Playful
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Affectionate
Reliable
Social
Kind
Cheerful
Trustworthy

Playful
Loving
Independent
Happy
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Cheerful
Quiet

Spangold Retrievers are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

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

Golden Retriever, English Springer Spaniel

Labrador Retriever and Saint Bernard

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

Unknown

1990s

Hazel
Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Cream
Red

Red
White
Black
Fawn
Brown

Spangold Retrievers have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Labernards have short coats.

Wavy

Straight

Entropion
Retinal Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Phosphofructokinase (PFK) Deficiency

Gastric Torsion
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia

Skin Disorders

Otitis Externa
Entropion
Cataracts
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Ear Examination
Blood Analysis
Full Body Physical Examination especially of the joints

X-Rays
Ear Examination
Eye examination
Full Physical Examination

Spangold Retrievers' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Labernards are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Spangold Retrievers require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Labernards need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Spangold Retrievers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Labernards have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Spangold Retrievers bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Labernard dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Road trip, Walk, Fetch, Hike, Swim, Cuddle, Eating Snacks, Running, Walking

Playing toys, Hide & Seek, Cuddling, Running, Road trip, Swim, Fetch, Brushing, Tag, Walking, Play, Sleeping, Walk, Run, Go Camping, Climbing

Spangold Retrievers are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Labernards are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Spangold Retriever, it's at least 8 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 Labernard, it's at least 15 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

Spangold Retrievers require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

The Labernard has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Ideally, Spangold Retriever should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Labernard 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

Pin Brush
Dematter
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Flea Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 60-65 pound (27 - 29 kg) Spangold Retriever 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 102-220 pound (46 - 100 kg) Labernard feed 4 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 Spangold Retriever is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average cost of a Labernard is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Spangold Retriever is between $55 - $63. This makes an average of $660 - $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.

The average per month expenses of a Labernard is between $112 - $126. This makes an average of $1344 - $1512 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.

Spangold Retriever is highly intelligent and very trainable.

Labernards are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

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

Labernards are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

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

Labernards are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Spangold Retrievers are highly friendly around strangers.

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

Spangold Retrievers are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Labernards are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.