AvailableNot HDB-approved · $4,588–$5,500 · licence BR25052
Labrador Retriever Puppies for Sale in Singapore
An endlessly optimistic retriever who never quite grew up. The Labrador is one of the world’s favourite family dogs: friendly, trainable and food-motivated. It is a large breed, not HDB-approved, and needs daily exercise and weight management to stay healthy.
Not HDB-approved
Available Labrador Retriever puppies
Here are the Labrador Retriever puppies available now. Each is vet-checked, vaccinated to date and comes with health certification and ancestry records. Tap "Ask about this puppy" to check it is still available and arrange a viewing.
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AvailableSize
Large
Adult weight
25–36 kg
Lifespan
10–12 years
Energy
High
Grooming
Low
Shedding
High
How much is a Labrador Retriever in Singapore, and is it HDB-approved?
A well-bred, AVS-licensed Labrador Retriever in Singapore costs $4,588–$5,500, including its vet check, vaccinations to date, health certification and ancestry records. The Labrador is a large breed and is not HDB-approved; it needs a condo or landed home.
About the Labrador Retriever
The Labrador is one of the world’s favourite family dogs: friendly, trainable and food-motivated. It is a large breed, not HDB-approved, and needs daily exercise and weight management to stay healthy.
Where the Labrador Retriever comes from. Bred in Newfoundland to help fishermen haul nets and retrieve fish, then refined in England, the Labrador’s love of water and work runs deep.
In temperament, expect a dog that is friendly, outgoing, trainable and food-motivated. It suits active families in condo or landed homes who want a large, biddable, sociable dog. Knowing why the breed was originally developed is the quickest way to predict how it will behave in your home: a working heritage usually means more exercise and stimulation, while a companion heritage usually means a dog that simply wants to be near you.
At a glance
- TemperamentFriendly, Outgoing, Trainable, Food-motivated
- Coat sheddingHigh
- Typical price$4,588–$5,500
- HDB statusNot HDB-approved
Colours and coat variants of the Labrador Retriever
Labrador Retriever litters here typically arrive in Yellow, Black, Chocolate, Fox Red and Cream. Rarer colours in a litter are priced toward the top of the $4,588–$5,500 range and common ones toward the bottom; the colour never changes the temperament, health screening or paperwork. If you want a specific colour, say so in your first WhatsApp message and we will tell you honestly whether one is in a current litter or worth waiting for.
Can you keep a Labrador Retriever in an HDB flat?
The Labrador is a large breed and is not HDB-approved; it needs a condo or landed home. HDB allows one dog per flat from its approved breed list, and keeping a non-approved breed can mean a fine and rehoming, so it is worth getting right before you commit. See our full list of HDB-approved dogs, or read the official HDB pet rules.
Living with a Labrador Retriever in Singapore
The climate reality
Loves water, which helps it cool down; still exercise in the cool hours and manage its hearty appetite to prevent heat stress and obesity.
Health to know about
Hip and elbow dysplasia and obesity are the main concerns; a lean weight protects the joints. Ears need regular cleaning to prevent humid-climate infections.
Every puppy follows Singapore's core vaccination schedule (weeks 6, 8 and 12, with deworming at each visit) and comes home around week 9. See the full puppy vaccination schedule.
Grooming, care and exercise
Coat and grooming
The Labrador Retriever has a high-shedding coat with low grooming needs. A quick weekly brush and occasional bath are usually all the coat asks for. Expect noticeable shedding, so regular vacuuming comes with the breed.
Exercise and energy
The Labrador Retriever is a high-energy breed that needs at least an hour of exercise a day plus mental stimulation such as training or puzzle games. Without enough of both, it can become restless, vocal and hard to settle.
For the first weeks at home, our puppy training guide covers crate, potty and settling routines that suit a Singapore flat.
Is a Labrador Retriever right for you?
A good fit if…
Active families in condo or landed homes who want a large, biddable, sociable dog.
Think twice if…
Think twice if you live in an HDB flat (this breed is not on the approved list), or if you cannot commit to daily exercise and enrichment, or if you want a low-shedding dog or someone at home has allergies.
Not sure this is the one? Compare it with every breed we carry, grouped by whether they suit an HDB flat.
Cost of owning a Labrador Retriever in Singapore
Beyond the purchase price, budget for the monthly reality of a Labrador Retriever: around S$150 to S$250 a month on quality food for a large dog, little grooming cost beyond home brushing and the odd bath, plus the annual AVS licence (S$13.50 to S$81), routine vet visits, and preventive care such as deworming and parasite control. Many owners also take out pet insurance, which can run a few hundred dollars a year. A Labrador Retriever typically lives 10–12 years, so you are planning for a long, rewarding commitment, not a one-off cost.
