Labs are a fantastic family dog. If you are looking for a new family member, take a look at our wonderful dog Smartie. Smartie(Peppy's Smartie Pants) was born September 9 2005. She is a loving, playful, obedient dog with a true love of people. Smartie is fantastic around other dogs, cats, rabbits etc. Smartie (and Labs in general) are an energetic dog and do need to be well exercised, they love the outdoors, swimming, playing ball, camping, etc.

Smartie has had both hips and eyes certified free of problems, her mom and grandma were also hip dysplasia free.  We now have 2 3yr old pups out of Smartie and look forward to breeding them in 2011...stay tuned for updates.

 

   All pups are fully registered and microchipped.

To see them or find out more info contact us.

 

 
Smartie's Registration Papers

Continue reading below for detailed information about this wonderful breed.

Breed Group: Sporting

Weight: male: 65-80, female: 55-70 lbs

Height: male: 22.5-24.5, female: 21.5-23.5 inches

Color(s): solid black, yellow, or chocolate




Coat: The Labrador Retriever is a double coat breed. The outer coat is straight, short, very dense, and hard in texture. The under coat is soft, weather-resistant, and protects this breed from cold, all types of ground cover, and water. The color of the coat comes in chocolate, black, and yellow. This breed is an average shedder.

Overview: Originating in Newfoundland during the 1700s, the Labrador Retriever was imported to England in the early 1800s. This breed is among the oldest of the modern recognized breeds. Their versatility and endless positive attributes have made the Labrador Retriever a popular family pet. Character: The Labrador Retriever is medium in size, strong, athletic, and well balanced. They are friendly, outgoing, and possess an extremely sweet personality. There are two types of Labrador: The American, which is tall and lanky, and the English, which is more thick and heavy. This sporting breed is adept at hunting and retrieving. Labrador Retrievers are revered as companions and highly respected for their loving nature.

Temperament: This breed is highly intelligent, loyal, and deeply devoted. The Labrador Retriever is reliable, affectionate, and thrive on human companionship and attention. They are absolutely wonderful with children and get along exceedingly well with other dogs. They may be reserved with strangers and make good watchdogs. If this breed is left alone for extended periods of time without attention or stimulation they will become lonely, bored, and destructive.

Care: The Labrador Retriever requires regular grooming with a firm bristle brush. Special care should be given to the under coat to prevent mats and tangles. Bathing or dry shampooing should only be done when absolutely necessary.
Training: This breed is easily trained. Early socialization and basic obedience are recommended. The Labrador Retriever is very strong and must be taught not to pull on their leash. They do not respond to harsh or heavy-handed methods. The Labrador Retriever needs fairness, firmness, consistency, reward, and respect. They excel in tracking, police work, search and rescue, agility, competitive obedience, guide for the blind, and as service dogs for the disabled.

Activity: Delightful, high-spirited, and energetic, the Labrador Retriever requires a great deal of exercise. They enjoy family play sessions, securely leashed walks, swimming, and a safely fenced yard to run and romp freely. This breed will do okay in an apartment dwelling provided they are given sufficient exercise, attention, and stimulation.