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jeudi 27 février 2014

White Labradors For Sale Are Classified As Yellow

By Lisa Williamson


When you find white Labradors for sale, don't be dismayed when the papers give the color as 'yellow'. Registered Labrador retrieves only come in three colors: black, yellow, and chocolate. The white dogs are a very, very light shade of yellow, which may only be discernible as a tinge around the ears or on the back.

This hardy breed of dog originated in the Canadian province of Newfoundland and Labrador. Labrador is the mainland part of this sparsely populated region, separated by a narrow strait from the island of Newfoundland. The St. John's Water Dog, the ancestor of today's Labs, originated on the island. They were imported to England by duck-hunting nobility in the 19th century and crossed with other dogs.

Labs have retained their love of the water and of retrieving, their intelligence, and their athleticism throughout the years. They are now used for hunting, as show dogs, and as family pets. They make wonderful assistance dogs, being intelligent and gentle. They like people even more than they like hunting and swimming.

Anytime you are buying a purebred dog, you will want to check out the breeder thoroughly. You can ask for references, which should include one or more veterinarians and several past customers. All reputable breeders know the value of a good track record and will be happy to supple this kind of information. Vets are used to these questions, as well.

All dogs should come with health papers showing what tests have been done to make sure there are no genetic defects, what shots the animal has had, and the record of routine care. You want to see both parents of a puppy, if possible, since disposition is often inherited. It might be a good idea to arrive prepared with a list of questions to ask and to know what are acceptable answers.

Go online to see websites posted by breeders. On these, you can see how beautiful these animals are. You will also see the show records of dogs and the dedication of the breeder to preserving the best qualities of the Labrador. A good program won't be based on color alone; in other words, there's more involved than breeding two white dogs to each other. A wide head, gentle nature, and muscular frame is typical of Labs of all colors, as is a short, smooth, dense, water-resistant coat.

A good example of a very, very light yellow Lab is truly beautiful. There's no reason to think it will be any less healthy, sound, and gentle than another of a different color. As long as you take care in choosing a dog and have it vetted thoroughly before finalizing the transaction, everything should be fine.

You may never even have seen one of these beauties. Going online is a good way to see them, since they are becoming more popular. They are not necessarily common, but some breeders can show you four generations of very light yellow dogs that look pure as the driven snow. Labs are bred for both hunting and showing, but a good one can do both, as well as being a perfect family dog.




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