See the full puppy price guide for Singapore, and what is included with every Labrador Retriever further down this page.
How to buy a Labrador Retriever ethically in Singapore
"Who is an ethical Labrador Retriever breeder, and who should I avoid?" is the most asked question in Singapore's dog communities, and it has a checkable answer rather than a rumour-based one. Singapore has plenty of unlicensed and backyard sellers, a Labrador Retriever is a 10-plus-year commitment, and three checks protect you from the wrong source.
1. Verify the licence
Only buy from an AVS-licensed seller and check the number yourself on the AVS registry. Ours is BR25052.
2. See the puppy and papers
Meet the Labrador Retriever in person, and ask for its health certification, vaccination booklet and ancestry records before you commit.
3. Be wary of bargains
A Labrador Retriever priced far below the $4,588–$5,500 range, or a seller who rushes you, is a red flag for an unlicensed or unhealthy source.
Flexible on breed and age? Adoption is the most ethical route of all; our honest adopt-or-buy guide explains what adoption in Singapore actually offers.
Labrador Retriever vs. similar breeds
Still deciding? Here is how the Labrador Retriever compares with breeds people often weigh it against.
| Breed | Size | HDB flat | Shedding | Energy | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Labrador Retriever | Large | Not HDB-approved | High | High | $4,588–$5,500 |
| Golden Retriever | Large | Not HDB-approved | High | High | $4,588–$5,500 |
| Labradoodle | Medium | Not HDB-approved | Low | High | $3,488–$4,800 |
| Beagle | Small | Not HDB-approved | Medium | High | $3,588–$4,500 |
What's included with your Labrador Retriever
Our price is published for a reason: you should know what you are paying for before you message anyone. Every Labrador Retriever leaves us vet-checked, vaccinated to date and fully documented, from an AVS-licensed breeder you can verify on the government registry.
Homecoming also includes our free gifts with every puppy.
Pricing, published
$4,588–$5,500
Published price for this breed (SGD).
- Vet health check & vaccinations to date
- Deworming (done with every vaccination visit)
- Health certification & ancestry records
- Microchipped before homecoming
- Door-to-door delivery available
Labrador Retriever questions, answered
Is a Labrador allowed in an HDB flat?
No. Labradors are large dogs and are not on HDB’s approved list, so they can only be kept in condominium or landed homes in Singapore.
Why do Labradors gain weight so easily?
Labradors are strongly food-motivated and some carry a genetic trait for increased appetite, so measured meals and daily exercise are essential to protect their joints and health.
How much is a Labrador puppy in Singapore?
An AVS-licensed, vaccinated Labrador from Puppy Singapore is priced within $2,888 to $4,488, including vet check, vaccinations to date, health certification and ancestry records.
How much exercise does a Labrador Retriever need?
The Labrador Retriever is a high-energy breed that needs at least an hour of exercise a day plus mental stimulation such as training or puzzle games. Without enough of both, it can become restless, vocal and hard to settle.
Are Labrador Retrievers good with children and families?
Yes. The Labrador Retriever's friendly nature generally makes it a good family companion. As with any dog, early socialisation and teaching children to handle a puppy calmly set everyone up well.
How much does it cost to own a Labrador Retriever in Singapore?
Beyond the Labrador Retriever's purchase price of $4,588–$5,500, expect roughly S$150 to S$250 a month on food, plus grooming, the annual AVS licence (S$13.50 to S$81), routine vet care, and optional pet insurance. Grooming is the swing factor: low-grooming coats cost more to maintain.
How big does a Labrador Retriever get?
The Labrador Retriever is a large breed, weighing about 25–36 kg fully grown. That size is above HDB’s small-breed criteria, so it needs a condo or landed home.
How do I find a responsible Labrador Retriever breeder in Singapore?
Insist on an AVS-licensed seller whose licence you can verify on the government registry, ask to see the puppy in person and its health and vaccination records, and be wary of unusually cheap Labrador Retriever listings or sellers who rush you past the paperwork. Puppy Singapore is licensed under BR25052 and shows you exactly where to check it.
How long do Labrador Retrievers live?
A Labrador Retriever typically lives 10–12 years. A lean weight, a quality diet, regular dental and ear care, and yearly vet checks are the biggest levers on a long, comfortable life.
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