A Lab for Life

09/04/2026

All of VADER’s siblings made their way to their furever homes recently, but this sweet little guy is still waiting for someone to choose him. 😢

VADER is a 3 month old doodle pup is ready to fill your heart and home with joy and love! He is a fun loving, happy, playful pup who will be a great addition to any home!

Apply to adopt Vader at alabforlife.org today!

Available for adoption in New England, NY, NJ, and Pa.

09/04/2026

Who needs a perfect pair?!

Meet Tucker & Ranger — Two True Gems 💛🖤

Some dogs are special. And then there are Tucker and Ranger — two incredibly kind, loving boys who have spent their entire lives side by side.

At just 3 years old, Tucker and Ranger have already experienced a heartbreaking change. Through no fault of their own, they had to be rehomed when their first family could no longer care for them. The one constant they’ve had through it all is each other. They’ve grown up together, and their bond is truly precious. Now they’re looking for a forever family who will give them the love and stability they deserve.

Tucker is the fluffy yellow sweetheart, with a gorgeous long, flowing tail and the gentle personality of an old soul. He has a calm, thoughtful presence that makes you feel like he’s been your best friend forever.

Ranger is his handsome counterpart, with sleek, shiny black fur and an easygoing personality. He’s pretty chill for his age and is always happy to be along for whatever adventure comes next.

Together, these boys are an absolute dream. They are:

🏡 House trained
🦮 Leash trained
🐾 Great with other dogs
❤️ Wonderful with people
🤗 Affectionate and loving companions
🚗 Always ready for a car ride
🥾 Happy to go on an adventure
✨ Kind, gentle, and genuinely wonderful dogs

They love being with their people and would make fantastic companions for a family looking for dogs who are ready to share both the quiet moments and the adventures.

We would prefer for Tucker and Ranger to be adopted together, because they have shared their whole lives. That said, a loving home where they have another friendly dog companion may also be considered.

These boys have so much love to give. They are beautiful inside and out, wonderfully mannered, and truly two of the kindest souls you could ever hope to meet.

Could you be the forever family they’ve been waiting for?

The boys are available for adoption in New England, NY, NJ, and PA.

Apply to adopt this perfect pair at alabforlife.org today!

09/03/2026

🎉CHARLY is in New England and is available for meet and greets with approved applicants!🎉

Charly is an adorable 65-pound Labrador mix who has come a long way. He was found as a stray in Oklahoma with his brother, and now that he’s safe and loved, he’s showing everyone what a wonderful dog he truly is.

💕 CHARLY is:

Completely house trained
Crate trained and happy to settle in with a favorite bone or toy
Great with dogs and absolutely LOVES to play
Friendly with people of all ages
Great with kids
A wonderful leash walker
A great car rider
A terrific listener who loves being with his people

CHARLY has that fun, youthful energy that makes him such a joy to have around! He would love an active family who will keep him engaged and include him in life’s adventures. A playful, dog-friendly canine companion would be a wonderful bonus.

Like any young dog, CHARLY is still learning. Charly is continuing to build his manners and confidence. Because of his time as a stray, he is also learning that he never has to worry about where his next meal is coming from. With patience, consistency, positive training, and reassurance, he continues to make wonderful progress every day.

CHARLY loves walks, car rides, playtime, meeting new people, and—when the adventures are over—lounging at home with his favorite people. ❤️

This handsome boy has so much love to give and is ready for the next chapter of his life. He just needs someone to show him that forever really does mean forever.

CHARLY is available for adoption in New England, NY, NJ, and PA.

Apply to adopt CHARLY at alabforlife.org today!

09/03/2026

🎉ERNIE and NORM are both already up north and are available for meet and greets with approved applicants!🎉

These 5 month old brothers got together to have a play date, and boy did they have fun!

Ernie and Norm are each looking for a home of their own. They are 5 months old, and just as sweet as can be!

He is having the best time in his foster home, but what he really wants is a furever home!

They are loving, sweet, and playful. They thrive with other dogs and are learning from the dogs in their foster homes. They are smart and are doing great with crate training and potty training and all the other things young pups have to learn.

Ernie and Norm are each looking for their own home. They are available for adoption in New England, NY, NJ, and PA.

