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About the Labrador Retriever
By admin | October 5, 2007
A closely related relative to the Newfoundland, the Labrador Retriever breed began in Newfoundland Canada as a smaller, shorter hair dog. The Lab was referred to as a small Newfoundland, the Labrador traveled with fishermen who took them to England. There they were used as a very skilled sporting dog.
The Labrador Retriever breed was established in 1904 by the the English Kennel Club. The American Kennel Club followed suit. Since that time the Labrador Retriever has moved beyond working and hunting, to becoming one of the most versatile and useful dogs today.
Information about the Labrador Retriever: A medium-sized dog who is around 21 to 24 inches tall, the Labrador Retriever is a strong dog, built to retrieve game. The Labrador is one of a few dogs that have webbed feet, this helps it retrieve waterfowl while swimming. A beaver type tail also assists this, acting much like a beaver’s tail in steering the dog while swimming in the water. The Labrador Retriever is medium in size, strong, athletic, and well balanced. They are friendly, outgoing, and possess an extremely sweet personality.
There are two types of Labrador: The American, which is tall and lanky, and the English, which is more thick and heavy. This sporting breed is very good at hunting and also retrieving. Labrador Retrievers are true companions and very much respected for their loving and mild nature.
The Labrador’s coat is mostly waterproof. It has 2 coats, a top coat and an under coat. The top coat has short, dense and straight hairs. The under coat is water proof and soft and can help to protect it from cooler temperatures. The color of the coat comes in chocolate, black, and yellow. The accepted colors for the Labrador Retriever are yellow, black, and chocolate (brown). The black labs should be entirely black. Yellow labs can be a darkish gold color to a very light cream color. Chocolate labs can be light brown to a very dark (almost black) brown. The lab’s coat is graded as “average” in shedding.
The most appealing aspect of a Labrador Retriever is their mild temperament. An easy going nature with a distinctive desire to please make this dog the versatile canine it is today. The perfect family dog, Labrador Retrievers are generally not aggressive and happy to play fetch for hours. Their intelligence make them first choice for many tasks in the workforce, including guide dogs and detection work. Labrador Retrievers are very intelligent, loyal, and dedicated. The Labrador Retriever is reliable, affectionate, and adore human companionship and attention. They are so very exceptional with children and get along very well with other dogs. They may be cautious with strangers and can make good watchdogs. The Lab definitely needs attention. If left alone for for a for a period of time without attention they will become very bored and lonely.
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Knee Ligament and Knee Joint Repair Options for Labrador Retrievers
By | August 19, 2008
The traditional technique (extracapsular technique) typically isn’t used in large breed dogs, such as Black Labrador Retrievers, Yellow Labrador Retrievers or Chocolate Labrador Retrievers due to the added stress on the joint from the …
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The Good, The Bad, And The Black Labrador Breeder
By | August 19, 2008
Labrador retrievers are one of the most popular and beloved dog breeds in the country, and also around the world. They are easy to get along with and are very good with children. If you have decided to on purchasing your new pet puppy …
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Get Training Tips From An ASPCA Expert Today!
By | August 19, 2008
Does your dog walk you in the mornings? Does your cat join you at the table for dinner? Don’t get frustrated. Animals aren’t born knowing how to sit, stay or get off the furniture when you tell them to, but they can be taught—and and we can tell you how!Please join the fabulous Victoria Wells, ASPCA Manager of Shelter Behavior and Training, for a live discussion all about animal training. Wells,
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Coweta dogs URGENT for 8/20
By | August 18, 2008
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Coming To America: A History Recording Of The Labrador Retriever
By | August 18, 2008
In the 1920’s the Labrador Retriever began gaining popularity with American sportsmen. Although a few “English retrievers,” as Labradors were called in 19th century America, had made their way to our shores, few could be located in …
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Dog Picture - Chocolate Labrador Retriever
By | August 18, 2008
A chocolate Labrador Retriever is captured as it races across a sunset-drenched beach at Rincon, California, in January, 2008. The happy.
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ASPCA to Speak at Conference on Michael Vick Case
By | August 18, 2008
The 2007 dog fighting scandal and resulting federal case against former football star Michael Vick and his codefendants dominated the press for months and generated overwhelming public concern. On Friday, September 19, the American Bar Association (ABA) and the National Canine Research Council will host “Prosecuting and Representing Animal Abusers and Caring for the Victims—the Michael Vick Case
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Jet 08/17/08
By | August 17, 2008
7 month old male Labrador Jet and his home… Jet at 8 months. He likes his Kennel. Originally uploaded by Steinychris - Christine (New Zealand) Technorati Tags: Labrador Retriever Pictures Labrador Retriever photos Labrador Retrievers …
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How A California Rare Fruit Grower Survived A Demolition-Derby …
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male Labrador Retriever, CandyBoy, I was in for a shock for the chewing/damage this breed can do to the backyard greenery and garden ornaments. This is what I experienced and what I learned. My collection of resin, plastic, ceramic, …
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ah the blues again….
By | August 17, 2008
If you didn’t see my post before…http://www.lab-retriever.net/board/g…-t7298414.html I had hopes that some of you would be right but at last she emailed me and lectured me for being offend by the forwards…..and then sent me …
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