what is the typical life span of a labrador
About Labrador Retriever Lifespan. When we think about the Labrador retriever lifespan there are of course many factors to consider including the breeding and early health of the dog. But, a generally accepted lifespan for a typical Labrador is 10 - 12 years. Of course there are many exceptions to that rule of thumb with many Labs living to a ripe old age and others, unfortunately, passing away at a younger age.