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Labrador Dogs

The world’s most popular family and assistance dog: friendly, trainable and food-motivated.

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OriginNewfoundland (Canada), developed in the United KingdomWikipediachecked 3 Sept 2026High confidence
PurposeRetrieving, assistance and detection work; family companionBritannicachecked 3 Sept 2026High confidence
TemperamentEven-tempered, gentle and eager to pleaseBritannicachecked 3 Sept 2026High confidence
Average Weight25–36 kgWikipediachecked 3 Sept 2026High confidence
Height55–62 cmNote: At the shoulder.Wikipediachecked 3 Sept 2026High confidence
Lifespan11–13 yearsWikipediachecked 3 Sept 2026High confidence
Exercise NeedsHigh: an hour or more of daily activity; prone to weight gain without itBritannicachecked 3 Sept 2026Medium confidence

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