Labrador Retriever Facts

Famous Labrador Retrievers are not only known in movies and books, there are many life-size Labrador Retrievers who have made a mark in the world of men and left their paw prints in the sands of time.

The Labrador retriever is the number one dog in America and Europe for many years because of many important reasons. A Lab’s lovable face and sunny disposition make them fun to be with. For many years, many people, young and old, have enjoyed the company and loyal friendship of a Labrador retriever. They are always on the go and crave to be doing something with the other members of the pack. A Lab will always love to go swimming, playing catch, chasing balls, hiking, jogging, and just playing around with everyone.

Labrador retrievers never fail to amaze many people around the world who had or is having the opportunity of spending a part of their lives with this loyal canine breed. Here are some little known facts about this all-time favorite dog breed—

• Labrador Retrievers are powerful swimmers. They have webbed toes and an otter-like tail that helps make them good swimmers. The tail also serves as rudder to help steer into the right direction.

• A Labrador Retriever’s webbed toes also serve as snowshoes to keep snow from accumulating between their toes.