Labradane

140-160 lbs
26-28"
United States
Labrador Retriever
Great Dane

The Labradane is a hybrid dog breed. His parent breeds are the Labrador Retriever and the Great Dane. The Labradane is likely to be a large or giant-sized dog depending upon the dominant parent breed. He loves being active, is very social, and is very affectionate with every member of his family. He does require a moderate amount of exercise; otherwise, he is fairly low-maintenance. He is gentle and loyal, and he is great with young children as well as older family members.

purpose Purpose
Companionship
history Date of Origin
Unknown
ancestry Ancestry
Labrador Retriever and the Great Dane

Labradane Health

Average Size
Male Labradane size stats
Height: 28-30 inches Weight: 160-180 lbs
Female Labradane size stats
Height: 26-28 inches Weight: 140-160 lbs
Major Concerns
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Panosteitis
  • Canine Hip Dysplasia
  • Bloat
Occasional Tests
  • Hip

Labradane Breed History

The Labradane hybrid dog breed is the result of a trend in the 1980s in which a demand for smaller dogs became trendy.

The parent dog breed Labrador Retriever hails from the Newfoundland area of Canada. He was originally known as the St. John's dog and was a companion to fishermen in the early 1700s. The main job of the St. John's dog was to retrieve fish that had escaped traps or fish hooks. It is believed that the St. John's dog was interbred with both local water dogs and the Newfoundland to achieve the Labrador we are familiar with today. Labs almost became extinct in the 1800s, but today, they are one of  the most popular dog in the United States.
The Great Dane finds his origins in ancient times. Dogs resembling the Great Dane have been found on ancient Egyptian artifacts and in Babylonian artwork. It is thought that the Assyrians traded the dog to the Greeks and Romans, and this dog was interbred with Mastiff-type dogs or possibly the Irish Wolfhound or Irish Greyhound to achieve the Dane that we recognize today.
At this point in history, the Great Dane was known as the "boar hound." In the 1600s, the Great Dane became a favorite of German nobles. The dog breed was given the name "Great Dane" when a French naturalist observed a boar hound who was thin like a Greyhound. German breeders continued to develop the breed, and eventually, the Great Dane made its way to the United States. 

Labradane Breed Appearance

The Labradane will vary in color. He may be black, brown, and white or he may be brindle, mantle or solid. You may find a Harlequin, but this coat color is rare in the Labradane.  He will be a very large dog and may weigh up to 180 pounds at maturity. He may have a tendency to gain weight, so proper exercise is a must.
Although he is a large dog, he will be relatively slender for his bone structure. He will have floppy ears that will hang close to his cheeks. He has a short, dense coat that is not prone to a great deal of shedding. His coat is generally glossy and thick, much like that of his Great Dane parent breed. He will be well-muscled.
His head is broad and has a pronounced stop. He also features a high-set tail. Although he appears slender, his body is strong and sturdy.

Eye Color Possibilities
blue Labradane eyes
Blue
brown Labradane eyes
Brown
Nose Color Possibilities
black Labradane nose
Black
Coat Color Possibilities
brindle Labradane coat
Brindle
white Labradane coat
White
brown Labradane coat
Brown
black Labradane coat
Black
Coat Length
coat
Short Medium Long
Coat Density
coat density
pin
Sparse Normal Dense
Coat Texture
coat texture
Labradane straight coat texture
Straight Wiry Wavy Curly Corded

Labradane Breed Maintenance

The Labradane is a moderate shedder. He sheds lightly throughout the year in addition to a heavier shed in the spring and fall. He will need brushing at least twice a week. During shedding season, you may need to brush him daily in order to keep the loose hair at a minimum. He will need regular cleaning of his floppy ears. Keep in mind that floppy ears are a breeding ground for infection, so at least once a week, wipe his ears with a damp bath cloth. Be sure to check for odor or redness as this can indicate infection. To prevent tooth decay, brush his teeth at least three times a week.

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Brushes for Labradane
Pin Brush
Pin Brush
Nail Clipper
Nail Clipper
Brushing Frequency
fur daily fur weekly fur monthly
Labradane requires weekly brushing
Daily Weekly Monthly

Labradane Temperament

The Labradane is a gentle giant. He is highly intelligent and wants very much to please his family. He thrives on human interaction. He loves children and gets along with other dogs well. However, some experts warn parents to use caution with smaller children. The Labradane is a large dog, and, while he would not intentionally harm a child of any age, he may knock down a smaller child. Highly energetic like the Labrador Retriever parent dog breed, sometimes in his exuberance he forgets his size. He may enjoy agility exercises; working his mind as well as his body will make for a happy Labradane. He can be leery of strangers, but generally warms up to them. He can suffer from separation anxiety if left alone for long periods of time, so keep that in mind if you travel a good bit. He rarely barks, but his size is so intimidating that most people do not attempt to go into his territory. He is very protective of his family and is extremely loyal.

