found as a stray in Oakland, adopted from the shelter, and then returned simply because she has the energy of a young Lab who hasn’t had much guidance yet. When we met her, we saw what the shelter couldn’t keep up with — a fantastic, affectionate pup who’s just eager to learn and be loved.

Hanging out with Una
https://youtu.be/myX8fuXcm2k

Squeaky toy gets Una's attention
https://youtu.be/mPbIADz8DEo

Una loves the bouncing ball
https://youtu.be/unwus5rWu4k

Playing with Una
https://youtu.be/sLHcpKG36Nw

Una romping with dogs
https://youtu.be/2GW-eg6lgBY

Our evaluator lovingly shared about Una:
This young girl is the full package — sweet, affectionate, and already knows several commands. She’s smart, she’s eager, and she was clearly someone’s beloved pet at some point. She does need some help with leash manners and can be a bit jumpy, so a home without very young children would be best.

What the shelter shared about her dog skills:
Una walked into three different playgroups on day one — high energy, medium energy, and gentle — and she shined in every single one. She matched the energy, played respectfully, and showed fantastic social skills. This girl really loves canine friends.

What her Rescue Rep says:
Una is ready for a foster home that can keep up with her youthful zest. A home with another playful dog or older kids would be wonderful. We’re not sure how she is with cats. She’ll need someone who can gently but firmly help her learn good leash manners, but her desire to bond and please makes her a great student.

Medical:
Healthy, vaccinated, microchipped, and spayed.

Location:
Oakland

If you can foster — or think you might want to adopt this bright little spark — please reach out to Rescue Rep Dave at [email protected]

This girl deserves a soft bed, a patient heart, and a chance to grow into the amazing dog we already see in her.

12/07/2025

Sometimes it takes just one moment of kindness to change a dog’s entire world.
You can still help us reach our goal and save many more dogs.
Asking for some warmth and love for our pups this holiday season!

https://givingtuesday.mightycause.com/organization/Golden-Gate-Labrador-Retriever-Rescue?fbclid=IwY2xjawOizjtleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFNUVFYTVdneXVPM0x5TEhNc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHvqaoS140NH5c_6IDN63pQvvpp9SbWgJ40fD6rkNiEro52R8NpM5qciig9XC_aem_ulvtdFOUkg8JcnmkC1P1Nw

12/06/2025

Lovely Leo needs you!

10-year-old yellow Lab
75 lbs, neutered

Leo’s story starts the way too many of them do… a gentle old Lab found wandering the streets of Sacramento County, alone but hopeful. The shelter scanned his chip and found his name was “Yellow,” but every number tied to that chip went nowhere. Days passed. Then weeks. And still, no one came for him.

So he waited. Quietly. Sweetly. Tail thumping whenever someone walked by. When we finally pulled him from Bradshaw Animal Shelter, he stepped out with the kind of calm, trusting spirit that just melts you.

Our evaluator lovingly shared about Leo:
Leo is one of those dogs who walks right into your heart. He tried to climb into a lap within minutes of meeting us, tail swishing happily like he’d waited all day for that moment. He’s gentle in every way, allows handling all over, and has zero food guarding. His eyesight isn’t great, so he bumps into things here and there and has trouble finding his squeaky toy, but he never loses his sweetness. He did beautifully with another dog and, bless him, is still figuring out what a leash walk even is.

Leo’s foster shared this with a warm smile:
Leo may be a senior, but he still has a lively little spark. He loves exploring the house and yard, hanging out with the family, and being close enough to keep tabs on his people. He fits right in with the other dog at home and enjoys gentle playtime. He knows sit, shake, and lie down, and he comes when called. He’s potty trained, crate trained, and learning the doggie door like a champ.
His vision loss doesn’t define him. Once he learns the layout, he moves around with confidence and such quiet joy. He walks nicely on leash and is truly ready to settle into a home that feels like his own again.

What his rescue rep says:
Leo would do well with a friendly dog companion and might be okay with cats. He’d love a safe backyard where he can stretch out in the grass and feel the sun on his face. And he’s happiest when his people are nearby. Someone who’s home often, someone who enjoys slow walks and a peaceful buddy at their feet… that’s Leo’s dream.

Medical
Up to date on vaccinations, microchipped, neutered, and heartworm negative.
A veterinary ophthalmologist confirmed degenerative vision from progressive retinal atrophy. Leo sees light and some motion but is otherwise blind, especially at night. He handles it with total grace.

Location
Leo is currently in Pleasanton.

Enjoy sweet Leo's videos..

Getting some love from Yellow
https://youtu.be/Hsc35nOAJZA

Yellow and the squeaky toy
https://youtu.be/Kry_xooyQ5U

On-leash work with Yellow
https://youtu.be/ZuDKlQ_-c_s

Yellow and Amalthea
https://youtu.be/MNhlCwl97ds

If you think Leo might be the one waiting for you, please reach out to Rescue Rep Dave at [email protected]

12/06/2025

Sweet Summer
1-year-old, 50 lb, spayed female black Lab mix

Sometimes a dog waits so long that hope starts to fade… and then someone finally shows up for her. That’s Summer’s story.

