Labrador Retrievers have been the most popular breed in the United States for over a decade now. Their personalities, versatility and temperament are qualities that will keep their rating soaring.
Breed standards for Labrador retrievers are listed below:
- Height = males 22 1/2 to 24 1/2 inches
- Height = females 21 1/2 to 23 1/2 inches tall
- Weight = male = 65 - 80 lbs
- Weight = female = 55 - 70 lbs
- Personality: pleasant, affable and social
- Trainability: very easy to train
- Generally good with other pets
- Not generally dog-aggressive
Seasonal grooming is usually needed. Labradors will shed occasionally. Examine the toenails and trim accordingly.
Labs have a tendency to become overweight which may be a factor to hip problems. Proper diet and daily exercise are excellent preventions. They also make excellent jogging companions.
They need room and do not generally do well in apartments or enclosed, tight environments. Outdoors, they require, at minimum, an average sized, enclosed yard with room to romp. They adjust to climate changes very rapidly and easily. Remember, they love the water (keep your pool covered?)!
