A retriever of a breed with a black or golden coat. It is one of the prime breeds selected as guide and rescue dogs. The dog is very intelligent and excels in obedience. The name from Labrador, a large peninsula in NE Canada.


Other Names - Labrador, Lab

Native - Canadian province of Newfoundland, along the East Coast of Canada

Height - 21- 24 inches

Weight - 28- 30kg

Colour - black, yellow or chocolate.

Coat - Labrador Retrievers have a short, straight and dense coat. Their coat is easily cared for with once a week grooming.

Temperament - The Labrador Retriever is a kindly, outgoing dog breed. Easy to train, this water-loving dog breed is superb with children.

Life Span - 9-15years.