Dogs 101 - LABRADOR RETRIEVER - Top Dog Facts About LAB Breeds

Dogs 101 - LABRADOR RETRIEVER
Labrador Retriever
Welcome to Brooklyn’s Corner. Today we’re going to give you some awesome facts about a breed that’s near and dear to my heart because well, if you can’t tell from my profile pick, I’m a chocolate lab!
Labrador Retriever, or just Labrador, is the most popular breed in the US and many other countries. You would be interested to know, though, that the breed is not originally from Labrador, the province in Canada. Nor did it develop there. The earliest description of a variety of dogs that resembled the modern Labrador is from Newfoundland, Canada.
Time for some Ruff Trivia:
- Who was the last president to have a Labrador Retriever in the Whitehouse.
o A: Bill Clinton
o B: King of the Terriers
o C: Rascal Terriers
What do you think, give it your best guess in the comments below before we get to the answer! Hang on tight and we’ll get back to this Ruff Trivia Question toward the end of the video.
This was a variety of working dog called the St John’s water dog, very common in the early 1800s, when some specimens were imported into England by dog breeding buffs there. The St John’s water dog was a medium-sized black dog with close hair, used mainly by the fishermen to retrieve fish, pull boats through icy water and for other tasks that involved swimming.
The English found that the dog also served as an excellent retriever when used in hunting for birds. By 1870, the name Labrador Retriever seems to have become common in England - the name stuck because these dogs had been seen being used in the Labrador Sea. Across the Atlantic in Canada, the water dog gradually became extinct because of a high dog tax to protect sheep and strict quarantine policies in England, which prevented further import. But, the core that had been brought to England originally had been allowed to breed, and through further cross breeding with other retrievers, the modern Labrador breed was established by the 1880s. Thankfully, this interbreeding was stopped by law before some of the key features of the original breed could be lost. Originally, only black Labradors were considered acceptable, and yellow or chocolate ones were culled. This changed gradually, and by the early 1900s, non-black varieties had become popular too. The American Kennel Club recognized the breed in 1917.
The height of an adult Labrador Retriever is generally between 22 and 24 inches. The male’s weight is between 65 and 80 pounds, and the female’s weight between 55 and 70 pounds. It has a muscular body, covered with a short dense coat. The colors seen generally are black, chocolate and various shades of yellow. The coat also has a slightly oily texture and is water-resistant. Another set of features that make it good for water-related tasks are the webbed toes. Its head has a powerful jaw, a medium-length muzzle and slightly pronounced eyebrows.
Grooming: A Labrador is fairly easy to care for. A weekly brush and an occasional bath should keep it clean and tidy. Shedding is generally twice a year, but it can vary across individuals. Its nails tend to grow fast, so regular trimming using clippers to prevent outgrowth or splitting is important. The ears need to be checked regularly or wax deposit and teeth should be brushed regularly.
Environment: The Labrador is a very friendly and outgoing breed, excellent for families - the main reason for its popularity as a pet. It gets along well with other animals, children and even strangers, making it a little unsuitable as a guard dog. It loves to explore, and, because of its trusting nature, is known to get lost easily if allowed to move alone in an unfenced area.
Training: The Labrador is a very intelligent dog, widely used in hunting, tracking, therapy, detection and disabled assistance. Its affinity for water also makes it a very good lifeguard. The dog likes to be active, and can get bored easily if not getting its daily dose of physical and mental exertion. Daily exercise is also important because Labradors tend to be indiscriminate eaters and are prone to obesity. Early leash training is advised to prevent its active nature turning into a chain pulling habit in later years.
Health: The breed’s life expectancy is 10 to 12 years. It is a generally healthy breed with some inherited disorders that can be avoided through checks before bringing a pup home. Some of these are: hip and elbow dysplasia, knee problems, eye problems, myopathy, autoimmune problems and deafness. As mentioned earlier, obesity can be an issue with some Labradors.
An ideal family dog, a Labrador Retriever can easily double up as a companion for the outdoors. Good-natured, intelligent, trusting and active, and easy to care for - there is no reason to doubt why the breed is so widely loved by dog owners across the world.
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Music by Kevin McLeod - Royalty Free

[@reggie8370]

I had two beautiful chocolate labs who died while protecting me from a wild cougar. One was killed immediately and the other one died of sadness... I dug their grave side by side as they were extremely loyal. I came back two months later and I saw it. A beautiful Red Fern in between the two graves. Best dogs I ever had.

