For those who live in a city apartment, but dream of a large dog, a chocolate labrador is suitable for 100%. He has a calm character and will not destroy the apartment while the owner is at work. However, before leaving the dog for a long time alone, it must be walked for at least 1 hour. During the walk, it is advisable to use active games.
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Chocolate Labrador Features and Description
The chocolate-colored labrador is a strong, tall, broad-chested dog with a short, shiny coat. Rigid to the touch, it consists of the outer hair and waterproof undercoat. The eyes of an adult dog are brown or hazel, and there may be a slight white spot on the chest. Little puppies are born with blue eyes.
This is the only dog breed with webbed feet similar in structure to ducks. These natural flippers make them excellent swimmers. The Labrador begins to swim when the ice melts, and does so until the river freezes.
The features of the Labrador’s coat are such that it creates a waterproof “cloak” around the dog. 5 minutes after leaving the water, the skin is already dry.
The nature and habits of the breed
The Labrador Retriever is an incredibly kind, responsive and hardy breed that is ready to be friends with a person, serve him and understand him perfectly. The most pleasant feature of this breed is the complete absence of aggression. The dog will never bite the child during the game, will allow you to drag yourself by the ears and tail.
You can start a dog for a family who lives in a city apartment or in a country house. The pet adapts perfectly to any conditions, becomes attached to adult family members and children. But still, Labradors are more intended for a private house, for hunting and competition, because they need great physical activity. Getting the opportunity to move and train a lot, they will not ruin the house, they will be absolutely adequate.
Labrador gets along well with other pets, even cats. He does not conquer the territory and calmly perceives new animals in the house.
In addition, this breed has a very sharp scent. She can smell 25% more odors than a German shepherd. Therefore, Labradors are considered one of the best rescue dogs. A dog can always insure an inattentive owner. Training Labradors is easier than other dogs, so they often work at the border.
Keeping and caring for a dog
When the Labrador sees the water, he cannot be held. It does not freeze for a long time even in an ice river. After each bath, the dog needs to clean his ears. The closed shape of the auricle contributes to the accumulation of excess moisture and pathogenic bacteria. After water procedures, the pet also needs to move actively. You can not let him lie down and lie down.
Like most large dogs, Labradors are prone to joint diseases. Not enough walks and exercise can lead to dysplasia.
Labradors need to be combed out at least once a week, because their hair falls out constantly, and not only during molting. To bathe a dog, it is better to take a day off at work. Often you do not need to wash it, at most 1 time per week, using professional cosmetics.
Labradors like to eat everything, their indefatigable appetite often becomes the cause of obesity. By nature, they have a short and small intestine due to which they can suffer from bloating and food allergies. To the pet's diet you need to put it very responsibly, and do not feed it from your table. Elite dry food for dogs prone to allergies is best suited.
Puppy selection criteria
If the long-awaited moment of buying a Labrador is approaching, you need to think in advance how to choose a dog. To begin with, it would be nice to determine the gender of the pet - who is better, male or female, is up to you. Bitches are calmer, males are energetic and active. The special chocolate color does not affect the character of the dog.
The puppy's health can be determined by appearance or you can invite a veterinarian with you to help him make the right choice.
A good breeder will never cheat by hiding puppy health information.
Important first contact and impression. Sometimes among a group of puppies, the one you need is immediately rushed into the eyes. In the kennel, the purchase will be more expensive, but there is a guarantee that an adult dog will not disappoint with manners and health.
How to name a boy’s dog, a chocolate labrador’s girl
A little labrador puppy can eat things that catch his eye, it is advisable to remove everything from his reach. However, you should not call him Vacuum Cleaner.
For a chocolate labrador boy, such nicknames are suitable:
- Bruno
- Bond;
- Balor;
- Baron
- Bert.
Chocolate Labrador girl can be called like this:
- Bertha;
- Sherry;
- Naomi;
- Aurora;
- Goldie.
It is advisable to choose a sonorous name, consisting of two syllables, so that the animal more easily perceived it. You can choose the name of the mythological hero or the English word as a nickname.
How much does a chocolate labrador cost
The cost of a Labrador puppy in the kennel ranges from 700 to 1 thousand euros.
It all depends on the purpose of the purchase. Pets are cheaper, breeding dogs are more expensive. Dogs that meet all the stringent requirements of the breed standard cannot be cheap; they will become winners of exhibitions and sporting events. The price is affected by which breeder the puppies were raised with, what they were fed, whether they were vaccinated or not.
In any case, it is better not to save on the purchase. You need to choose a nursery with good reviews and reputation in advance. When buying a dog, they will give documents, advise how to feed, how to educate and train. Out of a purebred puppy a beautiful representative of the breed will grow, possessing its best qualities.
Labradors are most popular as companions. They can also work as rescuers, guide dogs, and are used in hunting. Dogs are compliant in nature and are ready to obey the owner from the first days.
