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labrador retrievers
Breed Overview
Browse All labrador retriever PuppiesQuick facts
Labs are kind, outgoing, and eager-to-please dogs who are rarely aggressive and get along well with children, other pets, and strangers.
Available labrador retriever Puppies
Personality & Training
Moderate
High
- Kids
- Cats
- Other Dogs
- Large Living Spaces
- Seniors
- First Time Pet Owners
- Cold Climates
- Water Activities
What labrador retriever Owners Say About Their labrador retrievers
- Our lab is an absolutely amazing pup, with incredible temperament, intelligence, and affection. He has quickly become Dad's best friend.
- I love my new Chocolate Lab. He is super sweet and smart. So happy he found his forever home with me.
- After one month, it's like our lab Mocha has always been a part of our family. She loves everyone and gets along great with our 9-year-old terrier, Lizzy. We couldn't be happier now that Mocha is part of our family!
Physical Characteristics
Females: 22 - 24 in
Males: 23 - 25 in
Females: 65 - 80 lbs
Males: 70 - 85 lbs
Bathe as Needed
Moderate
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About labrador retrievers
The Labrador Retriever is perennially one of the most popular dogs in America. This famously friendly water dog is smart, easily trained, and kind.
Labs have high energy and need lots of exercise and play. they love to run and swim. Labs love playing with children and are calm inside, although they are more energetic outside.
They are incredibly adaptable and well-suited to a range of living environments. Make sure they are fenced or leashed when outside as they love to run.
labrador retriever Health
The ever-popular Labrador Retriever is a family-friendly dog with an average life expectancy of 11-13 years. Routine vet care is an important step in providing them with a long and healthy life. Most Labradors will not encounter these health concerns but it is important to know what they are so you can monitor your dog for any physical or behavioral changes and contact your veterinarian with any concerns. Most vets will most likely recommend running basic health screenings to diagnose or even rule out potential health risks associated with this breed.
Health Concerns
• Hip Dysplasia
• Elbow Dysplasia
• Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
• Bloat
• Heart Disease
• Exercise Induced Collapse (EIC)
Minor Health Concerns
• Ear Infection
• Obesity
• Centronuclear Myopathy
• Eye Disease
• Ectropion/Entropion
• Separation Anxiety
Suggested Screenings
• Cardiac Exam
• Eye Exam
• Hip & Elbow X-ray
• EIC- DNA Test
• Centronuclear Myopathy (optional)
• PRA DNA Test (optional)
• D Locus (Dilute) DNA Test (optional)
Routine Care
• Weight management
• Neuter or Spay
• Regular Dental Exams
• Controlled Exercise
labrador retriever Care
Labs are low-maintenance dogs but do require lots of physical exercise and mental stimulation. They also need a large space to run around, explore, and play.
When training your lab, ensure you provide a range of activities to prevent boredom. Provide regular activities (such as long walks or swims) to prevent destructive behavior.
They have a strong desire to please and an innate ability to follow commands, which makes training easy. As retrievers, these dogs are inclined to pick things up and carry them around so keep an eye on your puppy until learn what it should and shouldn't pick up.