Lab'Aire

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50-70 lbs
21-23"
unknown
Airedale Terrier
Labrador Retriever
Nothing best describes the Lab'Aire than a smart, protective and friendly little dog who always seems to carry himself with a lot of confidence. These hybrids are a mix of the Labrador Retriever and Airedale  Terrier which are two heavy built, medium-sized breeds. Though the history of these hybrids remains somewhat cloudy, it can be speculated that the breed only recently arose likely within the last 15 to 20 years. These breeds are considered average maintenance and are seasonal shedders. Due to their parent breed history and fur coat density, it can be speculated that the breed does better in cooler climates. They often do well in family homes and environments but should be monitored when with children
purpose Purpose
Companionship, Watchdog
history Date of Origin
2000s
ancestry Ancestry
Labrador Retriever and Airedale Terrier

Lab'Aire Health

Average Size
Male Lab'Aire size stats
Height: 22-24 inches Weight: 65-80 lbs
Female Lab'Aire size stats
Height: 21-23 inches Weight: 50-70 lbs
Major Concerns
  • Gastric Torsion
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Canine Hip Dysplasia
  • Gastric Dilation Volvulus
Minor Concerns
  • Progressive Retinal Atrophy
  • Cataracts
Occasional Diagnoses
  • Hypothyroidism
  • Obesity
Occasional Tests
  • X-ray imaging
  • Ophthalmic Exam
  • Orthopedic
  • Blood And Urine Analysis
  • Regular Full Physical Examination By Veterinarian

Lab'Aire Breed History

The history of the hybrid remains somewhat mysterious as the breed only recently emerged as hybrid likely in the 2000s.  However, the Labrador Retriever is a breed that served as a sporting dog which assisted hunters by fetching game or flushing prey. The breed originated from St. John's, Newfoundland which is a province in Canada. There, this strong canine assisted the fishermen with their nets in the cold sea. In the 1800s, many of the breed were shipped to England where they were used to assist wealthy huntsmen, which actually saved them from from extinction, their fate in Newfoundland. The breed was recognized by the AKC in 1917 as a Sporting breed. This friendly breed currently ranks as the number one most popular dog breed in the United States. The Airedale Terrier is a breed that originated near the Aire River Valley, England during the 1800s. The breed served as a hunting dog that mainly hunted badger and other small vermin. The AKC officially recognized the Airedale Terrier as a terrier purebred in 1888.

Lab'Aire Breed Appearance

The Lab'Aire is a medium to large hybrid that has a very heavily built, strong and muscular body. These breeds can often range anywhere from over 50 to 80 pounds in weight and can stand up to 24 inches in height. Starting from the head, the breed has a broad, flat skull, medium to long sized muzzle and powerful jaws. Their eyes are almost almond shaped and tend to have a very powerful glare. Ears are mostly set slightly high up and are semi-flopped over. Legs, for the most part, are long but stocky whereas their chest tends to be broad. 
These hybrids often have short, dense coats that will have a wiry appearance and be rough to the touch. If the breed presents more of a Labrador appearance then coats can be considered water repellent.  Fur tends to be concentrated mainly towards the ends of the muzzle giving the hybrid a classical "bearded" appearance.
Eye Color Possibilities
hazel Lab'Aire eyes
Hazel
brown Lab'Aire eyes
Brown
amber Lab'Aire eyes
Amber
Nose Color Possibilities
black Lab'Aire nose
Black
brown Lab'Aire nose
Brown
Coat Color Possibilities
black Lab'Aire coat
Black
gray Lab'Aire coat
Gray
brown Lab'Aire coat
Brown
fawn Lab'Aire coat
Fawn
Coat Length
coat
Short Medium Long
Coat Density
coat density
pin
Sparse Normal Dense
Coat Texture
coat texture
Lab'Aire wiry coat texture
Straight Wiry Wavy Curly Corded

Lab'Aire Breed Maintenance

The Lab'Aire is an average to low maintenance breed when it comes to grooming. The hybrid is considered non-hypoallergenic, a low drooler and are a seasonal shedder. As these hybrids tend to have a dense wiry coat, it is highly recommended that owners brush their hybrid with either a bristle brush or slicker brush in order to remove debris or loose fur. Bathing should be done as needed and often, owners can get away with simply wiping their hybrid down with a wet cloth. Other important maintenance requirements include regular nail trimming if nails aren't worn down through play. Teeth need to be brushed with pet toothpaste at least once a week and ears need to be checked and cleaned out every 6 to 12 weeks.
Brushes for Lab'Aire
Slicker Brush
Slicker Brush
Flea Comb
Flea Comb
Deshedder
Deshedder
Nail Clipper
Nail Clipper
Brushing Frequency
fur daily fur weekly fur monthly
Lab'Aire requires weekly brushing
Daily Weekly Monthly

