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Labrador Retriever
Large Breed
Labrador Retrievers are incredible dogs. Their hardy physical attributes could not be more different than their gentle and affectionate nature. Their need to please indicates why this breed can be regarded as the ultimate family dog.
Breed standards
Country of origin
Great Britain
Weight
Male 28-36kg / 62-79lbs;
Female 25-32kg / 55-70lbs (standards may vary)
Height
Male 56-57cm / 22 -22 1/2inches;
Female 54-56cm / 21 1/2-22 inches (standards may vary)
Coat
Short coat
Markings
Wholly black, yellow or liver/chocolate. Yellow ranges from light cream to red fox. Small white spot on chest permissible.
Lifespan
Average, 10-12 years
It is the Labrador's face that evokes most adoration, perhaps more specifically his ability to express his love of life, understanding and affection through a gentle look or delicate movement.
Temperament
The Labrador Retriever is intelligent, keen and biddable with a strong will to please. He is of a friendly nature and should have no trace of aggression or undue shyness.
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PoorChildrenGood
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VeryCombativenessNot very
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VeryDominanceNot very
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Not veryFriendlinessGood
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Not veryIndependenceVery
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LoudNoiseQuiet
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Not veryTrainabilityVery
Good to know
Labrador Retrievers are magnificent, well-built dogs with an adorable face capable of expressing a myriad of emotions to their owners.
- Makes a wonderful family pet and is excellent with children
- Capable of all types of roles because of extreme versatility and intelligence
- A good choice for novice owners
- Acclimates well to most climates
- Does not require trimming or stripping
- Very little grooming needed
- Must have daily physical activity and mental stimulation
- Requires lots of exercise
- Prone to hip and elbow dysplasia and eye defects