8 Breeds Similar to Labrador Retriever

If you love the Labrador Retriever, these breeds share the most traits in common โ€” from size and energy level to grooming and trainability.

Labrador Retriever

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German Shorthaired Pointer
1100% match

German Shorthaired Pointer

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An enthusiastic and versatile sporting dog built for endurance. German Shorthaired Pointers are tireless athletes who need an active owner to match their boundless energy.

Flat-Coated Retriever
2100% match

Flat-Coated Retriever

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The eternal puppy of the retriever world โ€” joyful, exuberant, and slow to mature. Flat-Coated Retrievers are enthusiastic sporting dogs that bring boundless optimism to everything they do.

Golden Retriever
390% match

Golden Retriever

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Friendly, reliable, and devoted, the Golden Retriever is one of the most popular family dogs in the world. They are eager to please and excel in obedience, agility, and as therapy dogs.

Weimaraner
490% match

Weimaraner

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Known as the 'Gray Ghost' for their distinctive silver coat, the Weimaraner is a graceful, athletic hunting dog. They are highly energetic, intelligent, and deeply attached to their families.

Irish Setter
590% match

Irish Setter

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A stunning, flame-coated sporting dog known for grace and boundless enthusiasm. Irish Setters are outgoing, sweet-natured family dogs that love long runs and outdoor adventures.

English Setter
690% match

English Setter

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An elegant, gentle sporting dog with a speckled "belton" coat and a natural love of the field. English Setters are mellow, sweet-tempered companions who thrive with active families.

Gordon Setter
790% match

Gordon Setter

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The largest and most powerful of the setter breeds, with a striking black and tan coat. Gordon Setters are devoted, confident bird dogs that bond deeply with their owners and need vigorous daily exercise.

German Shepherd
885% match

German Shepherd

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Courageous, confident, and incredibly intelligent, the German Shepherd is the world's premier working dog. They are fiercely loyal to their families and excel in police, military, and service roles.