Labradane Activity Requirements

The Labradane needs a moderate amount of activity. This is especially important as he ages. The Labradane may gain weight if he is allowed to become an inactive adult. He will enjoy brisk walks with you or a trip to the dog park. He might even enjoy a swim! The most important thing to remember is that he gets daily activity in order to stay out of mischief and be healthy. 

Again, play that works the mind of the Labradane as well as his physical body makes him happy. You never want the Labradane to get bored as he may chew furniture or other valuable items.

Activity Level
low activity medium activity high activity
Low Medium High
Rec. Walk Mileage Per Week
5 miles
walk mileage
Minutes of Activity Per Day
45 minutes
activity minutes

Labradane Food Consumption

Cups Per Day
3 cups
cup per day cost cup per day cost cup per day cost
Daily Cost
$2.75 - $3.00
food bowls daily cost
Monthly Cost
$80.00 - $90.00
food bag monthly cost

Labradane Height & Weight

6 Months
Male Labradane size stats at six months
Height: 13.0 inches Weight: 50.0 lbs
Female Labradane size stats at six months
Height: 11.0 inches Weight: 40.0 lbs
12 Months
Male Labradane size stats at 12 months
Height: 18.0 inches Weight: 70.0 lbs
Female Labradane size stats at 12 months
Height: 17.0 inches Weight: 60.0 lbs
18 Months
Male Labradane size stats at 18 months
Height: 23.0 inches Weight: 95.0 lbs
Female Labradane size stats at 18 months
Height: 21.0 inches Weight: 85.0 lbs