Lab'Aire Temperament

Happy, outgoing, intelligent and protective, these hybrids are the absolute love bugs of the doggie world and tend to be very loyal and loving to their family members. These breeds very often make great family pets but do better with older children as they are a little mouthy when playing. The Lab'Aire can have a moderate to high hunting drive and will enjoy chasing squirrels and small animals in the backyard, however, if raised and socialized with other pets at a young age they can be quite affectionate towards them. These hybrids aren't guard-dogs, they aren't going to attack strangers. Rather, they make great watchdogs and will only bark when a stranger is near.

Lab'Aire Activity Requirements

Both the Labrador Retriever and Airedale Terrier are medium to high energy dogs. As such it can be assumed that their hybrid, the Lab'Aire, will fall somewhere in the middle as an energetic dog. These hybrids tend to require a minimum of 60 minutes of activity and playtime per day. Owners can choose to meet the required activity levels through their dog's favorite games. Some great activities to include in your dog's life include agility training, swimming, fetching, running, hikes and regular trick training in order to prevent boredom. Hybrids who are not properly excercised and left alone for too long may begin getting bored and are likely to demonstrate destructive behavior in order to cope with lack of mental stimulation
Activity Level
low activity medium activity high activity
Low Medium High
Rec. Walk Mileage Per Week
10 miles
walk mileage
Minutes of Activity Per Day
60 minutes
activity minutes

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Lab'Aire Food Consumption

Cups Per Day
2.5 cups
cup per day cost cup per day cost
Daily Cost
$1.80 - $1.90
food bowls daily cost
Monthly Cost
$40.00 - $52.00
food bag monthly cost

Lab'Aire Height & Weight

6 Months
Male Lab'Aire size stats at six months
Height: 19.5 inches Weight: 45.0 lbs
Female Lab'Aire size stats at six months
Height: 17.0 inches Weight: 35.0 lbs
12 Months
Male Lab'Aire size stats at 12 months
Height: 22.5 inches Weight: 65.0 lbs
Female Lab'Aire size stats at 12 months
Height: 21.5 inches Weight: 57.5 lbs
18 Months
Male Lab'Aire size stats at 18 months
Height: 23.0 inches Weight: 72.5 lbs
Female Lab'Aire size stats at 18 months
Height: 22.0 inches Weight: 62.5 lbs
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Written by Simran M.W.

