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Labrador Retriever |
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The Labrador Retriever is gentle with children and the elderly. The Labrador Retriever has a stable temperament and adapts to new surroundings easily. He is not an aggressive dog, but it will bark to ward off strangers. He is playful, loving to people and very hardworking.
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Average Height: 23 Inches |
| Average Weight: 75 Pounds |
| Health Issues: Joint & bone disorders, eye & heart disease, cancer. |
| Training: Easy to train. |
| Living Conditions: An average size yard is recommended. |
| Life Expectancy: 10 - 12 Years |
| Aggression - Average | Children - Good To Excellent | Temperament - Excellent | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Lakeland Terrier |
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The Lakeland Terrier is frisky, feisty, and fun. He is a smart little dog who loves to be the center of his owner's life. A person who understands this vivacious personality can have a lot of fun with a Lakeland. He's got the energy and interest to play with kids tirelessly.
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Average Height: 14 Inches |
| Average Weight: 16 Pounds |
| Health Issues: Very hardy breed, no major health concerns. |
| Training: A stubborn dog, somewhat difficult to train. |
| Living Conditions: Suitable for apartment living. |
| Life Expectancy: 12 - 14 Years |
| Aggression - Average | Children - Average | Temperament - Fair | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Lhasa Apso |
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Lhasas don't expect to be pampered. They are protective of their people and care for them in a dignified but loving manner. The Lhasa can be playful and spirited, but also independent.
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Average Height: 10 Inches |
| Average Weight: 14 Pounds |
| Health Issues: Kidney, eye, hip and skin problems, bleeding ulcers. |
| Training: Very difficult to train. |
| Living Conditions: Suitable for apartment living. |
| Life Expectancy: 15 Years |
| Aggression - Average | Children - Fair | Temperament - Poor | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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In truth, the adult Lhasa Apso is one of the hardiest, toughest, and strongest willed of all the small breeds. It is said, "When a Lhasa Apso looks in the mirror he sees a lion.
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Lowchen |
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The Löwchen is alert, intelligent, and affectionate with the overall qualities of a loving companion dog. It has a lively, outgoing, and inquisitive personality.
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Average Height: 13 Inches |
| Average Weight: 14 Pounds |
| Health Issues: Fairly healthy breed, no major concerns. |
| Training: Somewhat difficult to train. |
| Living Conditions: Suitable for apartment living. |
| Life Expectancy: 12 - 14 Years |
| Aggression - Moderate To High | Children - Average | Temperament - Fair | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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