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Breed Characteristics
Average Size: Medium
Average Lifespan: 11-13 years
Kid/Pet Friendly: Sometimes
Registry: aca,akc
Activity Level: high
Shedding Level: high
Grooming Level: low
Trainability: high
Good For Novice Owners: high
Adaptability: high
Prey Drive: low
Watchdog: aware
Breed Information
Overview
Quizzical and adventurous, Charcoal Labs have a penchant for chasing woodland critters. As a Retriever, they make great companions or service dogs and are perfect for hunters. Besides their working dog nature, Charcoal Labradors also exhibit a playful and patient attitude. This makes them perfect for families, even those with small children that may be too exuberant for other breeds.
Some facts about Labrador Retrievers are that they are affectionate, energetic, playful, and come in several colors. Charcoal Labrador Retrievers, or Charcoal Labs, have a gray tint to their coat. Originally, it was believed that the gray tint appeared from outside Labrador lineage. However, genetics has been able to provide more than enough evidence to support that these are indeed Labrador Retrievers, albeit rare ones.
Their genes contain a diluting factor in coat color dominance traits that are responsible for the gray hue - something that is also present in Silver Labs and Champagne Labs as well. Although their coat color is a little different, Charcoal Labs are still the playful, loving dogs with hearts of gold that Labrador Retrievers are known for and make them one of the most popular dog breeds.
Temperament
Like all Labs, Charcoal Labs are playful, curious, and affectionate dogs. In fact, they are one of the most affectionate dog breeds. If they are off-leash, their curiosity can cause them to wander off or they could get distracted by something and take off in a chase. Labrador Retrievers are known for being gentle, friendly, and sweet dogs when they are well-socialized.
They’re known for being one of the kid-friendly dog breeds that get along with children, other dogs, other pets, and pretty much everyone. This helps make them a great family dog. Although they will likely bark to alert you of strangers, they are usually more than excited to make new friends.
Did You Know?
Labrador Retrievers have a thick, tapering tail. It helps them maneuver in the water almost like a rudder and is referred to as an “otter tail”.
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