Labrador Retriever
Canada (Newfoundland), further developed in England
Weight
25-36 kg
Height
54-57 cm shoulder height
Lifespan
10-12 years
The Labrador Retriever is friendly, enthusiastic and genuinely happy to see everyone he meets. He learns quickly, is patient with children and has little aggression in him. But he's also an eater, a chewer and an energy bomb in his younger years — the calm adult Lab doesn't emerge until after his third year.
Character & traits
Practical
- Exercise per day
- 1 to 2 hours
- Max alone
- 4 hours
- Garden needed
- No
- Apartment
- Suitable
- Insurance
- €55–90/mo
- Food
- €60–95/mo
Frequently asked questions
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Accessories
Sturdy harness
High-energy dogs pull more. A good harness gives you control without pressure on the throat.
Grooming
Undercoat brush
Heavy shedders need regular brushing. An undercoat brush removes loose hair before it covers your couch.
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🛡️ Insurance
A basic policy for the Labrador Retriever typically runs €55–€90/month in the Netherlands — US rates vary but are usually comparable. The exact amount depends on the dog's age and the insurer.
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