english labrador

1. What's the difference between English Labradors and American Labradors?
2. How big do English labs get?
3. Do English labs shed a lot?
4. Are English labs aggressive?
5. Are English or American labs better?
6. Are English Labs Smart?
7. Why do Labradors stink?
8. Do English Labs bark?
9. Are English labs more laid back?
10. How often should labs be bathed?
11. What Color Lab sheds least?
12. Do Labradors bite?

What's the difference between English Labradors and American Labradors?

They differ in their looks, generally the English Labrador is shorter and stockier. The American Labrador is taller and more athletic. The English is calmer in his temperament, and the American is much more energetic. Generally, they are similar in every other way.

How big do English labs get?

Size. While American Labradors are slightly larger (21.5 to 24.5 inches), English Labs have a slightly stockier build, standing between 21.5 and 22.5 inches high (regardless of sex). In terms of weight, females tend to weigh slightly less between 60 and 70lb and males tend to weigh between 70 and 80lb.

Do English labs shed a lot?

Labs tend to shed more than other short-haired breeds because their hair is incredibly dense and boasts something called a double coat. This double coat is made up of a sleek outer layer of hair, which is waterproof, as well as a fluffy undercoat to keep your Lab warm whatever the weather.

Are English labs aggressive?

Happily, Labradors are not known to be aggressive dogs. In fact, they are generally known for having a laid back, friendly and patient personality – which makes them such a great family dog. However, some Labradors can have behavioral issues.

Are English or American labs better?

American Labs can weigh more. ... The differences between the two Labs goes deeper than height, coat and shape, however. Breeders' and breed clubs' consensus describes British Labs as calmer, quieter, softer and less active as opposed to the American Labs generally being more active with higher energy and greater drive.

Are English Labs Smart?

The English Labrador has a reputation of being a highly trainable dog. Labradors are frequently used as service dogs and the Lab deserves their reputation as a biddable and obedient dog. That does not mean that English Lab owners don't have any problems.

Why do Labradors stink?

Bred to work in and around water, Labradors have a dense double coat with an oily outer layer which offers almost perfect waterproofing. These oils in your dog's fur are part of the source of his distinctive doggy smell. And they can smell particularly strong when your dog is damp and drying off after a swim.

Do English Labs bark?

Just like most dog breeds, Labs do bark and for a variety of different reasons. Without plenty of physical stimulation and social interaction, Labs will bark more than normal, possibly to excess, due to their pent-up energy.

Are English labs more laid back?

All Labs need lots of activity, but English Labs need a bit less. Their more laid-back personalities, which comes from being bred for show, make them easier to deal with even with less action in their lives. ... Agility and hunting activities, along with running and swimming, are great exercise for all Labs.

How often should labs be bathed?

At a minimum, it's advised to bathe your dog at least once every three months. You can wash your dog as frequently as every other week (with gentle shampoo, it could be even more frequent). When in doubt, use your judgment — if your dog starts to smell, it's probably time for a bath.

What Color Lab sheds least?

That said, yellow Labs may shed the least compared to a black Lab or vice versa. This rumor may have come from the fact that a yellow Lab's fur has a lighter color. It can show up more easily in rags, couches, and carpets.

Do Labradors bite?

Summary. So, although Labradors can and do occasionally bite, it is exceptionally unusual for them to do so. They are usually such a kind, gentle and sociable breed of dog these incidents are few and far between. Just remember that if they do bite, all is not lost and this is fixable!