Labrador Retriever Health Guide

Complete health profile covering disease predispositions, vital statistics, and preventive care recommendations for Labrador Retriever.

Vital Statistics

Lifespan11–13 years
Weight Range25–36.25 kg
Height Range54.61–62.23 cm

Disease Predispositions (8)

Labrador Retriever is predisposed to the following health conditions. 5 are hereditary.

ConditionCategoryRisk LevelHereditaryScreening
Obesity N/A Moderate No Annual exam
Ear Infections N/A Moderate No Annual exam
Osteoarthritis N/A Moderate No Annual exam
Hip Dysplasia N/A Moderate Yes Annual exam
Elbow Dysplasia N/A Moderate Yes Annual exam
Progressive Retinal Atrophy N/A Moderate Yes Annual exam
Exercise-Induced Collapse N/A Moderate Yes Annual exam
Centronuclear Myopathy N/A Moderate Yes Annual exam

Obesity & Weight Management

Obesity Risk LevelVery_High
Ideal Body Condition Score4

Genetic Screening

CHIC Required TestsHip Dysplasia; Elbow Dysplasia; Eye Examination; EIC (Exercise Induced Collapse); D Locus (Dilute) DNA Test
Dystocia RiskLow

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