The Labrador Retriever did not come from Labrador, but from Newfoundland, where it used to help haul the fisherman's nets ashore. Labrador Retrievers were previously called black water dogs, St. John's water dogs, or little Newfoundlanders and Newfoundlands.

Labrador Retrievers were the first recognized as a separate breed by the English Kennel Club in 1903. The American Kennel Club (AKC) recognized Labrador Retrievers way back in 1917. Today, for many reasons, the Labrador Retrievers are consistently rated among the three most popular breeds of dogs. Labrador Retrievers are a good-natured, trainable, and intelligent dog that requires no fussy grooming. They are notoriously healthy. The Labrador Retriever has truly earned its place at the top. Why, just by being its wonderful self, this dog has captivated dog lovers across America and around the world.

Labradors are known for their willingness to please and their sunny dispositions. they are rated in the top 10 for intelligence of all dogs. Labrador Retrievers are obedient, loyal, courageous and hard workers. this makes labrador retrievers easy to train as house pets. They have an amazing ability at swimming and retrieval. today, apart from being a gundog or a great hunting companion, Labradors often act as guide dogs for the blind, been trained to detect or sniff out drugs and explosives. Labs temperament is responsive, friendly, non-aggressive, good with children and other dogs. Being a good watch dog they will let you know when strangers are approaching. There are very popular as companions. Labrador Retrievers are simply a great dog.

According to American Kennel Club (AKC) standards the Labrador Retriever height at the withers for a dog is 22½ to 24½ inches; for a bitch is 21½ to 23½ inches. Any variance greater than ½ inch above or below these heights is a disqualification. Labrador approximate weight of dogs and bitches in working condition: dogs 65 to 80 pounds; bitches 55 to 70 pounds.
The minimum height ranges set forth in the paragraph above shall not apply to dogs or bitches under twelve months of age.

Labrador retriever coats have a distinctive feature, the lab coat should be short, straight and very dense, giving a fairly hard feeling to the hand. The Labrador Retriever should have a soft, weather-resistant undercoat. this coat provides protection from water, cold and all types of ground cover. The lab coat may have a slight wave down the back, which is permissible. Woolly coats, soft silky coats, and sparse slick coats are not typical of the breed. minimum light brushing of the coat will keep it in great shape.

The Labrador Retriever coat colors are black, yellow and chocolate. any other color or a combination of colors is a disqualification. a small white spot on the chest is permissible, but not desirable. white hairs from aging or scarring are not to be misinterpreted as brindling.
Blacks coats are all black where a black with brindle markings or a black with tan markings is a disqualification. Yellow coats may range in color from fox-red to light cream, with variations in shading on the ears, back, and underparts of the dog. Chocolates may vary in shade from light to dark chocolate. chocolate with brindle or tan markings is a disqualification.

American kennel club (akc) disqualifications are:
1. any deviation from the height prescribed in the standard.
2. a thoroughly pink nose or one lacking in any pigment.
3. eye rims without pigment.
4. docking or otherwise altering the length or natural carriage of the tail.
5. any other color or a combination of colors other than black,
yellow or chocolate as described in the standard.

The puppies are easy to raise and should be introduced to people at an early age. Labs are active and enjoy human interaction. Owners need to take time out to exercise, train and play with their labrador retriever. urban or country environment with a fenced yard does just fine.

Labrador retrievers are a hardy dog. being up-front, labs with some kennels have potential problems with hip dysplasia, epilepsy, progressive retinal atrophy and skin allergies. in our bloodline of Labradors Retrievers we make sure you have a happy healthy puppy and provide a guarantee. this guarantee is shown below on this web page.

The life span of a labrador retriever is known to be 10-12 years. the litter size is usually around 7-8 puppies.

First registered by the akc: 1917
AKC group: sporting group
Class: gundog
Registries: akc, ankc, ckc, fci (group 8), kc(gb), ukc

Again, the Labrador Retriever is a good-natured, trainable intelligent dog that requires no fussy grooming and is notoriously healthy. The tend to have a special bond with people making them a great companion and excellent obedience dogs. The Labrador Retriever can easily win over your heart!

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