[@Idk-vt4wq]

Good lord I’m sorry for ur loss but god dayum u could make a movie But still sry for ur loss

[@kudukilla]

Reminds me of what happened to someone who had redbone coonhounds in the Ozarks.

[@royodrawinz5865]

where the red fern grows refrence so i think ur lying but if ur not rip

[@TheDreamWyrm]

I relate, had a yellow lab, best damn dog I ever had. Eventually got bitten defending our farm from a wolf, got infected with rabies and had to put him down.

[@adhamhisham978]

RIP

[@matthewmwangi5710]

I'm getting my first dog tomorrow. He's a little Black Labrador Retriever and I'm naming him Joey. I'm looking forward to sharing a great friendship for years to come.

[@BrooklynsCorner]

FANTASTIC! Best wishes to you and your new pup.

[@dudeisawesome7202]

omg ur pup is prolly like 12 weeks now? how is he doing and how are u liking him, am considering getting a lab as my first dog, been convincing my parents for years but they still dont listen , my dad always says yes , but my mom dont like pets :(

[@conformityisweak8431]

I hope he's settled in nice and is keeping you on your toes :)

[@satyanshshahabadi5828]

How ur dog

[@westernpigeon]

DudeisAwesome Lol do you have a dog yet? my mom says yes and my dad says no 😂 i’m 20 and i’ve begged for a dog since i was 7-8 i’m getting tired of asking i’m just gona pull the trigger and do it myself

[@tonymoretti2347]

My chocolate lab "Bobo" was so smart he learned how to break into my fridge. So I bought a new fridge with the freezer on the bottom ( not easy to open) and he figured it out in 2 days.Rest in peace my beloved Bobo you were the best!

[@mm-fe8sp]

Haha

[@tonymoretti2347]

Yah their a beautiful dog!

[@jennyongoco5553]

Rip

[@onyxbuizon4286]

funny thing is "bobo" means "dumb" in philippines, nonetheless i really like your dog

[@alicjaleniartek104]

My chocolate labrador passed away on August 18 this year. He was 15 years old !. Great dog . We miss him.

[@tucowept]

Sorry for your loss, had to put Sam down in november. He only made it to 10

[@szzr131]

I am sorry for your loss

[@mollie-maiellmer6607]

I have a chocolate Labrador called Stanley, he’s 5 x

[@theodoreskaff1209]

I had a yellow lab lived to be 17. Had him since he was 6wks old. I lived in the country on a farm and always said if I die and am reincarnated, I'd want to come back as that dog. He had an amazing life!

[@cynthiahernandez1725]

I love my chocolate lab! ❤️ My lab is 3 years old and is stuck to my hip. I can't do anything without hearing her little feet tapping behind me (hardwood floors) She's the sweetest girl ever! Loves meeting new people. My sweet cocoa puff.

[@notyahboydavid8536]

Cynthia Hernandez omg i feel the same why with mine but mine is 1 years old

[@uncagedbeast22jeehe7]

Same

[@lindarock6969]

Jesse our chocolate lab is 15 months old but still very naughty !!

[@chrischabra7417]

Soooooooo lucky......pictures of the pooch ?

[@chrischabra7417]

@@lindarock6969 Enjoy the naughty....lol

[@_idekanymore1319]

My 11 year old yellow lab was my best friend, I saw her more than my own family. I had her from age 7, and she passed away when I was 18. Literally the most loving, gentle being I ever met. I miss her more than she’ll ever know.

