These two different strains of dogs emerged due to specialized breeding. One type the English Lab was bred for the show ring where appearance was everything. Labs that were working or participating in competitions field trials were encouraged to move swiftly and with great agility. These are the dogs that we now know as American Labs. Since people originally bred American Labs to be working or in field trials, think of these Labs like elite athletes.
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The English Labrador is bred purely for show purposes. As such, they are bred to conform to Labrador standards as close as possible. They have a stockier frame compared to their American cousin, with deep barrel chests and shorter legs.
Surprisingly they have thicker fur and a thicker otter tail than the working Americans. English Labradors tend to find themselves on the lower to middle end of the height spectrum. They are also on the higher end of the weight spectrum.
The American Labrador will generally find himself within the above parameters. However, they are not bred for appearance, and on occasion, he may not totally conform to the above standards. The American tends to be slightly taller and slender in appearance. Field Labs find themselves at the higher end of the height spectrum, and the lower end of the weight spectrum. He is more muscular and less chunky. He has a thinner coat, with a longer neck and longer muzzle, both of which contribute to his working abilities.
The Bench Labrador can be calmer in temperament compared to the American. The Field Lab was bred for his working ability and higher energy levels. The Field lab can be a bit bolder than the English and he enjoys a good challenge, whereas bench labs can be less active and easier to train, depending on your experience levels.
The American has more stamina and as such he is harder to tire out. Both the Bench and Field labs enjoy a good cuddle, and they both make a great family pet and are affectionate with their family. Because of their easy going temperaments, they both love nothing more than to please their master. The American Labrador is more active, which means they can seem harder to train because of their energy levels.
Our managing editor at this site owned a field lab for 13 years, and she was a puppy until she was four years old. She was always in search of a more exiting task to undertake and would run herself ragged swimming in the pool for hours on end.
In general, both the field and bench labs are both amazing family pets, and labradors in general are the 1 family dog in the United States for good reason.
They are both originally working breeds. Both will need at least 60 minutes of exercise a day. This is on top of playing in the garden or having a good tug of war match with their master.
A bored dog is a destructive dog , and this is very true of the intensely energetic Labrador. The English Labrador, due to his show personality, may be slightly less demanding than the American Labrador.
Bench Labs are likely to be a bit calmer and less demanding with exercise requirements. The American Lab will have bundles of energy that he will need to expel.
If you use him as a working Labrador then this exercise will suffice. As they both have a working background in the water, they love to retrieve sticks or balls from the water , so if you live near a lake, or even happen to have one in your garden, this is the perfect way to physically and mentally stimulate their bodies and minds. The Labrador is the most common breed selected as assistance dogs for the blind and search and rescue dogs amongst many other canine professions.
This is because they are super intelligent and reliable! Labs are on the same intelligence level of a Golden Retriever. If you plan to train them with a harness while walking, make sure you are looking at Harnesses made for Labs , which tend to be more secure. The American Labrador is said to be a little harder to train than his English counterpart. This is because he is more independent and distracted when it comes to picking up commands and would rather be out fishing, and as such needs a firmer master.
However, they are both very intelligent pooches and with consistent training, they will pick up commands in no time. Early socialization is key to ensure that they grow into a well-behaved family addition, and that they are also comfortable in a variety of situations, with unfamiliar humans and animals alike. Exposing them early on to noises such as moving cars whilst walking on the sidewalk, or the hoover in the house, is a great way to ensure they are comfortable with everything.
Ensuring that every experience is a positive one through positive reinforcement training makes this journey a lot more enjoyable, and of course quicker, for everyone. The Labrador Retriever is a generally healthy dog , and as the English and American Labrador are the same breed, they share the same health problems. It is common for Labradors to develop Hip and Elbow Dysplasia , which is an abnormal formation in the elbow and hip joints, which overtime can cause painful arthritis.
This is quite a common health issue in the canine world, but particularly in medium to large dogs. He is also susceptible to vision issues such as Cataracts or Progressive Retinal Atrophy , which is the degeneration of the retina that can cause vision loss overtime. Certain breeds, including the Labrador can suffer with Exercise Induced Collapse, which is characterized by a sudden loss of muscular control following a period of intense exercise.
In rare cases the pup can die immediately, but the average episode can last up to 25 minutes. Symptoms can range from being totally unable to move, to dragging their limbs behind them whilst they are running. As with any pup be sure to research the breed and look out for any important symptoms. If you are in any doubt, then speak to your Veterinarian. The best way to keep your pooch healthy is to keep up to date with all vaccines and attend yearly check-ups.
The Labrador, on average, will consume 3 cups of food a day. You may have to feed an Field Labrador slightly more if he is out working all day, or maybe slightly less for an English Labrador, depending on his energy levels. As with any dog, good quality food is an easy way to keep your dog healthy to ensure they get all the best nutrients. In addition, the food should always be age appropriate to avoid unnecessary calories. The Labrador is also known for being food orientated , borderline obsessed, so make sure that you monitor their snack intake otherwise they can easily become a porky pup.
Treats are great to reward good behavior or used in puzzle treat toys to keep them mentally stimulated but be sure to only award them in moderation. The Labrador will need a bath every six weeks or so, which is the same as the average pup. This will be the same for both the English and the American Labrador. Be sure not to bath him more than every 6 weeks as you risk damaging their natural coat oils , which can cause a multitude of skin issues.
If he gets dirty whilst out playing, then you can use doggy wipes and doggy perfume from your local pet store to keep them fresh.
Their coats act the same way as a wetsuit does, and as such they shed. The English and the American will need brushing once or twice a week. Their undercoats grow thick and dense in the Winter to keep them warm, and then when Spring and Summer arrive their undercoat sheds.
A Labrador living in colder conditions will naturally grow a thicker coat. American Labs, on the other hand, tend to be a little more lithe and tall in form, with thinner faces. English Labs sometimes attain physical maturity at speedier rates than the Americans, too. Although differences in tails might not be as immediately noticeable as differences in overall body shape, they too can be helpful clues for discerning between American and English Labs.
English Labs usually have somewhat sturdy and wide tails, while those of the American Labs tend to be a lot thinner. English Labrador retrievers also usually sport fur that is markedly thicker than that of American Labradors.
Note too that the thicker coats can sometimes contribute to making these dogs look stubbier and more compact in form, although they already are often associated with having especially rotund bodies.
Labs from these two categories also frequently display different styles of dispositions, although exceptions always can happen. English Labs are usually thought of as being extremely relaxed, serene and silent pooches.
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