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Labrador Retriever
A.K.A. :Labrador, Lab
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Training requirements
Playful
Affectionate
Good with other pets
Good with children
Good with strangers
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| Overview: | The Labrador Retriever is probably America's favorite dog. He is playful (well into his adult years) and is often seen as a lifelong friend. |
| Breed Group: | Sporting |
| Weight (lbs): | male: 65-80, female: 55-70 |
| Height (in): | male: 22-24, female: 21-23 |
| Colors: | Solid black, yellow, or chocolate. |
| Coat: | It should be short, straight and very dense, giving a fairly hard feeling to the hand. The Labrador should have a soft, weather-resistant undercoat. A slight wave down the back is permissible. |
| Character: | Labrador Retrievers are obedient, sociable, and affectionate. Loyal dogs, they have a very playful nature ' even into adulthood. |
| Temperament: | This breed gets along well with children, other dogs, and most household pets. They are not considered to be great watch dogs, however. |
| Care: | The Labrador Retriever requires weekly brushing, though twice weekly brushing is needed during times of shedding. |
| Training: | This breed learns very quickly and is always eager to please. Training is quite easy. |
| Activity: | The Labrador Retriever can easily adapt to the exercise level of your family, but actually needs a lot of exercise, including long walks and field sports. |
| Country of Origin: | Canada |
| Health Issue: | This breed is prone to hip and elbow dysplasia, progressive retinal atrophy, and other eye disorders. |
| Life Expectancy: | 10-12 |
Labrador Retriever Puppies for saleSee all puppies for sale
AKC Chocolate Lab puppies
$500*
AKC Chocolate lab puppies Family raised not a kennel. Dew claws removed Mother is a chocolate lab and the father is a silver lab. Puppies will be vet checked wormed and...
AKC Registered Lab Puppies
$900
AKC Registered Lab Puppies for sale. Mother and father are excellent hunters and great well-behaved family dogs. Thr pups have been dewormed and have had the distemper shot. 4...
Adorable Silver Labs
$1,095
Come and meet this adorable little girl Cagney! This sweet girl is just the doll you've been looking for. She's active, fun, and always ready for adventure. Labs are outgoing,...
Adorable Silver Labs
$1,095
Come and meet this adorable little girl Coco! This sweet girl is just the doll you've been looking for. She's active, fun, and always ready for adventure. Labs are outgoing,...
Adorable Silver Labs
$1,095
Come and meet this adorable little guy, Cale! This tough guy is just the guy you've been looking for. He's active, fun, and always ready for adventure. Labs are outgoing, lovable...
Adorable Silver Labs
$1,095
Come and meet this adorable little guy, Chase! This tough guy is just the guy you've been looking for. He's active, fun, and always ready for adventure. Labs are outgoing, lovable...
Adorable Silver Labs
$1,095
Come and meet this adorable little guy, Coats! This tough guy is just the guy you've been looking for. He's active, fun, and always ready for adventure. Labs are outgoing, lovable...
AKC FULL REGISTRATION
$1,000
Watson is a sweetheart! He is and gentle, playful and he will be a great addition to any family as he has a lot of love and excitement to give. He is a gorgeous solid black. He is...
AKC FULL REGISTRATION
$1,000
Ember is a sweetheart! She is a lovable little girl. She will been extremely loved and spoiled! She is a solid black. She comes with full AKC rights! She also comes with an ISO...
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Young Female Yellow Lab adopt in El Paso TX
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Meet Sierra, a young Labrador Retriever dog looking to be adopted in the El Paso Texas area. She is obedience trained, absolutely beautiful and full of joy, Sierra is an...
Nikan - Labrador Retriever Dog For Adoption
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Posted Breed: Labrador Retriever. This pet is available for pre-adoption and may not be officially ready for adoption, as it is still undergoing medical treatment. Depending on...
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Posted Breed: Labrador Retriever (short coat).
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Posted Breed: Labrador Retriever (short coat).
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Posted Breed: Labrador Retriever (short coat).
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Posted Breed: Labrador Retriever (short coat).
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Posted Breed: Labrador Retriever (short coat).
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Posted Breed: Labrador Retriever (short coat). Please contact Kristen Nawoj (kristennluckydoganimalrescue) for more information about this pet. Loving Little Momma NELLIE...
Perdita - Labrador Retriever (short coat) Dog For Adoption
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Posted Breed: Labrador Retriever (short coat). Please contact Kristen Nawoj (kristennluckydoganimalrescue) for more information about this pet. Loving Little Momma PERDITA...
Tuesday - Labrador Retriever / Beagle Dog For Adoption
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Posted Breed: Labrador Retriever / Beagle. Please contact Nancy Logan (nancylluckydoganimalrescue) for more information about this pet. Hi! I'm Tuesday! Want to play? ...
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