Yellow Labrador: description, content and choice of name

Today, there is a huge variety of dog breeds. Each of them has its own distinctive features: both positive and negative. Among all the existing varieties of four-legged pets, such a breed as the Labrador is particularly notable.

It is believed that this animal gets along well in the family, it is positive. In addition, veterinarians and experienced dog breeders highlight such positive traits of a Labrador as loyalty and devotion, benevolence, etc. And one of the most popular colors of this dog is fawn (or straw) color.

What features are inherent in an animal of this breed? What are the characteristics of a pet? In what conditions is it necessary to keep a quadruped friend? What nickname for him to pick up? Answers to these and some other questions can be found in our article.

Of particular interest not only from a research, but also from a philistine point of view is the history of the origin and origin of the breed. Scientists believe that the ancestors who gave life to Labradors were Newfoundlands. The exact date of the appearance of the species is unknown, however, it allegedly happened in the years 1700-1800. It is believed that the Labrador breed received its name thanks to Earl Malmesbury, who named the dogs after the island.

The official recognition of the Labrador breed occurred in 1903 in Britain, and in 1917, a species was also recognized in the United States of America.

To date, the described breed is quite widespread.

Fawn color Labrador Retriever is an animal that is valued rather highly throughout the world. Of course, this applies only to purebreds of this species. So, in order to keep the breed clean, The International Cynological Federation has adopted certain standards for adult dogs and puppies of the Labrador breed. Only those animals that fully comply with these indicators are considered true Labradors.

The standards primarily concern the anatomical structure of the animal. So, traditionally the dog must have a rather large head. Moreover, it should have an unusual shape: its outlines are wedge-shaped, and the muzzle is oblong.

Not only the shape of the animal’s head, but also its individual elements must conform to standards. It is believed that the cheeks should not be dangling, on the contrary, they should be tucked up, the nose should be straight and even, tapering slightly towards the end. Labrador's teeth are even, and the bite itself must be correct. Wide-set eyes usually have a brown tint. Ears are shaped like a triangle.

Distinctive features have the structure of the torso Labrador. The back of the dog is straight, the loins and neck are quite strong and strong, and the chest is very wide. The tail is thick and has a horizontal orientation.

The coat of the animal is rather dense, it is endowed with undercoat. There are several popular wool colors: cream, fawn and even black.

An interesting fact: despite the fact that today the fawn color is one of the most popular among dogs of this breed, for a long time this color was considered to be a marriage, and only black animals were “in the price”.However, today the situation has changed: some breeders are specially engaged in breeding Labradors of precisely this color.

If you are thinking about purchasing a Labrador, then you should carefully familiarize yourself with its typical behavioral patterns, as well as character traits.

So, experts note that the animal has a very good-natured disposition, it is quick and easy to contact. Moreover, Labradors can even interact with small children, which is usually not a feature of dogs with such large sizes. Animals are non-aggressive and unforgiving.

The use of Labradors as service dogs is explained by the fact that animals possess remarkable intellectual abilities, they are quite clever and quick-witted. In addition, a distinctive feature of Labradors is a great scent. Also, four-legged pets exhibit hunting abilities and can serve as guides for the blind.

It is necessary to understand the fact that the Labrador is a breed of dogs that requires increased and constant attention. She does not tolerate long loneliness and a long absence of the owner. Therefore, if you decide to have a dog of this breed, make sure that you can give it a proper amount of attention and care. Otherwise, it is better to look at other varieties.

In order to preserve the health of the animal and maximize its life, you should follow some rules for its care and maintenance. Generally speaking, Labradors are fairly unpretentious and resistant animals, but you should still follow simple instructions. Remember that your attention is required not only by a small Labrador of 3.4 or 5 months of age, but also by adult dogs.

Compulsory care procedures primarily include bathing. It must be performed regularly, but do not abuse water procedures. Before you put a Labrador in water, check its temperature.

Bathing procedure itself should take place in several stages. So, first of all it is necessary to moisten the dog's wool from a dipper. This should be done very carefully so that the liquid does not get into the ears and eyes of the animal. The washing procedure itself should be started from the sides, back and tail, and it is recommended to wash the head last. It is important to take into account the fact that for bathing Labrador you can not use detergents designed for humans. For this purpose, you should purchase a special dog shampoo at the zoological store.

In addition to occasional bathing, smaller and more frequent hygiene procedures should be carried out. These primarily include claw care.

The daily mandatory procedures include brushing your teeth. It is also worth making only toothpaste specially designed for animals. You can clean the mouth with a toothbrush or gauze.

Do not neglect the cleansing of the eyes and ears. This can be done with cotton swabs and discs moistened with warm water. If you notice too intense contamination on the ears, it is recommended to pre-wet the cotton swab in vegetable oil.

Also, the category of care measures includes regular combing the dog. Especially often and actively it should be done during the molting period.

Breeding Labradors is a rather difficult task that few can do.However, if you still decide to engage in dog breeding, then you should strictly adhere to the recommendations and instructions of specialists.

To begin with, you should remember that only purebreds can be used as a parent pair. Only in this case, you get a real and valuable Labrador, and not a mixture. The age of the female and the male must be at least 2 years. Only at this age animals exhibit genetic defects, so you should not hurry. Otherwise, the litter may be diseased and unsuitable.

Breeding can be done naturally by mating every other day or by artificial insemination.

If you still decide to start a Labrador in your home, then you should think about how you call your pet. Of course, in this sense there are no restrictions - the whole thing is only in your imagination.

In general, when choosing a name should be based on the nature of the animal. It is also not recommended to choose too long nicknames or difficult-to-pronounce names, as this will cause discomfort not only for you, but also for your pet. Also consider the unusual color of your pet.

You can call a girl by the following names:

• Star;
• Arrow;
• Ayma;
• Vanilla;
• Jacin;
• Spark;
• Laska;
• Charmi;
• Yuna;
• Florence;
• Maya, etc.

For boys, these names are suitable:

• Wind;
• Henry;
• Hunter;
• Zeus;
• Lord;
• Spark;
• Biddy;
• Yahont;
• Nitro;
• Pilot and so on

The above list is not closed. At your request, you can choose one of these names for your four-legged friend, or come up with a unique and exclusive nickname yourself. Either way, make sure it is sweet and pleasing to you and your family members.

For how to care for Labradors, see the video below.