[@tamis479]

We had to put our 15 yr old chocolate lab down couple days ago. Broke our hearts, we all still cry so much! She was the sweetest girl! We brought her home, buried her next to her sister that we lost exactly 1 yr ago. We miss them so much! I'm crying as I'm typing this.

[@rapsy1699]

The ultimate dog. Loving, faithful, friendly, there are no bad points. Beautiful dogs.

[@viddusenthil559]

Thank you for the awesome video. Labrador Retriever is my favourite.

[@rkacy1975]

Love the amazing amount of information and I adore the trivia 😍❤️😍❤️

[@agnesholingue994]

Ahhhhh! I can't wait to wait yellow baby girl this weekend! She will be my first ever doggo!!! I know she'll become such a special & incredible part of the family! When my mum showed me the picture I could feel something dazzling beneath those big brown puppy eyes!!! 😍😍😍😘😘😘🐶🐕💞💚

[@fartsniffer2722]

2:17 when that bong hit was too power😂

[@birdhoarder]

Getting my first b&w lab tomorrow ❤ She's 3 yrs old and a hurricane rescue, I'm definitely ready to give her a new home!

[@illuminatedcrosshairs7865]

These dogs are so awesome! One of the most versatile dogs in the world! Very special breed indeed!

[@Moonlightv23]

Do they bark a lot?

[@molove5526]

I have a full breed black English lab. She is so beautiful, sweet, smart, Kind, and mild energy for a puppy. I love her so much best and all time favorite breed.

[@karelysvelasquez507]

I had a chocolate lab for 15 years, she was honestly the sweetest little thing, her fur was super silky and soft (I had friend's with labs but for reason their fur was never as silky as my dogs fur??) I would pet her ears all the time because they were so soft and she loved it. It's been a year since she passed and wow do I miss her. Best dogs in the world

[@zandor_staffy]

Oh man I love Labradors. I can't wait to move for a bigger place and get my own lab. Thanks for the video. Subscribed.

[@twiceuponatimewithnoahandc935]

Chocolate lab and baby - adventure kzbin.info/www/bejne/e6fHqoWwgr92ldE

[@SexySheerah]

My baby Daisy - actually she is 5 years old - is the most rough, rambunctious, playful, jealous of my golden with some skin problem and just recently accidentally broke my finger yet I still love her sooooo much. Her loyalty to me is unparalleled!

[@AnimalFacts]

Love this channel!

[@itsfredahere]

My black lab just passed away yesterday. It hurts like hell Edit: I have 12 dogs since then :) and living the best with my big family

[@Handmaderollies]

Reannsyra Nanaonna sorry for your loss.

[@OmANnIe]

Reannsyra Nanaonna + I am so sorry ❤❤❤

[@justanornallife]

Reannsyra Nanaonna sorry

[@justanornallife]

Reannsyra Nanaonna it's just like looking a Fam. Member

[@LincolnTheLabrador]

Reannsyra Nanaonna I'm so sorry

[@brooks3577]

Great video

[@emiliospowerballer1441]

my lab is 13 years old and doesnt seem to give a shit about it. hes playfull runs a lot and still barks at the cats

[@kSwissh007]

awesome!!! 👏🏾👏🏾

[@kusha3079]

Getting a yellow lab puppy in 19 days. Can’t wait !!

[@careenamacleod1443]

Labrador's all the way! Love my lab so much, best and most loyal companion. ❤️

[@ayushraut2005]

literally every lab fact video " you won't know lab is not from labrador but from new finland " I got thatttt!!!!

[@vlone6714]

My chocolate lab turned 2 today but she is the nicest dog ever she is so loyal and listens very well. She is also very gentle and loves getting lovings.

[@HimAspirant]

Very good info

[@cameronkinnan6697]

Yes, my #1 favorite dog breed, cute as hell as a puppy, adorable as it grows, loyal, intelligent, energetic to play fetch, in suprized QuaterBacks don't have Labrador retrievers, i sure would, give them a good run, lots of love, and you'll have a best friend beyond life. We had a Black Lab, i couldn't have asked for a better dog, he passed away little over 2 years ago. His name was Knight.

