Labrador Retriever
Friendly, biddable and food-motivated to a fault.
Size
Large
Typical lifespan
10-14 years
Energy level
High
Exercise need
High
Grooming need
Low
Shedding
High
Space needed
Medium
Indoor suitability
Medium
Training
Easy
First-time owners
High
Good with children
High
Good with other pets
High
Home & lifestyle fit
Labrador Retriever tends to cope moderately with being left alone, and generally does not bark excessively. Garden access is genuinely valuable for this breed.
Health consideration
Prone to obesity and hip/elbow dysplasia — well documented by breed health schemes.
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