Labrador Retriever

Canis lupus familiaris

A Labrador Retriever is a friendly, playful dog that loves people. Labs enjoy fetching balls and are strong swimmers.

Habitat: Homes, yards, and parks; near ponds or beaches for swims

Appearance

The Labrador Retriever has a strong, athletic build with a broad head and friendly eyes. Its short, dense double coat comes in solid black, yellow, or chocolate brown, and it possesses a thick, 'otter-like' tail unique to the breed.

KingdomAnimaliaPhylumChordataClassMammaliaOrderCarnivoraFamilyCanidaeGenusCanis

Labrador Retriever

Interesting facts

Labrador Retrievers originated in Newfoundland, Canada, to help local fishermen.

Labrador puppies are born without their signature water-resistant double coat.

They are consistently one of the most popular dog breeds globally.

They once retrieved fishing nets and fallen fish from icy cold waters.

Special abilities

Labrador Retrievers have a very gentle bite that helps them carry delicate items like game birds or even eggs without causing any damage.

Labrador Retrievers have an amazing sense of smell that helps them track scents, locate hidden objects, and find people.

Labrador Retrievers are highly intelligent and eager to please, which helps them learn commands quickly and perform many helpful tasks.

Measurements & details

Length: 70-80 cm
Weight: 25-36 kg
Lifespan: 10-12 years
Top Speed: 35 km/h
Litter Size: 5-10
Gestation: 58-68 days

Diet & Feeding

Labrador Retrievers are omnivores who enjoy a varied diet of dog food, treats, and sometimes human foods.

Primary Foods

Dog kibble
Wet dog food
Fruits and vegetables (dog-safe)
Small rodents (opportunistic)
Fish (opportunistic)

Foraging Method

Foraging

Ecological connections

symbiotic with

Human

Homo sapiens

Provides companionship and assistance to people.

parasitizes

Cat Flea

Ctenocephalides felis

Fleas feed on their blood, causing itching.

parasitizes

Deer Tick

Ixodes scapularis

Ticks attach to skin, potentially transmitting diseases.

hunts

House Mouse

Mus musculus

May instinctively chase and catch small rodents.

Traits

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Domesticated

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