She spent nine long weeks in a Central Valley shelter after being found as a stray. Nine weeks of watching other dogs leave while she stayed behind. Her name back then was “Welsummer,” but nothing felt well about the summer she was having. When her time ran out and she was scheduled to be euthanized, we stepped in and pulled her out just in time. She walked out of that building with her whole life suddenly ahead of her.

Our foster lovingly shared about Summer:

Summer is a tenderhearted, affectionate girl who wants nothing more than to love and be loved. She’s playful, energetic, and lives for fetch, mealtime, and any chance to make her people proud. She’s crate-trained, food-motivated, and knows several commands. She’s also working hard on her leash manners. Summer will shine with someone who has the time to bond with her and guide her. She should be in a cat-free home, and slow introductions are important with small dogs or children. Give her a securely fenced yard, two good walks a day, and she’ll happily curl up inside as a calm, loving companion. She’s ready to exhale and finally belong to someone.

What her rescue rep says:

Her utterly cute shenanigans.

A nice Summer belly rub
https://youtube.com/shorts/uxrKWdEPBgA

Summer playing in the backyard
https://youtu.be/lIUe5t-HJPM

Summer enjoying treats with her people
https://youtu.be/K1XS4hqWR3M

Leash walk with Summer
https://youtu.be/tA20nRayFH4

Summer and an older dog
https://youtube.com/shorts/q-I4aS1mQX8

Summer would do beautifully in a home with a secure backyard where she can run, relax, and rediscover how fun life can be. She adores plush toys, gentle hands, and being close to her people. She’ll need slow, thoughtful introductions to other dogs because she gets excited when she sees them, but with patience, she’ll continue growing into the wonderful girl she already wants to be.

Medical
Summer is healthy, spayed, microchipped, and vaccinated. She is missing her tail, and we’re not sure why, but it doesn’t slow her down or dampen her spirit one bit.

Location
Summer is currently in Vallejo.

If you feel like Summer might be your girl, please contact Rescue Rep Dave at [email protected]

12/05/2025

UPDATE: Foster Found. Stay tuned for updates.

Clifford’s story starts like too many rescue stories do… a young black Lab mix wandering the streets of San Francisco, alone and unsure. At just one year old and 71 pounds, he had no training, no routine, no one to show him how the world works. But when SF Animal Care and Control brought him in, they quickly discovered a dog with a bright spirit and a goofy, gentle heart.

Right now the shelter has no open kennels at all. Not a single one. Dogs are at risk of being euthanized simply because there is no space, and Clifford is one of them. It breaks my heart to even type that. This sweet boy could lose his life before he truly gets a chance to live it.

When our evaluator met him, Clifford started off unsure. A standing person felt scary to him, but the moment someone sat down and softened their posture, Clifford lit up. He hopped onto the bench, wiggled his whole body, and covered them with affection. All he needed was reassurance that he was safe. Then his true personality came shining through.

He is gentle even with his size, allows handling easily, loves treats, and has a soft mouth. He enjoys other dogs, splashes with joy in the water tub, and trots around like he is discovering happiness for the first time. Clifford honestly feels like a blank canvas. No bad habits to undo. He simply never had anyone teach him. Now he is ready for someone to guide him.

He needs a foster who can offer structure, daily exercise, and ideally a yard where he can romp. Older kids are fine, but he may be too jumpy for little ones right now. Another friendly dog could be a great match. Cats are unknown.

Clifford is healthy, vaccinated, microchipped, and freshly neutered. What he doesn’t have is time. He is sitting in a crowded San Francisco shelter hoping someone sees the spark in him before space runs out.

If your heart is tugging even a little, please listen. Clifford doesn’t need perfect. He just needs a chance.

If you can foster or might want to adopt Clifford, please contact Rescue Rep Dave at [email protected]

Let’s not let this story end too soon. 💛🐾

12/05/2025

Did we say it takes a village to rescue??
We can't do it alone... one rescue and so many helping hands.
We are always looking for more help, more volunteers, more fosters. If this speaks to your heart.... we want your help.

🥳Happy Tails and Misty eyes for Mia!!

Mia was adopted by Melissa Lancaster of Napa on 15 Nov 2025.
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Mia came to us via Solano County Animal Services where she landed after being hit by a car, sustaining a broken leg requiring surgery.

Amanda/Kim, thanks for allowing GGLRR to pull Mia.

Kara, thanks for transporting Mia from Solano County Animal Services to Oak Vet for her surgery.

Dr Wignall and your team at Oak Vet. thanks for caring for Mia.

Cathy (CCLRR), thanks for steering us to Janice to foster Mia.