[@shawnmcweeney2625]

Love the video verry educational

[@megamind4204]

i love my choco lab weimaraner mix he's so chill and sweet

[@Dinopoodles]

I have a 2 year old lab who is the best ! He is working with me as my service dog. 😄😍I love this breed they are darlings

[@TimothyRyanFisher]

My first dog was a chocolate lab, she lived 15 years, was easy to train, I got her at 12 weeks. When I brought her home I threw my back pack across the room and she brought it back. She would sit, stay, heal, come when called and do tricks within the first week. I thought I was a genius dog trainer but it was her, she never chewed anything, she was a great fucking dog, useless as a guard dog. I have a Bull Terrier pup now, complete different experience. My second dog was a 10O lb German Shepherd. My Bull Terrier is my third dog, she would not have been good for a first dog, she’s crazy. Labs are the perfect first dog. It took a Lab and a Shepherd to prepare me for a bull terrier. But my current pup does both the jobs of my previous two dogs. My Shepherd was an awesome guard dog and that’s it. My Bull Terrier does all dog jobs, we love her to death and she would protect Us to the death. My lab would cave for a piece of bread. My Shepherd would grab people by the arm and hold them until I commanded her to let go. She was 100 percent guard dog. My Bull Terrier is a good balance, full dog spectrum, she pulls, points, hunts, retrieves, and guards. My lab would be any ones friend, she was not bred for guarding.

[@oxyoutdoors9668]

im a single dad. i have 2 labs and a rott. lol

[@twiceuponatimewithnoahandc935]

check out baby and dog on a nature walk kzbin.info/www/bejne/e6fHqoWwgr92ldE

[@teddyboo2962]

I've only had Labs in my lifetime and now that I'm in my 50s the one I have now will be the last as they are so full of energy. How blessed I have been to have had such wonderful companions.

[@meganwise1652]

There's a Labrador that I see every now and then in the green belt trail. He's a very loving dog. And when he sometimes sees me it's like he gets so excited like he would give me a big hug and a big kiss. I just love dogs! 😊😙

[@marlenecooper6112]

Just got my Chocolate Lab pup! She is amazing!

[@lachazaroony]

When my daughter was born, my Chocolate lab, Bailey slept under her crib from day one, and anyone who entered the room ,she would growl, and only put her head down if it was me or my wife. We had to put her down when my daughter was 13, that was 15 years ago, and i still think about her everyday. :)

[@DiviPhotos]

Cool video

[@hugeslacker]

We are picking up our lab puppy next week! He's a rescue and we don't know his condition but hes young enough to bounce back. He'll be my 2nd lab. They're such great dogs.

[@steveholman5978]

I've had one black and am now on my fifth chocolate. They can be a nuisance if you don't have time to spend with them. They need something to do. If they aren't hunting or being walked, they may chew things, dig, eat anything they can reach, etc. Even with a few of these things happening occasionally, they are well worth the investment. They are fantastic retrievers for upland game, squirrels and rabbits, and especially water birds.

[@failedgaming444]

I LOVE CHOCOLATE LABS!!!!

[@localidiot9030]

i have a choc lab but he bites :(

[@carmenlosanno3184]

Zuma The Pup the

[@reggie8370]

How old? Puppy he will grow out of it. Older you have a problem lol

[@hannahitsitsitsokvlodde4787]

Same I have one her name is Sophie they are the best breed

[@emileighberger2618]

You are a good friend to Ryder

[@chandranmk659]

Super cute labrdor

[@SkaldLE]

Currently have a 2 year old black lab named Daisy. She's a rambunctious dog, loves to play and explore! She is great with my 1yr old son and surprisingly makes for an excellent watchdog. My dog has never met my grandmother and one day she stopped by, well I opened the door and my son was standing by my leg with Daisy behind me. My grandma bent down to I guess pick my son up, or something and Daisy thought that was a big no no and lunged at her. Luckily I was able to stop her from biting my grandma, but from that day that woman has refused to even come over. I told her she just needs to get to know my dog first, cause everyone else that comes over and has met my dog, she's great with.

