The Labrado
r Retriever is one of the most sought after dogs in the Western World. It is well known for it’s exceptionally friendly attitude and intelligence. Labs make excellent companions and working dogs. The Labrador Retriever is not indigenous to Newfoundland, Canada, but it is believed that the breed was to have originated on the island part of the province, from the now extinct St. John’s Water Dog breed.
While the Lab is one of several kinds of retrievers, it's the most popular breed of dog in both the United States and the United Kingdom. It is a breed that responds well to pra
ise and positive attention. They have been selectively bred for retrieving the downed waterfowl in water environments as 'gun dogs'. The Labrador breed is well balanced and versatile, adaptable to a wide range of functions, as well as making very good pets. Though their primary role is that of a retriever, the steady temperament of Labs and their ability to learn, make them an ideal breed for search and rescue, detection, and therapy work. Approximately 60-70% of all guide dogs in the United States are Labradors. Labs are highly intelligent, initiative-taking, self-directed in working roles.
This breed of dog matures at around three years of age. Their life expectancy is generally 12 to 13 years, and it is a healthy breed with relatively few major problems, though they sometimes can have ear infections, because their floppy ears trap warm moist air. Because Labradors have a reputation for large appetites, the Lab owner must carefully control the dog's food intake to avoid obesit
y and its associated health problems.
A well-kept Labrador is a relatively large dog. Males typically weighing 60 to 80 pounds (27-36 kg) and the female dog is approximately ten pounds less. The Labrador Retrievers are excellent swimmers, with web-toes and an unusually thick and powerful tail that they use as a rudder for changing directions, while in the water. Their short, smooth, interwoven coat is also relatively waterproof. The breed tends to shed hair regularly throughout the year.
r Retriever is one of the most sought after dogs in the Western World. It is well known for it’s exceptionally friendly attitude and intelligence. Labs make excellent companions and working dogs. The Labrador Retriever is not indigenous to Newfoundland, Canada, but it is believed that the breed was to have originated on the island part of the province, from the now extinct St. John’s Water Dog breed.While the Lab is one of several kinds of retrievers, it's the most popular breed of dog in both the United States and the United Kingdom. It is a breed that responds well to pra
ise and positive attention. They have been selectively bred for retrieving the downed waterfowl in water environments as 'gun dogs'. The Labrador breed is well balanced and versatile, adaptable to a wide range of functions, as well as making very good pets. Though their primary role is that of a retriever, the steady temperament of Labs and their ability to learn, make them an ideal breed for search and rescue, detection, and therapy work. Approximately 60-70% of all guide dogs in the United States are Labradors. Labs are highly intelligent, initiative-taking, self-directed in working roles.This breed of dog matures at around three years of age. Their life expectancy is generally 12 to 13 years, and it is a healthy breed with relatively few major problems, though they sometimes can have ear infections, because their floppy ears trap warm moist air. Because Labradors have a reputation for large appetites, the Lab owner must carefully control the dog's food intake to avoid obesit
y and its associated health problems.A well-kept Labrador is a relatively large dog. Males typically weighing 60 to 80 pounds (27-36 kg) and the female dog is approximately ten pounds less. The Labrador Retrievers are excellent swimmers, with web-toes and an unusually thick and powerful tail that they use as a rudder for changing directions, while in the water. Their short, smooth, interwoven coat is also relatively waterproof. The breed tends to shed hair regularly throughout the year.
There are three recognized colors for Labs: black (a solid black color), yellow (anything from light cream to gold to "fox-red"), and chocolate (medium to dark brown). Puppies of all colors can potentially occur in the same litter.