The Labrador Retriever

The Labrador Retriever is a very versatile breed. They are wonderful family companions and great with people of all ages. If you are a bird hunter, they are your retriever. If you are a child who loves to play ball, they will be your best friend. They love to swim, hike, retrieve and overall just being part of the family will make this breed happy.

The General Appearance

They are an active breed with great intelligence and soft eyes. They come in three different colors. Their general appearance is to be strongly built, short coupled whose weight typically ranges from 55 to 75 pounds. Their tail is tapered and also referred to as an otter tail. A Labrador’s coat is short and dense. With it’s equitable temperament and high intelligence, this breed is often good with children which makes it a sought after and ideal family pet.