Active
Playful
Loving
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Outright
Tempered
Kind
Cheerful
Amiable

Active
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Affectionate
Reliable
Gentle
Social
Kind
Fearless
Cheerful
Quiet
Nonaggressive
Trustworthy
Polite
Graceful
Sporty
No tendency towards nervousness

Lab-Pointers are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Petite Golden Retrievers are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Pointer and Labrador Retriever

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Golden Retriever

2000s

Unknown

Hazel
Brown
Amber

Brown

Black
Brown
Isabella

Black

Cream
Brown
Black

Cream
Red

Lab-Pointers have short coats.

Petite Golden Retrievers have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Straight

Wavy

Lab-Pointers are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

While the Petite Golden Retriever breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Elbow Dysplasia
Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)
Retinal Dysplasia

Retinal Dysplasia
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Syringomyelia
Subaortic Stenosis
Mitral Valve Dysplasia

Entropion
Cataracts

Cataracts
Diabetes
Von Willebrand's Disease
Hypothyroidism
Portosystemic Shunt
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Microphthalmia
Hypodysmyelinogenesis
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Idiopathic Epilepsy
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (Dry Eye)

X-ray imaging
Blood Analysis
Optical Examination
Orthopedic
Regular Full Physical Examination By Veterinarian

Complete Blood Count
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Blood And Urine Analysis
Blood Sugar and Thyroid Tests
Skin Biopsy
Eye Examinations (both internal as well as external)
X-rays of various parts of the skeletal system
Echocardiogram
Hip and Elbow X-rays

Lab-Pointer has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Petite Golden Retriever has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Lab-Pointers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Petite Golden Retrievers sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Lab-Pointer, it's at least 15 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Petite Golden Retriever, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Lab-Pointers usually need at least 75 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Petite Golden Retrievers usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Lab-Pointer is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

The Petite Golden Retriever requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

In general Lab-Pointer should be brushed at least once a month. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes, especially if they enjoyed it

Petite Golden Retriever should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Slicker Brush
Flea Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 55-80 pound (25 - 36 kg) Lab-Pointer feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 13-75 pound (6 - 34 kg) Petite Golden Retriever feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Lab-Pointer is somewhere $2.50 - $2.70 per day.

The average cost of a Petite Golden Retriever is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Lab-Pointer is between $56 - $70. This makes an average of $672 - $840 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Petite Golden Retriever is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Lab-Pointers can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

The Petite Golden Retriever is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Lab-Pointers are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Petite Golden Retrievers are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Lab-Pointers are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Petite Golden Retrievers are highly friendly around strangers.

Lab-Pointers are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Petite Golden Retrievers are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

The Lab-Pointer is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.

Petite Golden Retrievers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.