Labrador Retriever is a large breed from Canada, known for being easy for first-time owners, good with kids, highly trainable.
Labrador
Labrador Retriever listing; exuberant gundog and devoted family companion.
Breed snapshot
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Size
Large
Life
10-12 years
Group
Sporting
Origin
Canada
Origin map
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Origin details
- Place
- Canada
- Region
- North America
- Breed role
- Retriever
- More from this origin
- 6 breeds in this guide trace back to Canada.
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