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Labrador Retriever Basics
from:Labrador Retriever The Labrador Retriever is one of several
kinds of retriever. Although somewhat boisterous if untrained,
they are exceptionally affable, gentle, intelligent, energetic
and good natured, both as companion and working dog. With
training, the Lab is one of the most dependable, obedient and
multi-talented breeds in the world.
American or English
Labrador Retrievers are usually described as being either
"English" or "American", they can also be described a show or
field Labradors, with the show Labradors being the English and
the field being the American. English or show labs tend to be
smaller and stockier than the American or field labs. Having
said that, it is not uncommon for an American lab to be short
and stocky and an English Labrador to be larger and thin many
due to the tremendous amount of small scale or backyard breeders
that actively breed Labradors.
High Energy
Labradors often have high energy and are smarter than the
average dog. This means if they are not given sufficient amounts
of exercise and training they can be handful, especially as
younger dogs. A good brisk walk in the morning and the evening
is a good idea for younger to middle aged Labradors. They are a
very pack oriented, social dog so these walks have tremendous
benefits to keeping order around the home as well as giving both
of you much needed exercise. Not only are Labradors high energy
most have a food drive that is really second to none and I have
often heard people say, "A Labrador will eat anything that is
not getting ready to eat them". Maybe a little bit of an
exaggeration but not by too much.
Labrador Colors
In addition to coming in different body types, labs come in a
variety of colors as well. The Black Labradors are the oldest of
the Labrador colors followed by the Yellow Labradors. Next are
the Chocolate Labradors which are most recent addition to the
Labrador family. Do not be surprised if your black lab has a
sibling that is yellow or brown though. Yellow and black often
are found in the same litter and when chocolates and black labs
are bred together, which they often are, you will have a mix of
chocolate and black labs. Fox Red Labradors are making a
comeback in recent years. The fox red coloration was the
original color that was associated with yellow labs until it was
almost entirely bred out to achieve the more desirable yellow
cream color. If you go for the fox red color make sure you go to
a reputable breeder as some folks are taking short cuts just to
achieve the fox red color. Another recent development in the
Labrador world are Silver Labradors. Some breeders have been
producing them but there is significant controversy surrounding
these dogs as other breeders believe these dogs are actually a
mix of a Labrador and something else.
Canine Info
Birth place: Newfoundland Nicknames: Commonly called
Lab/Labrador Types: usually two types: English Labrador
(heavier, thicker, and blockier) and the American Lab (tall,
lanky) Appearance: Solid, muscular, slightly longer than tall.
Stature: 22-24 inches in height (56-61cm.) Weight: 60-75 lbs in
weight (27-34 kg.) Coat: Short, hard, easy-care, water-resistant
double coat Color: Solid black, chocolate, yellow, fox red
(Silver or gray is controversial) Head: Broad, with thick nose,
pronounced stop, fairly wide muzzle, powerful neck Eyes:
Chestnut or hazel Ears: Medium in size and decorated Teeth: like
scissors-bite Limbs: bone structure is very good Feet: Webbed
for swimming Tail: Otter tail, strong, thick near the body then
tapering, completely covered with hair Life span: 10-12 years
Canine Facts
The Labrador is considered the most popular breed of dog (by
registered ownership) in the world, and is by a large margin the
most popular breed by registration in the United States (since
1991), the United Kingdom and several other countries.
It is also the most popular breed of assistance dog in the
United States, Australia, and many other countries, as well as
being widely used by police and other official bodies for their
detection and working abilities.
Labrador Retrievers respond well to praise and positive
attention, and are considerably "food and fun" oriented.
Health
Labrador pups should not be bought before they are 7-10 weeks
old. They can carry some disorders like:
Prone hip; Elbow dysplasia; Luxating
patella in knee; Eye problems like progressive retinal
atrophy, cataracts, corneal dystrophy and retinal dysplasia; Hereditary myopathy causing deficiency in type II
muscle fiber
Famous Labrador retrievers
Endal: he was a service dog in England as well as the most
decorated dog in the world. He is the first dog to ride on the
London Eye and the first dog known to work a 'chip and pin' ATM
card. As of 2007 some three hundred camera crews from several
countries have interviewed Endal and his owner Allen Parton, and
a film of a year in his life is in production.
Jake: a black Labrador who became a national canine hero after
burrowing through white-hot, smoking debris in search of
survivors in the 9/11 World Trade Center attacks. Also helped
search for Hurricane Katrina victims in 2005.
Lucky and Flo: twin Black Labrador counterfeit detection dogs
who became famous in 2007 for "sniffing out nearly 2 million
pirated counterfeit DVDs" on a six-month secondment to Malaysia
in 2007. Following the multi-million dollar, 6-arrest Malaysian
detection, they became the first dogs to be awarded Malaysia's,
"outstanding service award" and software pirates were stated to
have put a 60,000 dollar contract out for their lives.
Clinton and his Buddy: Former U.S. President Bill Clinton's
Labradors Buddy and Seamus, and Russian President Vladimir
Putin's Labrador 'Koni' are the famous pet labs.
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