Breeding and General Labrador
Retriever Information:
Retriever Information:
**Some of this information has been taken from DogBreedInfo.com**
General Information:
**There are two types of Labradors, the English Labrador and the American Labrador.
The English bred lab comes from English bred stock. They are heavier, thicker and
blockier. The American bred Lab comes from American bred stock and is tall and lanky.
The Labrador Retriever is a solid, muscular dog, slightly longer than tall, with a short,
hard, easy-care, water resistant double coat that comes in a solid black, yellow, or
chocolate. There is also said to be a rare silver or gray color that is referred to by
the AKC as a shade of chocolate.
The Labrador has a broad head, thick nose, scissors bite and a pronounced stop. Its
muzzle is fairly wide and its neck is powerful. The eyes are chestnut or hazel with an
intelligent expression. The medium-sized ears are pendant. The otter tail is strong,
thick near the rear then tapering, and completely covered with hair. Its limbs have good
bone structure. The webbed feet aid in swimming.
**There are two types of Labradors, the English Labrador and the American Labrador.
The English bred lab comes from English bred stock. They are heavier, thicker and
blockier. The American bred Lab comes from American bred stock and is tall and lanky.
The Labrador Retriever is a solid, muscular dog, slightly longer than tall, with a short,
hard, easy-care, water resistant double coat that comes in a solid black, yellow, or
chocolate. There is also said to be a rare silver or gray color that is referred to by
the AKC as a shade of chocolate.
The Labrador has a broad head, thick nose, scissors bite and a pronounced stop. Its
muzzle is fairly wide and its neck is powerful. The eyes are chestnut or hazel with an
intelligent expression. The medium-sized ears are pendant. The otter tail is strong,
thick near the rear then tapering, and completely covered with hair. Its limbs have good
bone structure. The webbed feet aid in swimming.
Temperament:
**The Labrador Retriever is a loving, affectionate, lovable, patient dog. Highly
intelligent, loyal, willing and high spirited. Lively and good-natured, they love to play,
especially in water - for they love to swim. They have an excellent, reliable,
temperament and are friendly, superb with children and equable with other dogs. They
crave human attention and need to feel as though they are part of the family. Labs are
easily trained. Some may be reserved with strangers unless very well socialized as
puppies. These dogs are watchdogs, not guard dogs, although some have been known to
guard. This breed is very popular. Some of their talents include: hunting, tracking,
retrieving, watchdogging, police work, narcotics detection, guide for the blind, service
dog for the disabled, search and rescue, sledding, carting, agility and competitive
obedience.
**The Labrador Retriever is a loving, affectionate, lovable, patient dog. Highly
intelligent, loyal, willing and high spirited. Lively and good-natured, they love to play,
especially in water - for they love to swim. They have an excellent, reliable,
temperament and are friendly, superb with children and equable with other dogs. They
crave human attention and need to feel as though they are part of the family. Labs are
easily trained. Some may be reserved with strangers unless very well socialized as
puppies. These dogs are watchdogs, not guard dogs, although some have been known to
guard. This breed is very popular. Some of their talents include: hunting, tracking,
retrieving, watchdogging, police work, narcotics detection, guide for the blind, service
dog for the disabled, search and rescue, sledding, carting, agility and competitive
obedience.
Height/Weight:
Height: Dogs 22-24 inches (56-61 cm.) Bitches 21-23 inches (53-58 cm.)
Weight: Dogs 60-75 lbs (27-34 kg.) Bitches 55-70 lbs (25-32 kg.)
**Some males can grow to 100 lbs or more. Duke's weight goes between 90-92 lbs.
Millie's weight is a good, solid 75 lbs.
Izzy's weight is 65-67 lbs.
Princess's weight is 88 lbs.
Sandy's weight will be about 70 lbs. at full growth.
Height: Dogs 22-24 inches (56-61 cm.) Bitches 21-23 inches (53-58 cm.)
Weight: Dogs 60-75 lbs (27-34 kg.) Bitches 55-70 lbs (25-32 kg.)
**Some males can grow to 100 lbs or more. Duke's weight goes between 90-92 lbs.
Millie's weight is a good, solid 75 lbs.
