The Labrador breed dates back to at least the 1830s, when St. John's water dogs bred by European settlers in Newfoundland were … See more

It is a healthy breed with relatively few major problems. Notable issues related to health and well-being include inherited disorders and … See more

Notable labradors within various categories include:
Assistance dogs
• Endal, a service dog in Britain. Among other distinctions, "the most decorated dog in the world" (including "Dog of the Millennium" and the See more

There is a great deal of variety among Labradors. The following characteristics are typical of the conformation show bred (bench-bred) lines of … See more

Labrador Retrievers have proven to have a high success rate at becoming guide dogs. A study published in 2006, tested the suitability of … See more

The Labrador is an exceptionally popular dog. As of 2006, it was widely considered the most popular breed in the world, and it is the most popular dog by ownership in Canada, New Zealand and the United Kingdom. In 2006 both the United Kingdom and the … See more

• Douglas, James (2003). The Complete Gundog Training Manual. Shrewsbury, UK: Swan Hill Press. ISBN 978-1-904057-05-5.
• Fogle, Bruce (2009). The Encyclopedia of the Dog. New York, NY: DK Publishing. p. 195. See more