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Labrador Retriever

Labrador Retriever

🌊 The best friend you'll ever have! Labs are super friendly, love water, and are always happy. They're excellent swimmers and fetching champions!

⚡ Quick Facts

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Size
Large
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Weight
55-80 lbs (25-36 kg)
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Life Expectancy
10-12 years
Energy Level
High
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Good with Children
Yes
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Apartment Friendly
Depends

💖 Personality & Behavior

Labs love EVERYONE! Humans, dogs, cats - they're all friends. They're messy drinkers and love to carry things in their mouths. Tail wags are guaranteed!

🍖 Food & Treats

Labs are hungry hippos! They will eat anything, so watch the snack jar. Healthy food keeps them fit for swimming!

⚠️ General information only - for specific dietary needs, consult a veterinarian

🎾 Play & Activities

Favorite Games & Activities:

  • Fetch
  • Swimming
  • Dock diving
  • Hide and seek
  • Tug of war

Water is their happy place! Throw a ball in the pool or lake and they are in heaven. They also love long walks and meeting new friends.

🏡 Living Environment

They fit in anywhere with love! A house with a yard is great for fetch, but they can live in apartments if they get long walks to the park.

✨ Fun Facts

  • Labs have webbed toes for swimming!
  • They have a waterproof 'otter tail' that acts like a rudder.
  • They can carry an egg in their mouth without breaking it.
  • The most popular dog breed in America for decades!
  • They come in Yellow, Black, and Chocolate colors.

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