The Labrador Retriever is one of the most affectionate, fun and intelligent animals that currently exist. Is he perfect friend, both for the little ones and the older ones, to whom he will give a lot of affection and company in exchange for them to play with him several times a day.
With a muscular body, it is a large dog, and can weigh up to a maximum of 45kg. But don't be scared by his weight: he is very intelligent and is capable of learning the basic rules of coexistence in a very short time. Let's see how is a Labrador Retriever.
Physical characteristics
Originally from America, the Labrador has a height at the withers between 55 and 70cm. His body is muscular, well proportioned. The head is broad, with a long and wide muzzle. The ears are medium-sized and hang on both sides of the head. His eyes, brown or brown, denote joy and desire to have fun. The tail is thick at the base and ends in a point.
The body is covered by a dense coat, without ripples. The Labrador has a double coat: an inner coat that is soft and waterproof, and an outer coat that is harder and helps maintain waterproofing. The colors that are accepted are yellow, black and chocolate.
Character of the Labrador
He is active, affectionate, intelligent, sociable… Everything we can say about him is positive. Yes indeed, needs to be socialized from puppyhood with other people and animals so that as an adult he is the ideal dog. Likewise also it is important that you do a lot of physical exercise, either taking long walks, and / or practicing a dog sport such as agility or disc-dog.
If you have a lot of time, the Labrador is your breed, since it is a dog that does not want to be alone, and that, in fact, can have separation anxiety much more easily and quickly than other breeds.
So if you are looking for a loving and fun dog, do not hesitate to get the friendship of a Labrador 🙂.