[@rayana1543]

their personalities vary so much!!! i once had a black lab who was basically always a puppy! now i have my black lab who’s trained really well and mostly very calm

[@fatman8482]

Whatever the background voice was 😍 amazing

[@lolalassiterwhite1984]

I love these dogs. I've always wanted one. They are so beautiful

[@ckrico9588]

Love my lab. Best dog I’ve had my whole life . Sooo much I can say about him.. lived a great life (18 years) yes that long 🤙🏽

[@Scrinchty]

We love our precious baby he's a gorgeous yellow English Labrador. Our baby is the greatest gift of a lifetime ❣️. I feel so honoured to be in his presence.

[@phonophiletokyo]

It's soooo cute❤️ I subscribed to the channel！

[@h15films]

I have two, one golden and the other black. 9 weeks old now and two very different personalities. Both full of life, inquisitive and mischievous.

[@slyrhythm6471]

soooo gooood!!!!

[@sans7397]

cool vid i like this breed and can you do a video about eurasier?

[@omarmedina6585]

Going to pick up my 9 week old lab tomorrow ! First time owning a dog !

[@jesseratops]

We love our black lab. The first year was a bit challenging as he chewed everything but he has settled into a loving and loyal family dog.

[@brandi_with_an_i]

I don't know if I'll ever own another breed. My parents bought me my first black lab for my 12th bday in '97 and I've been hooked ever since. May my sweet boy RIP. I now have another one who is just as near and dear to my heart. I'll never forget the 1st time my first boy seen water. He jumped out of the truck bed before we could even stop, and he hit the water running full speed. We had to literally drag him out of the water to go home. Never seen anything like it lol As far as the guard dog part, as long as there was another male around me, and a stranger approached, my boy was fine. I learned the hard way one day while I was giving him a bath, just me and him, and the UPS man rolled up and got out. It took everything in me, lying on top of my boy, to save the UPS man. I felt so bad, but also grateful that I knew he would always have my back for protection. I swear, no other dog like them.

[@allinmota4787]

Just purchased my black lab earlier this week. Looking forward to raising her.

[@johnotooledoggames2336]

Labrador they are one off the best dogs they are great around the house and going around the park or too the beach

[@hannahitsitsitsokvlodde4787]

John O toole I agree

[@irenerodriguez5045]

Getting my chocolate lab on Saturday, his name is Coco can’t wait ❤️

[@stephenord3403]

Got my first chocky, had two black labs before. My chocky Coco is 8 months, a nightmare at moment but I just love her ❤

[@stiffyy2778]

My chocolate lab lived till 16 but sadly passed in april

[@seasickcaptain5249]

Ethan Rowe I feel your pain

[@seasickcaptain5249]

My aunt had a dog I was close with. Also died in apeil

[@sherrcon]

sorry for your loss..

[@20021redturle]

Ethan Rowe I'm sorry for your loss but there are 4 different kind of lans not 3 there's black chocolate yellow and silver

[@sherrcon]

nolan..i was just curious and googled that information because a breeder told me that there was no such thing as a sliver lab...and i am shopping for lab pups..according to the report i read both AKC and a representative of Labrador Club of America claim the chocolate range from sedge to chocolate and the silver is incorrectly registered as silver..and both parties agreed that the silver most accurately describe as chocolate than silver..and both are Labradors by DNA according to this report..it's kind of like the fox-red Labradors labeled as a Red but there is no such thing as a Red Lab but should be registered as a yellow lab..so no, there are only three kinds of color for the Labs..kind of like the controversy of the flat earth proponents..

[@prshr6145]

My choc lab was 14 when she passed. I still miss her.

[@mithravarundhanasekaran9134]

I have a 5 month old lab, yay! But i have to walk him daily and also have to clean up after him because my parents are busy working. He has blue eyes and I just love him so much!!!