Published: 10/25/2017, edited: 02/24/2021

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Lab'Aire Owner Experiences

Duckie
1 Year
2 People
Apartment
Health
Grooming
Friendliness
Energy
Trainability
Pastimes
Swim
Hike
Explore the city
Explore the woods
Run
Fetch
I love my Lab'Aire so much. She is the most affectionate dog I have ever met. All she wants to do is play or cuddle! Huge personality and extremely well behaved and extremely smart
2 years, 3 months ago
Max
2 Years
7 People
House & Yard
Health
Grooming
Friendliness
Energy
Trainability
Pastimes
Tug-of-war
Walking,
Fetching
Hide & Seek
Great dog. Wonderful with our family and fun to play with and be around.
4 years, 6 months ago
Harley
8 Years
2 People
House
Health
Grooming
Friendliness
Energy
Trainability
Pastimes
Tug of war
She’s just a wonderful dog. So good with my son who is 12. They are best buddies.
6 years, 2 months ago
Rosie
16 Months
2 People
Apartment
Health
Grooming
Friendliness
Energy
Trainability
Pastimes
Walk
Good with us at home loves to play with her toys.
6 years ago
EBuzz
1 Year
1 People
House
Health
Grooming
Friendliness
Energy
Trainability
Pastimes
Fetch
Hide & Seek
Very loving. Protective. Smart. Funny. Vocal. High energy.
5 years, 11 months ago
Darth Vader
10 Years
4 People
House & Yard
Health
Grooming
Friendliness
Energy
Trainability
Pastimes
He's a house dog. Just wants to be around people
He has some chow and boarder dog in him. He has been a fantastic dog. Very smart and wants to please. We bought him his own kitten so he is great with cats. I would clone him. He is better behaved than my kids....we can bring him anywhere
5 years, 8 months ago
Bandit
1 Year
2 People
House & Yard
Health
Grooming
Friendliness
Energy
Trainability
Pastimes
Walking
swimming
Hes very loyal and vocal around new people and animals, very intelligent and sweet. Always been 100% sweet and loving with children of all ages
5 years, 7 months ago
Padfoot
2 Years
2 People
House
Health
Grooming
Friendliness
Energy
Trainability
Pastimes
He's very loyal and a great watch dog. He's like a child and loves to be held on your hip like one too!
5 years, 6 months ago
Rhyleigh and Tucker
6 Months
3 People
House & Yard
Health
Grooming
Friendliness
Energy
Trainability
Pastimes
Fetching
Frisbee
Our female is more dominant. Highly intelligent, loving and herds us. Loves to please. Our male has the more laid back lab, goofy and lovable qualities; follows his sister’s lead.
5 years, 4 months ago
Sally
8 Months
5 People
House
Health
Grooming
Friendliness
Energy
Trainability
Pastimes
Tug of war
Boat ride
Fetching
We rescued this pup about a month ago. She is extremely affectionate and loves to cuddle. She is highly energetic and would love to rough house and play as much as we will allow. With a 12 year old boy at home, I keep the rough play to a minimum. She plays with our Chihuahua fairly well but can get a little rough for the older Chihuahua's taste! We have 2 cats and so far this has been our biggest challenge. She has a very strong nose and will search relentlessly for the cats. I wish we had gotten her at a younger age so they could have bonded. The cats are indoor/ outdoor so it was tough to keep her from chasing them beyond the property borders so I installed an invisible fence which is working wonderfully. She is learning the boundries nicely and so far has not really attemted to "cross the border". She seems smart and trainable and I have enrolled her in 12 weeks of classes. We are thrilled to have her and really love her little beard!
5 years, 1 month ago
Chloe
8 Years
5 People
House & Yard
Health
Grooming
Friendliness
Energy
Trainability
Pastimes
Walking
Tug-of-war
Jumping
Chloe is the biggest love bug we have ever met she became best friends with one of our female German Shepherd mix dogs our shepherd was over weight when we found Chloe but Chloe came in here like her personal trainer and worked her out everyday she also at age 4 she fell in love with our infant daughter she carried our daughter’s little knit hat around with her for 8 months as our daughter grew they became closer and closer Chloe used to get in her crib and toy box with our daughter I’m not sure what we did to deserve her but her personality is bigger than life
5 years ago
sidney
18 Years
2 People
House
Health
Grooming
Friendliness
Energy
Trainability
Pastimes
our lab-aire, sidney. lived to be about 16 years old. we got her in 1994. she was the best guard dog we could have asked for. didnt bark unless someone she didnt know was near the property. but she loved to play, and was a very active dog. she tolerated other animals but wasnt fond of them, but she never fought with them.
4 years, 7 months ago
Leonard
4 Years
5 People
House & Yard
Health
Grooming
Friendliness
Energy
Trainability
Pastimes
Dog Parks
Car rides
Walks
He is amazing and one of the best dogs I have ever had. As a mother with children I can say it’s a great family dog he loves kids and cuddles from them
4 years ago
Weeyah
10 Years
2 People
House & Yard
Health
Grooming
Friendliness
Energy
Trainability
Pastimes
What a special girl she is! Weeyah was only 12 weeks old first time she fearlessly jumped into our pool after seeing me dive in! Couldn’t wait to join me! Our other two dogs NEVER went in. Within a year she was jumping off boat dock near home, and fully engaged with all water related activities. We’ve had a lot of dogs in our lifetime and weeyah is the most high energy but with a very very sweet demeanor. Extremely loyal, and a social butterfly with people especially. One of the greatest joys of our life at 10yrs old, she’s only slightly slowed down. Very very smart dog who follows instruction even thru distraction etc I she would have made a great search & rescue dog.
3 years, 11 months ago
Niles
1 Year
7 People
House & Yard
Health
Grooming
Friendliness
Energy
Trainability
Pastimes
He’s a chewer. Loves to tear apart his toys. He’s aggressive toward other dogs
3 years, 3 months ago
Bindi
5 Years
3 People
House
Health
Grooming
Friendliness
Energy
Trainability
Pastimes
Going on drives
Walk
Groom
Eating Snacks
Nap
Playing in the snow
My dog’s about five or six years old. My family and I rescued her a few years ago and she is the sweetest dog I’ve ever met. She likes to bark and growl at things outside but she’d truly never hurt a fly. She loves meeting new people and being outdoors and she gets along great with my two cats.
3 years ago
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