The Labrador Retriever or simply Labrador is a British breed of retriever gun dog.
It was developed in the United Kingdom from fishing dogs imported from the colony of Newfoundland (now a province of Canada), and was named after the Labrador region of that colony.
It is among the most commonly kept dogs in several countries, particularly in the Western world.
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Labrador Retriever is large type of dog that belongs to the group of Sporting Dogs.
Labrador Retriever originates from Newfoundland.
Labrador Retriever was created during the 18th century from the St.John’s water dog. Labrador Retriever was initially used to assist fishermen by pulling the ropes between the boats.
Labrador Retriever is the most popular breed in the USA for the past 24 years.
Labrador Retriever can reach 21 to 24 inches in height.
Labrador Retriever can reach 55 to 80 pounds of weight.
Labrador Retriever has a thick, waterproof double coat.
Labrador Retriever coat can be yellow, chocolate or black colored.
Labrador Retriever has webbed feet which facilitate swimming.
There are two types of Labrador Retriever: American and English.
English Labradors have stockier body, broader skull, shorter muzzle and thick tail.
American Labradors have long, pointed muzzle, sleek body and long legs.
Labrador Retriever requires at least 30 to 60 minutes of exercise per day.
Labrador Retriever sheds a lot and it requires daily brushing.
Labrador Retriever gives birth to 8 puppies on average.
Labrador Retriever reaches maturity at the age of 4 years.
Labrador Retriever has an average lifespan of 10 to 12 years.
Labrador Retriever has a keen sense of smell.
Labrador Retriever can be trained to detect cancer at the early stage.
Labrador Retriever is an intelligent dog that can be easily trained.
Approximately 60–70% of all guide dogs in the United States are Labradors.
Out of all dog breeds it is the Labrador Retriever that is most likely to become obese.
Chocolate Labradors have a shorter average life expectancy than other colours of Labrador.
Labradors have a reputation as an excellent family dog.
Labrador Retriever can easily carry fragile items without breaking them in their mouth.
