Dog · FCI Group 8: Retrievers, Flushing & Water Dogs

Retriever (Labrador)

Also: Labrador Retriever, Lab Large, 25–40 kg Lifespan 10–12 years Needs AC in summer
Retriever (Labrador)
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Friendly with kidsExcellent
Other petsExcellent
Approach to strangersFriendly
Energy levelHigh
Food habit & dietMeasured portions twice a day. Strongly food-motivated and prone to obesity.
Suitable climate · UAE noteStruggles in heat. Requires indoor AC from May to October; walk only before 7 am or after sunset.
Heat tolerance 2/5
OriginCanada / UK
Average lifespan10–12 years
Origin & historyDeveloped from the St. John's water dogs used by Newfoundland fishermen and refined in Britain as a gundog. One of the most popular family dogs in the UAE.
Grooming & careHigh: dense double coat sheds heavily. Brush often and never shave it, as the coat also shields from sun.

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