Apply to adopt ERNIE or NORM at alabforlife.org today!

09/02/2026

ADOPTED

Remy Sue is the perfect medium-sized girl with a big heart and an even bigger love for cuddles! Remy Sue has a gorgeous silver coat but she’s no silver fox. This pretty girl is two years old!

Remy Sue is the kind of girl who wants to be part of whatever you’re doing—whether that means snuggling up beside you, heading out for a car ride, or inviting you to a game of fetch.

Remy Sue is great with kids and other dogs and loves having people and furry friends around. She’s been around dogs of all ages and energy levels and Remy Sue loves them all. She’s a sweet natured friendly pup!

When she’s not snuggled up, this sweet girl loves toys and balls. She’s an impressive mid-air catcher and will happily show off her skills when treats are involved! She’s very food motivated, which makes her eager to learn. She’s already doing well with “come” and is continuing to work on her other commands.
Remy Sue enjoys the comforts of home and loves lounging on furniture. She knows that when her person asks her to get down, she needs to listen. She currently sleeps on her person’s bed and absolutely loves being close to her humans. She’s also crate trained, potty trained, and trustworthy when left loose in the house. She does have one cheeky habit: counter surfing. She’s still learning that countertops are not a buffet, but with her willingness to learn, she’s sure to keep making progress.

And when it’s time to leave the house? Remy Sue loves car rides! She comes when called and is happiest when she gets to go along for the adventure.

If you’re looking for a sweet, affectionate, playful companion, Remy Sue may be your girl. 💕

REMY SUE is available for adoption in New England, NY, NJ, and PA.

Apply to adopt this sweetie at alabforlife.org today!

09/02/2026

🎸🐾 LABAPALOOZA — LOOK WHAT YOU DID! 🐾🎸

The final numbers are in, and we are absolutely blown away.

💰 TOTAL RAISED: $17,281.00
❤️ FINAL NET PROCEEDS: $14,667.18

That’s $14,667.18 going right back to rescue.

To veterinary care. To food. To transport. To the dogs who need someone to say YES when they need it most — and to helping them get from wherever their story began to the families they were always meant to find. 🐾

And for our very first Labapalooza? We couldn’t be prouder.

This year included some one-time investments in supplies and event materials that we’ll be able to use again, which means what you helped build this year doesn’t end here. You helped lay the foundation for future Labapaloozas, too. 🎸

To every sponsor, donor, volunteer, attendee, raffle-ticket buyer, silent-auction bidder, vendor, friend, and supporter who made this possible:

THANK YOU.

You showed up. You gave. You shared. You volunteered. You bought tickets. You placed bids. You cheered us on.

What started as an idea for one really fun afternoon turned into $14,667.18 for rescue dogs.

And THAT is what Labapalooza was all about. ❤️🐶

From all of us at A Lab for Life, thank you for being part of our pack — and for making our very first Labapalooza one we’ll never forget.

🎶 Good Dogs. Good Vibes. GREAT Cause. 🎶

09/02/2026

Meet CINNAMON! 🍫🐾

Sweet as sugar with just the right amount of spice, Cinnamon is the perfect mix of both! This handsome chocolate Lab mix is just shy of his first birthday, which means he’s still very much in his puppy stage—full of energy, curiosity, zoomies, and an endless desire to play!

Cinnamon absolutely loves other dogs and thinks the best way to make a friend is through a good game of chase, running, or some enthusiastic roughhousing. He has a big playful personality and would love a larger, energetic doggy friend who can keep up with his puppy antics and match his play style.

But Cinnamon isn’t just a social butterfly with doggies—he loves his people, too! He’s affectionate, fun-loving, and would make an amazing adventure buddy for an active family. Whether you’re exploring new trails, going for a run, enjoying the great outdoors, or simply finding fun things to do together, Cinnamon wants to be part of it. And if there’s water involved? Even better! This boy LOVES the water! 🌊

As a young, energetic pup, Cinnamon is still learning and growing, so he’ll need a family who is ready to give him the guidance, exercise, patience, and love that comes with raising a puppy. Because he’s enthusiastic and still figuring out how big his body is, he would do best with older children whom he won’t accidentally knock over during one of his bursts of excitement.

