Labrador Puppy Training

One of the most popular dogs in the UK and North American is the Labrador retriever dog.  But, to be honest not all labs are the same.  Some labs have different body types, and others have different colors.  The most common division in types of labs is by the breeding origin.  Generally they’re referred to as English Labrador Retrievers and American Labrador Retriever.

The English Labrador Retrievers a built a bit stronger than the American Labs, their bodies are more blocky and solid, and their heads are wider.  Their personalities are very different from their American cousins, English labs are easy going and less excitable.

An American Labrador retriever is much taller and more lightly built then their cousins in the UK. There are usually called field Labradors.  For many years these dogs have been consider the best hunting animals.  American labs heads are narrower and their nose is longer, and they also have a much more lively personality then the English Labrador Retrievers.  They are still just as fun, friendly, and easy going as an English Labrador.

What makes it more confusing is that both Labrador retriever breeds can be found all over the world. The term “English Labrador” only means that their ancestors were originally from England and of course the term “American Labrador” means they were born in the U.S.  There is also an Australian breed that is not as popular in the US or in the UK, but can be found all over places in Asia.

Labrador Retrievers comes in many different colors, such as

• Silver Labrador Retrievers
• Red Labrador Retrievers
• White Labrador Retrievers
• Chocolate Labrador Retrievers
• Yellow Labrador Retrievers

So which type of Labrador will be best for you?  Well it really depends on what you want from a dog.  English labs are built more solidly, while the American labs are better hunting animals, and more energetic.  Both breeds are very good family pets.  Labrador Puppy training is very important, and should be started as soon as you bring him/her in your home.