Labrador Retriever Dogs and Puppies

The Lab is the most popular breed of dog in both the United Kingdom and the United States of America as determined by registered ownership. The Labrador is an impressively intelligent, affable, good natured and energetic breed making them exceptional working dogs and companions. Labradors resond very well to positive attention and praise. The dogs are also well known for their enjoyment of water. Historically, the Labrador was selectively bred for retrieving game in water environments as "gun dogs" and in waterfowl hunting as companions. This fact also gave them a good amount of time to bond with their owner and led to their overall good temper. Labradors can be bred in many colors including black, chocolate, yellow, and brown.

Temperament

Labradors are a versatile well balanced breed, adaptable to a broad range of diverse functions as well as making exceptional pets. As a rule Labradors are not subject to pining, territorialism, insecurity, destructiveness, aggression, hypersensitivity or other complex traits with are apparent in other dog breeds. Also as their unique name suggest they make excellent retrievers.

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