Labrador Retriever - Silver Puppies for Sale

Country of Origin:

Canada

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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

Silver Labs are curious and playful dogs. Their curiosity will often get the better of them and they may wander off in search of adventure. They’re so good-natured that they’ll almost never lose their tempers. Because of this, they make the ideal family dog. After all, with children around, there’s always someone to play with and something to explore!

One of the facts about Labrador Retrievers is that they come in many colors. Silver Labrador Retrievers, or Silver Labs, are relatively new compared to the other Lab coat colors. Contrary to their Yellow, Chocolate, and Black Lab cousins, which have recorded sightings from 1800 and before, Silver Labs have only cropped up since 1950.

There was some heated debate over their authenticity, as many breeders believed the silver tint appeared from outside the breed. However, genetics has been able to provide more than enough evidence that Silver Labs are 100% Labrador Retrievers. They’re just a rare coloration of the dog breed.

A diluting factor in coat color dominance traits is responsible for the silver hue - something that is also present in Charcoal and Champagne Labs as well. The jury’s still out on whether they’re simply subset colorations from their purebred parents or separate Lab breeds in their own right. At any rate, Silver Labrador Retrievers are regal, loyal, and friendly Labradors that have a lot of energy and a lot of love to give!

Temperament

Silver Labs are curious and playful dogs. Their curiosity will often get the better of them and they may wander off in search of adventure if they are off-leash. Labrador Retrievers are known for their gentle, friendly dispositions and good natures. It’s no surprise they are one of the most popular dog breeds. Well-socialized Labs tend to get along with children, other dogs, and even other pets and strangers. Because of this they make the ideal family dog and are one of the kid-friendly dog breeds. After all, with children around, there’s always someone to play with and something to explore!

Did You Know?

Labrador Retrievers are one of the most popular dog breeds used as guide dogs, therapy dogs, and search and rescue dogs. They are also commonly found working as police or military dogs. They are even one of the best dog breeds for farms!