What is the average lifespan of a Labrador dog?
There are varying reports, but it appears to be anywhere from 12-16 years. http://www.labradorsavvy.com/labrador-dog.html Life Span – the average lifespan of a Labrador is 12 – 14 years. http://www.petplanet.co.uk/petplanet/breeds/Labrador_Retriever.htm Lifespan 9 – 15 years http://www.rescueeverydog.org/lab_breed.html “Average Life Span: 12-14 years” http://en.allexperts.com/q/Labrador-Retrievers-2374/gender-bender.htm “The lifespan of a Labrador ranges from 12-16, with 14 being a median age of death. The rate of cancer in Labradors is on the rise, though, and we are seeing younger dogs expire due to that dreaded disease.
