Saving Labradors - One Life at a time!

Welcome to 3rd Coast Labrador Retriever Rescue! We are a non-profit fully volunteer rescue dedicated to rehoming labradors and labrador mixed breeds in Michigan. Rescued dogs and puppies enjoy their stay in loving foster homes while getting properly vetted, assessed behaviorally, and socialized for successful adoptions.

We are here to help you too…

Owner Surrenders of Labrador Retrievers — To complete the owner surrender form, you will need good-quality photos and your veterinary records/dates. We do not have the expertise to accept dogs with a bite history. Please click HERE to complete the owner surrender form.

Shelter Transfers - we are on limited intake. Please thoroughly test any potential transfers for interactions with dogs and cats, aggression, and any potential veterinary care needed prior to complete the intake form below.

We are thankful for your help! Check out all the ways we need you!

Fundraising Campaigns

Our adoption fees do not cover our expenses; in fact, veterinary costs are almost solely covered by donations. We opt to raise money in a variety of ways. Click HERE to see the ways that you can help without spending a dime!

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Saving Labradors… One life at a time!

IMPROVE THE LIVES OF LABRADORS IN NEED WITH YOUR GIFT TODAY.

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3CLR Store, Sponsorships & Wishlists

All items for sale in our online store directly benefit the dogs and puppies in our care. Sponsorships allow you to purchase specific items and services. We have also developed wishlists for everyday things we need and love to have on hand.

Our DOGS…this is why we do what we do!

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Alumni Stories

Nothing is sweeter than hearing success stories! We are so fortunate with our INCREDIBLE placements and the best furever homes! Take a peek here to see a few!

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Dogs up for adoption & in our care

We have an outstanding problem! Our dogs are adopted so quickly that we just don’t have enough time to put them on our website! Check out our page on Petfinders to see any dogs we do not have adopters for.

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Wall of Honor

As our furry family members cross the rainbow bridge, we offer this space to honor those dogs that will never be forgotten.

More.

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Volunteers

We couldn’t do this without volunteers! If you are interested in fostering, transporting, fundraising, or volunteering in any capacity we would love to hear from you!

 
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Upcoming Events

We provide educational, recreational, and fundraising events. Please check back here often to see our upcoming events.

 
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Contact Us

Feel free to reach out to us and we will respond as soon as possible.

“After losing my husband, I was faced with the horrible realization that I could not take care of our two beautiful labs. Like angels sent from God, 3rd Coast reached out to me. After one conversation, I knew that my babies would be well cared for and loved… thank you for not only finding them a home but for lovingly helping me get through one of the most difficult times in my life.”

– Janice

 

“I can always count on 3rd Coast to help my shelter when I am in need of a transfer.”

– Many Animal Control Officers in Michigan

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