Janice and Jerry, thanks for fostering Mia and for driving her to and from Oak Vet.

12/04/2025

Happy Tails For Maisie.

Maisie was adopted November 21 by Michele in Oakland.

HUGE Thank you to fosters Susan, Jim and Maya for quickly stepping up to rescue Maisie before her time was up at the shelter. Also many thanks to Nancy who let us know about Maisie and helped with her escape plan.

It takes a village to rescue!!

12/04/2025

Molly’s story has been a long, winding journey full of heartbreak, healing, and so much love. She was born into the Lab Rescue family with Liz back in 2017 — one of Snow’s sweet puppies raised in the rescue’s care. She was adopted soon after and spent six and a half beautiful years with her person in Santa Rosa… until he passed in early 2024. His extended family couldn’t keep her, and that’s when Molly’s world shifted.

Our Rescue Rep Dave first met Molly in Novato. She was trembling, unsure, grieving in her own quiet way. We gently moved her from her late owner’s car into my Ford Explorer, and he drove her straight to his Ranch — a place that would slowly give her heart a soft landing.

Days turned into weeks, weeks into months… and with patient, loving care, Molly blossomed again. The scared little soul transformed into the affectionate, playful, wonderful girl she truly is.

Our resident pups Diesel and Blackjack — did the most heavy lifting and helped Molly shine. They opened their hearts and home for her for 595 days. They didn’t just foster her… they brought her back to life. 💛🐾

12/03/2025

💕 Roy’s Happy Ever After 💕
Friends, this one is pure love.

Look at Roy now… wrapped in a blanket, wrapped in his boy’s arms, wrapped in a home that absolutely treasures him. Every photo from his family feels like a little love letter. The snuggles on the floor, the goofy lion mane moment, the happy yard time with his favorite ball. This is the life we dreamed someone would give him.

His adopters sent the sweetest update and it made my entire day. Roy is doing so well. He is gentle, calm, thoughtful and completely devoted to his people. His family says it is adorable how much he loves them, and they can’t help but love him right back. Every single morning he pops out of his crate like it is the best day of his life, tail wagging, spirit shining.

He is still getting comfortable with things like walks and car rides, and his family supports him with so much patience. They use tools that help him feel secure, offer frozen Kongs for comfort, and make sure he never feels alone or overwhelmed. When they step out for longer stretches, he gets to hang out with grandpa or enjoy time at daycare where he is safe and cared for.

Roy is around nine now and starting to slow down a tiny bit. Even though he would fetch until the moon comes up, his family pays attention to what his body needs and adjusts so he can enjoy the things he loves without overdoing it. It is such a beautiful example of what it means to truly know and cherish a dog.

And then they said something that absolutely melted us.

“Thank you for making this possible for us. It is a dream come true.”

Roy… you wonderful boy.
You are the dream.
Seeing you so loved reminds all of us why rescue work matters and why these stories keep our hearts going.

Take a look at these photos and let your heart turn into a puddle just like ours. 💛🐾

12/03/2025

🐾 Thank You for an Incredible Giving Tuesday! 🐾

As Giving Tuesday comes to a close, we want to extend our deepest gratitude to everyone who donated, shared our posts, cheered us on, and stood with Golden Gate Lab Rescue today.

Because of you — and thanks to our generous matching donors — your impact was doubled, helping us provide lifesaving medical care, safe shelter, and second chances to Labs and Lab mixes who need us most.

Today, you showed what this community is truly capable of.
You helped our medical dogs… you helped our seniors… you helped our dogs that may need training… and you helped the puppies who will be joining us in 2026.
You made today extraordinary.

What we have raised so far: $75,000

From all of us at Golden Gate Lab Rescue:
Thank you for believing in rescue.

Thank you for showing up for the dogs.

And thank you for helping us save more Labs in 2026.

The Labs and I will be dreaming tonight of the donations to still come in so we can reach our goal and continue our Mission! 🐶😇❤️🤍

With gratitude,
Golden Gate Lab Rescue & The Labs

Donation Link: https://givingtuesday.mightycause.com/organization/Golden-Gate-Labrador-Retriever-Rescue

12/03/2025

🐶Lab Rescue Had a Puppy Palooza in 2025! 🐾

Thanks to incredible supporters like you, we were able to rescue and care for so many puppies this year — our very own Puppy Palooza!

And because of your generosity today, we’ll be able to help even more puppies in 2026. Reminder your donations will be doubled today! 🐶🐶

Your Giving Tuesday donations go directly toward vaccines, medical care, food, transportation, and the loving start every puppy deserves.

Thank you for giving, thank you for caring, and thank you for helping us help more puppies next year!

From all of us at Golden Gate Lab Rescue, thank you for believing in rescue and standing with the dogs who need us most. 🥰

Donation link: https://givingtuesday.mightycause.com/organization/Golden-Gate-Labrador-Retriever-Rescue
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