[@kSwissh007]

labradors are literally the best dogs!!!!!!

[@nishalu5536]

What's the best match for a lab? Is the flat coat retriever a good match? Both 2 yrs old.

[@LincolnTheLabrador]

I'm getting my first dog in about 4 months, he's going to be a black lab called Lincoln! I'm going to train him to do agility and so many tricks and obedience!

[@hassanmalik4215]

Labrador is my favourite dog.

[@StreetSWAT]

LMAO scrubs!!! good Routy lol

[@sydneypitts355]

Can you do some facts on Dutch shepherds?

[@shannonsweitzer7754]

I have a 7yr old Chocolate Lab..She's my bud! They are great dogs!

[@normajmeza]

My black Labrador pass away one month ago , 9 years old had to put down due to several cancer... so sad, miss him still have his bed in my room !! Love you bear , miss you so much !

[@Tommy-iv4cd]

My black lab blu is my everything

[@michaeljudge5063]

My black lab is called blue also

[@lexiecharles6969]

Just got my black lab 4 days ago he is so smart named him Jett

[@JC-hl3tn]

Dogs 101 missed on an important fact: There are 2 types: the Show Lab/English and the Field Lab/American. They have different traits, physical build and temperament.

[@aaa111912]

you are correct in what you say .i live in the UK but visit the USA a lot .they all most look like a different breed .

[@mattclark8535]

I breed labs and that is just a bloodline thing although you are correct English is heavier in the body and shorter legs. American is taller and lean. But they will all hunt the same if trained to do so

[@arifeliz6441]

I love labradors

[@nukeem2101]

My yellow lab has mouth cancer... He was suppose die a year ago but is still living.

[@nukeem2101]

His name is Marley.

[@BrooklynsCorner]

+SKULLS NUCLEAR Poor pup. Show him every day that he is loved

[@nukeem2101]

The dog is dang curious it got attacked by other dogs. Now it has infected cut yay... : / And got attacked again. Poor Marley boy.

[@luuikilifi7421]

What the hell are you doing, look after him properly.

[@nukeem2101]

Lu Uikilifi He passed already 😭

[@46wac]

I got a Labrabull puppy. Amazing dog. I got both worlds. Protection and intelligence.

[@aleksandrabudzynska8398]

Luv labradors no wonder there so popular

[@jasonotelo4932]

I did A lot of research and hear nothing but good things about the Labs I am picking up 5 month old yellow lab tomorrow Hope she gets along with my cats

[@Music_xoxo]

Yes I have one

[@bassslapper-hc2me]

i got choc lab a week ago 1yr 5months old energetic.

[@waleedarif6740]

I've never had a dog or a cat but I can tell, once you get a dog, not only will they be your protectors, friends or like family but they could understand your emotions. They could tell when you are upset or depressed about something.

[@cjerico]

I have a 3 month old and she loves to play bite. Still working on training her.

[@chowonspapa]

labrador is love

[@jomjom2621]

Person:they live up to 10-12 years old. Me:my chocolate lab lived for 15 years

[@mish375]

A friend of my mom's had a yellow-black lab mix who looked like a German Shepherd with her colouring. She lived to 15 as well and only died because of old age. The vets told the owners that their dog wasn't suffering from anything. Her body was just shutting down.

[@daveburrows9876]

They're talking average life-span. Some live as long as 18 years. Some die very early.

[@shauncampbell969]

Jimmy Cater had a Lab. Funny how no one answered ur question. Happy New Year's 🎇🎇🎇🍾🍾🍾🍾🎄🎄🎄🎄 SHAUN of NYC

[@amyasseektruth8246]

Why does my choc lab constantly want to nibble and chew everything. Itchy teeth? He doesn't bite hard -he basically open his mouth and slightly squeeze. Never to hurt --- 4 months old...

