Dog breed
Labrador Retriever
America's favorite all-purpose companion.
Size
Large
Lifespan
10–12 years
Energy
High
Grooming
Moderate
Origin
Canada
Overview
Labradors are athletic, food-motivated and endlessly cheerful. Their trainability makes them stars in service, search-and-rescue and detection work — and their patience makes them wonderful with children.
Care & lifestyle
Prone to obesity: measure meals and stick to a routine. A short, dense coat needs weekly brushing. Provide daily runs, swims or long fetch sessions.
Great with
KidsStrangersWater
Personality
OutgoingEven-temperedPlayful
Physical
- Weight
- 55–80 lbs
- Height
- 21.5–24.5 in
Bring home checklist
- · Vet booked within 72 hours
- · Species-correct food & bowls
- · Enrichment / toy rotation
- · ID + microchip / DNA
- · Pet-safe cleaning products
