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America's favorite family dog needs more exercise than most owners realize
Exercise
60–90 min/day
Intensity
high
Weight
55–80 lbs
Lifespan
11–13 years
Labs are energetic, friendly, and food-motivated — which makes them both a joy to walk and a breed that gains weight fast if you skip too many days. They need consistent daily exercise and careful feeding to stay healthy.
2 walks per day, 30–45 minutes each
Labs were bred to retrieve all day in the field. A quick lap around the block won't cut it. They thrive with varied routes, water play, and fetch sessions mixed into walks.
2 meals per day
Labs will eat anything and everything. Overeating is their biggest lifestyle risk. Logging meals and treats in DogApp helps you spot when calories are creeping up.
Weekly brushing, more during shedding season
Double coat sheds heavily twice a year. Regular grooming reminders keep shedding manageable.
Recommended vet schedule: Every 6 months for weight checks, annual full exam
Three features that matter most for this breed:
Set a 60-minute target to make sure your Lab gets enough exercise every day
Track calorie intake to prevent obesity — the #1 health risk for Labs
Schedule bi-annual vet visits to catch weight gain early
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