Labradane Owner Experiences

Sam
9 Years
2 People
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We live on acreage in Osage, Ok. He is the best wat
He actually watches TV. Loves to go outdoors Loves to be wherever we are. Had my hips replaced 5 years ago and he never left my side. Wherever I am he has his eyes on me. Always escorts me in and out the door. Best dog I've ever had and live him dearly !!!
1 year ago
Oakley
6 Years
5 People
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Absolute gentle giant! Her mom was full blood gray speckled Dane and her dad was a white lab. She is black with white markings, 140 lbs, sweet and loving. When I clean her ears, she holds a grudge against me and gives me the cold shoulder for a few hours. It’s actually cute. We love her and I want her to stay with us forever. However, I know the labradane life span isn’t long. But here’s hoping for many more years with our beloved Oakley.
1 year, 2 months ago
Duck
2 Years
2 People
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Duck is a fantastic addition to our family...he makes us laugh everyday...enjoys going on rides....and playing with the other dogs in the family...and watching his buddy Seymore...our pet Squirell
5 years ago
Sami
4 Months
4 People
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Walking and fetching a ball at this time. I would
She is a rescue pup. All they told us was that she is a lab mix. She is getting so big, so I started researching. Everything on this site tells me she might be a Labradane. Thinking about doing a DNA test. We absolutely adore her.
4 years, 10 months ago
Dallas
4 Years
5 People
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going on walks
when we got him he was a lover.me and my siblings couldn't leave him alone. to this day he is a lover.
4 years, 5 months ago
WOODY
17 Months
2 People
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He rescued us in July 2018. He was only 14 months old and was our first mix. He came from the NY RETRIEVER RESCUE ORG. They thought he was a Lab/Hound Mix. I had a DNA done because I wanted to know health issues and behavior tendencies. The Great Dane lineage is purebred going back to the great grandparents. On the Labrador side, one set of great grandparents was purebred lab, the other set was grey hound and German shepherd. He is hyperactive, very smart and lovable. Much to my happiness, he loves to give kisses. For now, he is still a work in progress as far as chewing and mouthing for play. We have a Basset Hound that he makes crazy for now. He wants to play, she needs to warm up a bit. All in all, he is a fantastic addition to our family. From day one he was sleeping on our bed with us and has been ever since. He adjusted immediately to our home. We are grateful every day that he found us.
4 years, 4 months ago
Luna
4 Months
3 People
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We got her a little around 4 months ago. Originally she was very excitable and energetic, as you would expect a puppy to be, a little less than our other puppies in the past. Now shes a little bigger than our other dog, who is over a year old, and she seems to be taking after her great dane parent as she doesn't seem interested in running around or being active. We have a big yard and, as mentioned earlier, another dog to play with but she seems more interested in coming inside to lay down all day on the floor. While it does make her easier to manage, I'm starting to worry about her health. She won't even get up if you push her out the door or drag her around. I try not to feed her too much in proportion to her inactivity. She's very sweet, the most social of any of our dogs. She will have bursts of activity, like digging or trying to get at the banana trees, or wrestli gently with our other dog.
4 years, 3 months ago
Mia
2 Years
4 People
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Dog Parks
Play keep away
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We got Mia when she was 3 months old from the humane Society, who told us she was a Great Dane. We noticed she had webbed feet, so deduced she had some lab. She thinks she's a lap dog (weight is 105 lbs) and is great with my teenage kids. She gets along well with her adopted sister Luna (pit/lab mix) Does tend to get territorial when on leash and sees other dogs approaching, but can easily play with dogs at day care. I think she just likes to protect her family. We just love her so much!!
3 years, 7 months ago
Dora
18 Months
2 People
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We got Dora from a guy my husband works with...his sister has the mother who is a lab/greyhound. Kept telling my husband she looks like a Great Dane sometimes. Asked the lady if she knew what the father is. She said Great Dane..I knew it. Dora is a year and a half now. Weighing 110 lbs...super friendly affectionate and fun. We just love her so much. She doesn't bark much and is very easy going. She loves walks going to the park and going for rides on the Mule. She has gotten so big that we're thinking about getting a Mule with a backseat for Dora
3 years, 6 months ago
Scout
3 Years
9+ People
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My experience is pretty good but sometimes she barks,bites or scratches at you if she doesn’t get what she wants. ( yes I do give her whatever she wants)
3 years, 4 months ago
Peppa
9 Months
4 People
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We got her as a rescue dog from a shelter about 4 months ago.
3 years, 2 months ago
Bellz
10 Weeks
4 People
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She is only 10 weeks and I'm trying to potty train her in not going to well.she is a happy and sweet puppy but a little greedy at feeding time,
3 years ago
Clay
8 Months
3 People
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Our labradane is still young and very energetic, still very bitey so hard to sit down and watch tv or just chill out when he is in the room. Can be disobedient at times but that will better with training, goes mad when we are out on walks sometimes he chews his lead when walking but once we get into the walk he is fine. Great to ahve when we are in a big space and he is off the lead running about, however when people are about he tends to run after them or jump up on them, but when he is in the house it doesn’t happen. So we have to be careful when we let him off the lead when people are around. He is has a great character and is so playful and full of joy, the whole family love him, life wouldn’t be the same without him. Super dog but also a melter lol
2 years, 10 months ago
Cole
8 Months
3 People
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Lots of walks & keep-a-way with other pups.
We adopted Cole a month ago and have loved having him in our family. He’s well behaved, house trained, crate trained, and loves meeting other people and dogs. He does need some formal training to manage his size and behavior (mostly his excitement). We go to the dog park daily and his favorite thing to do is play keep-a-way and tug-of-war with the other dogs. At first he was letting the bigger boys in the dog park show their dominance, but now he will stand up to them and not let them bully him around. Overall, he’s such a good boy and we couldn’t be more pleased to have adopted him!
