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Choosing a Pet | Our Procedures | Dogs of the Week | Our Dogs | Our Cats | Happy Endings | Responsible Ownership Choosing a PetWhich Breed?Labrador Retriever
Breed Character & Physical Characteristics
He is also well suited to the role of guide dog because of his total dependability. A labrador's best feature is his temperament. Labs are loving, people-oriented dogs. They are happiest when they are with you. Labradors are retrievers and will bring you things they find lying about your house or yard. They tend to be quite patient with children and wonderful family dogs. They are not guard dogs. They may bark protectively, but will generally not act more aggressively. Labs are wonderful people dogs, more likely to lick someone to death than hurt them. They tend to be stable and not easily upset by strange things or occurrences. They will take most things in their stride including almost anything a child might do, like pulling their ears and tail. Back to the top Breed Origins
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Labradors:
These dogs love people. They are easy to train and will be very responsive to orders. Do not allow these dogs to beg or steal food as they can become overweight. If their diet is kept under control they will be fine. If, despite everything, a Labrador does become plump it must be put on a vet-prescribed diet. Labradors can be affected by some hereditary conditions, such as: hip dysplasia and progressive retinal atrophy, so regular health checks are essential. Annual visits to vets for booster injections are required. Coats need a good brushing every few days and if they get wet, they should be dried off with a towel. Back to the top |