The good news? Cinnamon is already potty trained and ready to start the next chapter of his life with a family who will make him a true part of theirs.

And perhaps the sweetest part of Cinnamon’s story is that his first birthday is just around the corner. 🎂🐾 We would love nothing more than to see this sweet, spicy boy celebrate his very first birthday surrounded by the family he’ll grow up with—knowing that he’s finally home.

Cinnamon is looking for a fun, active family who will include him in their adventures, give him room to be the goofy, playful puppy he is, and love him through all of his puppy growing pains.

CINNAMON is available for adoption in New England, NY, NJ, and PA.

Apply to adopt CINNAMON at alabforlife.org today!

09/01/2026

ADOPTED

Are you missing a professional snuggle buddy in your life? 🥹💕 Because 2.5-month-old Stars is ready to fill that very important position!

Stars is the kind of puppy who can keep you entertained with her silly puppy antics one minute and have you completely wrapped around her little paw the next. 🐾😂

She’s a smart little girl who is doing really well with her house training and is already a total crate champ! 👏🏼 She actually puts HERSELF in her crate around 10 PM every night and settles in for a full night of beauty sleep. 😴⭐️

She’s also mastered the doggy door and knows how to come and go like a big girl. 🚪🐶

And then there’s her love language: WATER! 💦😂

Stars absolutely LOVES splashing around. Baby pool? YES. Water bowl? YES. Basically, if it contains water, Stars would like to know why she hasn’t been invited to the party. 🤣☀️

She loves doing all the important puppy things—playing, exploring, chewing, and generally keeping everyone entertained—but she’s also super eager to learn. 🧠💕

And that coat?! 😍 Her gorgeous, soft fur is absolutely irresistible to pet, and then she hits you with those puppy eyes and suddenly you’re agreeing to anything she wants. 🥹👀❤️

Stars is growing up with dogs of all sizes, so she’s getting lots of practice being a good little puppy and learning how to fit into the family pack.

She’s playful, cuddly, smart, soft, and just the right amount of puppy chaos. ⭐️🐾

Now she just needs the one thing she doesn’t have yet:

HER FOREVER FAMILY. 🏡💕

If you’ve been looking for a sweet little girl to grow up with, snuggle with, teach new things, and love forever… STARS may be your girl! ⭐️❤️

STARS is available for adoption in New England, NY, NJ, and PA.

Apply to adopt this star at alabforlife.org today!

09/01/2026

09/01/2026

ADOPTED

Why settle for a puppy in just ONE color when you can have a whole fabulous stripe collection?! More stripes = more fun. That’s just science. 😉

Meet Stripes, a sweet, smart, and wonderfully well-rounded 2.5-month-old puppy girl who is officially ready to begin her search for a forever family! 🏡💕

This little girl is already proving she’s destined to be a very good girl. She’s working hard on house training and doing really well! 👏🏼 She’s also a certified crate superstar. Around 10 PM, Stripes will actually put HERSELF in her crate, curl up, and settle in for the night. 🥹👏🏼 Then she sleeps all night like a tiny, striped angel. 😇✨

Like her sister Stars, Stripes has discovered the greatest invention in puppy history: WATER! 💦☀️ Baby pool? Absolutely. Giant foster-dog water bowl? Even better. If there’s water nearby, Stripes is ready to splash, investigate, and possibly get herself adorably soaked. 😂

Stripes is growing up around dogs of all sizes and loves everyone she meets. She enjoys attention, playing with toys, and chewing on her bones. 🦴Basically, she’s a professional puppy with a very busy schedule.

Her daily routine is simple:

1. Zoomies. 💨
2. Playtime. 🎾
3. More zoomies. 💨
4. A well-earned puppy nap. 💤

She is the perfect combination of PLAY + NAP, and after she’s finished entertaining herself—and everyone else—she’ll happily park herself by your feet for a cozy recharge. ❤️

Stripes is looking for a family who will let her grow, learn, explore, make plenty of memories, and become the best girl she can be. Most importantly, she wants a family who will call her theirs forever. 🏡💕

STRIPES is available for adoption in New England, NY, NJ, and PA.

Apply to adopt this precious girl at alabforlife.org today!