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Seeking Black Labrador Retriever Puppies For Sale In Ohio

By Kerri Stout


Pet ownership is a huge responsibility and interested parties should take the time to learn all about the breed they are considering. Each one will have characteristics that are typical of their kind and it is important that a person find a dog that has a personality that is compatible with their own, as well as their lifestyle, living arrangements and family situation. Breeders of black Labrador retriever puppies for sale in Ohio can be very helpful.

This particular breed has been used in several dutiful positions because of their strength, intelligence and obedient nature. They have been used as hunting companions, seeing eye dogs and as valuable members of search and rescue teams. Labs not only have the discipline it takes to perform in service positions, but they are also gentle enough to be amazing family pets.

Labs are never happier than when in the company of their humans and though hyperactivity is rare, they tend to show it through excitement. Their loyalty is infamous and their naturally gentle temperament is such that they have an extreme tolerance for young children and their tendencies to play roughly. The animals will bark threatening if they sense danger to their people but it is a farce and they do not have the aggressive capabilities it takes to serve as guard dogs.

Their natural inclination to retrieve items is how they got the latter part of their title. They will run and fetch anything that someone takes the time to toss for them, be it sticks, balls, bones or toys. Labs may even collect a variety of things that have been left unattended and stockpile them as gifts for their humans.

Any sizable body of water will ignite this breeds well known affinity to swim. They get extremely excited at the prospect, especially if the love of being wet can be combined with the need to retrieve. For this reason, and because canines are not designed to lift themselves up and over a ledge, pool owners need to restrict the animal's access to it unless there are steps that will allow the pup to climb out safely.

Adult male Labs are of an average height of about twenty-four inches at their shoulders and the females only slightly smaller. Their weight can range somewhere between sixty and seventy-five pounds. With a strong, sturdy build, these mid sized dogs are fit for many purposes from friendly companion to service professional.

Moderate in their shedding, the grooming requirements of this breed are minimal. To maintain their cleanliness, all that is normally required is a weekly session with a slicker brush to remove all the hairs that are loose. They have coats that do not require shampooing except for times when the dog has found its way into situations that result in offensive smells.

If a pet that is playful, obedient, protective without aggression is what one seeks, then a Lab is a choice one should seriously consider. They can be great companions for adults and loving, gentle playmates for children. If proper exercise is given regularly, they are not known to partake of destructive behaviors and their grooming requirements are simple.




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