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English Labrador Retriever
By John J. James

Labrador retriever got famous in England during the year 1870 and it was during the year 1903 when the English Kennel Club tagged it as a breed popular as house pets. Later during the year 1917, this breed became popular at American Kennel Club. Labrador retriever breed is the most famous and registered breed in United States as well as in United Kingdom. Popularity of this breed is increased due to its ability on field. Labrador Retrievers are well known and adjustable for tracking, hunting, retrieving, law work, narcotics work and also for spirited obedience. These are also adoptable for watch dog job, serving the blind, investigate and set free. Labrador retriever differs as per size as medium to large and they are athletes. English Labrador retriever dogs are solid and their skin coat is double layered that come in different colors, various shades of yellow, black and chocolate.

Labrador Retrievers are in two types namely the English Lab and the American lab. These are not considered as two separate breeds but have some differences in them. English Labrador retriever are shorter compared to American labs. They are very affectionate and have beautiful and expressive eyes. Labs have pendant ears that hang close to their head. Labradors have a thick powerful neck and their chest is a bit broad with a strong back. Tail of this breed is medium in size and distinguishable. The popularity of these breeds has increased due to their friendly nature. They are very loving, affectionate and clever dogs. This breed is loyal and full with character and gets along well with children. These dogs require a good set of people to take care of with time and love shown for them. Labs are a kind of breed that requires fewer efforts for training.

Labs respond in a best way to helpful reinforcements. English Labrador Retrievers are with friendly nature and thus they are not suitable for a safety guard purpose. These can be used as watch dogs as they display a good barking power as they see unfamiliar people coming close to them or approaching towards house. Labs can be very different and unhelpful if proper physical and mental motivation are not given or are kept alone for longer duration. These can proceed forcefully when they see other dogs particularly of same sex. In general this breed is one of the popular dogs allover and is liked by everyone. These dogs are very handy for indoor purpose and deal with good help outside too. The Labrador breed is a fun dog that likes to play all the time or get busy in something or the other. A regular walk or going for jogging along with these dogs is a kind of refreshments for them. No breed enjoys staying at home all the time. Swimming can be a good option for these dogs specially the younger ones. Keeping English Labrador retrievers is a good option for enjoyment as well as some security.

I am John James from bestbreedlabrador.com and I am an expert on dogs. I hope this article gives you a good start on being careful for choosing the right breed, I have written a lot more advice on English Labrador Retriever and tips on Pets.

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