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History  Labrador Retrievers

Labrador Retrievers are believed to have originated in Greenland, Canada, where their ancestors were used by fishermen. There, the Labrador used to work on the Newfoundland coast retrieving the cork floats of fishing nets and swimming them ashore so that fishermen could pull in the fish-filled nets. They were also used as a [...]

Labrador Care Tips
Labrador Retrievers should never be kept in a locked space, as they need plenty of exercise. They are happiest out in the countryside, but will adapt to an urban environment with a fenced yard when sufficient exercise is given. Labrador Retriever puppies are easy to raise and train and should be introduced to [...]

Significant crossbreeds

The “Labradoodle” is a popular “designer dog” that combines a Labrador with a Poodle, to create a hybrid that is more suited to allergy sufferers. Some assistant-dog groups use Golden Retriever / Labrador Retriever hybrids (officially called a Golden Labrador Retriever) in hopes of having dogs with fewer genetic problems. Another significant crossbreed of [...]

The Labrador Retriever

Description: The Labrador Retriever is a strongly built, very active dog, wide over the loins with strong and muscular hindquarters. They have smooth, thick fur all over which can be yellow, black or chocolate colored. Labradors have medium length drop ears and a brown or black nose. Labrador retrievers are a well-balanced and [...]