Maxs Mom
Posted : 6/27/2007 8:08:01 AM
Labs are wonderful high energy dogs! If you have never had one before I suggest you start to look for a good dog trainer to assist you. They stay puppies for a LONG time. I like to say they make good three year olds.
I have a 4 year old lab. She is WONDERFUL, but she required a lot of exercise, training, activities to keep her mentally stimulated and out of trouble. As tough as they are as a pup (a good tough) they turn that into stubborn loyalty toward you! They will do anything for you.
I have been told the "english" version are more level less energy than the American field version. I have had both. My english lab was a workaholic so for all I know that is why she was "easier". She was ALWAYS doing a "job". Even on her own.
Enjoy your lab and I want to hear all about it, color, sex, stories! I love labs (and goldens) I will have at least one of each for the rest of my life!