The Labrador Retriever is one of the most popular puppies as well as dogs in the world, also referred to as Labrador, Lab, and Labby. These puppies love to part of the family and enjoy playing hours upon hours. If swimming is one of the family’s pastimes, then the Labrador Retriever is just the puppy for you, as he loves water. He is a great hunting dog and loves to retrieve waterfowl.

Temperament of your Labrador Retriever Puppy

Labrador Retriever puppies are fun loving even though they tend to be considered mellow. They enjoy quite a bit of activity such as ball and Frisbee throwing as well as running around the yard. They love their family and other pets known to be a very sociable dog even with cats if they grow up together. They are very energetic and will play ball for hours often longer than the master can withstand. They are barkers and tend to bark any noises whether seen or unseen.

Living Environment for your Labrador Retriever Puppy

Your Labrador Retriever puppy can do well living in the city in an apartment, however, he will need plenty of playtime at a park. He will become bored in an apartment if he is left for hours, as he needs human companionship. He does enjoy a medium sized yard to run and play.

Training your Labrador Retriever Puppy

The Labrador Retriever puppy needs training due to his excitable nature. He will need training to be obedient and to learn when he becomes bored not to destroy everything in sight, as they tend to do when left alone. They are easy to train and need a gentle trainer.

Grooming your Labrador Retriever puppy

Your puppy will need his coat brushed or combed regularly with a firm bristle brush. Be sure to watch the undercoat for mattes. You will not need to give him a bath very often, only as needed. Dry shampoo usually works fine.

Stats

Origin: Newfoundland, Canada

Life expectancy: 10 to 13 years

Diet: The Labrador Retriever whether during puppyhood or adulthood will eat everything in sight. You will need to watch their diet and ensure they do not overeat. To ensure you feed the puppy properly, you should talk with your vet.

Exercise: Your puppy will need plenty of exercise and enjoys brisk, long walks, jogging or running beside you. This should be an every day activity.

Health issues: Labrador retrievers are prone to hip dysplasia, elbow dysplasia, kneed problems, retinal atrophy cataracts, corneal dystrophy, and ear infections.

Height: 22 to 25 inches for males and 21 to 24 inches for females

Weight: 60 to 80 pounds for males and 55 to 70 pounds for females

Colors: black, chocolate, and yellow

Coat: smooth, short double coat