[@milkalefty8702]

I am getting my labrador on December! I am so excited although I can't think of any name yet 😁

[@hollyehelms1115]

What name did you pick

[@milkalefty8702]

@@hollyehelms1115 I named her Sky

[@hollyehelms1115]

Milka Lefty love it! I’m meeting a few lab puppies tomorrow, so excited.

[@milkalefty8702]

@@hollyehelms1115 awesome! Happy for you. Labs are the best 💙

[@schrodinger4473]

My Lab passed away after almost 16 years just two weeks ago. Runt of the litter - but hell of a character. Had a Fibrocartliginous Embolism from when he was 9 and didn't give a single f***. Even when the VET came to put him to sleep (he had started losing weight and muscle definition at his waist and rear legs, which combined with his leg meant his stamina was dramamtically reduced), he just sat up as staright as he could and stared at he vet the entire time, the only sign of him being nervous was a slight quivering to his jaw., Vet summed him up best - Stoic. Be at peace D-Dog. Miss you now and forever.

[@jennyongoco5553]

Schrödinger sorry for your loss. My Chewie passed away last week.

[@Brooke-hn4nv]

They are also the cutest living things ever

[@davidcarson7855]

slick Willie

[@williamsmith8333]

"Labs known to get lost easily"? nope, sorry! My black lab knows our property boundaries, never leaves without saying "ok" and doesn't wear a collar. Well behaved dogs, and so friendly!

[@TalentHounds]

I love labs- I had a golden Cookie for nearly 14 years. Now I have our mascot rescue Kilo the Pug

[@stephroda101]

I have a mixed breed lab and today we're going to the vet lol wish me luck

[@libertyann439]

They are also among the most beautiful creatures on the planet!

[@KronosLucic]

This is for any lab retriever owner out there that can help me, i got a lab retriever puppy last week he's 9 weeks old and the people i got him from told me not to let him go outside because he could catch something as a puppy around this time of year. I was just wondering if this is true, how do i know i'm giving him proper exercise in the house. and I would also like to ask if it is normal for him to sleep for around 13 hours a day. I have so many other questions if anyone can help me. Thank You.

[@philipfelig5784]

i just git my first chocolate lab and shes very hyper. She doesnt listen and she at times run around crazy and tries to bite everyone. she's two months old. can anyone give me some advise please

[@eddaeges9309]

We had a yellow lab for 11 yrs. lost him 2 months ago. Amazing when you come home and something is missing so much. Hurts like hell. i've trained several Labs. Gunner was the best of all of them.

[@InspiredObserver]

Ed Daeges sorry for your loss, Ed. Could you tell me from your own experience, do you have personal preference to any of both genders? Is it better to let the dog sleep in the house or have a dog house outside? and most importantly, is it true that the daily hour walk is overrated and as long as the dog didn’t have expectations since he/she were young, they would be fine by having attention and short walks only sometime? Thanks a lot!

[@eddaeges9309]

@@InspiredObserver I've trained several dogs. As for gender,No. Males can sometimes be a little head strong. Living inside or outside? Our dogs are part of our family. We always had them inside. Especially when it comes to a pup. You want them around you as much as possible. When I was 16yrs old, I bought a Training book by author James LambFree. He suggested when it came to the 1st few months of training to keep it to 15-20 minutes. NO MORE ! After 7-8 months make it longer. DON"T ware a dog out even when you think you're having fun.That way you keep it fun. Hour or more will become WORK to the pup. There's a online training video Brookstone Kennel that are very good. Be sure spend 15-20 minute 4-5 days a week and keep your training consistent. Having a well trained dog will be an experience you'll never forget and be the envy of all your neighbors. Good Luck

[@Fenixx117]

There is no province called "Labrador". It is a single province called "Newfoundland and Labrador"

[@David-od6im]

Fenixx117 they were named after the sea they worked in

[@michaelpeters6659]

Zane Wiggs no no there is not, learn a bit a geography buds

[@Pittsburghpilot]

I didn’t think so......

[@loupgarou_96]

I have a 5 year old yellow lab and I love her to bits, I dont know if all labs are like this but she doesnt know what personal space is at all lol