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Labrador Retriever Puppies for Sale
Recognized by: AKC, FCI, KC, UKC
About the Labrador Retriever
America's long-reigning favorite earned its place honestly. The Labrador Retriever is a sturdy, weatherproof gun dog whose working virtues - a soft mouth, a love of water, and a genuine wish to cooperate - translate directly into family life. Labs greet strangers like old friends, tolerate the chaos of children with good humor, and learn household rules quickly when someone bothers to teach them. What they ask in return is real: daily exercise well into middle age, a watchful eye on the food bowl, and patience through a famously exuberant adolescence.
Every dog is an individual — genetics, socialization, health, training, and environment matter more than breed averages.
Typical tendencies
Scored against PuppyList’s editorial rubric. Tendencies, not guarantees.
Exercise needsHigher than most
Energy levelHigher than most
TrainabilityDefining trait
Grooming effortLower than most
SheddingDefining trait
BarkingLower than most
Apartment fitTypical
Good with childrenDefining trait
Good with other dogsDefining trait
First-time ownersDefining trait
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Where this breed shines
- Benchmark family temperament with children and other pets
- Very trainable - forgiving of first-time owner mistakes
- Athletic partner for swimming, hiking, and retrieving games
Things to consider
- Sheds heavily year-round despite the short coat
- Prone to obesity - portion control matters for life
- Adolescent energy lasts two to three years and needs an outlet
History
Developed in 19th-century England from St. John's water dogs brought back from Newfoundland by fishing boats, the breed was refined by British sporting estates into the modern retriever and recognized by the Kennel Club in 1903.
Temperament
Outgoing, eager, and food-motivated to a fault. A well-bred Lab is neither nervous nor sharp; its default answer to almost everything is enthusiasm.
Questions to ask a Labrador Retriever breeder
- Do both parents have hip, elbow, and eye clearances?
- Has the litter been EIC and PRA tested?
- Are the parents from field or show lines, and how does that fit my activity level?
Health considerations to discuss
Hip and elbow dysplasia. Ask for documented parental scores from OFA or PennHIP.
Exercise-induced collapse (EIC). A DNA test exists; responsible programs test breeding stock.
Obesity. Labs rarely self-regulate food; discuss feeding plans with your vet.
Informational only — always consult a veterinarian and ask breeders for documentation. Sources: AKC breed overview · OFA health testing database — written by PuppyList editorial
Questions worth asking about any Labrador Retriever litter
- Can I see the puppy and its mother — in person or on a live video call?
- What health checks, vaccinations, and vet visits has this litter had?
- How was the litter raised and socialized?
- What paperwork comes with the puppy (health records, registry papers if applicable)?
- What is your deposit, payment, and pickup/transport process?
Frequently asked questions
How do I buy a Labrador Retriever puppy on PuppyList?
Browse the Labrador Retriever listings on this page, open one to see photos, details, and the breeder's information, then contact the breeder directly. PuppyList is a marketplace — you arrange the purchase with the breeder yourself.
How much do Labrador Retriever puppies cost?
Listed puppies currently range from $1 to $2,549. Each breeder sets their own price, which varies with the puppy's age, lineage, and location.
How can I tell if a Labrador Retriever breeder is trustworthy?
Contact the breeder, ask for recent photos or a video of the actual puppy, and confirm details before you commit. Never send money before verifying. See our listing guidelines for the full buyer-safety checklist.