Labrador Retriever
Friendly, steady, and eager to please. Labs are active family dogs that usually thrive with daily exercise, training games, and plenty of time with their people.
size
Large
energy
Medium to High
shedding
High
grooming
Low to Medium
trainability
Easy
goodWithKids
Usually
barking
Low to Medium
aloneTimeTolerance
Low to Medium
climate
Mild
Best for
- Active families who want a social, people-friendly dog
- Owners who enjoy training and games like fetch
- Homes that can provide daily walks plus play
- First-time owners who can commit to exercise and manners
Not ideal for
- People who want a low-shedding dog
- Homes that are away all day with little interaction
- Owners who cannot provide regular exercise
Temperament
- Affectionate and social
- Often food-motivated and trainable
- Usually friendly with visitors when well socialized
- Can become rambunctious if under-exercised
Daily routine
exercise: Brisk walks plus play, often fetch or swimming. Add mental games to prevent boredom.
training: Short daily sessions with rewards. Focus on leash manners and polite greetings.
grooming: Brush weekly and more during seasonal shedding. Keep ears clean and nails trimmed.
Living fit
apartment: Possible with enough daily exercise and training, but space helps.
family: Often an excellent family dog with supervision and training.
firstTimeOwner: Often a great first dog if you can meet exercise needs.
Health notes
- Choose reputable sources and ask about health screening for hips, elbows, and eyes.
- Manage weight to support joints and long-term mobility.
Cost and time
time: Medium to High. Needs daily activity and companionship.
cost: Moderate. Budget for food, training, and routine vet care.
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