Labrador Retrievers

Not sure how Labrador Retrievers are awarded the #1 most popular breed in North America year after year? We can help explain just how perfect this breed is. Once a lab lover - always a lab lover!

• When they talk about “Man’s best friend” they mean the labrador!

• Companion dog - get ready to have a new best friend!

• One of the smartest dogs in the world

• Predictable - they make a great choice for your first pet

• Loyal/devoted dog who is respectful of their owner

• Due to their natural instincts, they are easy to train

• Excel in many areas of being a working dog - tracking, search & rescue, service and assistant dogs, therapy companions

• Their friendly and outgoing personality makes the perfect family pet

• With daily activities, they are adaptable to living indoors with their families

• Great for children with their even temperament

• They originated on the East Coast of Canada

• Their thick double coats make them perfect for enjoying the outdoors in all seasons.

• They will do almost anything for treats - perfect for training

• They love their people, but are not natural protectors; they will not be overly aggressive to strangers (lover-not a fighter)

• Athletic - they love to swim and retrieve a stick or ball over and over again / accomplished hunting partners with water fowl.

• They tend to be more of the family’s pet, and not attached to any one single person. 

• 21-24 inches at the shoulders (females tend to be a little smaller)

• 60-85 pounds depending on gender, diet and activity level

• Regular grooming and bathing will cut down on shedding

• “English” labs are a broader dog with a shorter stature

• “American” labs are more athletic, slimmer, and taller

• With appropriate training, socialization, and exercise, a lab can be a great fit for a range of homes.