Charcoal Labs Are Lovable Pets

By Nelda Powers


A dog can give a person love and loyalty like few other animals can. Just as there are many types of people, there are just as many variations of canines as far as size, temperament and coloring. For centuries, one of the top pet choices for families, especially those with children, have been the attentively gentle yellow, black or charcoal Labs.

This is a proud and noble breed that has been one of the most popular choices for families, hunters and special needs organizations for hundreds of years. Though the AKC only officially acknowledges the three main coat colors of black, chocolate and yellow, these animals actually come in a wide range of hues including charcoal, silver, grey, champagne and reds. It is commonly believed that the variations are simply blends or muted versions of the primaries.

The main characteristics and personality qualities are basically the same in all Labradors regardless of their coat color. A strong body, intelligent mind, gentle spirit and eagerness for praise are some of the attributes of these dogs. Because of their affinity for retrieving and the ease with which they are trained, this breed is perfect for hunting trips, being a companion, employment as a seeing eye dog or other special needs assistant and especially as part of Search and Rescue missions.

Labradors crave the company of humans and thrive on that attention. Though generally not hyperactive, they do love to run and play, and especially to fetch and retrieve. They will bring their people random gifts of items found laying around and will spend all day running after a variety of things including balls, sticks and even children who wander too far from the designated safe zone.

Along with running and playing, this is a breed of natural swimmers who will take every opportunity to jump in a lake, especially if there is something in it they can bring back to their people. Like human babies, puppies have to go through a learning period in the water but once they get the hang of it, there is no stopping them. These dogs should not be left unattended around pools unless there is an easy way for them to get out because they are not built to pull themselves up over the edge.

Although this breed is sturdily built and extremely obedient, they make horrible guard dogs. They will bark threateningly to protect their family but aggression and violence are generally not part of their personality. A Labrador's loving nature makes them better suited as babysitters, unless licking an intruder into submission is acceptable.

This is a medium sized breed, growing no higher than about twenty-five inches at the shoulder and weighing a maximum of around seventy-five pounds. They have sleek bodies, broad, blocky heads and solid tapered tails that are quite strong. They have two layers of fur, a soft downy undercoat for insulation and a stiff, hard outer coat that resists water.

Yellow, black, grey, silver, red, champagne and charcoal labs are a great choice for family pet. They are lovable, obedient, gentle and intelligent, great with kids as well as people who have special needs. Keep in mind that these animals require a lot of attention and exercise and though they make fabulous companions, they really are not intended to function as guard dogs.




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