{"id":2127,"date":"2017-09-29T13:11:03","date_gmt":"2017-09-29T13:11:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.silverandcharcoalkennels.com\/?p=2127"},"modified":"2017-09-29T13:11:03","modified_gmt":"2017-09-29T13:11:03","slug":"why-labradors-are-great-dogs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/silverandcharcoalkennels-com.seethewebdev.com\/?p=2127","title":{"rendered":"Why Labradors Are Great Dogs"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>There\u2019s no doubt about it \u2013 Labradors are great dogs. For 26 years in a row, this adorable, family-friendly dog has been the top breed in the United States, according to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.akc.org\/content\/news\/articles\/the-labrador-retriever-wins-top-breed-for-the-26th-year-in-a-row\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">American Kennel Society<\/a>. Read on for a few reasons why labs are so popular, and such wonderful dogs to own.<\/p>\n<h2>They\u2019ll get you off the couch<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-2032\" src=\"https:\/\/silverandcharcoalkennels-com.seethewebdev.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/06\/IMG_4103-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"Why Labradors Are Great Dogs\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" \/><\/h2>\n<p>Labs were originally bred fishing dogs in the 18<sup>th<\/sup> century, and were popular as hunting dogs in England in the 19<sup>th<\/sup> century. In other words, physical activity is part of their genetic makeup! Labs are great company for hikes and runs, and are always up for a game of fetch or Frisbee in the backyard. Labs also love to swim, so when you buy a lab from <a href=\"https:\/\/silverandcharcoalkennels-com.seethewebdev.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Silver &amp; Charcoal Kennels<\/a>, take the pup a family excursion to the beach or the lake!<\/p>\n<h2>They\u2019re easy to train<\/h2>\n<p>Labs are one of the most <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cuteness.com\/article\/advantages-disadvantages-labrador-retriever\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">intelligent<\/a> breeds around, and they\u2019re very eager to please. Housetraining your lab will probably be a snap, and he\u2019ll learn to come when he\u2019s called, sit and lie down pretty quickly. You can also teach your lab cool tricks, like running an obstacle course or solving a puzzle for a doggy treat.<\/p>\n<h2>They\u2019re good with kids and other pets<\/h2>\n<p>Labs are known for their <a href=\"https:\/\/www.labradortraininghq.com\/labrador-breed-information\/why-labradors-are-such-awesome-dogs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">gentleness and patience<\/a>, making them a great family dog for households with kids. Your children will love playing outdoors with your Labrador, who will most likely have as much energy as they do. Your lab will probably get along with other pets as well, especially if you introduce them when they are still a puppy.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re ready to adopt a Labrador, call Silver and Charcoal Kennels today at <strong>662-299-5435<\/strong>. We breed silver lab, charcoal lab, fox red lab, white lab and champagne lab puppies. We\u2019re Greenwood\u2019s go-to source for AKC-registered lab puppies and we can\u2019t wait to help you find the perfect addition for you and your family!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>There\u2019s no doubt about it \u2013 Labradors are great dogs. For 26 years in a row, this adorable, family-friendly dog has been the top breed in the United States, according to the American Kennel Society. Read on for a few reasons why labs are so popular, and such wonderful dogs to own. 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