Izzy's weight is 65-67 lbs.
Princess's weight is 88 lbs.
Sandy's weight will be about 70 lbs. at full growth.
Health Problems:
Prone to hip and elbow dysplasia, PRA and eye disorders. A
reputable breeder will guarantee their pups against those issues.
Prone to hip and elbow dysplasia, PRA and eye disorders. A
reputable breeder will guarantee their pups against those issues.
Living Conditions:
**Labrador Retrievers will do okay in an apartment if sufficiently exercised.
They are moderately active indoors and will do best with at least an average-sized
yard.
**Labrador Retrievers will do okay in an apartment if sufficiently exercised.
They are moderately active indoors and will do best with at least an average-sized
yard.
Exercise:
Labrador Retrievers are energetic dogs, delighted to work and play hard. They need a
lot of exercise. Labs are big eaters and need regular exercise and moderate rations to
avoid a tendency to become overweight.
Life Expectancy:
About 10-12 years. However, some of our Labs have lived to be 15 years old.
Labrador Retrievers are energetic dogs, delighted to work and play hard. They need a
lot of exercise. Labs are big eaters and need regular exercise and moderate rations to
avoid a tendency to become overweight.
Life Expectancy:
About 10-12 years. However, some of our Labs have lived to be 15 years old.
Grooming:
**The smooth, short-haired, double coat is easy to groom. Comb and brush
regularly with a firm, bristle brush, paying attention to the undercoat. Bathe or
dry shampoo only when necessary. Labs are average shedders.
**The smooth, short-haired, double coat is easy to groom. Comb and brush
regularly with a firm, bristle brush, paying attention to the undercoat. Bathe or
dry shampoo only when necessary. Labs are average shedders.
Origin:
Once known as the "St John's Dogs," the Labrador Retriever is one of the most popular breeds in
the United States. Originally from Newfoundland, Canada, the Labrador was trained to jump
overboard into the icy waters to haul fisherman's nets to shore. Specimens were brought to
England in the 1800's by English ships coming from Labrador, where the dog's fine retrieving
instincts were honed and developed. One of the best family dogs and canine companions because
of their gentle loving disposition, the highly trainable Labrador also excels in drug detection, as a
guide for the blind, and service dogs for the disabled. The breed is also an outstanding obedience
and field trial competitor.
Once known as the "St John's Dogs," the Labrador Retriever is one of the most popular breeds in
the United States. Originally from Newfoundland, Canada, the Labrador was trained to jump
overboard into the icy waters to haul fisherman's nets to shore. Specimens were brought to
England in the 1800's by English ships coming from Labrador, where the dog's fine retrieving
instincts were honed and developed. One of the best family dogs and canine companions because
of their gentle loving disposition, the highly trainable Labrador also excels in drug detection, as a
guide for the blind, and service dogs for the disabled. The breed is also an outstanding obedience
and field trial competitor.
Group: Gun Dog, AKC Sporting
Recognition: CKC, FCI, AKC, UKC, KCGB, CKC, ANKC, NKC, NZKC, CCR, APRI, ACR (Just don't ask me what all of those mean.)
Recognition: CKC, FCI, AKC, UKC, KCGB, CKC, ANKC, NKC, NZKC, CCR, APRI, ACR (Just don't ask me what all of those mean.)
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If you are interested in breeding your female to Duke, here are some things
you will need to know:
1. All females must be current on their immunizations. If you chose to bring your
female here, she should have the Bordetella immunization and be tested for
Brucellosis as well. We require documentation.
2. All females must be registered with the AKC and a copy of pedigree is required
and kept on file at The Wood Ranch.
3. We strongly recommend a Canine Ovulation (progesterone) test from your vet
to know when your dog is in "breeding heat" and ready to accept the stud.
4. While most females accept the stud, occasionally artificial insemination is a
better choice. Our veterinary offers this service for an additional fee.
5. Call for stud fee information.
you will need to know:
1. All females must be current on their immunizations. If you chose to bring your
female here, she should have the Bordetella immunization and be tested for
Brucellosis as well. We require documentation.
2. All females must be registered with the AKC and a copy of pedigree is required
and kept on file at The Wood Ranch.