2 years, 10 months ago
Pepper
16 Months
3 People
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she loves her walks, running around
We got her at 8 weeks, shes very affectionate, loves attention, hugs and is happiest when shes around people. Easy to potty train and very high energy level she has knock down small kids since she doesnt know her size. Currently she weights in 70 to 80lbs but heavy in structure. She barks when we are not paying attention to her.
2 years, 10 months ago
Bruno
6 Months
3 People
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Walking
We got Bruno when Pandemic started. My friend messaged me on Facebook if we wanted a dog and he was only 7 weeks at that time. Potty training only took him 2 weeks to learned all that. Bruno is our very first dog and we loved him to death. Sinced we don’t have baby anymore cuz our only daughter already 17 year old , Bruno is now our apple of the eye. We are fan of walking and jogging family so Bruno walks and jogged with us all the time . We always carried his little bag with water, food, toys and wipes wherever we go to make sure he has everything he needed. He is now 6 months old and weigh morethan 70 pounds.he’s super sweet, demanding, whinny but very polite and smart Gentle Giant and we just loved him too much.❤️🐕🙏
2 years, 8 months ago
Zeus
10 Weeks
5 People
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We purchased Zeus a few days ago, he had no formal training however had a beautiful temperament. He is extremely smart and has responded well to training. He now sits and goes to the toilet outside. Very affectionate and enjoys snuggles on the lounge. He is a vacuum cleaner when it comes to meal time and can go through quite a bit of water per day. Overall not a very energetic dog as he enjoys brief moments of energy bursts.
2 years, 7 months ago
Astro
18 Weeks
5 People
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playing with other dogs
Astro came to us from a rescue 3 weeks ago. He became part of the family immediately. We have a Cocker Spaniel, two cats, and three children between the ages of 9 and 14. Astro loves everyone even the cats who are still a little weary of him. But that hasn't stopped him from trying to love them.
2 years, 6 months ago
Crew
5 Months
3 People
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Dog Parks
Hike
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5 month old rescue. Has a bad hip so needs to take glucosamine supplements. Doing very well and keeps up with the other dogs! Short black hair that doesn’t shed too much :)
2 years, 6 months ago
Blue
23 Weeks
3 People
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Born April 11 2020. We got Blue at 8 weeks old, he weighed 21 pounds and 14 inches at shoulder. His mom is full Dane his dad full lab. He is now 23 weeks and 3 days. He is 86 solid pounds and 26 inches tall at shoulder and still growing. He is stunning to look at. He has a great personality and works great for us. But I wouldn’t recommend this breed to those who don’t have the time. Blue is never alone and needs that constant connection.
2 years, 6 months ago
Crash
5 Months
2 People
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snuggling, short walks, manners training, watchg
Very quick learner. A rescue from a neglect situation and is food defensive. Very skinny only 23# at 5 months. Gained 5 #s the first week. Very affectionate. Loves toys.
2 years, 5 months ago
Rocky
2 Months
4 People
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swimming
All of us were happy having him in the house. My daughter used to ignore us whole day because she just wanted to be alone with gadgets. She's 7. So we decided to give her a puppy, got a labradabe for her. Now, she plays with Rocky most of her past time. Also, can't believe that Rocky would catch rodents, roaches and other insects and he gifted us those. I think that's the fun part.
2 years, 4 months ago
Vega
2 Years
4 People
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Shes one of the best dogs I've owned...loves the kids ,goes everywhere with them when outside..lives swimming
2 years, 3 months ago
OG Kush
11 Weeks
1 People
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Playdate
Playing in leaves
Go Camping
Best puppy in the world
2 years, 3 months ago
Rocco
5 Years
3 People
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Fetch
Rides
Walk
We got Rocco when he was 4 from our local humane society a year ago and this is our first big dog mix. He is very loveable and doesn't like to be by himself. He likes to be with his humans and loves kids. He does forget how big he is and how hard he wags his tail and it hurts if it hits you. He will occasionally play with stuffed toys but loves to go for car rides.
2 years, 2 months ago
Béni
7 Years
2 People
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Layout(forestry)
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Agility training
Béni is a rescue! She came into my life when she was 3, after having had 9 puppies! Wow. I thought my son and I would be getting a puppy but actually, jk, we became best friends with her. She was a work in progress. That separation anxiety is REAL. But now she is more confident and takes more chances and isnt as afraid of life . I am a midwife(in rural communities) and a wildland firefighter in the summer. She comes and does land rehab with me in the summer and keeps my son and I safe on various adventures in the winter. She has done agility training (and LOVES it! Like wow) and now is learning search and rescue. She is such a good good pup. Eager, kind, gentle, smart. Just so so good. And she looks good in sweaters!!!!😂😂
2 years, 2 months ago
Xenia
5 Months
2 People
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keepaway
Fetch walking keepaway
Xenia is a very smart puppy. She has grown so fast from that little 5 lb puppy we got at 5 weeks old. She loves to play and sleep on my lap, even though she has to lay all the way down my legs. She jumps up on me in the recliner, then pushes me out so she can have it. My husband tells her he's going to get rid of her because she's so rambunkshis, then kisses on her and tells her she is his "wittle" baby girl and loves his little Xenia beania. She isn't going anywhere !She is a great dog.
2 years, 1 month ago
Wednesday
3 Months
5 People
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Play
Great puppy. Got her at 7 weeks old at 8lbs. She is not 12 weeks old and 22lbs! She’s a fast learner but very stubborn. Has some separation anxiety and struggles with create training. Potty training is not too bad. She loves kids and plays a lot “puppy energy” has grown over half the size she was when we got her. She’s a Great Dane/lab mix!
1 year, 9 months ago
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My labradane had thick hair 10 months then started shedding really bad to a thin coat is their anything wrong

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