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- Labrador dogs are among the most popular dogs in the world. They were bred to be a smaller version of the Newfoundland dog, but could not be called Newfoundland, so they were named after the Labrador Sea where they were bred to work helping fishermen bring in nets and loose fish from the water.
- A layered, slightly oiled coat keep these athletic dogs warm in cold water. Labradors love water and are excellent swimmers because of their webbed feet. They have an otter like tail that acts like a rudder in the water.
- Labradors are very athletic dogs that can hit speeds of 12 miles per hour in 3 seconds. They are bred to have a ‘soft mouth’. A well-trained lab can carry an egg in its mouth without breaking it.
- Labs are energetic dogs who love life, have a great ability to learn, and are eager to please their owners. Labradors are expressive dogs and it is probable that they express gratitude by licking the hands which pet them.