3. We strongly recommend a Canine Ovulation (progesterone) test from your vet
to know when your dog is in "breeding heat" and ready to accept the stud.
4. While most females accept the stud, occasionally artificial insemination is a
better choice. Our veterinary offers this service for an additional fee.
5. Call for stud fee information.
What to look for in a reputable breeder:
Q. Does the breeder offer a written health guarantee?
A. Wood Labradors offers a 26 month health guarantee.
Q. Is the breeder breeding for the same things you want in a pup?
A. Wood Labradors breeds for family dogs and hunting dogs. Most of our pups come from strong hunting
and field championships in the background.
Q. Does the breeder have both parents on site?
A. Wood Labradors has Duke, our sire, and the mothers of our personal litters.
Q. Does your breeder offer references:?
A. Wood Labradors will furnish you with references upon request. Also, see our Testimony page.
Q. Does the breeder have past sale follow up?
A. Wood Labradors will be here 7 days a week to answer your questions after taking your pup home.
These are just a few of the many things that Wood Labrador offers with their pups. Call or email us anytime with your
questions or comments.
Q. Does the breeder offer a written health guarantee?
A. Wood Labradors offers a 26 month health guarantee.
Q. Is the breeder breeding for the same things you want in a pup?
A. Wood Labradors breeds for family dogs and hunting dogs. Most of our pups come from strong hunting
and field championships in the background.
Q. Does the breeder have both parents on site?
A. Wood Labradors has Duke, our sire, and the mothers of our personal litters.
Q. Does your breeder offer references:?
A. Wood Labradors will furnish you with references upon request. Also, see our Testimony page.
Q. Does the breeder have past sale follow up?
A. Wood Labradors will be here 7 days a week to answer your questions after taking your pup home.
These are just a few of the many things that Wood Labrador offers with their pups. Call or email us anytime with your
questions or comments.
Lab 101
1. Great Britain - Country of origin
2. 1800 - Date of origin
3. Legs: powerful hindquarters, straight
forelegs
4. Temperament: gentle, loyal, intelligent,
good with children
5. Head: broad, with pronounced stop muzzle
or medium length
6. Ears: Hang close to the head, set low and
far back
7. Body: Deep, broad chest, short level back,
wide loins
8. Tail: medium length, thickly covered, with
no feathering
Dogs are pets. Labs are family.
1. Great Britain - Country of origin
2. 1800 - Date of origin
3. Legs: powerful hindquarters, straight
forelegs
4. Temperament: gentle, loyal, intelligent,
good with children
5. Head: broad, with pronounced stop muzzle
or medium length
6. Ears: Hang close to the head, set low and
far back
7. Body: Deep, broad chest, short level back,
wide loins
8. Tail: medium length, thickly covered, with
no feathering
Dogs are pets. Labs are family.
From a couple who will be breeding their female to Duke:
"Candy,
I’m so happy to have met you and your husband (and Duke, Princess, and the whole gang) last Sunday. We are very excited
to bring our Misty to your farm to breed to Duke. I am quite confident the outcome will be GORGEOUS dogs with very
sweet dispositions. And let me say, that while we searched for a stud, we ran into quite a few pretentious, elitist
personalities, but Wood Labradors is quite the contrary. You are lovely people with exceptional labs…
Please accept our thanks for your hospitality and the wisdom you passed along so freely. We have scheduled Misty’s
vaccination appointment for next Tues, and wait [im]patiently for her heat cycle to begin!"
Marcia & John
"Candy,
I’m so happy to have met you and your husband (and Duke, Princess, and the whole gang) last Sunday. We are very excited
to bring our Misty to your farm to breed to Duke. I am quite confident the outcome will be GORGEOUS dogs with very
sweet dispositions. And let me say, that while we searched for a stud, we ran into quite a few pretentious, elitist
personalities, but Wood Labradors is quite the contrary. You are lovely people with exceptional labs…
Please accept our thanks for your hospitality and the wisdom you passed along so freely. We have scheduled Misty’s
vaccination appointment for next Tues, and wait [im]patiently for her heat cycle to begin!"
Marcia & John
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