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From our family to yoursFor most dog owners in New Jersey, the toughest challenge has been to find a good breeder. This is why at New Jersey Labrador Retriever Breeders, we have done the running around for you. We thoroughly screen our breeders to work with only those, whose intention is to better the breed. Our trained puppy counselors help you in finding the right breed and puppy. Our puppies are thoroughly examined for health concerns before they join your family. We do all this because we believe you don't just bring home a puppy, instead you bring home a relationship! We place puppies in caring lifelong homes in New Jersey and across the US. All of the puppies available on this website are from our exclusive national network of the finest breeders and may not necessarily be located in New Jersey. Shipping is available. |
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Murphy is doing well and rooting for the Bruins! He is such a delight, such a great dog, and we love him sooo much we can't even express how much we love him! You can bet we will be...
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Is a Lab right for You?
Labrador retrievers are a very popular breed of dog. Lab breeders in New Jersey are aware of the overwhelming amount of positives to owning one of these types of dogs. You must first consider, is a lab right for you? The breed has specific characteristics, growth habits, coat and mannerisms, as well as classifications if you are going to show the dog. Knowledge beforehand can make sure that a lab puppy is the right choice and the right fit for your lifestyle in NJ.
History
The breed, while originating in Canada, is known today by its development in Britain. It is also known as St. John's Dog, the Lesser Newfoundland, and the Black Water Dog. It was brought to England in the 1800's due to its hunting and fishing capacity, and it does well as a gun dog.
Vital Statistics
Male Labrador retrievers get up to 65 to 80 pounds and 22 1/2 to 24 1/2 inches high at the withers. Females are 55 to 70 pounds and 21 1/2 to 23 1/2 inches high at the withers. Lab puppies for sale in New Jersey are aware of this standard for the breed. This is also a good indicator to see if you have enough room for the size that the dog will get upon maturity.
Fur Coats
Lab breeders in New Jersey will be able to show you a variety of colors in their dense coats. The Lab's coat is smooth and hard-feeling, with colors that can be chocolate, to black, to yellow (cream). Lab puppies for sale in New Jersey can be easily groomed with nothing more than a slicker-type brush.
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This breed is known for its easy-going temperament. They work very well in homes in NJ that have children. As a sporting dog, they are lovers of water and can be easily trained. Labrador retrievers enjoy fetch and like to swim.
Show Breed Beginnings
The Labrador Retriever breed was first recognized by the Kennel Club in the U.K. in 1903. Its first registration in Canada came two years later, in 1905. It took the American Kennel Club, or AKC, until 1917 before it registered the breed in its show classifications.
Show Classifications
There are specific classifications for showing a Labrador retriever. Lab breeders in New Jersey typically know what group the pup will be part of, depending on what registration and show you're going to use. For the AKC (The American Kennel Club in the States), the Lab is part of Group One, or sporting dogs.
Recognition
The Labrador retriever is the number one most popular dog in Canada and the USA, as well as the most popular gun dog in Great Britain. It is one of the most used breeds for a service dog, making it a very good seeing-eye dog or police dog. Lab puppies for sale in New Jersey are some of the best loved dogs in the entire world. Training can be done for use in service or in obedience.
Exercise
The Labrador retriever should be exercised well. It needs to be able to run and play, and does good in open fields. It is not one to remain happy cooped up in an apartment and needs outdoor runs and exercising for it to stay healthy and happy. Swimming is another fun activity it also enjoys.
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