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Labrador Retriever

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Key Takeaways

  • Large breed belonging to the Gun Dog group, known for typical breed characteristics.
  • High-energy breed best suited for active owners who can provide plenty of daily exercise and mental stimulation.
  • Easy to train and a good choice for first-time owners; responds well to positive reinforcement.
  • Moderate shedder; requires regular weekly brushing to keep the coat healthy.

Quick Facts

Group

Gun Dog

Size

Large

Life Span

10-12 years

Popularity

#1

Puppy Price

$1000-$2000

Energy Level

High

Shedding Level

Average

Trainability

Easy to Train

Common Names & Aliases

LabLabrador
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⚖️Labrador Retriever Pros & Cons

Advantages

  • Grooming Requirements:Minimal grooming needs, low maintenance

  • Lifestyle Adaptability:Exceptionally adaptable, thrives anywhere

  • Training Difficulty:Exceptionally easy to train, learns quickly

  • Child Compatibility:Exceptionally child-friendly, perfect family pet

  • Dog Friendly:Exceptionally social, thrives in multi-dog homes

Disadvantages

  • Allergy Friendliness:Not hypoallergenic, may trigger allergies

  • Energy Rating:Very high energy, needs constant activity

  • Activity Requirement / Exercise Need:Very high exercise demands, needs athletic owner

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Price and Availability

Price Range

$1000-$2000

If you choose to purchase the Labrador Retriever, you should know that the mentioned amount of money is an average of the collected data from breeders' sites and puppy finder places. If you have a Labrador Retriever for sale, please advertise it on a reliable website to make sure the Labrador Retriever gets to a happy place.

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Availability

5/5

Availability

Very frequent: The Labrador Retriever is quite easy to get. There is a risk of overbreeding, as it is an extremely popular breed.

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History

Origins It is believed that the St. John's Water Dog is a direct ancestor of the Labrador Retriever and that the breed has evolved alongside the fishing business as early as the 1500s. At that time, small water dogs were bred with Newfoundlands to create the St.

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Recognition

Classifications

AKC Classification
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1917 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification
Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section.

This breed is recognized by the following organizations:

American Kennel Club
Fédération Cynologique Internationale
American Canine Registry
America's Pet Registry
Australian National Kennel Council
Canadian Canine Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Continental Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Kennel Club of Great Britain
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
North American Purebred Registry
United Kennel Club
American Canine Association
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Labrador Retriever is not hypoallergenic, so it may trigger reactions in sensitive individuals.

The Labrador Retriever extremely low-maintenance, requiring only occasional brushing.

The Labrador Retriever sheds moderately and needs regular brushing to keep shedding under control.

The Labrador Retriever is extremely energetic and needs constant activity throughout the day, ideal for very active owners who enjoy outdoor adventures.

The Labrador Retriever is exceptionally easy to train, responds quickly to commands and learns new tricks effortlessly.

The Labrador Retriever is exceptionally patient and protective with children of all ages.

The Labrador Retriever is exceptionally social with all dogs and thrives in multi-dog environments.

The Labrador Retriever demands extensive daily exercise and thrives with athletic activities like running or hiking.

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Labrador Retriever Comments, Reviews and Questions

Beautiful dogs

2024-10-14

One of the best breeds out there - extremely friendly and good-natured, intelligent, and very cute!

Labradors are ugly

2024-06-17

Ugly , single and fat dog breed, big and fat dog breed, 1 star

Jameo Sperk

2024-01-13

I like Pickles and Dogs and Airplanes

YOUR BIG BOY

2023-11-10

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Luka Videos dogs!

2023-04-06

I really like them. Still they tend to be very friendly and affectionate

awesome

2023-01-11

wow

Winnie

2022-07-12

Not bad, helped me on my project. ;)

nia

2022-01-26

i have all the purebred breeds and caramel my lab was okay not too bad or too good

Eloise

2020-05-17

A Labrador seems the perfect fit for me. I love being active too and it seems playful and quite affectionate. Perfect!

Meadow

2020-04-25

Our family has always had a labrador, and they are great dogs. Their personalities can vary, but most of them will love you, and sometimes anyone else who comes through the door, unconditionally.

Alexander von Spleny

2019-04-14

Congratulation. We were wating for a website like this. My family and I love dogs.

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