Chocolate Labradors have always battled against the reputation of being naughtier and less trainable than their yellow and black cousins but that is simply not true. Early training is everything and dog training classes are much better and more popular than they used to be. Genetics also have a part to play regarding behaviour.
Working Labs are traditionally black and well-trained, so pups from that stock have a strong chance of also being naturally biddable. On the other hand, yellow Labs are best known for being Service Dogs, particularly as Guide Dogs for the Blind, so are clearly capable of reaching the pinnacle of good behavior given the right training. On the plus side, their love of food makes them very responsive to reward based training.
So choice of coat colour really comes down to personal preference. Typically, Labradors come in three basic colors — Black , Yellow , and Chocolate. These are the only three colors that the American Kennel Club officially recognizes. Black Labs are usually completely black, although it is not uncommon for them to have a splash of white on them.
Yellow Labs can range from a very pale yellow color to an almost red shade. Chocolate Labs range in color from light brown to dark chocolate. Sometimes you will hear about or may own yourself Labradors of other colors like Fox Red , Silver , Champagne, and Charcoal , but currently, these colors are not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Black Labs are genetically dominant and were originally the most common color of Labrador. Yellow and Chocolate Labs were not common at first but have gained popularity and proliferation over time.
All colors of Labs are remarkably loyal dogs who love being around people at all times. They are intelligent and easily trained. They love attention and are known for being even-tempered. Many Labrador owners are convinced that there are personality differences between the colors.
Some say the Yellow Labs are the sweetest and calmest, while Chocolate Labs are thought of as a little wild and rambunctious, and Black Labs are thought of as patient hunters. Many studies have been done to see if any of these biases are true but to date, there has been no scientific evidence to back up any of these claims. The coat color of a Labrador is determined by two genes that have nothing to do with temperament. One of the genes determines if the hair will be light or dark and the other one determines if dark hair will be chocolate or black.
In fact, quite frequently a litter of Lab puppies will contain more than one of the fur colors. Black Labs are the most common color, mainly because the gene for black coat color is the dominant gene. They usually have dark brown eyes and black pigment on the nose and around the mouth and eye rims. Black Labs descended from the St. However, we now think their story goes back further than that. The Labradors that worked in these icy, cold waters looked a little different than the Labs we know today.
They tended to have longer coats and more upright ears. Many of the St. Just like his Yellow and Chocolate relatives, the Black Labrador has an easy-going temperament and is a loyal, loving dog.
They love being around people and make excellent pets. Black Labs are often used as hunting dogs, but they can be show dogs as well. The hunting dogs are often specifically bred for field work and are referred to as American Labs.
While the ones bred to be show dogs are often referred to as English Labs. The difference between these two types has nothing to do with where they are from. The two names simply distinguish what they are bred for. Black Labradors tend to show up often at rescue centers and are frequently the last dogs adopted. One theory is that this happens because there are more Black Labs than other types so, statistically, more Black Labradors end up in rescue centers.
Black Labs tend to show their age quicker than the other Labradors as the gray patches around the muzzle display clearer against their black coat. Our Black Lab, Trooper , is only 6 years old but he is already showing his age. Mate that with a chocolate Labrador, bb, and you will a 50 percent chance for black and chocolate puppies. Still confused? That is perfectly fine. Some people find it easier to visualize this crossing.
Watch this YouTube Video to better understand coat genetics and how to predict the coats of the puppies. The Labrador Site talks about how black has always been the most common for centuries. This is largely due to genetics as they have the dominant gene.
This is different from the two other official colors found in Labs. Black labs are supposed to be solid in color but can have a small white spot on the front for them to be AKC approved.
Other variations not accepted include brindle markings or tan points. Labs that have the chocolate coloration are that way because they have inherited the recessive gene. Going back to genetics, it only takes not having a dominant black gene to get this coloration.
The Chocolate Labrador can vary in coloration from a light brown to deep chocolate to be worthy of showing. Those with tan markings or that have brindle striations are disqualified. When looking at yellow Labradors, genetics can get a bit confusing. But, how can this happen? The Yellow Labrador has the greatest variation of the three solid coat colors. They often are seen ranging from a fox-red to a light cream. They can also have shading located on the ears, back and belly regions.
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