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Labrador Retriever
America's most popular breed for good reason β outgoing, gentle, and endlessly trainable.
β Strengths
- Excellent first-time-owner dog
- Loves swimming and outdoor activity
- Adapts to many family setups
! Things to consider
- Big appetite β can become overweight
- High exercise needs in young adulthood
- Sheds year-round
Trait profile
- Size
- 7
- Energy level
- 8
- Trainability
- 9
- Shedding
- 7
- Barking
- 4
- Friendliness
- 10
- Good with kids
- 10
- Good with other pets
- 9
- Alone tolerance
- 4
- Grooming needs
- 4
- Drool
- 5
- Health robustness
- 6
- Allergy-friendly
- 1
- Longevity
- 6
- Affordability
- 6