Origin

The Labrador Retriever evolved in the Newfoundland and it also is very famous in united states. In the 1800 century these dogs were brought to England and they were properly developed there. This is one of the oldest breeds and very well known for it’s retrieving attitudes.

General Description

Labrador Retrievers are more in length than in height. They have a stout and strong body. They are very brave. They have a broad head and a square shaped medium sized muzzle. Labrador Retrievers have almond shaped hazel eyes and their ears are pendant shaped hanging by their head. They have a big nose at the tip of their muzzle and they have strong straight limbs and legs. The Labrador Retriever has a long tail slightly curved at the tip and they have a great sniffing power. Their back side is level and they have a wide neck. The breed has arched toes and broad shoulders and elbows. There are generally two types. One is the American which is tall and not too broad and the other is the English Labrador which is very fatty and thick. They have a very smooth and glossy coat and are found mainly in black, cream, white and red colours.

Character

The Labrador Retriever proves to be a good hunter and companion. They are very much devoted to their families and are also protective of their territory and family. They are the strongest among all the retrievers. They love nature to a great extent and are very brave and intelligent. The Labrador Retriever are very athletic and have a great capability of working. They have a great determination and very rough and tough. They are very friendly and obedient in nature. They are slow learners but they are really easy to train due to their intelligence. This breed is very good and gentle to children and also cool to other pets and cats. Although this is a gentle breed but it is of independent nature. They love doing what they like so they are not at all recommended for inexperienced owners. The really require firm handling. Proper training and socialization classes are very much required otherwise things may get worse. They are not similar to other retrievers. They do not mix with strangers properly and they are very slow at learning things.

Temperament

The Labrador Retriever is a very strong and powerful breed. They are extremely loyal and devoted to their family. These dogs are also protective of their families and territory. Very loving breed but still they require early training and socialization classes. They are good to children and other animals also. They cannot properly mix with strangers as other retrievers. Some may be aggressive toward other animals who they do not know. They are great companions and love human interaction very much. If they are left alone for a long time then they may get frustrated and destructive. The Chesapeake Bay Retriever is a good breed but they are not at all recommended for novice owners.

Training

Labrador Retrievers are very intelligent breed but at the same time they may be independent in nature. For that reason firm handling is required. Early socialization and training classes are required. Rough training methods should not be used as they would not respond to that. Training should be done with consistency, firmness and fairness.

Health

This breed may be affected by hip dysplasia, elbow dysplasia, eye problems and PRA. Their average life span is 10-12 years.